An education policy consulting firm specializing in change management to provide strategic planning that integrates an anti-oppression framework for organizations effected by diversity, equity, inclusion and Title IX issues. CLW Consulting, LLC provides education consulting services to promote change that matters in areas related to social policy, legislative impartiality, and political equity for marginalized populations; Participate in the creation and implementation of events; Serve as a strategist for effective community programming; Serve as leader to review legislation, remove barriers, and advocate for the development of policies that assist underserved populations; Deliver proactive, strategic direction to policy and advocacy goals; Solid decision-making skills using sound judgment to build constituent consensus; Provide advocacy assistance non-profit organizations, partner with government and local officials, and serve as a resource to develop best practices for effective implementation of policies, programs and initiatives; Develop relationships with key policymakers in order to influence the development of effective policy, legislation, and regulation of services to aid underserved populations; Attend meetings and serve as key stakeholder in the program development and assessment process

Strategic Planning & LeadershipEstablish and maintain partnerships with local officials, policymakers, professional organizations and advocate for the establishment of systems that support higher education opportunities for low-income, first-generation, minority students; Solid decision-making skills using sound judgment to build constituent consensus; Develop and maintain contacts and communication with key constituents to disseminate, clarify, and promote effective programming and implementation of services to promote access and retention of underserved students; Served as accreditation consultant and provided recommendations for reaccreditation to include the promotion of services to assist in the retention of underserved studentsEquity & Policy Strong knowledge of state and federal education policy, including areas that affect underserved students; Provide consultation and training on educational equity; Receive formal grievances, provide moderation for procedures, and serve as lead advocate for issues affecting students; Plan, coordinate, and monitor education policy developments and compliance requirements; Uphold responsibilities to ensure members of the community are aware of options, procedures, and protocols as new developments emerge; Provide guidance to faculty and staff for appropriate course of action and methods of advocacy regarding issues affecting students; Solid ability to interpret federal and state equal opportunity laws and higher education policy; Robust use of good judgment with ability to work under multiple deadlines; Oversee macro and micro levels of program development and policy compliance; Review policy, procedures, and practices to ensure compliance and regularly communicate changes and additional obligations to campus community; Provide statistical annual reports on number, nature, and disposition of issues affecting students and use the information to make recommendations for improvement

Strategic Planning & LeadershipEstablish and maintain partnerships for the establishment of systems that support higher education opportunities for low-income, first-generation, minority students; Joined office after more than a six year lull and launched a program that increased usage of services, partnerships, advocacy, and student development by 414% within first year; Provide leadership to an office serving approximately 2,000 first-generation undergraduate and graduate students; Solid decision-making skills using sound judgment to build constituent consensus; Build partnerships with non-profit, government, and corporate organizations to identify and recruit a diverse and talented pool of minority students for the workforceProgram Development Restructured, redesigned, and rebranded existence of office and reorganized programs and procedures to ensure the development of operative procedures, effective initiative implementation, and successful outcome measurements; Draft, edit, and review proposals for program development to reduce barriers to higher education for underserved students; Developed and manage mixed method research assessment to track and identify student learning outcomes; Manage special assessment program to help stakeholders track and report program results and outcomes; Serve as university’s appointed official for maintenance and tracking of student experiential learning outcomes; Conceive new program initiatives to enhance opportunities for student development and retention; Participate in the establishment of academic/career pathways supported by curriculum

Provided contributions to domestic policy meeting with senior officials from The White House and discussed partnerships for program development; Attended meeting on Capitol Hill with Senator Gillibrand to discuss collaborations for the Campus Accountability and Safety Act and discussed ways in which institutions could partner with the Senate to increase safety on campus; Enhanced problem-solving skills by exploring higher education policy and program development, in addition to learning effective strategies and appropriate courses of action; Explored state and federal policy and its effect on various areas of higher education reform; Established objectives and evaluated criteria related to education policy and areas of improvement within higher education; Enhanced leadership skills by collaborating and communicating with key leaders, stakeholders, university presidents, and external partners on topics related to education policy

Served as state representative for legislatives issues related to career development and advancement of underrepresented students; Attended meetings on Capitol Hill with key leaders and policymakers concerning legislation related to career development; Solid decision-making skills using sound judgment to build constituent consensus; Established communication link and working relationship with key members of Congress; Served as a leader to explore partnerships that support the re-authorization of Higher Education Act, Elementary & Secondary Education Act, and Perkins legislation; Recipient of 2015 Diversity Award for excellence in leadership and advocacy for underrepresented, marginalized populations.

Program DevelopmentJoined office during Great Recession of 2008 and launched program to assist students with degree completion and workforce preparation; Served as point of contact and provided assistance to diverse populations of underserved students; Designed and implemented workshops and events that connected students with employers; Solid decision-making skills using sound judgment to build constituent consensus; Assisted students in identifying career opportunities related to career interests; Worked with key faculty and staff to design programming that prepared students for the workforce; Evaluated, monitored, and reported on the utilization and effectiveness of programs and services; Designed, organized, and managed team’s operating budget; Participated in the review of vendors offering services to the Center Program ManagementDirected and maintained the cultivation of relationships with non-profit, corporate, and government organizations; Served as lead staff member in a decentralized academic environment and worked to develop and maintain relationships among fellow campus leaders; Managed and maintained development and implementation of all departmental programs; Oversaw employer leads research and sustained employer base of organizations seeking diverse population of students

Program ManagementParticipated in USDOL Federal Monitoring Review and was commended on the successful implementation of program and partnerships in the community; Solid decision-making skills using sound judgment to build constituent consensus; Provided guidance for appropriate course of action and methods of advocacy regarding issues affecting students; Solid ability to interpret federal and state equal opportunity laws and higher education policy; Robust use of good judgment with ability to work under multiple deadlines; Established strong partnerships with state higher education authorities, advocates for minority serving institutions, community groups; Worked collaboratively to actively manage and implement comprehensive advocacy efforts; Continuously built partnerships between workforce investment boards, educational systems, business & industryLeadership & Management Worked with culturally, economically, and socially diverse populations; Created statewide marketing materials to support opportunities for marginalized populations; Developed orientation sessions to build awareness of job outlook, salaries and educational opportunities for high demand jobs; Promoted the operation of immediate response and action to local, federal, and regulatory higher education priorities affecting students; Served as campus leader to remove barriers and advocate for the development of policies that assisted students; Provided leadership for outreach initiatives and presentations; Empowered students to develop endurance, motivation, and high levels of resiliency; Enhanced student’s academic morale, resiliency, and knowledge of high growth/high demand careers; Advised over 600 individuals and served as support system during difficult times of transition; Served on search committees for new hires and trained new staff to sustain programming resources statewide; Worked on various projects with staff members regarding access, affordability, and retention of students

Taught basic general education curiculum at an alternative school and assisted students with behavorial and mental health problems.

Appointed first Minority Fellow; Nominated by Vice-President to lead university strategic planning efforts regarding diversity and inclusion; Served on campus-wide Strategic Planning Steering Committee and chaired subcommittee that focused on building a culture of multiculturalism among the student body, faculty, and staff; Supervised, coached, and trained staff in customer service and campus resources; Provided guidance on appropriate course of action to aid in the access, affordability, and retention of underserved students; Robust use of good judgment with ability to work under multiple deadlines; Established partnerships with state higher education authorities, advocates, community groups, and associations; Worked collaboratively to actively manage and implement comprehensive advocacy efforts; Promoted the operation of immediate response and action to higher education issues affecting students; Served as campus leader to remove barriers and advocate for the development of policies that assisted underserved students; Created and facilitated a student leadership training program in addition to other campus wide activities; Guided student leaders in areas related to student development involving ethics, identity formation, and group dynamics; Provided administrative support in the collection of assessment information and other procedural processes; Produced various forms of assessment to measure impact of services and its connection to inclusive, holistic learning

Conducted case study on the behavior and impressions of first year students; Provided recommendations for academic solutions to improve student success; Advised students and served as campus liaison to promote retention and college success

Appointed Inaugural Peer Lecturer; Served as faculty member to instruct university’s academic integrity college-level courses for credit; Partnered with staff members to gather information and exchange views to ensure academic success of students; Served as a supportive team member to uphold University’s academic integrity policy; Developed lesson plans, and facilitated outreach programs to promote academic morale to reduce plagiarism

Designed curriculum and served as faculty member to instruct pre-collegiate courses that prepared first generation students for the academic year; Developed assessment and tracked student completion rates; Managed daily academic, housing, and behavioral circumstances; Strong supervision skills with exceptional ability to create holistic programming initiatives; Enforced policies, resolved conflicts, and facilitated peace negotiations; In absence, assumed leadership responsibility regarding policy violations, procedures, and dismissal of participants

Served as faculty member and instructed pre-collegiate courses to prepare first generation students for the academic year; Helped students develop academic confidence and integrity; Counseled stressful students and assisted with time management; Evaluated student outcomes and submitted grades for college credit

Provided supervision and encouraged effective communication skills among residents; Organized and planned educational events as a way to disseminate campus information; Strong supervision skills with exceptional ability to create holistic programming initiatives; Served as support system and assisted a diverse population of students after the 9/11 attack; Created, edited, and organized program proposals and managed annual program budget; Enforced residence hall policies, resolved conflicts, and facilitated peace negotiations

Led instruction for an accelerated academic program for gifted students living in urban neighborhoods; Designed topics for discussion based on fundamental academic skills for college preparation; Partnered with community leaders to assess and analyze student learning outcomes; Promoted the operation of immediate response and action to higher education issues affecting students of color; Served as leader to remove barriers and advocated for the development of policies that assisted students of color