Collaborative leader with expertise in international strategic visioning and execution to achieve global ambitions for education institutions. Utilizing mentorship and talent development skills to coach teams to implement process improvements and achieve key performance indicators. Harnesses expertise in program development to conceptualize, propose and launch international and domestic educational programs. Assesses programs to identify service enhancements, deepen integration with institutional partners and leverage strategic relationships to deliver results.CORE COMPETENCIES• Project Management• Partner Development• Streamlining Operations• Strategic Analysis / Planning • Team Leader / Mentor• Excellent Presentation Skills• Relationship Building / Retention• Community Partnerships SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTSBusiness Transformation: Identified process improvements by combining siloed and stand-alone offices into a comprehensive service unit at major research institution. Created one-stop center for all international services and functions which increased scope and quality of services to the university without increasing cost. RESULT: University grew international enrollments by 70% over 4 years.Internationalization: Led efforts at two institutions to update Global Perspective requirements as part of Core Curriculum to incorporate study abroad and service learning into the curriculum. This enabled students to count time spent interning in a refugee agency or studying abroad in Tanzania to fulfill core/general education requirements while improving student understanding of Global Perspectives. RESULT: Students were able to access new opportunities that increased their satisfaction and persistence. Mentor: Worked with multiple staff members to strengthen leadership skills by providing coaching, professional development opportunities, and assigning projects that gave opportunities hands-on learning. Coached and supported low-performing staff to increase engagement and attendance by creating space for candid discussions and providing support needed to unlock strong results. RESULT: Numerous former staff are current directors at a variety of institutions, and a low-performing employee was retained and received praise and institutional recognition for her work.
Listed skills include International Education, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Community Outreach, and 7 others.