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National Center for Families LearningDirector, Family Leadership
Nov. 2022 - May. 2025Directed family leadership and engagement programming nationwide, enhancing engagement strategies for diverse communities. Managed a team of nine in a matrix organization, fostering collaboration and innovation. Oversaw national initiatives across twenty states, effectively managing contracts and grants to drive program success.
United Way of Central Indiana2Gen Partnerships and Engagement Director
Jan. 2022 - Oct. 2022Indianapolis, Indiana, United StatesOversaw 2Gen strategy conceptualization for UWCI’s Family Opportunity fund and co-lead in grant making processes. Led community engagement opportunities relating to 2Gen networks and partnership development including monthly learning networks and establishing the first parent and caregiver advisory council.
United Way of Central Indiana2Gen Senior Manager
Jan. 2021 - Jan. 2022Served as point for 30 funded agencies serving in technical assistance, capacity building, and coaching role. Led and elevated 2Gen strategies and best practices into United Way of Central Indiana's Family Opportunity fund. Convened and executed training opportunities around 2Gen for Central Indiana.
United Way of Central IndianaSenior Program Officer
Jun. 2020 - Dec. 2020Indianapolis, Indiana, United StatesServed as main point of contact with federal government regarding grant close out. Led team towards our closeout goals. Supported 6 of 8 subgrantees and managed our 21 million dollar budget. Elevated 2Gen lessons learned into larger United Way of Central Indiana's Family Opportunity 2Gen strategy.
United Way of Central IndianaProgram Officer
May. 2019 - May. 2020Indianapolis, IndianaOversaw 6 of 8 sub grantees on a federal Social Innovation Funding grant. Ensured compliance with federal grant standards and provided needed technical assistance and support to sub grantees on a weekly basis. Aided in thought leadership around the 2 generation (2Gen) approach work which aims to build families out of generational poverty. Oversaw the budget of 21 million dollars and contributed to financial reporting as required by the federal government.
United Way of Central IndianaAssistant Program Officer
Nov. 2018 - Apr. 2019Indianapolis, Indiana AreaProvided coordination and communication amongst our four team members. Contributed input to training and technical assistance for our sub grantees. Review and process all claims and invoices. Mange budget reporting and monitoring.
Foundation for Sustainable DevelopmentIntern
Jun. 2016 - Aug. 2016Maska, UgandaWorked along side community members on grassroots focused activities relating to sustainable agriculture and women's rights.
The Center for Civic LiteracyGraduate Assistant
Mar. 2015 - May. 2016IUPUIDid content writing and research review focused on voting rights and education. Conducted series of events with local partners including the Indianapolis Public Library aimed at increasing voters' civic knowledge.
Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)Program Assistant
Feb. 2014 - Oct. 2018Indianapolis, Indiana AreaAssisted in community and economic development projects related to health and livability throughout Indianapolis communities, including oversight and disbursement of funds. Coordinated and executed yearly fundraising event, Love Thy Neighborhood Awards.
The Indy Food CouncilProgram Manager
Feb. 2014 - Dec. 2017Indianapolis, Indiana AreaMaintained communication and relationships between different stakeholders ranging from community members, non-profit leaders, and city and state officials. Oversaw all Indy Food Council communications including monthly newsletters, press releases, website and social media maintenance, speaking engagement, and community events.
AmeriCorps VISTAFood Justice Cultivator
Feb. 2013 - Feb. 2014Indianapolis, INServed on a team laying the groundwork for the program’s first year. Built a network of over 40 individuals and organizations involved in the local food system. Assisted the Indy Food Council in a community outreach campaign reaching over 200 individuals.
The Lexington Farmers' MarketAssistant Market Manager
Sep. 2011 - Jan. 2013Lexington, Kentucky AreaOversaw 70+ vendors and assisted in onsite managerial duties at all five markets. Performed day to day record keeping including market transaction and inventory sales.
United States Department of DefenseChild and Youth Services Intern
Jan. 2011 - May. 2011Leavenworth, Kansas, United StatesCompleted this Military Extension Internship Program to learn first hand knowledge of child and youth development programs within the Department of Defense at my onsite placement of Fort Leavenworth Army base.
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