Denitria Davis (Pollard), Mpa, Ctrs Email & Phone Number

• Lead a team of 5 in the development and execution of the company’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.• Established and manage Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging across the organization. • Facilitate roundtable discussions and workshops on DEI topics, promoting awareness and understanding among employees.• Develop and deliver comprehensive DEI training modules, enhancing employee knowledge and engagement.• Curate DEI-specific resources and educational materials for continuous learning and development, extending beyond company standards.• Partner with leadership to integrate DEI principles into corporate policies and practices and our products.

United States

• Grant Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, including timely and accurate reporting. Implemented proactive communication strategies, resulting in a 40% reduction in grant-related issues and enhancing overall customer experience.• Budgeting and Financial Management: Manage grant budgets to ensure proper allocation and tracking of funds. Conduct financial reviews and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve client issues, fostering a customer-centric environment.• Performance Reporting: Prepare comprehensive performance reports to demonstrate the impact and effectiveness of funded programs. Increased product adoption by 72% by creating a consistent call schedule and streamlining trainings, leading to enhanced program outcomes.

United States

As the co-host of the Destination Kingdom Podcast, I execute a multitude of duties, including producing, recording, editing, and mixing new episodes and supporting an organically-grown audience and achieving audience retention via digital marketing strategies.Related Skills: Episodes Producing and Editing, Plan and Strategies Enforcement, Process Improvement Initiatives, Management, GSuite

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Oversee 3 programs for residents in Assisted Living Memory Care and Skilled Nursing by organizing seamless daily operations for 130+ residents, managing 6 activity assistants, and a budget of $350K.• Amplified program participation and increased customer engagement 75% by creating programs aligned with consumer surveys including implementing IN2L, a senior specific SaaS to the community• Achieved the highest usage for IN2L SaaS for all communities within the organization • Improved engagement by 35% by designing area specific guidelines and designed opportunities that aligned with residents interests and past experiences.

United States

Successfully implemented a Young Adult Social Club to boost social engagement for clients with different abilities.• Managed a $270K budget and organized supported employment programming for 50+ clients diagnosed with varying disabilities. • Catapulted client engagement by 60% by distributing education on the ADA and Self Advocacy training.• Scaled community partnerships by 45% by facilitating open house sessions for local businesses. • Streamlined $200K+ in a commercial remodeling project and strategically executed procurement, market and consumer behavior research, qualified vendors, and coordinated logistics of contractors/employees.

Jacksonville, Florida

Connected with external partners to identify the “right fit” for practicum placements and collaborated alongside preceptors to ensure they understood practicum requirements and their responsibilities. • Applied a hands-on approach to design and implement the hospital’s volunteer infrastructure which included all aspects of volunteer management/recruitment/orientation/scheduling and hospital assignments for 50+ weekly volunteers.• Constructed outreach to 10+ state schools/universities to create a pipeline of continuous volunteer support and partnerships. • Executed 300+ hours in master’s degree practicum as a Community Relations Specialist with Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital that serviced 9K individuals and annually logged 100+ hours of volunteer services across organization site via Microsoft Access.

Jacksonville, Florida

Orchestrated individual/group recreation therapy sessions for 10-15 clients diagnosed with non-traumatic/traumatic spinal cord injuries, stroke, or brain surgery.• Incorporated weekend services and patient education which resulted in a 94% increase in patient satisfaction-the highest achieved in a 10-year span. • Discovered adaptive yoga practice for a stroke recovery patient who successfully achieved 75% mobility after 2 months of rehabilitation.o Extended a personalized approach to connect with patients and applied an ongoing adaptive sports education for patients. • Supported patients to regain mobility, strength, and independent living according to recreational activities and daily functionalities.

Jacksonville, Florida Area

Designed classes/programs for children (K-5) with different abilities and curated community partnerships to recruit committed volunteers.• Curated partnerships with agencies serving individuals with disabilities/special needs to evaluate, plan, and coordinate activities/programs expectations. • Empowered staff in the development of work plans/partnerships and identification of resources to enhance the programs/services.

Jacksonville, Florida

Patient-focused personalized fitness and wellness programs utilizing mind/body philosophies to support clients in reaching patient goals. • Effectively assessed the recreational needs of patients through a variety of physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and developmental needs.

Jacksonville, Florida

Responsible for 200 undergraduate college students as a teaching assistant for public administration courses. Attended lectures, transcribed notes, tracked attendance, proctored and graded exams, and entered student grades on the inter-campus communications system.

Evans

Provided assistance to residents with limited mobility by helping them with daily living responsibilities, personal hygiene habits, walking assistance, eating and transporting them in and out of bed and wheelchair. Planned activities to promote self-awareness and enhance motor skills.

Statesboro, Georgia

Statesboro, Georgia

Statesboro

Master'S Degree, Public Administration/ Nonprofit Management

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy