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The University of TulsaExecutive Director for Resilience & Belonging
Feb. 2025
The University of TulsaExecutive Director of Diversity Equity & Inclusion
Jun. 2024Develop and implement DEI strategies, which promote and support The University of Tulsa mission and overall strategic action plan; Design and execute DEI policies and procedures, aligning with organizational goals and legal requirements; Spearhead DEI training programs, workshops, and initiatives, to enhance awareness and engagement across all levels of the organization; Utilize data-driven insights to assess DEI metrics, identify gaps, and inform strategic decisions; Foster relationships interdepartmentally (i.e., Strategic Marketing & Communication, Admissions, Counseling & Psychological Services, Student Affairs, Student Success, etc.) as well as with external organizations and community groups to support DEI objectives and partnerships; Provide feedback and counsel on organizational change processes to promote institutional accountability, inclusive culture and address systemic inequities; Deliver impactful presentations and reports to senior leadership, active alumni, and board members, advocating for DEI initiatives and progress; Manage and mentor DEI teams, including multicultural student organization leaders, providing guidance and support to drive successful program execution; Optimize budget and resources for DEI projects, ensuring efficient use of funds and maximizing impact.
The University of TulsaDirector of Education & Training
Aug. 2023 - Jun. 2024Tulsa, Oklahoma, United StatesCoordinate, assist, and direct the implementation of The University's Diversity Action Plan and other diversity policies and initiatives; Develop, implement, and oversee diversity programming initiatives and the delivery of campus-wide diversity, equity and cultural competency training; Assist in the preparation of budgets and related fiscal responsibilities for the DEI Office, including grant writing support; Work with the leadership teams, faculty, staff and student groups on campus to address and ensure best practices efforts to increase to diversity, equity, inclusion, and Belonging.
Oklahoma State UniversityProgram Coordinator
Sep. 2021 - May. 2023Tulsa, Oklahoma, United StatesCoordinate assessment of national inter-institutional anti-racist capacity-building project. Develop and lead community-based participatory research project promoting Black reproductive health equity. Support with grants management & oversight. Provide guidance for support staff and student interns. Client/community partner intake and relationship management.
Chrysalis ConsultingPrincipal Consultant
Jan. 2020Tulsa, Oklahoma, United StatesReview and assess organizational resources in relation to stated goals and objectives, in order to provide organizational and individual trauma-informed training and facilitation to clients who are seeking to intentionally create or enhance intercultural competence and inclusive organizational/project culture design. Some service offerings include, but are not limited to: policy and process review, internal audits and inventory, interactive leadership coaching and development activities, and dialogue facilitation.
Tulsa Legacy Charter SchoolOffice Manager
Aug. 2019 - Jan. 2021Tulsa, Oklahoma, United StatesAssist with the development and implementation of school-wide non-instructional systems and procedures. This included, but was not limited to, capturing and organizing key campus data for compliance reports, as well as school lottery and enrollment support (i.e., sourcing families and recruiting and walking them through the district enrollment process). Additionally, I provided ongoing procedural support and interpretation for staff members, along with bilingual (Spanish/English) language support for families as needed in the context of general family communication. Also responsible for maintaining and updating student records, in addition to providing minor triage for daily student medical needs.
Regier, Carr, & Monroe, LLP / YWCA TulsaPayroll & Accounting Coordinator
Mar. 2015 - Jan. 2018Tulsa, Oklahoma AreaPrimary liaison for payroll vendor (Paylocity), as well as grant supervisors at federal agencies. Responsible for processing of semi-monthly payroll (including onboarding of new employees into HRIS), and monthly/quarterly reporting/invoicing for federal/state grants utilizing both paper and electronic submission tools. Also responsible for training employees and managers/directors on particulars of payroll system and supporting/troubleshooting as issues arise. Review monthly detail ledger for eligible grant expenses, pull supporting documentation and invoices, update extensive Excel worksheets with expense information and calculations (including splitting eligible expenses between relevant grants) and submitting packet(s) for reimbursement. Includes coordinating with project/program managers to review/adjust budget details for maximum efficiency in use of awarded funds.
People Source, LLC.Branch Manager/Recruiter
Mar. 2014 - Feb. 2015Tulsa, OKAs a Branch Manager and Recruiter for mostly manufacturing clients, my role went beyond filling a position with a "warm body", but I also worked to understand client needs and match the right talent to the right company...while still considering the career goals of candidates. From sourcing resumes, screening talent, running/reviewing background checks, through interview preparation and placement...my focus was keeping both the customer AND the employee in mind with integrity. Because not only does it work, but it can lead to longer retention...which leads to increased client trust, employee loyalty and greater income.
All Souls UUCBookkeeper
Nov. 2011 - Feb. 2014Full service Bookkeeper to non-profit organization with duties including, but not limited to: recording pledge receipts (accounts/pledges receivable) and other contributions, recording/coding/paying vendor invoices (accounts payable), general ledger posting/reporting, timecard entry/payroll processing, new hire onboarding, employee benefits administration (medical, dental, vision, retirement, life/LTD, etc.), vacation/accrual tracking, building space rental/coordination (also including invoicing/collections), etc.
Near North Health Service CorporationHuman Resources Generalist
Jan. 2006 - Jan. 2009Provided general Human Resources services to a multi-site health service corporation. Such services included, but were not limited to, on-boarding, verifications, credentialing assistance, benefits administration, reviews/evaluations, HRIS maintenance and analysis, event coordination and planning, terminations, COBRA administration, open enrollment, EE file maintenance/audit/review, FMLA administration, EEO reporting, and various other responsibilities. Customers, internal and external, consisted of a broad and diverse range of employees from maintenance workers and public safety officer to social workers, nutritionists, physicians and executives; in addition to benefit vendors, suppliers, schools, and venue managers.
Legal ShieldDirector
Dec. 2005 - Jul. 2011Built honorable relationships with members of the community at-large (businesses, non-profit organizations, associations, chambers of commerce, etc.) to educate on the risks, dangers, and liabilities of identity theft and how to be proactive in mitigating possible damages. Consultant to small to medium businesses on offering comprehensive legal service plans to families and individual employees. Leadership training and development activities; hands-on training for leading, encouraging, and supporting diverse groups Heavy marketing communication, timely processing of paperwork and follow-up, maintaining up-to-date website information, and acting as a liaison between customers, associates, and corporate office.
Xpressions of YouConsultant
Jan. 2001 - Dec. 2019Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States"YOU are an Enterprise." This is the motto of Xpressions of You, an organization conceived to recognize, encourage and enhance the natural gifts, talents and abilities of those who would dare "step up" to their creative and expressive selves. The goal of XoY is to provide resources to individuals, regardless of background or experience, to sharpen each person to be their very best. We do this in many ways, from partnering with organizations to develop and sharpen leaders as well as audit and review internal policies and practices to accurately reflect its mission and vision, to partnering with individuals to assess personal goals and align them to their natural gifts, interests and abilities.
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