The Empowered Bounty, Inc mission is to provide bountiful opportunities and resources that support and empower the holistic success of underserved and marginalized youth and adults to succeed holistically. Our work is fueled by our vision of empowering marginalized populations to maximize their full potential through supportive educational, professional and community resources. Our impact will be tailored to 4 focus areas: -Student Success Strategies and Interventions-Professional Development & Career Readiness-Mental Health & Self Care Awareness -Community & Public Service Impact Projects

Serve as the Special Events Planner and New Student Orientation leader. Facilitating, planning and implementing interactive and inclusive face to face orientation experiences for all new students.Serve and contribute to program development and management on the DEI "Equity Champions" and International Affairs organizations/committees on campus. Retain knowledge and professional commitment to student development and effective higher education administration practices.Collaborates and communicates with faculty and staff throughout the College to remain knowledgeable about programs and services and acts as a liaison with academic programs and services.Utilizes developmental, strength-based and learning-centered advising approaches to provide comprehensive, culturally responsive, proactive advising to students.Lead students in developing and navigating a guided pathway from entry to completion to include understanding the various academic transfer and professional/technical programs and degrees/diplomas certificates options the college offers.Collaborate with students by creating comprehensive customized educational plans to ensure their success; monitor academic performance, and guide students to successful completion of their graduation requirements.Assist students on academic warning, probation and suspension in identifying and understanding problems or concerns that affect academic achievement, provides appropriate interventions and supports achievement of academic success by referring students to institutional and/or community resources as appropriate.Engage with the development and delivery of program services, engagement opportunities that address academic persistence and completion and assist with outreach and retention activities.

Consistently demonstrate reliability, responsiveness and professionalism as ambassador of the district's first virtual academy. Champion schools DEI awareness initiatives. Collaborate with principals and HR executives to contribute to plans providing diverse and inclusive search pools for high qualifying educators for county's first and only virtual academy. Conduct detailed analytical evaluations to prepare related reports, presentations and recommendations to enhance teaching and management skills in first and second year teachers.Champion team and student scheduling, including 504, IEP and developmental placement for 300+ students quarterly. Oversee the release of media and public information, the maintenance of contact with various media relations, and the updates to social media on school updates and announcements. Champion creating annual curriculum boards, weekly lesson plans, quarterly benchmarks, and monthly assessments for 6th and 7th grade social studies according to NC Standards.Conduct detailed analytical evaluations and studies and to prepare related reports, presentations and recommendations for grade level improvement. Partner with community members in developing mentoring and advocacy resources for underserved students. Champion planning, budgeting, organizing, and facilitating school and athletic fundraising opportunities.Partner with district leaders and administration to assist in the implementation of new programs or enhancements to existing programs, and in operational analysis and recommendations for organizational structure.

Managed all aspects of daily business, including budget, personnel, customer service, and intradepartmental issues for the department division. Directly supported the Division Director by serving as a liaison on major projects and initiatives; managing oversight of assigned departments and functions.Established goals, objectives and performance targets, prepared and administered reviews of individual and department performance, facilitated and presented on training and development initiatives for division.Directly supervised assigned department staff, established goals, objectives and performance targets; prepared and administered reviews of individual and department performance.Reversed the reigning annual high-turnover rate and retained 100% of staff for 3+ years by developing and implementing a strategic plan for employee satisfaction and retainment.Lead agency DEI initiatives including professional development opportunities, book club engagement series, and collaborating with outside resources to secure quarterly symposiums and "Equity Coffee Talks". Managed and analyzed data reports for a multi-million dollar annual budget, including program efficiency, quality assessments and incentives, and revenue.Actively participated in the development of the departments strategic plans to achieve stated goals and tracking of accomplishments.Created the departments only onboarding and complete training manual, currently being used to onboard and train all new employees. Proactively monitored and evaluated the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assess and monitor workload in administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement; and assist with directing the implementation of changes.Interacted with Boards and Commissions, outside governmental agencies and nonprofits and other citizen groups relative to department goals, actions and activities.

Maintained a welcoming and inclusive learning environment through positive modeling, mentoring, fostering a culture of respect for all, and valuing the differences and contributions of all students and staff. Analyzed and developed budget estimates and monitored for budgetary compliance for the athletics department.Created annual curriculum, lesson plans, benchmarks, and assessments for 6th and 7th grade social studies according to NC Standards.Conducted detailed analytical evaluations and studies, and prepared related reports, presentations and recommendations for students and staff.Partnered with community members to develop mentoring, advocacy and resources for underserved students.Championed planning, organizing, and funding of school community events geared towards education and Title-One requirements.

Provided service and support to 500+ "at risk" youth of Durham, NC, through 4 TRIO programs housed within the agency.Analyzed a variety of complex administrative problems, made sound unpopular, unbiased recommendations for solutions and improved working procedures. Embraced high knowledge of municipal administration, legal and fiduciary responsibilities for non-profit organizations. Collaborated with community leaders to assess the job disparity and employment insecurities for underserved youth. Adapt to rapidly changing priorities and business environments, including the evolving role of constantly changing technological formats and real-time student and community expectations on multiple communication platforms.Championed all digital marketing and social media communications for the agency.Assisted with grant writing and secured 6-figure annual grants tailored to college preparedness for underserved, first generation college students. Practiced inductive reasoning to adapt policies, procedures and methods to fit unusual and complex situationsMonitored student academic success in DPSS, including performing regular school visits to assist with ensuring success.Championed data driven analysis, assessments, and evaluations for all program participants.

Championed all social media and summer outreach initiatives developing and promoting City of Salisbury, Parks and Recreation, and Human Resources events. Gained comprehensive knowledge of public management and organization theories, principles, practices and techniques at the local city level. Gained comprehensive knowledge of the organization, function and methods of operation of the City’s legislative, executive staff and operational departments. Implemented and established various youth and adult programs for City of Salisbury Parks and Recreation.Attended City Council meetings, and supported the City Manager as needed.Facilitated new hire onboarding orientation on employee engagement initiatives and the city intern program.Assisted with human resources procedures including payroll processing, exit interviews, retention initiatives, and customer service.Shadowed numerous city department daily functions and overall purpose including waste management, soil and water utilization, parks and recreation, police, fire, economic development, and human relations.