Experience

Simplicity Consulting

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Senior Talent Manager

  • Oct 2023 - Present

  Kirkland, Washington, United States

• Talent Manager

  • Apr 2022 - Oct 2023

  Remote, USA Provide large enterprise technology and healthcare organizations with scalable marketing and communications project/program management staffing and service solutions to address critical gaps in their current workforce and augment their deliverables. • Effectively managed cross-functional communication between internal teams, external partners, and the client to deliver clear and consistent direction and ensure deliverables were on-strategy and on-schedule • Utilize project… Show more Provide large enterprise technology and healthcare organizations with scalable marketing and communications project/program management staffing and service solutions to address critical gaps in their current workforce and augment their deliverables. • Effectively managed cross-functional communication between internal teams, external partners, and the client to deliver clear and consistent direction and ensure deliverables were on-strategy and on-schedule • Utilize project management tools and methodology to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery of projects from inception to completion across multiple channels • Developed relationships with C-level clients and key stakeholders while serving as a business partner to advise Fortune 500 clients on the appropriate staffing needs based on expectations and needs • Manage client intake process to determine scope of project, budget, timelines, and detailed project plans • Accustomed to working within extremely tight deadlines to respond to client needs and provide solutions accurately and expeditiously while managing a rotating portfolio of 15-20 client projects per month • Serve as a subject-matter expert in on-demand talent through curated community of experts in marketing, communications, and business operations (i.e., project and program management)

• Talent Sourcer

  • Sep 2021 - Apr 2022

  Kirkland, Washington, United States • Source suitable candidates through various channels including LinkedIn, Indeed, and diversity groups/networks • Build and maintain a diverse talent pool that can meet future hiring needs and current talent trends in the market • Maintain rigorous candidate screening process and conduct in-depth interviews to evaluate, identify and summarize relevant experience and skills, and evaluate technical skills and abilities in relation to job requirements. From strategy to execution… Show more • Source suitable candidates through various channels including LinkedIn, Indeed, and diversity groups/networks • Build and maintain a diverse talent pool that can meet future hiring needs and current talent trends in the market • Maintain rigorous candidate screening process and conduct in-depth interviews to evaluate, identify and summarize relevant experience and skills, and evaluate technical skills and abilities in relation to job requirements. From strategy to execution, Simplicity Consulting is the preferred on-demand business consultancy for the new world of work. We help companies accelerate growth, add a fresh perspective, and increase capacity—at the speed of business—with access to our curated community of marketing, communications, and program and project management experts. Simplicity is a five-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America and has been recognized as one of Washington’s largest women-owned companies by Puget Sound Business Journal. Female-founded and -run, our all-women leadership team is committed to helping everyone thrive in today’s workplace. https://www.simplicityci.com/



Bellevue College Foundation

• Director of Scholarship Services

  • Nov 2015 - Sep 2021

  Bellevue, WA Execute and manage multi-million-dollar annual donor-funded programs for the Foundation. Responsible for policy development, implementation, and long-range planning to advance the organization’s goals, mission, and vision. Focused on developing goals, objectives/measurable outcomes, and effective models using a strategic/business planning approach. • Oversee the creation, implementation, evaluation, and refinement of a comprehensive scholarship program based on the strategic direction… Show more Execute and manage multi-million-dollar annual donor-funded programs for the Foundation. Responsible for policy development, implementation, and long-range planning to advance the organization’s goals, mission, and vision. Focused on developing goals, objectives/measurable outcomes, and effective models using a strategic/business planning approach. • Oversee the creation, implementation, evaluation, and refinement of a comprehensive scholarship program based on the strategic direction and requirements dictated by executive leadership and board members • Oversaw project management and workflow platform; created and implemented new processes and procedures; developed and led training initiatives that increased efficiency and profitability. Managed work back schedules/determining deadlines, resources, metrics • Drive program engagement process and collaboration across WA State with partner agencies. Exceeded program participation targets within first year by over 100% from previous years and maintained 30% YoY • Lead, and managed new processes and systems into operations including the implementation of database software for an entire institution, providing different models for software development, Quality Assurance, and User Acceptance Tests from inception to completion and go live environment • Partnered with the creative team to develop multi-channel campaigns which included a mix of display ads, email, social, SEO, SEM, website development, custom content creation, videos, giveaways, and more • Hired, supervised, and mentored team members by providing ongoing training and education, leadership, project management, and support as needed Show less



College Success Foundation

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Program Manager

  • May 2014 - Nov 2015

  Issaquah, WA Administered three donor and grant-funded programs at the Foundation. Selected, notified, awarded, and tracked current and former selected recipients. • Created and managed promotion and marketing of donor-funded programs to increase year over year number of applications submitted • Met and exceeded annual application growth goals by 20% or more each year

• Assistant Program Manager

  • Jun 2013 - May 2014

  Issaquah, WA • Awarded and revised donor-advised funds totaling more than $5 million, to 5,000+ recipients annually • Collaborated with scholars, applicants, donors, schools, and community members to advertise donor-funded programs, recruit applicants for review, and selection of recipients • Planned, managed, and executed annual donor events for 50-plus attendees, including students, community partners, and donors each year



Seattle University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Aid Counselor/Student Employment Coordinator

  • Aug 2006 - Jun 2013

  Seattle, Washington, United States Monitored and made revisions of Seattle University student financial aid and continued eligibility, including the interpretation and implementation of new financial aid programs. • Hired, trained, and managed a team of project managers who interacted daily with internal and external stakeholders to deliver excellent customer service and speed of support • Advised more than 800 students, prospective students, parents, and community members on all aspects of the financial aid… Show more Monitored and made revisions of Seattle University student financial aid and continued eligibility, including the interpretation and implementation of new financial aid programs. • Hired, trained, and managed a team of project managers who interacted daily with internal and external stakeholders to deliver excellent customer service and speed of support • Advised more than 800 students, prospective students, parents, and community members on all aspects of the financial aid process • Awarded financial aid totaling more than $1 million dollars to prospective and incoming students while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and institutional rules • Oversaw a $3 million dollar state-funded program in compliance with program policies and completed annual reporting requirements Show less