Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Associate Consultant

• Apr 2022 - Present

• Surveyed and performed data analysis of clients’ DEI function and compiled quantitative and narrative reports based on collected data • Customized and laid out sustainable strategic DEI plans and change management strategies; created a communication plan to prepare clients and stakeholder for execution • Led consultative support to clients as they integrate DEI practices into their systems and implemented strategies and recommendations• Established more effective operational efficiencies by streamlining consulting process for client and project management • Facilitated in-person and virtual learning specifically focused on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion.• Engineered plan of actions for organizational key performance indicators (KPI) and other metrics of reporting for diversity, equity and inclusion• Co-hosted the Uplifting Impact podcast speaking with DEI leaders from across the globe about their DEI initiatives and strategies Show less

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator

• Mar 2021 - Present

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the DEI team, including, but not limited to, internal and external inquiries, sales calls, proposal request, speaking engagements, candidate referrals, and requests for information on initiatives and offerings • Directly managed 15 clients and projects per quarter, supporting over 100,000 people in 30 different countries in the last year• Developed a procedure for auditing client’s team members, stakeholders, decision-making, and operational systems through a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens. • Conducted operational audits for clients in areas of recruiting, hiring, retention, employee resource groups, mentoring, performance reviews and other organizational functions Show less

DEI Consultant

• Jan 2021 - Present

NICU Secretary

• Oct 2019 - Apr 2021

• Managed holistic flow of digital and physical paperwork for NICU, filing and updating patient records, processing timely equipment orders, managing discharges, and providing leadership oversight for supply chain so that doctors and nurses can focus on patient treatment. • Developed operational efficiency program to improve patient information accuracy in online systems, reducing wait time and data inaccuracies. • Led COVID-19 rapid response efforts, creating protocol for parents and visitors during COVID-19 emergence, developing an immediate and sustainable process for navigating traffic in and out of NICU, logging temperatures, and ensuring safety and wellness for both patients and visitors. Show less

Resident Assistant

• Aug 2018 - May 2020

• Played key leadership role in resolving racial inequity driving safety concern amongst Students of Color. Actions and results: --> Identified pattern of student safety concerns, stemming from a lack of equity in treatment from university police.--> Initiated university town hall for students to voice concerns to faculty, staff and university police leadership, in which 90% of students indicated discomfort in interacting with campus police. --> Spearheaded post-town hall workshop aimed at brainstorming solutions to resolve discord and restore peace. Net proposal included university-sponsored alliance between patriots and police, training and education for university police and staff members, and strategic relationship-building activities. --> Presented proposal to Chief of Police, which was ultimately included in 2020-2021 training curriculum. --> This led to a personal invitation to join a task force with the President of the University, to create a more inclusive school environment. Additional responsibilities and outcomes: •Directly managed 3 Resident Assistants supporting a total of 456 students in the largest building on GMU campus. • Handled conflict between students, ultimately developing a program bringing Title IX, Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and campus psychological services together to prioritize student safety, mental health, and collaboration. • Built curriculum for new Resident Assistants’ annual training, collaborating with staff to define, scope and execute. Show less

Program Coordinator

• 2017 - 2019

• Owned full P&L and general management for Women of Color in STEM program at George Mason University. Actions and results below: --> Pioneered advent of Women of Color in STEM program, earned funding from school to experiment with inaugural event in 2017 coordinating a brunch with 95 attendees, highlighting a panel of Women of Color physicians, NASA astronauts, engineers, and scientists. --> Event became annual based on positive feedback, growing from 95 in Year One to 120 in Year Two. --> Led planning, marketing and execution, managing team of 3 direct reports charged with securing panel speakers, marketing the event, and managing event logistics. Show less

Education, Hospitality and Physical and Mental Health Chair

• 2018 - 2020

• Initiated “back to school drive,” distributing over $2K in school supplies and cash to local schools in need. • Dismantled the stigma of therapy amongst the Black community, inviting therapists and psychiatrists to perform webinars during COVID-19, bringing awareness and accessibility by creating a safe space to ask questions about mental health, insurance coverage, and the benefits of therapy. • Developed steering committee to chair ongoing events to build relationships within Delta Sigma Theta sorority, resulting in upperclasswomen befriending new members via fun activities such as karaoke and game night. • Created and chaired an online biweekly event during COVID-19 titled “workout with the Deltas,” advocating an active lifestyle via online community during an otherwise isolating pandemic. Show less