Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist

• Jan 2019 - Present

Founder & Creative Director

• Apr 2023 - Present

We are a nonprofit organization that bridges underprivileged youth to the arts. Making sure that EVERY child has an equal opportunity to opportunity & resources. We are a nonprofit organization that bridges underprivileged youth to the arts. Making sure that EVERY child has an equal opportunity to opportunity & resources.

Organizing Director

• May 2023 - Present

The First Annual Treasure Coast Tattoo Convention. July 26-28, 2024 in Fort Pierce, Florida. 100% of proceeds go to Art Access Please check out www.treasurecoasttattooexpo.com for more info The First Annual Treasure Coast Tattoo Convention. July 26-28, 2024 in Fort Pierce, Florida. 100% of proceeds go to Art Access Please check out www.treasurecoasttattooexpo.com for more info

Business Owner

• Jan 2023 - Present

Task Force

• Jan 2013 - Jun 2020

Hotel Operations Task Force • Travel both internationally and domestically to meet needs of various hotel properties • Consult at hotel properties acting as hotel manager, AGM or other positions as needed • Assist with and review budgets at various properties to assist with budget management • Manage and oversee new property development in international territories • Effectively communicate with hotel teams & corporate offices when on assignment • Improve… Show more Hotel Operations Task Force • Travel both internationally and domestically to meet needs of various hotel properties • Consult at hotel properties acting as hotel manager, AGM or other positions as needed • Assist with and review budgets at various properties to assist with budget management • Manage and oversee new property development in international territories • Effectively communicate with hotel teams & corporate offices when on assignment • Improve operational processes & best practices to ensure highest level of guest satisfaction • Work closely with other members of management to ensure hotel needs are being met • Work with managers & employees to develop sales strategies to increase hotel revenue • Provide initial and ongoing training to mangers & employees at various properties • Communicate with hotel owners on a regular basis, provide weekly reports on budget & other related or requested information when on assignment • Recruit, hire & onboard hotel staff and management at all levels, from housekeeper to GMs at various properties as requested by corporate or properties Show less Hotel Operations Task Force • Travel both internationally and domestically to meet needs of various hotel properties • Consult at hotel properties acting as hotel manager, AGM or other positions as needed • Assist with and review budgets at various properties to assist with budget management • Manage and oversee new property development in international territories • Effectively communicate with hotel teams & corporate offices when on assignment • Improve… Show more Hotel Operations Task Force • Travel both internationally and domestically to meet needs of various hotel properties • Consult at hotel properties acting as hotel manager, AGM or other positions as needed • Assist with and review budgets at various properties to assist with budget management • Manage and oversee new property development in international territories • Effectively communicate with hotel teams & corporate offices when on assignment • Improve operational processes & best practices to ensure highest level of guest satisfaction • Work closely with other members of management to ensure hotel needs are being met • Work with managers & employees to develop sales strategies to increase hotel revenue • Provide initial and ongoing training to mangers & employees at various properties • Communicate with hotel owners on a regular basis, provide weekly reports on budget & other related or requested information when on assignment • Recruit, hire & onboard hotel staff and management at all levels, from housekeeper to GMs at various properties as requested by corporate or properties Show less

Youth Worksite Specialist Director & College Success Coach

• Jun 2017 - Apr 2020

Youth Worksite Specialist Director - CareerSource June 2019 – April 2020 • Develop, manage, & execute Martin County’s Summer of Success Program • Facilitate/teach a 2-week work-readiness training course for youth (on-going enrollment) • Assist youth with career discovery & professional, business development • Create YESS professional development curriculum for CareerSource • Recruit, interview, hire/onboard all youth for SOS with Manpower • Provide mentoring… Show more Youth Worksite Specialist Director - CareerSource June 2019 – April 2020 • Develop, manage, & execute Martin County’s Summer of Success Program • Facilitate/teach a 2-week work-readiness training course for youth (on-going enrollment) • Assist youth with career discovery & professional, business development • Create YESS professional development curriculum for CareerSource • Recruit, interview, hire/onboard all youth for SOS with Manpower • Provide mentoring, support, & mediation of issues relating to youth at worksites • Maintain current & accurate records; collect/input all information into system • Build community network to assist with student placement Center for Family Services – College Success Coach Oct 2017- June 2019 • Write & plan curriculum taught in Senior Seminar course & program overall • Co-teach senior seminar classes at Camden high schools • Assist students with applying for college & financial aid or next steps after high school • Guide students with determining career paths, resume writing, & interviews/job prep • Develop/host various community, parent & student workshops focused on career, financial aid/literacy & college readiness • Collect/maintain data on students, grades, student progress & other tracked measures • Work with community partners to build awareness of Camden Promise & maintain rapport with community residents & local businesses Show less Youth Worksite Specialist Director - CareerSource June 2019 – April 2020 • Develop, manage, & execute Martin County’s Summer of Success Program • Facilitate/teach a 2-week work-readiness training course for youth (on-going enrollment) • Assist youth with career discovery & professional, business development • Create YESS professional development curriculum for CareerSource • Recruit, interview, hire/onboard all youth for SOS with Manpower • Provide mentoring… Show more Youth Worksite Specialist Director - CareerSource June 2019 – April 2020 • Develop, manage, & execute Martin County’s Summer of Success Program • Facilitate/teach a 2-week work-readiness training course for youth (on-going enrollment) • Assist youth with career discovery & professional, business development • Create YESS professional development curriculum for CareerSource • Recruit, interview, hire/onboard all youth for SOS with Manpower • Provide mentoring, support, & mediation of issues relating to youth at worksites • Maintain current & accurate records; collect/input all information into system • Build community network to assist with student placement Center for Family Services – College Success Coach Oct 2017- June 2019 • Write & plan curriculum taught in Senior Seminar course & program overall • Co-teach senior seminar classes at Camden high schools • Assist students with applying for college & financial aid or next steps after high school • Guide students with determining career paths, resume writing, & interviews/job prep • Develop/host various community, parent & student workshops focused on career, financial aid/literacy & college readiness • Collect/maintain data on students, grades, student progress & other tracked measures • Work with community partners to build awareness of Camden Promise & maintain rapport with community residents & local businesses Show less

Lead Faculty Counselor & Adjunct Instructor

• Mar 2012 - Jun 2017

Indian River State College – Lead Faculty Counselor (Master Instructor) -KPI Student Withdraw/Retention Workgroup Member -FTIC (First Time in College/New Student) Specialist/Program Developer/ KPI workgroup member -SLS1101 course developer & committee leader • Assist/manage community outreach/recruitment at high schools & other organizations • Actively manage an assigned caseload of (800-1000) students through the process of initial enrollment, student success planning… Show more Indian River State College – Lead Faculty Counselor (Master Instructor) -KPI Student Withdraw/Retention Workgroup Member -FTIC (First Time in College/New Student) Specialist/Program Developer/ KPI workgroup member -SLS1101 course developer & committee leader • Assist/manage community outreach/recruitment at high schools & other organizations • Actively manage an assigned caseload of (800-1000) students through the process of initial enrollment, student success planning, retention & program completion • Participate on various committees to evaluate current college practices, and develop new processes, procedures, & programs at IRSC • Advise students with complex issues both personal & academically, resolve issues & find resources for students to ensure their success -Adjunct Professor for SLS1101 & Intro Business courses (online, blended, and face to face) • Develop SLS1101 – Student Success course; write/design curriculum, implement course requirements for all upcoming freshmen • Effectively teach online, blended, & face to face courses to students in various subjects • Develop curriculum & assessments for assigned courses, grades • Communicate with students, help students overcome challenges & maintain student enrollment in assigned courses Other experiences & positions: Financial Aid Advisor Student Success Services/Registrar Show less Indian River State College – Lead Faculty Counselor (Master Instructor) -KPI Student Withdraw/Retention Workgroup Member -FTIC (First Time in College/New Student) Specialist/Program Developer/ KPI workgroup member -SLS1101 course developer & committee leader • Assist/manage community outreach/recruitment at high schools & other organizations • Actively manage an assigned caseload of (800-1000) students through the process of initial enrollment, student success planning… Show more Indian River State College – Lead Faculty Counselor (Master Instructor) -KPI Student Withdraw/Retention Workgroup Member -FTIC (First Time in College/New Student) Specialist/Program Developer/ KPI workgroup member -SLS1101 course developer & committee leader • Assist/manage community outreach/recruitment at high schools & other organizations • Actively manage an assigned caseload of (800-1000) students through the process of initial enrollment, student success planning, retention & program completion • Participate on various committees to evaluate current college practices, and develop new processes, procedures, & programs at IRSC • Advise students with complex issues both personal & academically, resolve issues & find resources for students to ensure their success -Adjunct Professor for SLS1101 & Intro Business courses (online, blended, and face to face) • Develop SLS1101 – Student Success course; write/design curriculum, implement course requirements for all upcoming freshmen • Effectively teach online, blended, & face to face courses to students in various subjects • Develop curriculum & assessments for assigned courses, grades • Communicate with students, help students overcome challenges & maintain student enrollment in assigned courses Other experiences & positions: Financial Aid Advisor Student Success Services/Registrar Show less

Task Force Manager

• Jun 2000 - Jan 2013

- Columbia Sussex Franchise (Full Service & Resort properties) - Waterford Hotel Groups Franchise (Courtyard) -General Manager training track/shadowing program • Visit and work with hotel properties designated as under-performing • Assist properties with demands of business, employment gaps & overall operations • Develop and implement strategic plans with various hotels not meeting brand standards, satisfaction surveys and/or other requirements • Create and develop… Show more - Columbia Sussex Franchise (Full Service & Resort properties) - Waterford Hotel Groups Franchise (Courtyard) -General Manager training track/shadowing program • Visit and work with hotel properties designated as under-performing • Assist properties with demands of business, employment gaps & overall operations • Develop and implement strategic plans with various hotels not meeting brand standards, satisfaction surveys and/or other requirements • Create and develop community, corporate & other strategic relationships within the communities of the underperforming hotels • Oversee and assist with property transitions i.e. corporate to franchise, branding change and/or company/policy change • Recruit and train associates & management for properties in need • Analytically work through hotel property issues to increase overall hotel performance -Other held positions: Human Resources Accounting Housekeeping Supervisor F & B Supervisor Front Office Manager Front Desk & AYS Sales & Event Manager Activities Assistant Engineering Show less - Columbia Sussex Franchise (Full Service & Resort properties) - Waterford Hotel Groups Franchise (Courtyard) -General Manager training track/shadowing program • Visit and work with hotel properties designated as under-performing • Assist properties with demands of business, employment gaps & overall operations • Develop and implement strategic plans with various hotels not meeting brand standards, satisfaction surveys and/or other requirements • Create and develop… Show more - Columbia Sussex Franchise (Full Service & Resort properties) - Waterford Hotel Groups Franchise (Courtyard) -General Manager training track/shadowing program • Visit and work with hotel properties designated as under-performing • Assist properties with demands of business, employment gaps & overall operations • Develop and implement strategic plans with various hotels not meeting brand standards, satisfaction surveys and/or other requirements • Create and develop community, corporate & other strategic relationships within the communities of the underperforming hotels • Oversee and assist with property transitions i.e. corporate to franchise, branding change and/or company/policy change • Recruit and train associates & management for properties in need • Analytically work through hotel property issues to increase overall hotel performance -Other held positions: Human Resources Accounting Housekeeping Supervisor F & B Supervisor Front Office Manager Front Desk & AYS Sales & Event Manager Activities Assistant Engineering Show less