Experience

Springfield Urban League Inc.

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President & Chief Executive Officer

  • Jul 2021 - Present

  Springfield, Illinois, United States Oversee the daily operations of a medium-sized non-profit organization focused on enhancing the economic, cultural, social, and educational aspects of life for residents in Springfield and nearby communities. Execute and manage affiliate policies and procedures with discretion and skill in handling internal and external politics. Assess programs and services offered by the organization and involve various stakeholders in the Urban League's mission, goals, and objectives.

• Quality Assurance Research & Reporting Officer

  • Aug 2016 - Jun 2021

  Springfield, Illinois, United States Oversaw daily operations of five divisions with 150 staff and an $11M budget, focusing on quality improvement projects and program enhancements. Assisted in budget planning, forecasting, and public relations strategies. Recruited and trained key staff for grant writing, partnerships, and advocacy. Fostered community engagement through a compelling vision, while staying informed about relevant legislation affecting stakeholders.

• Director of Health Initiatives

  • Apr 2015 - Feb 2017

  Springfield, Illinois, United States Led local and statewide health initiatives targeting high-risk, marginalized communities of color. Organized and coordinated funding from government, foundation, community, public, and private sources to support the health initiatives division, raising over $300K from a previously depleted program portfolio. Aided in creating and managing the annual budget, ensuring expenditure compliance. Collaborated with physicians, local and state health departments, and external agencies on health-related… Show more Led local and statewide health initiatives targeting high-risk, marginalized communities of color. Organized and coordinated funding from government, foundation, community, public, and private sources to support the health initiatives division, raising over $300K from a previously depleted program portfolio. Aided in creating and managing the annual budget, ensuring expenditure compliance. Collaborated with physicians, local and state health departments, and external agencies on health-related matters.

• Health Initiatives Coordinator

  • Nov 2014 - Apr 2015

  Springfield, Illinois, United States Built and nurtured community partnerships to foster cooperation and collaboration. Grew $200K in grant funding to a $550K portfolio for local and statewide health initiatives that impact communities of color and disadvantaged populations. Designed and provided HIV/AIDS programs that increased access to care, education, and assistance for community-based organizations, members, and education systems. Implemented HIV counseling, testing, referrals, HIV/AIDS Education, and outreach to high-risk… Show more Built and nurtured community partnerships to foster cooperation and collaboration. Grew $200K in grant funding to a $550K portfolio for local and statewide health initiatives that impact communities of color and disadvantaged populations. Designed and provided HIV/AIDS programs that increased access to care, education, and assistance for community-based organizations, members, and education systems. Implemented HIV counseling, testing, referrals, HIV/AIDS Education, and outreach to high-risk communities.



Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Public Health Specialist (BASUAH)

  • May 2014 - Nov 2014

  Springfield, Illinois Area Provided leadership and support for public health improvement strategies and activities in communities of color. Developed and implemented public health awareness campaigns geared towards public health education. Wrote and delivered health promotion and culturally competent education materials. Identified barriers to communication to create avenues for increased awareness and utilization. Collaborated with state, community, and faith-based organizations to provide easy access, quality, and… Show more Provided leadership and support for public health improvement strategies and activities in communities of color. Developed and implemented public health awareness campaigns geared towards public health education. Wrote and delivered health promotion and culturally competent education materials. Identified barriers to communication to create avenues for increased awareness and utilization. Collaborated with state, community, and faith-based organizations to provide easy access, quality, and affordable care to target populations. Promoted from Community Health Intern and BASUAH Summer Enrichment Program Coordinator. Highlighted Achievements: • Spearheaded a project for the division that led to the accreditation of the IL Department of Public Health. • Reorganized a summer program to earn Governor’s extension and continued support. • Reduced the required forms being utilized by grantees to streamline and formalize documents.

• Community Health Educator

  • Jan 2014 - May 2014

  Springfield, Illinois



Illinois Environmental Council

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Environmental Health Policy

  • Feb 2014 - May 2014

  Springfield, Illinois Area



Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graduate Student Instructor

  • Aug 2012 - Dec 2013

  Carbondale,IL



Columbia University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graduate Instructor

  • May 2013 - Aug 2013

  New York, New York



NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Public Health Analyst

  • May 2012 - Aug 2012

  New York, New York



UPMC

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Biomedical Researcher

  • May 2011 - Jul 2011

  Hillman Cancer Institute



UPMC

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Biomedical Research

  • May 2010 - Jul 2010

  Hillman Cancer Institute