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New York, United States

New York, New York, United States

• Strategically manage and advance programs promoting independent living and self-advocacy for individuals with disabilities, aligning with CIDNY's mission for empowerment and access.
• Oversee operational processes and budget management to improve benefits advisement and service delivery, prioritizing person-centered approaches to meet diverse consumer needs.
• Lead community engagement and advocacy initiatives to promote disability rights and societal inclusion, fostering partnerships with stakeholders and policymakers.
• Implement and refine impact measurement tools to assess program effectiveness and quality, driving continuous improvement and data-driven innovation.
• Champion DEI initiatives, ensuring programs are inclusive and accessible to all individuals.
• Respond to RFPs and author grants to secure funding, aiming to expand CIDNY's budget and extend the reach and impact of its programs.

• Directed a team of over 600 employees across 18 locations, achieving consistently high performance and operational excellence for youth programming.
• Established performance benchmarks and monitored program quality, resulting in positive evaluations from funders and stakeholders.
• Instituted operational enhancements to increase efficiency and expedite service delivery.
• Led organizational change initiatives, fostering a culture of accountability and enhancing value alignment.
• Promoted DEI by implementing inclusive hiring practices and creating a supportive work environment for a diverse team.
• Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to align efforts and optimize resource utilization.

Brooklyn/Queens, NY

• Amplified program participation by 35% in eight middle school programs, innovating strategic initiatives and enhancing learning environments for participants.
• Managed budget-compliant procurement, maintaining operational efficacy and monitoring program performance to ensure effective service delivery and outcomes.
• Championed social and community service programs, increasing awareness and securing additional funding.
• Worked across departments to integrate services and maximize impact.
• Ensured compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Scholars' Academy

• Boosted program participation by 33% post-launch via strategic engagement and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Championed social and community service programs, increasing awareness and securing additional funding.
• Monitored program performance to ensure effective service delivery and outcomes.
• Advocated for DEI in program design and execution, ensuring equitable access and participation.
• Worked across departments to integrate services and maximize impact.

Walt Whitman I.S. 246

• Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
• Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
• Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
• Cultivated partnerships with parents and faculty to bolster student achievement.
• Promoted an inclusive learning environment, addressing diverse student needs.

Prospect Park YMCA

• Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
• Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
• Conducted risk assessments to safeguard program integrity and participant safety.
• Provided developmental leadership to staff, nurturing a culture of high performance and teamwork.

Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd): Abd, Organizational Leadership, 3.73

Coursework completed, opted out of completing a dissertation to fulfill the requirements for a PhD.

Master Of Science (Ms), Nonprofit Management, 3.917

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Children And Youth Studies