Experience

Wake County Economic Development
• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Director of Equitable Economic Development

  • Mar 2022 - Present

Raleigh Chamber
• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity

  • Mar 2022 - Present

North Carolina Central University
• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee
• Director of Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction

  • Nov 2019 - Mar 2022

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• Postdoctoral Fellow

  • Aug 2019 - Mar 2022


University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

• Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Summer Specialist for Sophomore Summer

  • Jun 2018 - Nov 2019

  • Oversaw the coordination and facilitation of the Road to Resilience course for 20 students in the Sophomore Summer Program during Summer Session II• Coordinated personalized support for students• Conducted two one-on-one advising meetings with each student• Supported students as needed, including maintain accessibility during office hours and by email• Assisted the Academic Eligibility Team with the development of additional programs to support students failing to meet academic standards as needed• Collected survey data to connect with students and produce data for assessment of the success of the pilot cohort of Sophomore Summer• Organized, planned, and publicized for social events for students

• Research Assistant - Institute of African American Research

  • Aug 2015 - Nov 2019

  • Assist with IAAR Research Projects and Activities• Research and Compile Information about Academic Research Events in the Triangle concerning people of African Descent• Collect, maintain, and analyze records of participant involvement at IAAR events• Research and Compile information to be used for Writing Grants for Funding

• Course Instructor - EDUC 301

  • Aug 2017 - May 2019

  • Participated in transition course instructor trainings and meetings, including:o One pre-course instructor trainingo Regular mid-semester meetings with the Transition Course Coordinator and fellow instructors• Prepared syllabi and course assignments for all sections in accordance with training and provided instructor resources• Employed appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students and maximize student learningo Gave various assignments, including reading assignments, homework, tests, and quizzeso Gradedand provided feedback for all assignments• Modified instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs• Demonstrated sensitivity to student needs and circumstances• Maintained confidentiality of student information• Posted and maintained office hours (at least three hours per week) to ensure accessibility to colleagues and to students for advisement and consultation• Responded in a timely fashion to information requests from college and program administrators



Duke University Talent Identification Program

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• On-Site Director

  • Jun 2016 - Aug 2017

  • Supervise and oversee all operations during the Summer Program • Plan and implement orientation for full Duke TIP staff emphasizing high standards for conduct, programming, curriculum, and community development. • Create a Staff Petty Cash System and manage all Petty Cash. Assume ultimate responsibility for all disbursements of funds for recreational and instructional activities through procedures established by the Duke Accounting Office and Duke TIP Financial Services. • Oversee organization of on-site office. • Prepare for staff arrival and orientation. • Plan and conduct an on-site orientation for students, including a parent question-and-answer session. • Assist with the selection, development, purchase, and inventory of program materials and supplies. Oversee the delivery of any rental equipment and/or equipment on loan from the host site and the retrieval and set-up of items from storage. • Organize and oversee the details of program opening and closing, including but not limited to: supervision of residence hall and classroom inspections, organization of student arrival and departure, replacement of moved furniture/materials, assessment of damages, and return of items to storage. • Address any medical incident immediately as outlined by Duke TIP protocol. Program Leadership: • Attend a weekend training session at Duke University in the spring. • Contribute to the development and review of policies governing students and staff. • Work with staff to facilitate the inclusion of all students into activities. • Meet with host campus representative regarding program logistics. • Coordinate final evaluation of the program by students, staff, and instructors, and ensure evaluation forms are completed. • Submit a detailed summary of the program and an evaluation of program staff according to proper format within two weeks of the program’s conclusion.



UNC Greensboro

• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Academic Advisor (Graduate Assistant)

  • Aug 2013 - Jun 2015

  University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Greensboro, NC • Advising students who have been flagged in Starfish, UNCG’s early warning and student tracking system • Coordinate a process to provide outreach to students who have been flagged more than three times in Starfish • Advise a load of 26 exploratory advisees which includes a minimum of 2 meetings each semester to discuss academic programs, choice of major, academic progress, and career goals. Participating in advising, assisting student appointments and walk-ins with academic appeals, financial aid appeals, supplemental advising, and transfer information. • Maintain familiarity with the services offered by other offices within Undergraduate Studies, academic units, and support offices across the university, and other academic advising centers • Assist with coverage for walk-in appointments and front desk management as needed



Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• College Adviser

  • Jun 2011 - Jun 2013

  West Mecklenburg High School • Worked individually 95% of the senior class and 78% of the junior class to ensure that they have all necessary materials to successfully enter an institution of higher learning or the military. • Presented and analyzing student transcripts • Presented Scholarship information, Financial Resources • Facilitated and organized visits for College Representatives and College Students to come to the high school • Helped students decide what schools would be a good fit for them, register and prepare for standardized tests (SAT/ACT), fill out college applications, retrieve and send in fee waivers, etc • Organized Bus trips to Colleges and Universities • Wrote Recommendations Letters for students who are applying to certain universities or for scholarships. • Acted as a liaison between students and college representatives. • Organized informational events for students and their parents • General College Information Night (2 per academic year) • Financial Literacy/Financial Aid Night (4 per academic year) • College Application Week (1 week per academic year) • College Student Panels (2 per academic year) • Decision Day- Celebration for all students with proof of post-secondary plans. • Presented to freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior classes the logistics, requirements, and benefits of postsecondary education. • Collaborated with teachers, administration, and other pre-college programs to establish a college-going culture in the high school.

• Resident Advisor

  • Aug 2009 - May 2011