Community Relations Manager

• Sep 2021 - Present

Member Board Of Directors

• Jul 2022 - Present

Member Board Of Directors

• Jun 2021 - Present

Founder/ Chief Excitement Officer

• Jun 2016 - Present

Our mission is to expand on traditional norms of fashion by providing clothing, style advice, and a lifestyle brand that promotes and celebrates big men. We envision a world where people can feel confident and happy in their skin. We hope to inspire those around us to rethink and redefine who deserves to be fashionable. Exstilo provides fashion advice, showcases large men and their style, and is an upcoming affordable fashion line. Our mission is to expand on traditional norms of fashion by providing clothing, style advice, and a lifestyle brand that promotes and celebrates big men. We envision a world where people can feel confident and happy in their skin. We hope to inspire those around us to rethink and redefine who deserves to be fashionable. Exstilo provides fashion advice, showcases large men and their style, and is an upcoming affordable fashion line.

Co-Founder/Chief Engagement Officer

• May 2016 - Present

Casita Tres is a non-profit organization that identifies as a collective of artist that use various mediums that depict culture, community, and social justice. Through their community initiatives, Casita Tres organizes and executes community events and dialogues that empower the community crafter and artist to display and sell their work, build a positive community, and empower the world.Identify, develop and implement strategies, initiatives and tactics to expand relationships with partner and community organizations that align with the mission and values of Casita Tres. Manage, plan, write and implement effective marketing campaigns and special events to support business development and community outreach activities with pertinent managers and employees. Work with in-house Graphic Designers in the production of marketing materials to ensure on-brand, error-free work and timelines are met within budget. Identify solutions to measure the direct and indirect impact of organization development and community relations activities. Tracks results of programs and events.Assist and fully manage coordinating public relations efforts including community and charity programs.

Student and Recent Graduate Engagement Officer

• Feb 2020 - Sep 2021

Working alongside campus and community partners, develop a creative and dynamic, long-range plan focused on engaging recent graduates during their first 10 years after graduation.Oversee volunteer recruitment and management responsibilities for Student Alumni Association and Graduates of the Last Decade advisory council.Assist with curating a philanthropic culture among student and recent graduates through Give Sac State Day and Sac State's comprehensive campaign Working alongside campus and community partners, develop a creative and dynamic, long-range plan focused on engaging recent graduates during their first 10 years after graduation.Oversee volunteer recruitment and management responsibilities for Student Alumni Association and Graduates of the Last Decade advisory council.Assist with curating a philanthropic culture among student and recent graduates through Give Sac State Day and Sac State's comprehensive campaign

College and Career Success Professional

• Dec 2018 - Feb 2020

Responsible for academic and wrap around services for 60 high school students and their respective families across 15+ different schools within 3 school districts.Lead program engagement individual for partnerships that successfully enhance and elevate BLCI’s mission and programming including: New Children’s Museum Comunidad grant, UCSD Institute of Arts and Humanities, USD Social Fabric Initiative, and UCSD Race and Oral History course.Hire, train and supervise incoming tutors from UC San Diego to effectively support students in rigorous college prep courses.Coordinate logistics for an annual week long Northern California Trip to maximize a $10,000 budget to expose students to cultural enriching activities, 8-10 university visits, and first generation support programs.

Associate Director, Student Engagement & Outreach

• Oct 2017 - Dec 2018

As the serving Director of Marketing, I am responsible for establishing cohesive branding efforts, in addition to advancing branding initiatives within the Sac State student body and surrounding Sacramento community. Providing direction to 4 graphic designers, I ensure timely management of projects, campaigns, and client deadlines.Assist in the management, leadership, and oversight of the Student Engagement and Outreach department, which works to enhance the collegiate experience of Sac State students through oversight of the following programs: KSSU Student Run Radio, Event Planning Coordinators, Safe Rides, the Food Pantry, and the Promotions and Outreach team.Supervise 13 staff members, inclusive of full-time staff and part-time student employees, who specialize in event planning, graphic design, public relations, marketing and promotion.Develop, manage, and evaluate a multi-level budget inclusive of promotions, outreach, marketing and events, meeting all established deadlines and advising management of budget related issues.Facilitate a promotional program that utilizes social media, community engagement, and publicity materials to increase awareness of opportunities for student involvement, campus engagement, and leadership development.

Government Affairs Coordinator | Associated Students

• Sep 2016 - Oct 2017

Ensured the smooth running and operations of multiple commissions and boards; process travel arrangements for executive members; coordinates and executes social media for numerous commissions, committees, campaigns, and boards.Provided leadership and advisement to student government in regards to meetings, organization and university policy, and legislative orders.Oversaw creation and execution of organization campaigns, from marketing, social media, budgets, to day of logistics.Served as the project manager for the campus wide food pantry initiative. Train and schedule all volunteers, oversee operations of food pantry, and marketing oversight of initiative.

Residence Hall Coordinator | Residential Education Office

• Jul 2013 - Jul 2016

Supervised, advised, supported and developed 22 undergraduate staff members and 1 graduate student.Provided leadership to resident advisors on the creation, implementation, and assessment of programs and services offered within the residence halls. Collaborated, volunteered, and promoted cross-departmental program initiatives (e.g. Aztec Night events, Family Weekend, Leadership retreats, Civility campaign, parent meetings, etc.)Served as a Judicial Officer meeting with students who have allegedly violated university policy, adjudicate cases , and assign education sanctions as appropriate, track and maintain files on all assigned disciplinary cases. Addressed, guided, supported, and assisted parent and families with concerns regarding their student, all while upholding confidentiality set forth by FERPA. Allocated, managed, and processed hall wide budget of $9000, while ensuring the resident advisors, hall council student governance, Faculty in Residence, and hall wide expenses are being met and efficiently used to provide program, services that promote retention, involvement, and academic success. Developed various marketing strategies to engage students participation in community activities, in addition to organizing, facilitating social media campaigns and community publications .Served on duty rotations, while utilizing criss management and counseling skills to address issues and concerns within the residence halls. Coordinated weekly meetings and team builders; assess, document, and conduct semester evaluations;evaluate and track programs to ensure learning outcomes are being meet; and implement clear channels of communication among staff, department, and university.

Assistant Residence Hall Coordinator | Residential Education Office

• Aug 2012 - Jul 2013

Supervised and directed the work of 52 desk assistants; managed, allocated, and processed budget and payroll; provided training on university policy, procedures, community standards, and safety protocol.Managed a 24 hour front desk and all of its functions; guest check-in/ check-out,s service request, mail and package processing, equipment check-out, and room change request.Provided co-curricular education, advised 17 paraprofessional staff members on educational programs concerning issues relevant to a diverse student population.Served as a Judicial Officer meeting with students who have allegedly violate university policy, adjudicate cases and assign educational sanctions as appropriate, track and maintain files on all assigned disciplinary cases.Designed, researched, and implemented specialized training and present on various topics for Residential Education paraprofessional staff members. Assisted in bi-weekly paraprofessional staff meetings; facilitate paraprofessional staff recruitment, selection, placement, and development; and conduct performance evaluations.Collaborated and assisted Faculty-in-Residence, Residence Hall Coordinator, Resident Advisors, Academic Mentors, and Hall Council to create and deliver academic and socially engaging programs. Shadowed Residence Hall Coordinator on duty rotation, while utilizing crisis management and counseling skills to address issues and concerns withinthe residence halls.

Student Affairs Assistant for Academic Initiatives | Residential Education Office

• Aug 2011 - Jul 2012

Directly supervised a staff 12 Academic Mentors living in Residential Learning Communities.Designed and executed two-week Fall training for Academic Mentors specializing in counseling, academics success, academic advising, student development, career success, and team work skills. Oversaw and managed all staffing, logistical and operational functions of a residence hall academic resource center; maintained budget and payroll expense to ensure funds were being allocated to the development of academic achievement of residents. Served as a Judicial Officer meeting with students who have allegedly violated university policy, adjudicated cases and assigned educational sanctions as appropriate, tracked and maintained files on all assigned disciplinary cases.

Interim Coordinator of Student Activities | Sixth College

• Dec 2012 - Mar 2013

Advised 8 student organizations and 6 student government committee directors on programming efforts and quarterly program initiatives. Developed and monitored programmatic budgets of $100,000 to ensure responsible allocation of student activity fees.Facilitated and processed contractual, liability, and performance agreements, tracked and maintained payment and reimbursement; evaluated and assessed program outcomes. Oversee all operational functions of commuter center including development, coordination, and implementation of programs for commuter students, while serving as the college’s primary resource for commuter student life issues.

Adjunct Professor | Career Center

• Aug 2012 - Dec 2012

Developed and facilitated curriculum for General Education Learning (GEL 101) undergraduate course. Assisted first years students with education plan, career development, and explored career options and degree options.

Graduate Assistant | Orientation and New Student Programs

• May 2012 - Sep 2012

Identified needs for our first generation students and their Spanish speaking parentsDeveloped and executed collaborative presentations for the first annual Spanish family orientationsCollaborated successful retention within marginalized communities by facilitating and presenting to monolingual Spanish speaking parents about the importance of their children attending CSUSMRevised, formatted, and translated English resource guide, PowerPoints, and any other educational materials

Student Affairs Intern | Department of Student Affairs

• May 2012 - Aug 2012

Created new student engagement services for on-line students, while support and promoting existing Student Affairs services; e.g., student honor societies, student mentoring program, Student Community Standards, and career servicesConstructed webinars and training modules; e.g., goal setting, academic dishonesty, the non-traditional leader, and personal branding Created new student engagement services for on-line students, while support and promoting existing Student Affairs services; e.g., student honor societies, student mentoring program, Student Community Standards, and career servicesConstructed webinars and training modules; e.g., goal setting, academic dishonesty, the non-traditional leader, and personal branding

Peer Educator | Cross-Cultural Center

• Sep 2008 - May 2011

Developed programs and training workshops for students and organizations that focus on retention, leadership development, and multicultural competenceMaintained logistical aspects of programs and trainings, created innovative marketing strategies, and managed consistent program evaluationsCollaborated with the Art Association, Women’s Center, and LGBTQ Pride Center to create and implement the campus’ first Art + Activism program that focused on exploring, expressing, and promoting self identityOrganized Multicultural Council, a regular forum for leaders of culturally based student organizations to network, collaborate, and have access the Student Life & Leadership administration and policiesPresented intersession workshops, a Guide to Survival and Diversity Competence, during spring and summer orientationsMaintained multicultural listserv, monthly constant contact, multicultural library, and student organization informationAdvised incoming freshman and transfer students as a mentor for the Peer Mentoring Program Provided support for underrepresented and marginalized groups and individuals within the larger campus community

Department Specialist | Neighborhood Services

• May 2010 - Nov 2010

Managed capital projects related to neighborhood improvements and acted as the primary liaison between the City, Neighborhood organizations, and the Department of Housing and Urban Development.Organized and supported neighborhood events: leadership forum, annual cleanup, block party, neighborhood resource porch, and community leadership trainings.Prepared monthly, bi-monthly, and quarterly neighborhood group meeting agendas, scheduled guest speakers, and assisted neighborhood group president with facilitation of meetings.

Teller/ Financial Service Representative

• Jun 2006 - May 2010

Ensured that customers received an adequate level of service and assistance with questions and concerns.Explained banking services available to prospective members and facilitated the application process. Processed members monetary transactions and ensured protocol and regulations were followed. Ensured that customers received an adequate level of service and assistance with questions and concerns.Explained banking services available to prospective members and facilitated the application process. Processed members monetary transactions and ensured protocol and regulations were followed.