Felicia Thomas Email & Phone Number

• Lead the People Operations team
• Manage the sub-functions that include talent acquisition, internal operations, human resources and staff experience
• Attract, support, develop, manage, and retain a high-performing people function team in a sustainable, equitable, and results-driven manner
• Directly manage the Partner, HR & Staff Experience and the Vice President, Talent
• Own org-wide priorities and goals connected to continuous alignment of org culture with TMC’s core values
• Set, and manage the execution of, a people function vision and strategy that directly supports and positively impacts organizational priorities, initiatives, and goals

Royal Oak, Michigan, United States

• Advised Catalyst Scholars from underrepresented backgrounds in the Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) Catalyst Program with the preparation of their law school applications
• Brainstormed, reviewed, and edited applicants' resumes, personal statements and optional essays
• Hosted workshops over the course of the program on Resumes, Letters of Recommendation, and Personal Statements
• Attended virtual law school admissions panels throughout the program

Greater Detroit Area

• Co-led DJC in implementation of its strategic vision and goals, building alignment across teams, initiatives, and staff
• Provided leadership in the development and implementation of strategic and operational planning, long-term goals, and organizational development
• Ensured alignment and prioritization of goals and activities in pursuit of DJC’s mission and strategic objectives
• With Senior Leadership Team, worked to enhance an active strategic thinking culture, regularly assessing emerging trends and changes in the landscape and developing adaptive, nimble strategies to address emerging issues
• Led the development and promotion of systems and strategies that support organizational health and sustainable growth
• Working with Co-ED and Leadership Team, built stronger systems aligned with our values

Detroit MI

• Teach a 3-credit upper elective course, Teaching Law in High School (DPSCD)
• Hold office hours, grade assignments and weekly response papers
• Review and advise students on weekly lesson plans, curriculum design
• Liaise with Neighborhood Legal Services and DPSCD instructors

Assistant Dean of Student Affairs & Director of Diversity Initiatives (March 2016 - present) Director of Student Affairs & Diversity Initiatives (May 2014 - March 2016) Created and coordinated all diversity initiatives and outreach for prospective and enrolled law students Conducted and coordinated Title IX training and diversity, equity and inclusion.

 Developed and conducted diversity programs, personal statement workshops and webinars Hired and trained student assistants on University policy and procedures (including confidentiality and handling sensitive data) Recruited, trained and supervised student admissions ambassadors Developed training and orientation materials for ambassadors and student.

 Assumed all duties of Assistant Dean of Students Assisted students with ADA accommodations and exam variances Advised students of academic regulations and degree requirements Served on Admissions, Readmissions, and Student Affairs committees, ex officio

 Developed and maintained educational workshops as part of academic support program Counseled students regarding academic and personal issues Drafted Career Services Public Interest Law Manual and Salary Negotiation Manual

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Ba, English, African & African American Studies