Experience

America's Promise Alliance
• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Manager of Alliance Growth

  • Apr 2023 - Present


University of Tennessee, Knoxville

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Leadership Coordinator

  • Aug 2019 - Mar 2023

  • Oversee Ignite program including participant recruitment, on-site logistics, program publications, supply procurement, and staffing • Coordinate the Clifton M. Jones Student Leadership Workshops, including participant marketing and recruitment, program proposal submissions and selection, and assessment • Coordinate the campus LeaderShape Institute session • Oversee relevant course enrollment and curriculum development/implementation • Develop/manage program operating budgets • Coordinate venue procurement for retreats, programs, etc. • Coordinate assessment for Ignite, LeaderShape, and the CMJ leadership workshops; Track student persistence and retention figures • Assist with department strategic planning and implementation of initiatives that directly affect leadership and service at the University • Contribute to department assessment to evaluate student learning, student development, and stakeholder perceptions and review data for constructive improvements of programs and program organization • Select/Train/Supervise the Ignite graduate assistant, 6 Ignite Student Directors and 70 Ignite Team Leaders • Oversee practicum student selection and supervision • Teach leadership studies course in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS) for the Ignite program • Cultivate relationships with community and campus partners to plan and collaborate on program events and activities • Represent Department and Division on various campus committees and through volunteering at campus events • Collaborate with closely aligned departments, including the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies on co-sponsored initiatives and programs • Collaborate on fundraising and sponsorship procurement activities to support the Ignite leadership development program; Serve as steward to current donors Show less


Grand Canyon University
• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee
• Student Activities Coordinator

  • Jun 2018 - Aug 2019


Louisiana State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graduate Assistant

  • Aug 2016 - May 2018

  • Manage all administrative tasks, digital and print communications, and website • Promote diversity and inclusion on campus by assisting in the logistics and implementation of programs such as MLK Day of Service and WE>START • Program manager of Literacy Lagniappe Reading Initiative for over 400 school aged children – designed to increase the literacy rates of children within the Old South Baton Rouge Community • Manage all administrative tasks, digital and print communications, and website • Promote diversity and inclusion on campus by assisting in the logistics and implementation of programs such as MLK Day of Service and WE>START • Program manager of Literacy Lagniappe Reading Initiative for over 400 school aged children – designed to increase the literacy rates of children within the Old South Baton Rouge Community



GRAD ACADEMY MEMPHIS

• United States
• Education Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Director

  • May 2017 - Jun 2017

  • Developed the program structure for a summer enrichment program for high school students at a charter school in Memphis • Managed all on-site crisis/emergency situations, communications, and a budget of over $30,000 • Supervised a team of 5 interns (including conducting a 3-day comprehensive orientation, daily staff debrief meetings, and one-on-one meetings) • Developed the program structure for a summer enrichment program for high school students at a charter school in Memphis • Managed all on-site crisis/emergency situations, communications, and a budget of over $30,000 • Supervised a team of 5 interns (including conducting a 3-day comprehensive orientation, daily staff debrief meetings, and one-on-one meetings)



The University of Memphis

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Telecounselor

  • Aug 2014 - May 2016

  • Recruited high school students as an ambassador for the U of M through enrollment counseling• Used Hobsons Connect for recruitment communications with high school students, parents, and transfer students• Chaired office committee to increase workplace morale and positively impact group dynamic through team building activities

• Annual Giving Student Intern

  • Jun 2015 - Sep 2015

  • Developed the Senior Class Gift program, which educates University of Memphis students about the importance and impact of student and alumni giving and promotes a philanthropic spirit among graduating seniors• Chaired committee of student leaders who planned and implemented events• Designed graphics and materials for print and social media

• Orientation Guide

  • Jan 2013 - Jan 2015

  • Provided guidance and aid to approximately 4,000 incoming students and their families throughout two summer-long orientation programs• Planned and implemented educational sessions• Advised students and parents concerning campus resources, services, and policies

• Resident Advisor

  • Jul 2013 - May 2014