I work in partnership with unions, worker centers, and coalitions to raise Texas’ labor standards, build worker power, and achieve a fair and just economy.

I collaborated cross-functionally to develop a long range people-centered, public policy roadmap and associated fundraising framework. I engaged with high profile philanthropies and stakeholders on Every Texan's roadmap and vision for Texas.- Designed and implemented Every Texan’s first monthly sustainer program- Changed the org stewarding focus to democratize our giving program: Diversified individual giving revenue stream from a single annual event into small, mid-level, and major… Show more I collaborated cross-functionally to develop a long range people-centered, public policy roadmap and associated fundraising framework. I engaged with high profile philanthropies and stakeholders on Every Texan's roadmap and vision for Texas.- Designed and implemented Every Texan’s first monthly sustainer program- Changed the org stewarding focus to democratize our giving program: Diversified individual giving revenue stream from a single annual event into small, mid-level, and major donor programs-Laid an individual giving program foundation by spearheading many firsts like a print donor newsletter, quarterly events, and integrating a targeted and segmented donor communications strategy- Pivoted annual events to be more inclusive and reflective of everyday Texans through narrative, relationship building, and content Show less

Grew a state wide agency incorporating 5 locations from a 6 million to 19 million dollar operation. Spearheaded the agency's first advocacy programs supported by social work interns. Followed state and federal policy while engaging volunteers, community members, and impacted communities in advocacy work. Secured all public sector funding; cultivated all private foundation relationships and gifts. Spearheaded 1.5 million USD anti-trafficking and immigration legal services expansion.… Show more Grew a state wide agency incorporating 5 locations from a 6 million to 19 million dollar operation. Spearheaded the agency's first advocacy programs supported by social work interns. Followed state and federal policy while engaging volunteers, community members, and impacted communities in advocacy work. Secured all public sector funding; cultivated all private foundation relationships and gifts. Spearheaded 1.5 million USD anti-trafficking and immigration legal services expansion. Accomplishments:325K Macfound discovery grant to launch the first smart phone -refugee program Led development of the agency’s first refugee client stability scale Spearheaded and implemented a statewide intern and volunteer driven state & federal policy advocacy program100K plus in family foundation contributionsOversaw anti-trafficking statewide expansion efforts and secured 1.5 million highly competitive Department of Justice grantsManaged a 18 million dollar grant portfolio and associated compliance for R&P, MG, PC, TVAP, RSS/CMA, DOJ/OVC; 52 contracts. Show less

Developed institutional systems with the objective to ensure compliance and high quality service delivery in five offices (Amarillo, Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Houston) encompassing over 50 diverse programs. Provided training and technical guidance to local staff on program implementation and service delivery. Accomplishments: Designed and secured agency's participation in Americorp VISTA incorporating 12 members charged with development and advancement activities across five… Show more Developed institutional systems with the objective to ensure compliance and high quality service delivery in five offices (Amarillo, Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Houston) encompassing over 50 diverse programs. Provided training and technical guidance to local staff on program implementation and service delivery. Accomplishments: Designed and secured agency's participation in Americorp VISTA incorporating 12 members charged with development and advancement activities across five sitesSecured $455,000 DOJ/OVC Human Trafficking Comprehensive ServicesProvided consistent and timely technical consultation to 100 staff on program implementation and service deliveryCoordinated two major trainings and capacity building events involving over 50 staff each from five officesPrepared and submitted 19 Refugee Social Services contracts and 9 R&P and MG submissions for FY 15 and FY 16 Show less

Open Arms, a social enterprise, provides living wage employment to refugee women by manufacturing women's apparel and accessories sustainably. Provided general oversight with the goal to increase profitability. Built company image by collaborating with customers, businesses, government, community organizations and employees; created awareness of the Open Arms business model. Cultivated an environment of dignity and respect. Maintained high-quality products and excellence in customer… Show more Open Arms, a social enterprise, provides living wage employment to refugee women by manufacturing women's apparel and accessories sustainably. Provided general oversight with the goal to increase profitability. Built company image by collaborating with customers, businesses, government, community organizations and employees; created awareness of the Open Arms business model. Cultivated an environment of dignity and respect. Maintained high-quality products and excellence in customer service by establishing and enforcing organization standards. Show less

Provided financial and organizational oversight over the Austin service office including six diverse programs serving approximately 900 displaced persons annually. Supervised 21 staff and 4 interns. Accomplishments:-Initiated and coordinated agency's first annual Ride for Refuge generating 20,000 USD-Initiated agency's funded participation in a project evaluating services offered to LGBT refugees and displaced persons(Heartland Alliance Rainbow Project, Office of Refugee… Show more Provided financial and organizational oversight over the Austin service office including six diverse programs serving approximately 900 displaced persons annually. Supervised 21 staff and 4 interns. Accomplishments:-Initiated and coordinated agency's first annual Ride for Refuge generating 20,000 USD-Initiated agency's funded participation in a project evaluating services offered to LGBT refugees and displaced persons(Heartland Alliance Rainbow Project, Office of Refugee Resettlement)- Led and wrote grant proposals that funded new programs for Limited English Proficiency unemployed refugees and refugees facing long term illness (Office of Refugee Resettlement Preferred Communities/Medical Case Management-Increased the number of volunteers engaged in services by 45 percent- Wrote and coordinated all abstracts/RFPs for ORR Matching Grant, EMM/CWS Reception and Placement, and RSS Employment, and Extended Case Management programs-100 percent full compliance record for all national and state monitorings with notable remarks on the high quality services offered by the agency. Show less

Managed Refugee Social Services (RSS) Employment Program and coordinated employment components of the Matching Grant (MG) program, serving 400 clients annually; Developed and sustained relationships with Austin companies and organizations to ensure efficient placement of refugee job candidates. Screened refugee job candidates and prepared for job placement in Austin; Coordinated seven weekly job readiness classes preparing Limited English Proficiency refugees to enter the workplace; consulted… Show more Managed Refugee Social Services (RSS) Employment Program and coordinated employment components of the Matching Grant (MG) program, serving 400 clients annually; Developed and sustained relationships with Austin companies and organizations to ensure efficient placement of refugee job candidates. Screened refugee job candidates and prepared for job placement in Austin; Coordinated seven weekly job readiness classes preparing Limited English Proficiency refugees to enter the workplace; consulted local business and employers on all refugee employment related topics. Collaborated with local employers on retention, training, interpretation, and other human resources functions. Supervised three staff and one intern. Show less