Director of Community Lifelong Learning & Workforce Development

• Apr 2023 - Present

Director

• Jun 2015 - Dec 2022

Leadership and Collaboration Provided leadership and training to a cross functional team of up to 16 members across four divisions (Advisors, OneStop [Financial Aid], Outreach and Faculty). •Managed change impacting campuses: policy, procedure, leadership, staffing, training, campus lease renewal •Built a culture of trust, collaboration, and goal-orientation among an evolving campus team •Focused efforts on staff development resulting with direct reports having achieved Level II and III of their position •Led campus teams to earn high student satisfaction scores and most improved scores in multiple years •Led annual staff development focused on goal alignment and strategy towards evolving student needs leading to a significant improvement year over year •Served on internal committees and special projects •Delivered staff coaching, guidance, evaluation; mentored several new directors; hired and supported a cross section of adjunct faculty on an annual basis; recruited multiple faculties for varies programs, scheduled classes throughout six terms in a year cycle Enrollment Management and Process Development - Created effective action plans, implemented best practices for communicating, supporting, and educating adult learners and returning students •Guided OneStop Student Services Team to develop and continually evaluate campus protocols to support students’ understanding of payment options and financial obligations •Reduced rate of unpaid tuition from 10% and 8% to <1% for Modesto Campus and <2% for Hanford Campus •Led Advisors in developing an internal support system to improve retention activities annually •Facilitated informational training meetings for continuing students at various transition points in the university’s timeline to ensure success and reduce attrition •Collaborated respectfully with internal partners to identify and resolve complex systematic risks in processes •Planned/conducted graduation ceremony for 100+ students Show less

Director

• Jun 2015 - Sep 2021

Community RelevanceImproved university visibility and reputation in local community via consistent, active participation and relationship-building with community partners (Chambers, School Districts, Stanislaus COE, Kings COE, Fresno K-16 Collaborative, and businesses such as E & J Gallo and Save Mart as well as the cities of Modesto and Manteca).•Developed a successful Education Advisory Board comprised of influential leaders and school administrators that facilitated forward looking change to academic programs•Planned, marketed, and executed on-campus recruitment events in collaboration with the outreach representative (Education Fairs; Conferences; Professional Development Workshops; Networking Events; Information Sessions).•Represented university on external committees: Central Valley Higher Education Consortium (CVHEC), Fresno DRIVE, K16 NSJVR Collaborative, Workforce Solutions, as well as others). Show less

Adjunct Faculty- Undergrad Psychology

• 2013 - May 2015

I teach blended undergrad Psychology classes for Brandman University

Site Director

• Mar 2012 - May 2015

The Site Director is essentially the Chief Operating Officer for the campus. Responsibilities include but not limited to overseeing the daily operation of the campus, developing an enrollment plan, growing new student enrollments and facilitating ongoing student satisfaction and success to graduation, administering campus resources, coordinating organizational resources for accreditation, facilitating positive working relationships within and without the University, and maintaining a positive campus environment with high employee morale. Show less

Sr. Academic Advisor

• Mar 2012 - May 2015

Academic advising is an educational process that, by intention and design, facilitates students’ understanding of the meaning and purpose of higher education and fosters their intellectual and personal development toward academic success and lifelong learning. (NACADA, 2004)At Brandman University, academic advising provides students with the opportunity to build a relationship with their advisor for the purpose of gaining assistance in planning their educational career, in learning the skills needed for academic success, and in learning how to access the variety of resources and services available to them on the Brandman University campus and the Chapman University System.Academic advising is a collaborative educational process whereby students and their advisors are partners in meeting the essential learning outcomes, ensuring student academic success, and outlining the steps for achievement of the students’ personal, academic, and career goals. This advisor/student partnership requires participation and involvement of both the advisor and the student as it is built over the student’s entire educational experience at the university. Both the student and the advisor have clear responsibilities for ensuring the advising partnership is successful. Show less

Student Service Specialist/Business

• Aug 2010 - Mar 2012

Pastor

• Jun 1998 - Apr 2010

From 1998 to 2010, I pastored Grace Missionary Baptist of Tulare California. Pastoring was not an occupation for me but a calling. As the leader of the church, I grew spiritually and learned how the human touch can motivate and move mountains in the lives of others. My wife and I are still ministering in our community and wherever the Lord leads us. Serving others Biblically is one of the greatest feelings one can have. I count it a blessing to be one of God's servants. From 1998 to 2010, I pastored Grace Missionary Baptist of Tulare California. Pastoring was not an occupation for me but a calling. As the leader of the church, I grew spiritually and learned how the human touch can motivate and move mountains in the lives of others. My wife and I are still ministering in our community and wherever the Lord leads us. Serving others Biblically is one of the greatest feelings one can have. I count it a blessing to be one of God's servants.

Owner/Operator

• Jan 2002 - Oct 2007

Our main line of furnishings was Ashley Home Furnishings and their Millennium Furniture Collection. Our main line of furnishings was Ashley Home Furnishings and their Millennium Furniture Collection.

Owner/Operator

• Jan 1985 - Jan 2002

- BMX World Cup Championship, First Place! Some of the Bike brands we carried and serviced: Schwinn, Paramount, Raleigh, GT, Kestrel, Diamond Back, Red Line, Mongoose, and KHS. Some of the Fitness brands we carried and serviced: Bowflex, Nautilus Fitness, Spinner, Trimline, Cybex, Schwinn, and True. - BMX World Cup Championship, First Place! Some of the Bike brands we carried and serviced: Schwinn, Paramount, Raleigh, GT, Kestrel, Diamond Back, Red Line, Mongoose, and KHS. Some of the Fitness brands we carried and serviced: Bowflex, Nautilus Fitness, Spinner, Trimline, Cybex, Schwinn, and True.

Owner/Operator

• Jan 1980 - Jan 1992

My first business I owned and operated was a precision machine shop when I was a mere 16 years of age. The memory of going down to Van Nuys city offices to apply for my business license still lingers in my mind. I made prototype precision parts for the aerospace industry using a Hardinge Chucker Lathe & Tree Milling machine which I borrowed the money from my grandfather to purchase. These precision parts were for companies such as Loral and Wavecom out of Van Nuys California. I continued making prototype parts off and on for 10+ years. Show less