Peer Connect Coordinator

• Nov 2022 - Present

Fashion Designer

• Jan 2017 - Present

Outreach Coordinator

• Sep 2014 - Present

Serve as a Raw Beauty Project Model and represent the project mission and brand as an advocate for disability awareness and inclusion in mainstream media outlets such as campaigns, television, cinema, marketing, commercials and magazines and other publications. Plan and organize Raw Beauty Project photography exhibits in Charlotte and surrounding areas Recruit volunteer models, photographers, videographers, makeup artist, hair stylist, and event volunteers for local exhibits Manage all social media accounts to keep the Raw Beauty Project visible Create all marketing, promotional and recruitment materials Assist Raw Beauty National team with model recruitment and model selection for exhibits in cities all over the nation

Program Coordinator

• Jan 2010 - Present

Coordinate programs and services for the sister chapter of WEAN Charlotte Plan and coordinate all community and fundraising events Responsible for marketing, creating promotional flyers and social media presence Recruit program, fundraising and event volunteers Budget planning Seek grant and funding opportunities Grant writing Develop and build community partnerships Coordinate programs and services for the sister chapter of WEAN Charlotte Plan and coordinate all community and fundraising events Responsible for marketing, creating promotional flyers and social media presence Recruit program, fundraising and event volunteers Budget planning Seek grant and funding opportunities Grant writing Develop and build community partnerships

Client Success Specialist

• Sep 2019 - Jul 2022

Zumba Instructor

• Jan 2010 - Mar 2020

Provide one-on-one group mentoring sessions with patients who have traumatic injuries Educate and equip patients with available resources through the community and resource centers Facilitate independent living skills training Provide guidance on program services and outreach opportunities Instruct the Zumba Gold/Zumba Chair classes for the LIFE Program physical therapy group and the Carolinas Provide one-on-one group mentoring sessions with patients who have traumatic injuries Educate and equip patients with available resources through the community and resource centers Facilitate independent living skills training Provide guidance on program services and outreach opportunities Instruct the Zumba Gold/Zumba Chair classes for the LIFE Program physical therapy group and the Carolinas

Content Writer

• Jan 2018 - Jun 2019

Create captivating blog content to boost Search Engine Optimization and clientele for small companies and large corporations using promotional language, research and proper grammar skills. Create captivating blog content to boost Search Engine Optimization and clientele for small companies and large corporations using promotional language, research and proper grammar skills.

Intake Specialist

• Oct 2018 - Feb 2019

Customer Service Specialist (Work from Home)

• Jul 2018 - Oct 2018

WingsLeader

• Aug 2017 - Jan 2018

The WINGSLeader serves as a mentor to elementary school students in the program. WINGSLeaders coach the kids on the SEL curriculum, manage behavior through evidence-based techniques, lead and engage the kids in academic time, hands-on experiential projects, community service acts, and other age appropriate activities/discussions. The WINGSLeader serves as a mentor to elementary school students in the program. WINGSLeaders coach the kids on the SEL curriculum, manage behavior through evidence-based techniques, lead and engage the kids in academic time, hands-on experiential projects, community service acts, and other age appropriate activities/discussions.

Communications Marketing Coordinator

• Jan 2015 - Jan 2017

Manage all the social media accounts Communication Lead for sponsor recognition, marketing and upcoming events Distribute corporate sponsorship packages Coordination of events and activities Responsible for the management of donations to the foundation Manage all the social media accounts Communication Lead for sponsor recognition, marketing and upcoming events Distribute corporate sponsorship packages Coordination of events and activities Responsible for the management of donations to the foundation

Brand Expert

• Oct 2015 - Jun 2016

Serve as a Brand Ambassador/Product Expert for Zumba Fitness Provide exceptional customer service Provide knowledgeable and timely online chat support Provide guidance to customers who needed assistance navigating the website and with questions regarding Zumba Fitness, finding Zumba classes, and Zumba apparel Online sales of Zumba Wear, Zumba Instructor Classes Supported fellow licensed Zumba instructors with account management and member services Serve as a Brand Ambassador/Product Expert for Zumba Fitness Provide exceptional customer service Provide knowledgeable and timely online chat support Provide guidance to customers who needed assistance navigating the website and with questions regarding Zumba Fitness, finding Zumba classes, and Zumba apparel Online sales of Zumba Wear, Zumba Instructor Classes Supported fellow licensed Zumba instructors with account management and member services

Independent Living Specialist

• Oct 2013 - Feb 2014

Served as a role model and mentor to individuals with disabilities and helped them develop independent living goals Case management Teach Independent Living skills to individuals with disabilities Assisted the Women’s Focus group initiatives Facilitated the Better Choices and Health classes Served as a role model and mentor to individuals with disabilities and helped them develop independent living goals Case management Teach Independent Living skills to individuals with disabilities Assisted the Women’s Focus group initiatives Facilitated the Better Choices and Health classes

Advocate

• Sep 2004 - Oct 2013

Provided independent living skills training and peer advocacy mentorship Educated and equipped patients with available resources within the community Coordinated and facilitated community workshops Created and implemented a unique program and support group for women with disabilities Supervised the Peer Team members Served on the Executive Committee Key player in assisting with the Money Follows the Person community integration transition through Medicaid and grant funds Case manager and Colead for the NC Housing Finance Agency’s Key Program