Fulfillment Fund is a leading nonprofit dedicated to making college a reality for students from educationally and economically under-resourced communities. We provide vital support through college counseling, mentorship, and scholarships.Our impact speaks for itself: 96% of our high school seniors graduate, and 95% go on to college—well above national averages. With 81% of our alumni as first-generation college graduates, we are committed to breaking the cycle of poverty through education.Last year, 85% of our students graduated with a BA in six years or less, compared to just 25% across LAUSD. We’re proud to empower students to achieve their academic and career goals!

Braid Theory is a woman-owned vertically-integrated venture advisory and accelerator based at the Port of Los Angeles that weaves together entrepreneurs, industry influencers, and corporate partners to accelerate adoption of transformative technology, drive market growth, and create profitable collaborations.Braid Theory Impact is a nonprofit organization with the mission of building capacity and sustainability within the blue economy.

Led regionally recognized nonprofit organization focused on career education and workforce development. Engaged industry, educators and community to prepare students for holistic success in school, career, and life. Directed management team of five, total staff of 22, and 400+ volunteers to deliver year-round programs and services in support of 8,200+ students annually. Served as chief storyteller, public relations officer and brand ambassador within industry, education and public sector spheres. Developed and grew revenue streams to support $2.5M annual operating budget.• Successfully succeeded founder, expanded impact and professionalized organization, preserving key relationships and building partnerships with global corporations, educational institutions and public agencies.• Grew revenues 350% while diversifying revenue streams to ensure no single category exceeds 30%. • Leveraged understanding and effectiveness to engage stakeholders in multiple industry sectors. Deepened relationships with core partners in trade, transportation and logistics. Expanded organization’s capabilities to serve as trusted partner to other high-wage, high-growth sectors, including STEM and health care. • Institutionalized and scaled programs and services across Southern California and vertically within K-16 education sectors, with a focus on meeting evolving workforce and community needs. Innovated legacy internship program, resulting in 270% growth in participation and increased satisfaction for participants and employers.• Developed and implementation of multiple strategic plans, including executing successful total rebrand of organization to capitalize on expanded mission and vision.• Evolved organizational culture and programming to center Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Recruited and promoted diverse board and staff to represent stakeholders and communities served.• Effectively leveraged pro bono volunteers through impactful engagement.

Oversaw comprehensive annual giving program for USC’s Marshall School of Business and USC Leventhal School of Accounting to solicit unrestricted gifts in support of $2.5M annual revenue goal, while raising participation levels for alumni, parents, friends, faculty/staff and students. Specific fundraising initiatives included direct mail, online, telemarketing, class gift campaigns and reunions.• Launched MarshallVOICES, a weekly e-newsletter which increased online revenues 82% over the previous year, while enhancing overall alumni connectivity. Online archive: http://www.uscnewsletters.com/marshallnews/voices/arch/• Established formal volunteer program to motivate and harness alumni support for first USC Marshall Reunion 2010.

Provided "time, treasure and talent" to International Trade Education Programs, Inc. (ITEP). Served as member of Fund Raising Committee, focusing on ensuring long-term sustainability of the organization.

Served as a member of the Southern California IBEAR Alumni Network Leadership Team in support of its mission to increase connectivity among local IBEAR alumni, promote alumni engagement with the current class, and create opportunities for networking and fun.

Engaged by USC’s Center for Business Education and Research (CIBER) to assess feasibility and design multi-university consortium to promote linkages between a select group of top tier U.S. business schools and private MBA program in Moscow. Previously led team in professional consulting project for Marshall School of Business to provide competitive analysis and strategic recommendations for growth and sustainability for niche MBA program. Project entailed significant primary and secondary research; including survey design/analysis and competitor benchmarking. Presented findings as plenary session at alumni conference - July 2008.

Managed corporate membership program to drive revenue and secure leadership resources for the organization. Promoted organization to the community and developed strategic partnerships with mission-aligned organizations. Planned and executed major revenue-raising events, including marketing, sponsor solicitation, budget oversight, vendor and volunteer management. Oversaw department, including development of strategic plans, $1.1M budget and two F/T staff.

Developed, promoted and implemented internationally-focused executive education programs. Directed USC’s Asia/Pacific Business Outlook, an annual conference attended by over 250 global business leaders. Designed and delivered country-focused seminars and individualized programs for executives. Devised and implemented marketing campaigns. Identified and solicited corporate clients for event sponsorship and customized programs. Managed one professional staff member and three student workers.

Counseled undergraduates interested in studying abroad. Managed four Penn-branded programs, while administering 25+ other Penn-approved programs. Personally visited and evaluated overseas sites. Conducted on-campus recruitment and promotion, selected participants, and coordinated with relevant academic and administrative offices. Analyzed enrollment trends and provided input for long-term planning. Represented the University in strategic planning and contract negotiations with partners.

Organized numerous intercultural exchange activities, including a U.S.I.A.-sponsored “Business for Russia” program that brought 30 Russian entrepreneurs to the U.S. for a month-long internship/cultural exchange.

Managed Dean's schedule and oversaw special projects

6-month work abroad program in Costa Rica