Expertise in managing teams, streamlining processes, and leading special projects to enhance efficiency. Designed and implemented an intake system to assess and categorize technical assistance needs for over 2,400 communities. Provided strategic guidance to four Lead Technical Assistance Providers on the Community Change Grants, ensuring alignment with program objectives. Delivered award-winning grant writing technical assistance to a community, resulting in a $12M funding award. Skilled in contract management, team leadership, and optimizing operational workflows to meet organizational goals. Leadership in Technical Assistance Strategy: Developed and customized robust technical assistance programs to address the diverse challenges and goals of community applicants, maintaining data integrity and ensuring a streamlined, efficient approach to program management.Executive Community Support & Engagement: Provide top-level strategic guidance for community support and engagement throughout the grant application journey. By cultivating strong, trust-based relationships with stakeholders, I ensure a deep understanding of community challenges, enabling solutions that are impactful and sustainable.Strategic Capacity Building & Empowerment: I support high-impact capacity-building initiatives within our team, focusing on equipping staff with the insights and knowledge necessary to effectively assist communities in their environmental and climate justice projects. Complex Problem-Solving & Stakeholder Leadership: Navigate complex projects and environmental justice issues, including inequity and pollution, by collaborating with diverse stakeholders. My leadership drives strategic solutions and systemic change across high-impact initiatives.Business Development Leadership: Contribute significantly to EnDyna's growth and impact by advancing business development efforts. I support strategic growth initiatives that broaden the organization’s reach and effectiveness.

Oversee the intake processes for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Community Change Grants Technical Assistance Program applicants and provide swift and effective support to the team.Ensure seamless communication and coordination among all stakeholders, requiring quick turnarounds and prompt attention to urgent matters.Ensuring efficient and thorough assessments of all incoming TA requests, coordinating intake appointments to discuss applicant readiness, and liaising with internal teams to facilitate a smooth intake for applicants based on their initial readiness level.Manage escalated inquiries from the EPA and the community, support the leadership team with urgent research and community engagement, and handle communication between teams, the community, leadership, and the EPA.This role demands strong organizational skills, empathy, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and applicants.

Consultant to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights. Provide comprehensive support and Technical Assistance to community-based organizations throughout grant application process, Program and Project Development, Grant Writing Review, and Specialized Technical Assistance for the US EPA Community Change Grants Program.

To nurture and elevate Black and Latino youth, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and connections needed to thrive in their academic and professional journeys. We do this by fostering a sense of shared purpose and belonging and by connecting them to industry leaders for guidance and mentorship.

Partnership Development Manager - Regional U.S. at Operation WarmIdentify and cultivate partner relationships to expand reach and help as many children in need as possible. connecting those that need help to those that can help.

Helping better people’s health and well-being through technology. www.piecestech.comConnecting nonprofits with Health Systems using technology. Creating pipelines of referrals and improving collective impact.Community Outreach Specialist, Colorado, Illinois, Florida, and Texas.

Creating opportunities for Adults and Young Adults with diverse backgrounds. Connecting Businesses through Subsidized Work Experience and On the Job Training Texas State employer and job seeker initiatives through the Texas Workforce Commission.Help with hiring needs for employers. Job Fairs, Job Posting, Recruiting...

Built strong client relationships through effective communication, understanding their financial goals, and offering suitable investment solutions.

Create meaningful workforce opportunities and empower underserved communities to seek out access to education, training, and employment. Collaborated with community partners, employers, and government agencies to develop targeted programs that address skill gaps and promote economic empowerment.

Empower parents through targeted workshops and resources, fostering stronger family engagement in education and community involvement. Collaborated with schools, community organizations, and local leaders to develop initiatives that provided parents with tools to advocate for their children's education and well-being.

Empowered members to adopt and sustain healthy lifestyle choices. Collaborated with healthcare professionals, fitness experts, and nutritionists to develop evidence-based programs that equipped members with practical tools for achieving their wellness goals.

Educated the community on health programs and Medicaid, conducting workshops and informational sessions to increase awareness and understanding. Collaborated with local healthcare providers and social services agencies to ensure community members had access to accurate information and resources for enrolling in Medicaid and other health programs.

Directed Community Health Outreach initiatives, focusing on underserved communities, to promote awareness, education, and access to vital healthcare resources at the YMCAs. Collaborated with local clinics, nonprofits, and community leaders to organize health fairs, workshops, and screenings, resulting in improved health knowledge and increased utilization of available services.

Executed culturally sensitive health outreach initiatives tailored to the Hispanic community, facilitating education, access, and engagement. Collaborated with bilingual healthcare professionals and community leaders to organize events, workshops, and materials in Spanish, effectively addressing health disparities and promoting wellness within the community.

Created and implemented targeted outreach programs aimed at educating Hispanic parents about YMCA's educational opportunities for their children. Collaborated with local schools, community centers, and Hispanic organizations to host workshops and informational sessions, effectively connecting parents with resources that support their children's growth and development through YMCA programs.