Experience

Dallas Hope Charities

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • May 2021 - Present

  Strategic Leadership: Develop and articulate the company's vision, mission, and long-term strategic goals. Lead the development and execution of comprehensive business strategies to ensure sustainable growth and profitability. Corporate Governance: Implement effective corporate governance practices and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Foster a culture of transparency, integrity, and ethical behavior throughout the organization. Financial Management: Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation to optimize financial performance and achieve business objectives. Monitor key financial metrics, identify risks, and implement appropriate measures to mitigate them. Team Building and Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing executive team, providing guidance, support, and mentorship. Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation, creativity, and professional development. Stakeholder Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, shareholders, investors, customers, partners, and regulatory authorities. Represent the company in external events, conferences, and industry forums. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop effective risk management strategies to protect the company's interests. Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and industry developments to proactively adapt the company's strategies as needed. Performance Monitoring: Establish performance indicators, metrics, and targets to monitor the company's progress and drive continuous improvement. Regularly assess the performance of various departments and business units, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Innovation and Adaptation: Encourage innovation and the adoption of emerging practices to enhance operational efficiency and maintain a competitive edge. Foster a culture of agility and adaptability to respond to changing conditions. Show less



Highland Park UMC

• United States
• Religious Institutions
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Outreach Coordinator - Housing Partnerships

  • Apr 2018 - Jul 2021

  • Manage a portfolio of nonprofits receiving grant funding from HPUMC to support further development • Developed an outreach plan to engage non-profits, community businesses, and faith-based organizations • Manage the collection of data to determine partnership engagement by church memberships • Supervise and coordinate events and activities to fulfill volunteer needs • Coordinate, develop, and conduct professional development training sessions for church staff and membership • Participate with the HPUMC Inclusion task force and formulate recommendations for trainings on racial equality Show less



Wellness Healthcare Solutions

• Dallas/Fort Worth Area

• Texas Home Living Program Coordinator

  • Jul 2016 - Aug 2017

  •Accountable for the management and direction of the TXHL program and Home and Community Services Medicaid-based programs •Managed services providing personal care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities •Directed caseload management, operational and administrative responsibilities •Managed program quality assurance •Accountable for the management and direction of the TXHL program and Home and Community Services Medicaid-based programs •Managed services providing personal care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities •Directed caseload management, operational and administrative responsibilities •Managed program quality assurance



Gilda's Club Chicago

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• African American Program Coordinator

  • Jun 2012 - Jul 2016

  • Provided weekly outreach to clinics, local churches and community events to identify opportunities to increase programming • Facilitated women support groups and weekly therapeutic activities for people impacted by cancer • Hosted community events to speak with groups at health fairs, churches, schools, and businesses • Conducted community-based outreach and public education to introduce services to those impacted by cancer • Monitored financial expenditures and progress of the budgetary plan for the African American program Show less



Heartland Alliance

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• CHA Family Works Program Manager

  • Jan 2004 - Apr 2012

  • Responsible for the day-to-day operations of all Chicago Housing Authority Social Services programs • Assumed the responsibility for program planning and distribution of workload to staff • Evaluated program participants for specific outcomes and reports • Conducted regular supervisory/ team meetings, in house training sessions, conferences and seminars • Ensured all policies and procedures were adhered to by established by company standards • Responsible for the day-to-day operations of all Chicago Housing Authority Social Services programs • Assumed the responsibility for program planning and distribution of workload to staff • Evaluated program participants for specific outcomes and reports • Conducted regular supervisory/ team meetings, in house training sessions, conferences and seminars • Ensured all policies and procedures were adhered to by established by company standards



Heartland Health Outreach, Inc./ Vital Bridges

• Chicago, Illinois

• Ryan White Housing Supervisor

  • Feb 2000 - Jan 2004

  • Structured and supervised both the shelter plus care program and the transitional housing program • Provided case management to people affected with HIV and AIDS • Performed detailed housing assessments identifying housing history and living needs • Completed annual progress reports for three Housing and Urban Development programs • Completed social assessments and developed comprehensive individualized service care plans • Structured and supervised both the shelter plus care program and the transitional housing program • Provided case management to people affected with HIV and AIDS • Performed detailed housing assessments identifying housing history and living needs • Completed annual progress reports for three Housing and Urban Development programs • Completed social assessments and developed comprehensive individualized service care plans



Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Family Intervention Specialist

  • Jan 1998 - Feb 2000

  • Coordinated services for intact families involved with the Department of Children and Family Services • Obtained, analyzed and evaluated data necessary to implement client services • Located community based services and programs for families in need • Developed Individualized treatment plans to meet each individual family's needs • Coordinated services for intact families involved with the Department of Children and Family Services • Obtained, analyzed and evaluated data necessary to implement client services • Located community based services and programs for families in need • Developed Individualized treatment plans to meet each individual family's needs



Methodist Youth Services Inc

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Youth Residential Case Manager

  • Aug 1995 - Jan 1998

  • Scheduled and conducted preplacement home evaluation visits • Completed intake/placement paperwork monthly, quarterly, and bi-annual reporting • Documented care and services provided to children • Scheduled and participated in initial and quarterly team parenting meetings • Assured all health and safety requirements were met on an ongoing basis • Scheduled and conducted preplacement home evaluation visits • Completed intake/placement paperwork monthly, quarterly, and bi-annual reporting • Documented care and services provided to children • Scheduled and participated in initial and quarterly team parenting meetings • Assured all health and safety requirements were met on an ongoing basis