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Stow, Oh, Us

Stow, Ohio, United States

Lead the structure and instruction of non-traditional and course teaching for Computer Science and STEM coursework that engages a total of ~168 students, per semester, to participate and learn effectively. Organize programs of academic and technical instruction on Python programming, simple networking, computer components, web design, and Google Workforce applications. Deliver individual, small group, and cooperative learning instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities. ● Conduct data analysis to discover insights into student learning and needs by utilizing test scores and adapting the curriculum to address knowledge gaps.● During COVID, stepped up to assist teachers in leading technology-based learning to include syncing of ProgressBook and Google Classroom, Loom, how to make a google test and utilize Google Meet, how to use Elmo (a document cam) on computers, and share information to innovate distance learning.● Utilize STEM engineering to challenge students in a creative way. Designed balloon powered “soap box” cars from soapboxes, tested the design and made modifications, and then held a racing event. ● Collaborate with members of the District via Teacher-Based Teams to align curriculum within classrooms, and build a leadership team to unite administrators and teachers with the same common goal.

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Developed strategies to activate the enterprise learning portfolio in support of business needs and to drive impact for 12 Store Leads and 60 Store Operators. Accountable for the user’s learning journey and determining the best approach for facilitation of the learning experience by providing insight to the design teams. Managed program delivery for specific learning assets and ensured integration and collaboration across workstreams.● Enhanced store performance through the implementation of operational improvements that increased efficiency. Designed a new system to improve the pick/pay/pack workflow, enabling increased processing ability and sales for clients that included Costco and PetSmart.● Designed and implemented the Store Operator onboarding training program that included the establishment of a Train-the-Trainer program that utilized current employees to mentor new hires based on their personal strengths.● Member of the National Standards Team; Established Standards of Operations (SOP) for Google Express nationwide that was responsible for reviewing successful store operations and modeled training to enhance efficiency and productivity by leaning out processes.

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Defined the foundational rhythm of the business and scaled it to meet the needs of the growing company. Led the evolution and maturing of the company’s goal-setting by driving alignment on approach, process, and tooling. Partnered with the executive team to draft and cascade the overall company goals into a trackable roadmap of initiatives and accompanying metrics. Demonstrated innovation and agility with a focus on relationships while solving critical business and operational challenges.● Increased corporate clientele by over ~10% by utilizing foreign language and ethnic publications and campaigns.● Traveled internationally to Vietnam, Ukraine, and Taiwan to promote programs and build strategic partnerships with agents.

West Hollywood, California, United States

Led strategic projects and supported revenue growth opportunities as a key player in partner renewals and partnership management initiatives by driving analytics, structuring, implementing recommendations, and creating operational alignment across the organization. Owned the modeling and scenario analyses around annual business planning and long-range planning in collaboration with Finance.● Secured ~25 corporate sponsorship from domestic and international partners across 15 countries that included promoting events.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Delivered the overall vision, direction, and control of ~100 stores and five different brands, with a focus on growth, cost, and productivity, leading people, and delivering financial commitments. Modeled key leadership behaviors and ensured the highest levels of safety, quality, and service excellence for employees, clients, and consumers Implemented and maintained a corporate management agenda for both labor and food initiatives. Ensured value through efficient operations, appropriate cost controls, and profit management. ● Facilitated ~100 store openings and store closings throughout tenure, with an average of 10-days for each operation.● Onboarded 80-100 team members at each location through full-cycle recruitment, training and development, and performance management. ● Revamped a poorly performing store as a member of the Rehab Team over a six-month period. Led business turnarounds by addressing back-office operations, floor displays, customer service and engagement, and training. ● Recognized by the CEO, Mike Jefferies, as exceeding operational goals and modeling service standards as a member of the Rehab Team.

Master'S Degree, Management And Leadership

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