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SEW VALLEYResearch And Development Associate - Sustainability
Apr. 2025Cincinnati, Ohio, United StatesIn my role as a Research And Development Associate at SEW VALLEY in Cincinnati, Ohio, I spearhead the development of a Zero Waste Program for processing post-production scrap fabric. Additionally, I conduct extensive research on green and sustainable adhesives to use in creating and prototyping fiber boards. Through collaboration with cross-functional teams, I am implementing these initiatives, contributing to the company's sustainability goals.
Black Design Collective (BDC)Board Secretary
May. 2023 - Feb. 2025Cincinnati, Ohio, United StatesBlack Design Collective is a non-profit with a mission to bring equity, enrichment, mentorship, and education to black and brown designers in the fashion industry around the globe. Serving as Board Secretary of the Midwest Chapter, I developed communications for our chapter, assisted in planning educational outreach, events, and other programs for our members and potential members to attend, among other duties. - Aided the president in sourcing manufacturers across the U.S. to bring them into the Midwest for small batch manufacturing.
- Organized and facilitated the largest fashion show in the Tri-State area and managed featured designers.
Virginia Morticians' Association, Inc.Technology Committee Chair
Jun. 2021 - Jun. 2025Virginia, United StatesAs the Committee Chairperson for VMA, Inc. of the Technology Committee, I work with our committee members to aid in increasing the use of technology throughout the organization by: introducing new platforms to aid the Membership Committee, implementing social media strategies, and managing our website development. - Increased membership interactions by 75% by implementing an interactive database within 2 years.
- Improved committee performance to actively work on programs and social media calendars 80% from previous chairperson.
Proof of Concept, Global Purchasing CompaniesBrand and Operations Assistant
Jun. 2021 - Jul. 2024New York, New York, United StatesAs the Brand and Operations Assistant, I managed the backend office for inventory control on all platforms and A/R accounts, coordinated with showroom representatives on market days, and nurtured existing client and customer relationships. - Managed over 50 wholesale accounts on a revolving basis, writing and fulfilling orders to increase overall annual revenue.
- Increased order fulfillment productivity by 60% speeding up order shipments by 1 day.
Ames Funeral Home, Inc.Office Manager and Funeral Service Licensee
Jan. 2018Manassas, VAAmes Funeral Home, Inc. was founded in 1959 with a heart to give efficient service to families in need who lost a loved one. As a family-owned and operated business, our families are comforted in knowing that they'll be treated as our own family. As the Office Manager, I have redesigned an organizational structure that was previously used, trained administrative staff on procedures for case management, and maintained orderly records both for OSHA, FTC, and State Board regulations compliance. As a Funeral Service Licensee, serving our client family is my priority. I assign team members duties to assist during services and direct services to reduce stress on families. - Implemented better office operation procedures to increase work efficiency by 50% for staff.
- Conducted over 100 services to ensure the smooth transition for families on the day of service by directing crowd and procedure control for over 200 attendees.
- Sourced quality, cost-effective vendors to reduce overhead costs by 10% in the first 2 years.
Am.A-line CollectionsOwner
Aug. 2013Cincinnati, Ohio, United StatesAs owner, I have implemented operational procedures and project deadlines for timely production schedule deliveries, created a strong brand identity and business model to reflect circular principles to reduce overall impact, and fostered manufacturer/vendor relationships to develop and grow the brand. - Implemented circular and sustainable system strategies to reduce environmental impact and waste by 15% within the first year of pivoting the business model.
- Coordinated collaborative partnerships with fellow circular and sustainable businesses to increase brand awareness by 30%.
- Organized and instructed various educational workshops around apparel construction and pattern making for groups ranging between 5 and 30 attendees on a quarterly basis.
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