Ebony Scurry C. Peace, Sphr, Gcdf-I Email & Phone Number

Silver Spring, MD, US

Directs programs and key initiatives that advance the mission and ensures organizational sustainability. Responsible for Organizational Leadership, Strategic Visioning, Operations, and Fiscal & Legal Oversight. Oversees the Chaplain of Engagement & Operations, Executive Assistant, and affiliated religious professionals.

• AWARDS
• 2021 Recipient of the Marjorie Bowens-Wheatley scholarship from the Unitarian Universalist Women’s Federation
• 2022 Winner of the Charles Billings Prize for Excellence in Preaching (Meadville Lombard Theological School)GUEST SPEAKER (Sunstone Chapel)
• 2022 The Call to Live into Your Calling preaching Tour
• 2023 Change as a Spiritual Practice preaching Tour
• Collaborated with other interfaith leaders on Pride Interfaith Service (June 15, 2021+2023 through the… Show more AWARDS

• DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, ACCESSIBILITY STRATEGIST
• Former Co-chair of the Diversity and Anti-Racism Transformation Team
• Received anti-racism training; member of Racial Justice Climate TeamTRAINING + RETREATS
• Led “Ingathering/Opening” and served as “Inspirational Closing Speaker” at 2019 Paint Branch Unitarian Universalist Women’s Retreat which involved physical movement to embody the sacred space, an inspirational talk.
• Led “Ingathering/Opening” and served as “Inspirational Closing Speaker” at 2019 Paint Branch Unitarian Universalist Women’s Retreat which involved physical movement to embody the sacred space, an inspirational talk.
• Denominational Affairs Chair

ORGANIZATIONSI help people and organizations thrive. I do this through my proprietary, sociologically informed Change Resilience Framework™ for thriving in the workplace and in life. College, Federal, or Progressive Organization looking to:(1) Live into your commitment to support an inclusive workplace culture(2) Inspire your college students to strive for.

Department Of Sociology, Anthropology, And Criminal Justice

• ADVISING + MENTORING
• Support, mentor, and teach Sociology students to be the next generation of inter-culturally competent and ethical critical thinkers
• Facilitates the practical and strategic application of sociology for personal and professional growthDESIGNING LEARNING + DELIVERING TRAINING
• Includes (1) teaching in their innovative “Early College/Dual Enrollment” program that provides Montgomery County public school students an opportunity to experience college… Show more ADVISING + MENTORING
• Includes (1) teaching in their innovative “Early College/Dual Enrollment” program that provides Montgomery County public school students an opportunity to experience college level courses, (2) in person classes on.
• Presented a well received workshop on teaching dual enrollment students during faculty spring conference Show less

Direct and oversee an interfaith organization that advances an inclusive, anti-racist and progressive perspective of diverse multicultural community ministry.Interfaith Multicultural Community Ministries (IMCM) is a diverse community of lay and ordained spiritual leaders, social justice activists, and faith-based practitioners. The mission is to inspire.

ADVISING + LEADERSHIPIncrease profitability, client satisfaction, legal compliance, and marketing strategy outcomes through human resources, contract oversight, and community outreach.

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

• EXECUTIVE STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
• Tapped to serve in an executive role responsible for providing strategic leadership to 240+ employees, taking the lead on employee HR policy, learning and development, performance management, benefits, wellness, and.
• Oversaw a team of three, including Employee Relations and Learning Director, Human Resources and Benefits Manager, and Human Resources Coordinator, in developing and executing a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with.
• Oversaw a team of three, including Employee Relations and Learning Director, Human Resources and Benefits Manager, and Human Resources Coordinator, in developing and executing a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with.
• Enforced policies, collaborating with Executive Vice President and General Counsel on escalated employee relations cases
• Approved staff sabbaticals, oversees budget, negotiates salaries, and supports equity, change, and belonging

• UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST VALUES, LAY SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP, FAITH-BASED MANAGEMENT
• Completed a 9-month, 20 hours a week supervised internship as part of a Master of Arts in Leadership Studies (MALS)
• Developed leadership skills for a pluralistic, multifaith, cross-cultural world, Demonstrated ethical discernment through course work and site supervision, Utilized the insights of leadership and organizational theory.
• Completed the Intercultural Development… Show more UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST VALUES, LAY SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP, FAITH-BASED MANAGEMENT
• Completed the Intercultural Development Inventory® and received one-on-one individual coaching on individual profile report which provided valuable information about personal mindset/skillset toward cultural difference.

Silver Spring, Maryland, United States

Served as the Chief Learning Officer to 3K+ federal employees at The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and liaison to department-level Training/Learning Officers. Spearheaded the planning, development, implementation, management, and delivery of training and development programs, courses, and materials, for NMFS management and staff..

• LEADERSHIP + STRATEGIC PLANNING
• Oversaw the achievement of the purpose of MCDA, Planed and presided at meetings, appointed chairpersons, collaborated and guided all MCDA committees, lead the planning of the annual MCDA conference as President

Silver Spring, Maryland

• SUPERVISORY EXCELLENCE
• Supervised 6-8 employees to include a Managing Team Leader, Natural Nail Technicians, Massage Therapists, Administrative Coordinator, and a Wellness & Personal Enrichment Instructor; provides oversight for two.
• Developed work plans, allocated resources, balanced work to ensure timely production of work and services to meet deadlines.
• Administered performance management discussions and formal reviews, counseled employees on conduct… Show more SUPERVISORY EXCELLENCE
• Administered performance management discussions and formal reviews, counseled employees on conduct and initiate disciplinary actions when necessary
• Developed and presented training programs, teambuilding activities, engagement and bonus-incentive programsDIRECTING & MANAGEMENT

Silver Spring

• WORKFORCE PLANNING & TALENT MANAGEMENT
• Served as sole Career Development services consultant, serving over five program areas
• Developed Individual Plan workbook and aligned leadership competencies to the initiative as part of the FSIS-wide Career Manual work group and Individual Development Plan work groupMEASURING AND EVALUATING
• Initiated and developed metrics document for the Leadership Potential Program listing information such as Acceptance Rate, Scoring, and EEO… Show more WORKFORCE PLANNING & TALENT MANAGEMENT
• Initiated and developed metrics document for the Leadership Potential Program listing information such as Acceptance Rate, Scoring, and EEO related demographicsMANAGING THE LEARNING FUNCTION & HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
• Managed, implemented, and evaluated a $305,000 USDA-FSIS foundational Leadership Potential Program (LPP) consisting of approximately 40 high performing employees between GS 9 – 13. Included contract management.

Annandale, VA

• COACHINGEducated, mentored, and advised students in the following14 courses: Public Speaking (COM305), Intercultural Relations (SOC321), Human Relations (SOC121), Principles of Human Resources (BUS110), Business Ethics.
• Awarded for receiving 5.98/6.0 Faculty Evaluation scores by students; October 2013 term for Intercultural Relations course
• Awarded as one of the top 10 out of 49 full and part-time faculty to receive the highest Faculty Evaluation scores by students; received 5.98/6.0 March 2011 term for Business Ethics course
• Designs, plans, evaluates, and revises classroom learning activities, lesson plans, materials, syllabus, and tests; ensuring design aligned with diverse student population, learning styles, proficiency levels, course.
• Participated in faculty education programs, meetings, and professional development
• Managed an effective learning environment by promptly responding students in a professional and timely manner, and submitting course grades on time. Ensured availability for interaction with student online and in-person

Bethesda, MD (Office Of The Director)

• LEADERSHIP
• Mentor in the Office of Human Resources Pathways Internship Program.
• Award-winner: Recognized by the NIH Director, Dr. Collins for outstanding achievements at the 2013 OD Honor Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, December 4, 2013, for work on a team that exceeded expectations in developing.
• Developed innovative solutions and implementation strategies while applying high-level change management theory… Show more LEADERSHIP
• Developed innovative solutions and implementation strategies while applying high-level change management theory for best resultsCONSULTING
• Consulting resulted in customized training and other employee related solutions that improved productivity and resource allocation MARKETING

Crystal City, VA

• COACHING
• Educated, mentored, and advised students in the following courses:o Graduate (Keller School of Management): Employment Law (HRM593), Managing Organizational Change (HRM587), and Strategic Staffing (HRM353), Human.
• A Leader in the use of the Advanced Technology Classroom (ACT); trained to leverage the advanced audio and visual… Show more COACHING
• A Leader in the use of the Advanced Technology Classroom (ACT); trained to leverage the advanced audio and visual capabilities to connect with other classes across the country. Includes the SMART Board which can.
• Designed, planned, evaluated, and revised classroom learning activities, lesson plans, materials, syllabus, and tests; ensuring design aligned with diverse student population, learning styles, proficiency levels.
• Operated the Learning Management System (LMS) to teach and interact with students, meet all reporting deadlines, and leverage technology for increased engagement

U.S. Patent And Trademark Office, Alexandria, VA

(Staffing consultation and Training support)STAFFING MANAGEMENT & EMPLOYMENTDESIGNING LEARNING & DELIVERING TRAINING

CAREER/WORKFORCE PLANNING & TALENT MANAGEMENTMEASURING AND EVALUATINGMANAGING THE LEARNING FUNCTION & HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENTCOACHING AND STRATEGIC MANAGEMENTFACILITATING ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE & KNOWLEDGEDESIGNING LEARNING & DELIVERING TRAININGRISK MANAGEMENT

Downtown Silver Spring

• STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
• CEO for 14 floor building; developed and oversaw the implementation of strategic goals, budget expectations, and cost savings initiatives. Appointed and supervised subcommittee chairs
• Oversaw operations, policy creation and implementation, and enforcing of unit owner obligationsFACILITATING ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE
• Successfully guided transition to new management company
• Increase successful communication by developing and moderating a Yahoo… Show more STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
• Increase successful communication by developing and moderating a Yahoo list-serve for Unit Owners and Residents. The initiative has since evolved into a websiteRISK MANAGEMENT

• IMPROVING HUMAN PERFORMANCE
• As part of a team, increased supervisory compliance with the agency-wide policy and resources for performance management guidance and training to management and employeesCAREER/WORKFORCE PLANNING AND EMPLOYMENT
• Led evaluation component of workforce planning study to identify and recommend strategies
• Developed outreach tools to educate employees on training opportunities MEASURING AND EVALUATING
• Received award for contribution in… Show more IMPROVING HUMAN PERFORMANCE
• Received award for contribution in planning, preparation, marketing, and employee survey question development. Tapped to analyze, organize, and interpret qualitative data MANAGING ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE

Beltsville, Maryland, United States

• EMPLOYEE AND LABOR RELATIONS, TOTAL REWARDS, RECRUITMENT
• Managed all direct functional support of local site operations (100 employees) including full cycle recruiting (for material handlers up to plant management), benefit coordination, policy, program and practice.
• Authorized drug screens, performed background & social security checks, edited and wrote articles for… Show more EMPLOYEE AND LABOR RELATIONS, TOTAL REWARDS, RECRUITMENT
• Authorized drug screens, performed background & social security checks, edited and wrote articles for newsletters, edited employee handbook with HR Director, revised and created forms Show less

• HUMAN RESOURCES + EMPLOYMENT LAW
• Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC
• VistaCare Hospice, Atlanta, GA
• Wiggins, Childs, Quinn & Pantazis P.C., Washington, DC
• Providence Hospital, Washington, DC

M.S., Organization Development & Strategic Human Resources

Activities and Societies: General Coursework: Adult learning principles, team development, conflict management, personal reflection.

Master Of Arts, Leadership Studies

2022 Recipient of the Charles Billings Prize for Excellence in Preaching Focused on (1) theory and practice of leadership in non-profit.

Phd Graduate Coursework (1 Academic Year), Organizational Leadership

PhD Graduate Coursework in Organizational Leadership Relevant Classes: History and Philosophy of Organizational (Theories of.

Phd (1 Semester), Sociology

Activities and Societies: Special Interest & Skill (Applied Sociology): Sociology of Work/Organizations, diversity in the workplace.

Ba, Sociology, Minor Law & Society

Activities and Societies: Fletcher Award Scholarship for academic excellence and high level of involvement in college community, President.

Diploma, General

Activities and Societies: Navy Junior ROTC (Operations Officer), Vietnamese Club, Quill and Scroll (literary/creative wriitng club)