Experience

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  United Way of the Plains

  • Wichita, Kansas Metropolitan Area

  • Business Strategist

    • Apr 2021 - Present
    • Wichita, Kansas Metropolitan Area

    Applying strategy, problem solving, and data analytics to advance the mission of United Way of the Plains. Through managing a wide range of collected information, collaborating on solutions, and using data analytics to understand and measure progress toward goals, I work with an energetic team to create action plans, convert strategy into results and ultimately aim to improve lives of all individuals in the region.

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  Self-employed

  • Wichita, Kansas, United States

  • Business Analyst

    • Sep 2020 - Present
    • Wichita, Kansas, United States

    As a business analyst, I provide data assessment and management, consult on current business practices, offer recommendations for improved processes, as well as research and compile information for clients to make informed business decisions. I work alongside guidance of the organizations’ mission, values and goals.

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  Wichita State University

  • United States
  • Higher Education
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Associate Director Of Admissions

    • Apr 2018 - Sep 2020

    As the Associate Director, I led the recruitment team to more than 40% growth in admitted high school prospective students since 2014, with a 30% increase in enrollment of students from diverse backgrounds navigated by an emphasis in data analytics, research and strategic planning. ● Utilized data management tools for strategic planning● Strategic research, market assessment and targeted planning for growth● Utilizing primary and secondary data to predict future trends● Collecting, organizing and assessing team's observations and experiences to predict future trends● Oversight of high school senior recruitment territories, strategies, and initiatives● Increased enrollment of and engagement from students within the local USD259 district through various programming and special initiatives● Supervision of diversity recruitment initiatives, as well as diversity interns● Managed budget for national recruitment, travel, professional development, and special programs● Founder, coordination and oversight of Shocker Recruitment Network, a nation-wide alumni recruitment program

  • Assistant Director of Admissions

    • May 2014 - Apr 2018

    As Assistant Director, my focus was on building a recruitment pipeline through data management, strategic research and relationship building. Special partnerships included a leadership program with local high schools, College and Career Coordinator relationship development and the mobilization of a nation-wide alumni network to expand recruitment efforts. ● Managed budget for national recruitment, travel, professional development, and special programs● Strategic research, market assessment and resource allocation/management ● Researching and identifying greatest markets for potential for growth● Direct supervision of local and regional admissions representatives● Oversight of high school senior recruitment territories, strategies, and initiatives● Coordination/oversight of Shocker Leadership Academy ● High School Counselor Liaison and Relationship Management● Utilization of ACT Data tools for strategic planning● Content and editorial management of College and Career Coordinator newsletter● Served as Technology Chair for GPACAC executive committee● Served on KACRAO’s College Planning Conference committee

  • Transfer Marketing and Recruitment Manager

    • Jan 2014 - May 2014

    ● Assisted in the development of marketing materials tailored to prospective transfer students● Maintained Transfer newsletter for community college counselors● Aided in the planning of transfer-focused recruitment events

  • Program Coordinator

    • May 2011 - Jan 2014

    ● Developed and implemented programming for student recruitment● Coordinated campus group visits for the Office of Admissions● Streamlined online sign-up process for large groups planning to visit Wichita State's campus● Communicated with campus departments to coordinate recruitment programs● Assisted with specific elements of other program events● Delivered Admissions presentations to prospective students

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  Cowley College

  • Wichita, Kansas Area

  • Student Services Specialist

    • Sep 2008 - May 2011
    • Wichita, Kansas Area

    ● Recruited students through academic fairs and community events ● Processed Bill-Pay transactions ● Managed site logistics ● Advised degree-bound students● Provided Financial Aid assistance● Facilitated placement/assessment testing

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  Bombardier-Learjet

  • Wichita, Kansas, United States

  • Program Analyst, Intern

    • Dec 2009 - Nov 2010
    • Wichita, Kansas, United States

    ● Maintained Program Schedule ● Assisted in building Aircraft Option business cases ● Controlled Visual Board Operations