Consulting services dedicated to providing decision-makers with evidence-based information to guide decision-makers in using data to drive change and continuous improvement, which stems from data analytics and best practices. Strategic Leadership & Research Solutions (SLRS) strives to align, advocate for, and advance practices that improve educational and workforce experiences, opportunities, and outcomes. Specialize in leadership development, research, evaluation, data analytics, and strategic planning.

Selective Accomplishments:• Advanced innovative product development to better meet the needs of clients by working collaboratively and strategically with R&D, policy advisory groups, and marketing teams. • Met client needs in a rapidly evolving and competitive industry by working with university partners to assess and improve product functions and capabilities. • Significantly advanced operational capabilities and efficiencies for clients by supporting implementation of new data storage and reporting systems. o Developed skills and abilities needed to operate new system and developed data analytic skills.• Increased annual sales revenue by $.8 million by evaluating and improving marketing strategies. o Created new market opportunities for existing products by leveraging and strategically utilizing revised state policies.

Led development and implementation of innovative technology used to identify the academic needs of five million students. Created a roadmap for success; managed and utilized management teams; led development of innovative assessments; oversaw data management, data analytics, and technical reporting; advanced R&D; managed P&L; negotiated contracts; enhanced test security; and built networks. Selective Accomplishments:• Won $54 million contract extension by implementing Computer-Based test to reinforce client’s confidence in product development and delivery. o Obtained release of $5.4 million in retained fees by meeting all contract requirements.  Created $.7 million in client savings by modifying existing products. o Increased annual revenue by $.5 million by improving operational processes to maximize efficiencies and reduce labor cost.• Recognized and celebrated team success on development and launching of innovative computer-based pilot test.

Served on state and national leadership teams and as faculty for Arizona Department of Education to lead initiatives for transitioning to rigorous standards and assessments. Selective Accomplishments: • Raised $100k in new revenue to sustain supplemental services provided for transition by developing client base and corporate sponsorships.• Served as faculty to develop leadership and data analytic skills. o Advanced comprehensive change initiatives by working collaboratively with new and existing networks to improve university professional preparation programs. • Advanced implementation of state level educational systems, processes, and policies by providing recommendations for improvement and technical support.

Led development and implementation of district research, assessment, evaluation, data, and automated reporting systems. Served on state and national advisory committees to develop and implement educational, assessment, accountability, certification, and policy initiatives. Selective Accomplishments:• Worked with staff to create a culture of high expectations for providing rich educational opportunities to diverse students by garnering team support. • Advanced district operations and reporting systems by redefining and reconstructing them to more accurately measure and evaluate progress. • Led development and implementation of innovative data management and reporting systems.