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Washington University in St. LouisLearning and Development Consultant
Feb. 2024United StatesCollaborate with Senior Learning and Development consultants and partner with Learning and
Organizational Development (LD and OD) teams to evaluate, design, and implement a comprehensive leadership, management, and professional development program, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Conduct engaging virtual and in-person training sessions for leaders, managers, and staff members.
Manage the New Hire Orientation (NEO) program, leading bi-weekly sessions campus-wide and working closely with stakeholders to evaluate program effectiveness.
Source, organize, and develop educational materials to support Learning and Development initiatives.
Play a key role in establishing and executing evaluation processes to assess the effectiveness of
learning initiatives.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, IncorporatedMember
Jun. 2022
Washington University in St. LouisCareer Development Professional
Mar. 2019 - Apr. 2024Develop and implement comprehensive career development education to assist managers and non-managerial staff interested in enhancing their current position as well as identifying and pursuing new or different career paths at the university. Provide trusted one-on-one career coaching sessions that coincide with self-assessment themes to consider the best fit for short and long term goals.
Introduce personalized tool kits to enhance experience gaps and effectively increase skill level and broaden competencies.
Effectively communicate career paths and progression with employees, resulting in an energized and obtainable action plan.
Develop and deliver educational workshops and training that promote curiosity, growth, and initiative to take ownership of personal and professional career development. Provide open forums including department presentations that support the staff retention goals.
Washington University in St. LouisDiversity and Inclusion Leader
Jun. 2016 - Mar. 2019Greater St. Louis AreaPlans, develops, and enhances the School’s success in attracting, recruiting, and retaining an effective, well-engaged diverse work- force; participates and contributes to the University’s diversity and inclusion strategic plan, providing development and implementation of initiatives that contribute to Washington University’s image as an employer of choice; develops and provides training to various employee and faculty groups that further embeds diversity and inclusion into the culture; builds partnerships and networks showcasing the rewards and benefits of working at Washington University in St. Louis; supports career development and education among staff
The Consortium for Graduate Study in ManagementDirector of Development
Apr. 2008 - Jun. 2016Held multifunctional roles emphasizing marketing, donor development, relationship management and financial administration. Cultivated corporate sponsors to fund fellowships for underserved minority candidates pursuing MBA degrees at 18 premier academic institutions. Researched and analyzed giving trends; developed corporate profiles to identify potential sponsors. Leveraged key contacts, consortium alumni and affinity groups to establish relationships at senior executive and board levels. Developed and present funding proposals. Managed communication flow to sponsors and member institutions. Initiated sponsorship kick-off events and coordinate annual giving campaigns.
Etiquette InclusionFounder and Chief Executive Officer
Mar. 2008Success in getting, keeping and advancing in a job is 85% people skills and 15% technical knowledge and skills. “Success requires that you are included. My goal is to provide you with etiquette tools for inclusion.” Monica D. Black, M.A. (Statistics are from 3 separate research projects by Harvard, Carnegie Foundation and Stanford Research Institute).
Washington University in St. LouisCareer Services
Jul. 2005 - Apr. 2008Championed, revived and expanded dormant Regional Business Council (RBC), inspiring major hiring initiative for business school (BSBA and MBA) graduates. Executed marketing campaigns to enhance the Olin brand among major employers. Executed and managed reciprocity agreements for career center resources with participating academic institutions nationwide.
- Managed RBC Greater Education Collaboration Mentorship Program including outreach and matching of students to employer interests. Interviewed, selected and coached student candidates. Counseled and guided minority students in accessing internship and career opportunities through networking relationships with business executives. - Participated in Midwest career fairs and conferences to cultivate potential partners and support students in their job search endeavors.
- Contributed to “Career Navigator” classes and wrote diversity curriculum for undergraduate “Managing Your Business Career Strategy” course. Evaluated MBA students’ career action plans and market readiness.
- Communicated weekly with 200+ students through electronic newsletters.
- Upgraded international students’ English language fluency by coordinating casual conversation opportunities.
Anti-Defamation LeagueDiversity Training Consultant
Feb. 2005 - Jan. 2024Enhance understanding and appreciation of cultural differences in school communities and workplace environments by presenting “A Classroom of Difference,” for Pre-K to 12th grade students and “A Workplace of Difference,” for adults in businesses and not-for-profit organizations.
Edward JonesHuman Resources Staffing
Feb. 2003 - Jul. 2005Executed special projects focusing on recruitment, development and inclusion of diversity candidates. Managed program communications and community relationships to enhance Edward Jones’ position as an Employer of Choice and Preferred Financial Services Partner. Provided informational resources to minority and women investment representatives on mentoring relationships, internal networking opportunities, technical resources and tactical business planning.
Colgate Palmolive - New York CityHR, Marketing & Development
Oct. 1999 - Feb. 2003Designed and executed grassroots marketing initiatives to increase market share among minority consumers. Cultivated special-event sponsorships to enhance advertising and PR exposure. Coordinated high-profile marketing/promotional events nationwide. - Recruited at job fairs and on college campuses. Scheduled applicant interviews and extended offers. - Served on task force charged with updating and streamlining the New Hire Orientation process.
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