External Partnerships Officer

• May 2023 - Present

Serves as the first point of contact for all industry sectors seeking partnership with LCTCS for large-scale workforce initiatives and strategic partnerships. Also, leading the H2TheFuture project.

Director of Transportation Industry Inititatives

• Aug 2020 - May 2023

Provide leadership as LCTCS subject matter expert and technical assistance and support with respect to high quality training programs of study that meet the needs of the state's existing and prospective employers in transportation/logistics and related industries. Responsible for curriculum alignment between academic, workforce, and adult education units through to alignment with industry employability requirements. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders including regularly scheduled meetings supporting statewide initiative including analyzing industry labor market data, occupational forecasting, curricula review, and others as requested Assisting the LCTCS colleges in institutional and program accreditation, certification, and licensing efforts of Industry-Based Certifications. Managing projects and initiatives leading to the accomplishment of LCTCS mission and goals in capacities that vary from principle lead, content development, and/or industry relations. Show less

Foundation Board Member

• Oct 2021 - Present

Board Member

• Apr 2021 - Present

Campus Dean

• Jan 2018 - Aug 2020

Workforce Project Manager

• Sep 2016 - Aug 2020

Program manager for Collision Repair and Commercial Driving License programs.Project Manager for TAACCCT Transportation ( includes Collision Repair, Commercial Driving, Outdoor Power and Equipment and Automotive Technology programs) grant through the Department of Labor, apart of the Southeastern Transportation Consortium. Assess workforce needs with the region by meeting with business and industry to identify economic drivers and desired skills.

Policy Advisor ( Office of the Secretary)

• Aug 2015 - Feb 2016

Worked directly with executive level and senior staff on policy procedures impacting any agency within the mega agency. Planned the implementation of new or changed initiatives as provided by the administration.Results:  Successfully implemented and coordinated all requirements of Act 229 (billing of rape victims) statewide, resulting in total compliance with federal law which secured funding.  Managed and tracked the state’s mandatory cost saving initiative (Government Efficiency Measures –GEMs); totaling 25 million.  Coordinated research and drafted final report for HCR 153, HCR 186, HB 170. Conducted extensive research for draft of 1st Louisiana Innovation and Wellness Health Plan.  State designee for Physical Therapy Patient Access Review board (voting member), Youth Aging Out of Foster Care and Homelessness (voting member) and Telehealth task force. Show less

Health Educator (Office of Public Health)

• Jan 2014 - Jul 2015

Certified participants to receive WIC benefits through nutritional assessments and income eligibility requirements according to state policy. Monitored and reported fraudulent activity. Managed and investigated participant complaints. Results:  Detailed to Breastfeeding Coordinator after 6 months. Detailed to Grants Coordinator after 1 year.  Served as lead nutritional consultant for clinic.  Served as policy monitor for clinic issues.

Nutrition Educator/Supervisor

• May 2012 - Jan 2014

Developed and implemented research based educational training session for SNAPEd (Supplemental Nutritional Educational Program) audiences. Recruited adult, senior and children populations in Avoyelles and Evangeline parishes. Served as an integral part of two local extension centers in rural communities as the Nutrition Agent and supervised the Expended Food and Nutrition Educational program’s (EFNEP) staff and resources. Results:  Designed and negotiated 2 worksite programs.  Designed and coordinated an annual Breast Cancer fundraiser.  Created several publications, videos and promotions for community outreach.  Recruited and trained an average of 8-9 groups per month Show less

Administrative and Marketing Manager

• Aug 2010 - Apr 2012

PRD Ventures, LLC- DBA CiCi’s Pizza (Baton Rouge, LA and Hattiesburg, MS) • Provided communication systems by identifying needs; evaluating options; maintaining equipment; approving invoices. • Purchased printed materials and forms by obtaining requirements; negotiating price, quality, and delivery; approved invoices. • Maintained continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. • Completed special projects (community engagement) by organizing and coordinating media information and activities (radio promotions and remote broadcast). • Served as liaison for two locations; monitored food and labor costs, ensured that each restaurant remained in compliance with all OSHA codes and labor laws. Show less