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Inspired by the age-old art of alchemy, we are dedicated to transforming business strategies by infusing them with impactful change. At Alchemy Collectiv, we turn conventional methods into innovative, value-driven processes, seamlessly blending business acumen with a commitment to societal good.We are a collective of innovators, thinkers, and passionate professionals dedicated to bridging the gap between business value and social good. Our approach mirrors the alchemical process - it's creative, experimental, and deeply insightful. We recognize that social impact is not only an art or a science; it is a complex fusion of both, requiring a deep understanding of diverse systems and the unique needs of businesses, nonprofits, and foundations.

At the helm of Tech for Social Good, I spearheaded JPMorgan Chase’s groundbreaking initiative, embedding social impact and technological innovation across all business lines to drive exceptional value creation and firm-wide differentiation. This leadership role allowed me to blend strategic vision with actionable solutions, transforming how the firm engaged with clients, communities, and employees through corporate responsibility and emerging talent strategies. My efforts positioned JPMorgan Chase as a pioneer in leveraging technology for social good, enhancing its market position and setting new industry standards.Strategic Leadership & Initiative Founding: Founded Tech for Social Good, embedding it as a strategic element firm-wide, enhancing JPMorgan Chase’s position in the financial and tech sectors, and deepening its commitment to corporate social responsibility.Talent Development & Inclusion: Launched and led the firmwide Emerging Talent program, employing a skills-first strategy to diversify the talent pool with over 2,000 hires from non-traditional backgrounds, boosting diversity and innovation.Community Impact through Tech: Led over 100 global hackathon events, mobilizing 50,000+ participants to create tech solutions for nonprofits, building a robust talent pipeline and strengthening client relationships.Immersive Employee Development: Orchestrated immersive experiences and events for employees with socially focused organizations, delivering 1,000+ solutions to advance missions, foster empathy, and enhance client service innovation.Empowering Youth Empowerment & Closing Skill Gaps: Directed mentorship and educational initiatives for 75,000+ youths, inspiring interest in business and technology and addressing industry skills gaps.Cross-Industry Collaboration: Spearheaded a symposium with 80+ leaders to leverage technology in the nonprofit sector, promoting innovation and collaboration.

At NPower, an organization dedicated to creating pathways to economic prosperity by launching digital careers for military veterans and young adults in underserved communities, I played a pivotal role in driving strategic growth and innovation. Originally focused on helping nonprofits use technology more effectively, NPower expanded its mission under my leadership to address broader social challenges through technology.Organizational Growth: Spearheaded the expansion from a 5-person local office to a national presence with over 150 staff members, dramatically increasing our ability to serve communities nationwide.Innovation in Corporate Social Responsibility: Conceived and developed an online portal for matching nonprofit tech needs with skilled volunteers, redefining corporate engagement and support in social responsibility.Strategic Volunteer Engagement: Launched a successful volunteer matching portal, securing strong support from the Fortune 500 CIO community and significantly enhancing our operational impact.Research and Development: Led efforts to identify and fill efficiency gaps within the nonprofit sector through innovative technology solutions and corporate partnerships.Executive Leadership: Contributed as a key member of the executive management team, directing NPower's strategic course and expanding its reach and effectiveness in empowering underserved populations.

During career at Accenture, worked across multiple global clients in the financial services and products sectors, with a focus on strategy and change management. In addition, led several Accenture social good community teams.