Partner and collaborate with leaders throughout the business to develop and implement diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies, programs, policies, and metrics that successfully engage, develop, retain and attract a diverse workforce, fostering inclusion and belonging throughout our business. In addition, assess potential barriers, develop business integrated strategies and objectives, and facilitate accountable plans and action at all levels of our field and corporate offices. Serves a member of the ADS Foundation Board of Directors where our mission is to inspire social equity for organization that develop clean water and recycling solutions available to the public. Our vision is to lead the way for organizations and communities in preserving clean water, promoting recycling and advancing quality of life through opportunities. We are passionate, transparent partners who believe in creating and sustaining positive social change through a circular economy. We love the work we do - it's rewarding to build communities and establish ongoing relationships with those who recognize the important role water and recycling have in quality of life.As head of corporate affairs, leads the strategy for employee volunteerism, employee recognition and and initiatives relating to purposed philanthropic support and engagement in our communities where we work, live and play. Collaborates with marketing to create internal and external company messaging and branding for our culture and DEI commitment and accountability.

Partner and collaborate with leaders throughout the business to develop and implement diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies, programs, policies, and metrics that successfully engage, develop, retain and attract a diverse workforce, fostering inclusion throughout our business. In addition, assess potential barriers, develop business integrated strategies and objectives, and facilitate accountable plans and action at all levels of our field and corporate offices. My Key Responsibilities:Partner and collaborate with the CAO, CEO, Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors to lead the strategy, design, and execution of ADS’ DE&I strategy.Establish and implement DE&I goals and objectives that are aligned with our company, operational, and talent management strategies.Develop strong, collaborative, internal partnerships and open lines of communication with cross-functional teams, to inform, engage and build momentum around ADS’ commitment to a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social responsibility at all levels within the company.Develop, promote, and integrate DE&I throughout our organization and operations through listening, partnership, engagement, and leadership.Research related external developments, opportunities, and trends to integrate into our plans.Align and integrate our DE&I objectives with our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies.Engage in community and philanthropy related activities, including an active role with The ADS Foundation, to being a strong partner in our communityProvide leadership to the established employee resource groups.Partner with our Sales and Procurement organizations in the assessment and design of growth strategies through XBE, MBE, DBE customers and suppliers.Manage our Affirmative Action Programs and oversee compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other application requirements.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) thought leader and strategist for the organization. Role and responsibilities include leading strategy, execution, and building out the infrastructure to support the strategy, and ensuring that the organization's commitment to inclusiveness and diversity are reflected in all of its internal and external policies, work, and practices. Closely collaborate with D&I practitioners and stakeholders of member organizations and companies to drive efforts forward. Build strategic external partnerships across the accounting profession.

Oversees the organization’s media relations including social media and all methods of marketing and advertising. Supervises the company’s market research, community relations and customer service. Sets up business processes and metrics to drive daily execution and enhancement • Analyzes the competition and reviews results of market research adjusting the company’s marketing strategy accordingly.

Responsible for providing strategic and thoughtful leadership for a team of 3 to manage Business Performance Excellence’s team Workforce Management WIN System. The team is responsible for creating and managing executive reports, scorecards, portfolio administration, intake & demand system, learning management system, monthly reporting, ROI and evaluation/measurements.

Led a team of 5 direct reports, providing thought leadership through the development, delivery, and evaluation of learning and enrichment programs for the organization.Drove operations leaders and associates to perform at full potential through continuous improvement and learning development initiative by guiding the team through the successful onboarding of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, a $2B strategic plan; revised participation agreements based upon customer feedback for unclaimed property damages.Placed a strong focus and effort to deliver exceptional customer service; recognized by the Nationwide Financial executive team for outstanding leadership, and for increasing the team’s agility to meet deadlines.

Led strategic planning for senior managers and leaders to assess and identify current and ongoing development opportunities, improving employee performance by providing strategic guidance for business needs.Achieved all performance objectives by delivering and facilitating education and development sessions, utilizing both classroom and distance learning technologies.Facilitated discussions for the administration of employee engagement and succession planning, effectively supporting the delivery team in the areas of career growth, development, and team structure.Partnered cross-functionally with multiple lines of business and department heads to deliver learning in the areas of organizational and personal communication, building stronger relationships, and diversity and inclusion.

Key member of the Executive Strategy Team, modeling leadership and performance competencies by conducting introspective work, seeking out new challenges, and championing new initiatives. Secured awards for community partnership leadership programs ranging from $5K to $80K, including negotiating and managing due diligence for the philanthropic contributions process.Spearheaded assigned education and training projects for the organization, applying analysis and design to develop a targeted training curriculum recommendation.Designed and executed an onboarding program for 150 employees in India, ensuring seamless assimilation to corporate workplace diversity, culture, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).Built individual and organizational development curriculum for 2,100+ employees in the global workforce, focused on customer service, leadership, quality, and continuous improvement.Conceptualized, launched, and managed the Chase Leadership Academy, a program built for high-potential high school and college students.Hi Partnered with multiple lines of business to promote the firm’s diversity and inclusion agenda, and represented the organization at corporate diversity forums across the enterprise.

Organized and customized programs to address community requirements and issues in specific fields of social services, and determined agency responsibility for administering programs. Collaborated with member agencies to avoid duplication of efforts and internally recommended curtailment, extension, modification or initiation of services. Prepared and released reports, studies, and publications to promote public understanding of community programs. Performed compliance reviews and monitoring of yearly operating budgets. Led and directed activities for 15-member staff in coordination of program curriculum, classroom instruction and supportive services to customers. Applied monitoring and site visits to evaluate effectiveness of services provided. Build and sustained cohesive relationships with surrounding organizations, funders, and businesses.

Managed and provided job preparation, barrier resolution and support services to diverse client base. Collaborated and partnered with local community agencies to place customers in gainful employment. Maintained client base of over 200 and determined ongoing eligibility for services. Assisted and partnered with job developers to achieve their placement targets by providing high potential client referrals.