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Chapel Hill, NC, US

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

• Conducted risk assessments and financial monitoring of sub-recipients of the federal Community Services Block Grant
• Developed a comprehensive policies and procedures manual for all fiscal operations of the Office of Economic Opportunity, including workflow visualizations
• Conducted financial data and policy analyses within the context of a performance management systems framework
• Researched and analyzed relevant state and federal statutes and regulations (including General Statutes, OMB Circulars, CFRs, NC Administrative Code, etc.) to ensure fiscal compliance
• Provided consulting and counseling services to nonprofit executive leadership teams regarding fiscal compliance, financial management, generally accepted accounting principles, and program evaluation

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Operated as a sole proprietor consultant providing management advisory services to executive leadership teams of healthcare and public sector organizations
• Facilitated strategic planning sessions with executive leadership teams
• Delivered project management training to groups of ~75 participants
• Provided analyses and guidance grounded in implementation science

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Founded this community based human services agency providing in-home personal care and companionship services to adults with disabilities and seniors
• Offered specialized services to adults experiencing the following: dementia, mental illness, traumatic brain injury, and quad/paraplegia
• Provided the only sliding scale option in the local market for individuals with lower incomes while also compensating caregivers in the top 90th percentile
• Received North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), Division of Health Service Regulation (DHSR) business home care license and served a four county area
• Oversaw all aspects of day-to-day operations including hiring, training, marketing/sales, clinical compliance, payroll, and finance
• Grew year-over-year revenue by 150% through targeted marketing

Raleigh, North Carolina

• Framed tasks and projects, including clarifying objectives and measures of success
• Established clear prioritized tasks and project deliverables
• Managed work toward completion of identified deliverables

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Reported to the Deputy State Superintendent and provided analyses and advice on issues related to public policy and strategic planning
• Communicated effectively with various levels of agency personnel, including the executive level
• Coordinated work with external partners involved in project work for the department
• Produced written products that informed and supported both broad organizational planning and project specific operation and delivery

Raleigh, North Carolina

• Coordinated statewide implementation of a federal grant (Race to the Top) spanning five years and totaling nearly $400 million aimed at reforming the entire public education enterprise
• Managed a multitude of project areas to achieve lofty policy objectives
• Completed monthly and annual reports on program performance and compliance for stakeholders at the local, state and federal levels
• Monitored government contracts and ensured delivery of timely and quality results
• Analyzed budget expenditures, reversions, and projections, and ensured prudent stewardship of public funding
• Provided technical training and development to stakeholders in the field through webinars and other forms of dynamic communication

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Provided extensive evidence-based policy prescriptions for the N.C. State Board of Education and the State Superintendent of N.C. Public Schools
• Conducted financial analyses for the N.C. General Assembly
• Designed research methodologies and administered quantitative public policy analyses on topics in education

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Utilized the database software "Advance" to provide statistical analysis
• Participated in a performance management system and consistently achieved benchmark goals
• Researched public records and compiled data sets relevant to the supervising office

Asheville, North Carolina Area

• Directed and administered the initial implementation of a new program, Eliada School of Trade Arts (ESTA), a residential technical college for former foster care youth ages 17-22
• Conducted program evaluations, student and faculty supervision, public relations, volunteer coordination, strategic planning, budget management, and revenue forecasting
• Taught college level life skills and character development courses using evidence-based training models

Asheville, North Carolina Area

• Ensured a safe, educational, and therapeutic milieu for students ages 8-13 with severe behavioral and emotional mental health diagnoses in a 6 bed psychiatric residential treatment facility (PRTF)
• Supervised four shift teams: two day shift teams and two night shift teams, each of which included two Residential Counselors and a RISE intern
• Directed crisis through the use of the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention model which included positive pre-escalation and de-escalation measures, as well as the use of physical restraints
• Guided residential counseling staff in thoroughly and effectively providing individualized treatment interventions through proper planning, guidance, and feedback
• Collaborated regularly with the Program Manager and implemented suggested feedback to ensure proper execution of crisis and treatment plans for each student

Asheville, North Carolina Area

• Ensured a safe and therapeutic milieu for male and female students ages 5 to 17 with severe behavioral and emotional mental health diagnoses in a psychiatric residential treatment facility (PRTF)
• Taught and reinforced life and coping skills through individualized treatment plans to contribute to the student’s successful return to traditional school and the community
• Participated in the creation and daily implementation of individualized treatment and crisis plans
• Completed required mental health, medical, and program documentation consistent with agency and MCO standards
• Conducted and presented a rigorous research project to senior management

Greater Chicago Area

• Assisted the campaign staff with data entry and political analysis
• Recruited and managed volunteers to canvass Dekalb and Dupage counties
• Supported efforts to grow a grassroots political movement and organization
• Contacted IL media outlets regarding press releases to increase public awareness and visibility of the candidate

Washington D.C.

• Conducted intensive legislative research and assisted the Congressman with foreign relations and economic policy issues
• Communicated with constituents regarding policy matters
• Prepared opening statements for congressional hearings including U.S. - Japan relations
• Held meetings with special interest groups and foreign dignitaries in high exposure settings

Master Of Public Administration (Mpa)

Activities and Societies: Pi Alpha Alpha National Honor Society for Public Affairs/Administration; Community Service Committee Chair of.

Graduate Certificate, Non-Profit Management

Graduate Certificate, Public Policy

Bachelor Of Arts, Cum Laude, Major: Political Science, Minor: Philosophy

Activities and Societies: Vice President of STAND: a student led anti-genocide political coalition; Co-Chair of Philosophy Department’s.