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Baltimore, MD, US

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

- Facilitate engaging training sessions to drive Thread volunteer recruitment & retention- Collaborate with Learning & Development team to enable engaging learning experiences through the creation of high-quality content, materials, and facilitation

- Develop and execute a comprehensive learning strategy aligned with organizational goals, incorporating input from key stakeholders and ensuring alignment with department objectives- Design multimodal training programs using adult learning principles and best practices in instructional design, including online courses, workshops, and accessibility checks.

Remote

Developed workshop series outline and supplemental interactive workbooks for 40+ education administrators in Ireland and the U.S.A. to bridge cultural understanding of global DEI approaches.

Remote

Create inclusive workplaces in various industries (tech, healthcare, finance, education) by operationalizing DEI strategy implementation and workforce development via assessment, training, and eLearning programs, generating $2.3 million in revenue

Create inclusive workplaces in various industries (tech, healthcare, finance, education) by operationalizing DEI strategy implementation and workforce development via assessment, training, and eLearning programs, generating $2.3 million in revenue

Develop curriculum and content for Abroad360° training & learning modules- A series of short and engaging microlearning modules that provide diverse and underrepresented students with culturally relevant and identity-specific information to enhance learning and support their success while pursuing education abroad.

Mid-Atlantic

Built relationships with universities in the Mid-Atlantic region, growing general partnerships by 30% in 2 years and growing partnerships with underrepresented institutions (HBCUs, MSIs, community colleges) by 200% in 2 years, doubling revenue to $3 million

Used strengths-based advising, data-informed insights, and DEI best practices to increase global mobility from underrepresented groups (students of color, STEM students, LGBTQIA+ students) by 30% in 3 years.

Columbia, South Carolina Area

Trained faculty to successfully market, recruit, manage risk for, and implement faculty-led programs; Collected and analyzed data and reported enrollment trend insights to University Leadership

Austin, Texas Area

Develop, support, and implement special projects assigned by the Dean of Students, McCombs School of Business, and International Office

Yongin, South Korea

Developed English language lesson plans and content for 3rd-6th graders and adult learners

Facilitate coaching programs for professional leaders in Jewish Day Schools, nationwide

Masters, Higher Education Administration

Bachelor Of Arts, European Cultural Studies & German Language And Literature

Studied German culture and language, earned credit for Sociology and History courses taught at German institutions with German instruction.