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Managing Partner
Tarragona AssociatesManaging Partner
Mar. 2019 - Mar. 2021San Francisco, California, United StatesProvide sound decisions for the company as one of the four board of directors, as well as solutions to organizational or departmental problems through the execution of corrective action plans Direct, plan, and implement policies, objectives, or activities of organizations/businesses to ensure continuing operations, maximize returns on investments, and increase productivity Develop bylaws approved by elected officials and ensure the enforcement of bylaws. Take charge of organizing and approving promotional campaigns. Facilitate and conduct research on issues affecting areas of responsibility. Effectively administer human resources activities, including approving human resource plans or activities, selecting directors or other high-level staff, and establishing/coordinating major departments Perform strategic design and management of the company website
Owner
Higher Design, LLCOwner
Feb. 2019Hahira, Georgia, United StatesOversee all facets of company operations, such as strategic planning, policy and procedure consultation, project management, job analysis and salary studies, instructional design, policy and procedure creation, and web design/hosting for clients. Assess organizational functioning through extensive research studies of physical work environments, organizational structures, communication systems, group interactions, morale, or motivation while conducting presentations on research findings for clients. Evaluate skills, abilities, and interests for the purpose of employee selection, placement, or promotion by formulating interview techniques, rating scales, and psychological tests for clients. Carry out individual assessments, which involved interpreting measures and providing feedback for selection, placement, or promotion. Lead the strategic development and implementation of the following: Training programs to apply principles of learning and individual differences, while identifying training and development needs; New business by contacting potential clients, making sales presentations, and writing proposals; Employee selection or placement programs Provide training to clients to administer HR functions, encompassing testing, selection, and performance management; coaching to senior executives and managers on leadership and performance; and effectual advice to management concerning personnel, managerial, and marketing policies and practices and their potential effects on organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Gather information regarding physical, mental, and educational requirements of jobs, as well as information related to aspects, such as job satisfaction by supervising and interviewing workers.
Associate Director of the Center for eLearning
Valdosta State UniversityAssociate Director of the Center for eLearning
Jul. 2018 - Feb. 2019Valdosta, Georgia, United StatesEffectively directed a staff of six full-time and three part-time positions, while handling a budget of approximately $1M Led the creation, execution, and facilitation of policies, programs, and initiatives in alignment with the institution’s strategic plan, as well as in adherence to federal, system, and campus guidelines and policies for eLearning Strategically established distance learning program goals or plans, which involved recommending new program development, instructional design services, and objectives, course offering plans, and quality assurance. Efficiently handled state authorization efforts for the university with National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) Carried out the development and delivery of technical resources, such as course management and videoconferencing systems, networking, and webcasting for distance learning programs Coordinated availability of or changes to distance learning courses or materials, programs, services, and applications to faculty, students, and other users Promptly addressed problems related to distance learning equipment or applications. Assisted communication between organizations, shareholders, and outside organizations by serving as a liaison Capitalized on industry expertise in managing the following initiatives: Education technology adoption, selection, and implementation; Instructional design, faculty training, and professional development; Course and instructional quality promotion and new technology advancement to improve instruction modalities and techniques; Online program administration and initiation to ensure online student success; and Online learning and online enrollment marketing.
Interim Director of the Office of Extended Learning
Valdosta State UniversityInterim Director of the Office of Extended Learning
Nov. 2017 - Jul. 2018Valdosta, Georgia, United StatesRendered direct supervision to a staff of 12 full-time and 3 part-time employees while administering an approximately of $1.2M budget Career Highlight: Successfully formulated new continuing education models, encompassing convertible certificates and “stackable” credentials, as well as integrated practices that supported conversion to academic credit
Assistant Director of Program Development and Administration
Valdosta State UniversityAssistant Director of Program Development and Administration
Jul. 2013 - Nov. 2017Valdosta, Georgia, United StatesRestructured the department and identified the most efficient programs to use by conducting program and departmental assessments. Created and assessed programs, built policies, negotiated contracts, and researched and analyzed target markets for online programs. Set key direction to five staff members in the department and trained personnel in updating faculty training curricula, applying eMajor training protocols, and producing faculty resources and policy manuals. Supported the establishment of collaborative programs initiated by the USG Office in partnership with assistant vice-chancellors. Ensured consistent assessment and improvement of the programs through execution of training evaluation. Promoted faculty and student engagement through the development of online programs and initiatives. Generated a standard enrollment report shared with department heads, deans, and vice presidents in collaboration with other departments on a weekly basis. Drove strategic efforts in initiating and executing the following functions: records management program for eMajor budgeting and faculty credential tracking; program policy for the USG's eMajor and for the Office of Extended Learning at VSU; Ongoing evaluation and assessment processes for the effectiveness of the USG's eMajor policy and practices as well as at VSU and new program opportunities for VSU, such as certification programs and high-demand degrees with rapid job placement demand growth. Responsible for: Project manager for new online program initiatives and SmartPath core initiative, including new development of 15 courses and moving of B.A. in Psychology online; Substitute during the absence of the director; budget manager for budgetary compliance and allocation of funds to institutional partners per semester, amounting to $4.4M annually; NC-SARA representative for the university; and liaison with the USG's eMajor administrative Unit for new affiliate recruitment.
Graduate Assistant
Valdosta State UniversityGraduate Assistant
Sep. 2011 - May. 2013Valdosta, Georgia, United StatesOffered support in preparing meetings, researching topics, meeting and greeting attendees, and taking minutes for the director. Took charge of designing training manual/job aid for all graduate assistants in the office to use for training and daily reference guide Helped with the maintenance of more than $700K budget for elected graduate assistants Accomplished updating of hard and electronic personnel files for over 300 graduate assistants
Human Resources Consultant
Full Swing Golf EventsHuman Resources Consultant
Jan. 2010 - May. 2013San Diego, California, United StatesAssumed full accountability for the establishment and maintenance of company policies, as well as employee handbook used throughout the company Conducted research on current topics and issues through multiple sources, as well quarterly salary studies to benchmark salaries in the area that assisted the multi-company merger Actively communicated with chief executive office, vice president, and other executives regarding human resources legal issues and hiring practices Rendered hands-on assistance in coordinating job postings and screening and sending candidates for the interview process Provided guidance to hiring managers with regard to interviewer etiquette

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