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Lakeshore Little People's PlaceExecutive Director/Special Projects Director
Jul. 2020 - Oct. 2025Directed strategic operations and organizational growth across multiple locations, leading a cross-functional team of 75+ employees and managing large-scale programs aligned with mission-driven outcomes. • Spearhead organization-wide marketing and communications strategies, including digital campaigns, email marketing, community outreach, and social media engagement to elevate brand visibility and strengthen stakeholder relationships. • Oversee development of the new company website and social media presence in collaboration with a creative agency, improving community engagement and brand consistency across platforms. • Manage stakeholder communications and external relations, cultivating partnerships with local organizations, government agencies, and donors to expand organizational reach and visibility. • Initiate continuous improvement projects across operations, marketing, and hiring practices— streamlining onboarding processes, improving internal communications, and integrating engagement-focused practices into workplace culture. • Champion collaborative leadership and culture-building across all sites, facilitating shared decision- making, staff recognition programs, and professional development initiatives. • Plan and execute events and community engagement initiatives to enhance outreach and stakeholder participation.
Lakeshore Little People's PlaceEducation Director
Dec. 2013 - Jul. 2020Holland, Michigan, United StatesDirected the development and rollout of professional development initiatives for 90+ staff, managing project timelines, stakeholder communication, and training deliverables across multiple sites. • Designed and implemented educational content aligned with MiRegistry standards, improving staff development outcomes and organizational compliance. • Mentored staff through continuing education and career advancement processes, including certifications, higher education enrollment, and scholarship applications. • Collaborated with leadership to set strategic goals for learning environments and curriculum enhancement, including seasonal outdoor learning initiatives. • Regularly communicated program updates, training milestones, and improvement goals to internal teams and external partners. • Managed internal quality assurance and performance improvement reporting to ensure alignment with organizational standards and external evaluation benchmarks.
Professional Instructor/Early Childhood TrainerIndependent Contractor
Apr. 2011Holland, Michigan, United StatesDesign and deliver tailored training programs for diverse audiences, manage end-to-end planning, facilitation, and evaluation of virtual and in-person workshops. • Led multi-phase instructional projects for CDA candidates, including portfolio reviews, application support, and scholarship guidance—ensuring milestones and deliverables were met on time. • Develop and market over 40 professional development courses approved in the MiRegistry database, increasing visibility and demand across statewide provider networks. • Collaborate with community organizations to deliver high impact learning experiences, build strong professional relationships and expand audience engagement. • Recognize as a go-to trainer for early childhood centers, known for clear communication, creative content delivery, and program alignment with state standards. • Facilitate training on family engagement, literacy development, and protective factors—aligning content with broader community impact and CSR-related goals.
Great Start to QualityQuality Improvement Specialist
Apr. 2011 - Dec. 2013Holland, Michigan, United StatesManaged stakeholder outreach and engagement across a nine-county region, building trusted relationships and promoting program participation through strategic communications. • Delivered training and support to partners, ensuring smooth onboarding and alignment with program goals. • Tracked engagement data and generated insights to inform continuous improvement and marketing efforts. • Contributed to statewide project planning and communication initiatives with key partners. • Promoted program visibility through presentations, written materials, and stakeholder engagement.
Wayne-Westland Community SchoolsElementary Educator
Sep. 1998 - Jun. 2004Westland, Michigan, United States3rd grade classroom teacher. Designed and delivered comprehensive instruction across core subjects, tailoring curriculum and teaching strategies to support diverse learning styles and holistic student development.
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