As the Director of Equity and Community Empowerment, I play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of inclusivity and equity within the organization while driving meaningful change in the broader community. In this role, I oversee employee onboarding to ensure that every new team member, regardless of their background, feels welcome and supported from day one. I am driven to be instrumental in restructuring the company culture to reflect core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, implementing initiatives that create a workplace where all voices are heard and respected.

Designed, implemented, and managed educational programs that allowed students to create their own books and magazines.Ensured programming aligned with the company’s mission of promoting literacy and creativity in young readers.Created a curriculum that covered the entire book creation process, including brainstorming, writing, editing, layout design, and publication.Built and maintained relationships with schools, libraries, and community organizations to promote youth participation in the programs.Established metrics for program success, including student engagement, literacy development, and completed projects.Organized workshops, author talks, book fairs, and other events that engage youth in literacy and book creation.Coordinated student showcases where they can present their published books and magazines to peers, parents, and the community.Recruited, trained, and managed a team of program facilitators, volunteers, and coordinators.Developed and managed the division’s budget, including securing funding through grants, sponsorships, and donations.Worked with the marketing team to promote youth programming through digital platforms, newsletters, and community outreach.Developed promotional materials that highlighted program successes and student accomplishments.Ensured that programming is accessible to students of diverse backgrounds and promotes inclusivity.

Promoted diversity in the authors, genres, and subjects published.Implemented initiatives to ensure the inclusion of underrepresented voices and perspectives.Fostered relationships within the industry to enhance the company’s reputation.Identified and acquired promising manuscripts and projects in diverse genres.Worked closely with editors to ensure the quality of writing and editorial integrity.Oversaw the book production process, from editing to typesetting and cover design.Managed printing and binding processes for both paperback and hardcover formats.Collaborated with the marketing team to develop promotional strategies for books across genres.Built and maintained relationships with book reviewers, media, and influential figures in the industry.Coordinated with sales teams to ensure broad distribution to bookstores, online retailers, and libraries.Managed budgets for book acquisitions, production, marketing, and sales efforts.

The Chairman of the Employees of Color Affinity Group at the Public Health Institute is a dynamic leader committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization. This individual serves as a key advocate for employees of color, promoting their professional growth, representation, and wellbeing.Leadership & Advocacy: Lead the Affinity Group, providing vision and direction to support the unique needs and experiences of employees of color.Strategic Initiatives: Collaborated with senior leadership to develop and implement diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies that align with the mission of the Public Health Institute.Employee Support: Served as a resource and mentor for employees of color, helping to create pathways for professional development, career advancement, and leadership opportunities.Community Building: Facilitated open forums, workshops, and events that encourage dialogue around racial equity, inclusion, and the advancement of underrepresented groups.Partnerships: Work with external partners and stakeholders to advocate for policies and practices that address systemic inequalities in the workplace.Reporting & Accountability: Monitor and report on the progress of DEI initiatives, ensuring transparency and accountability to the broader organization.

Identified, built, and maintained relationships with key community stakeholders and partners (e.g., government agencies, non-profits, healthcare providers).Planned and facilitated discussions, workshops, and training sessions focused on public health topics.Worked with the program team to design and implement public health initiatives that reflect community needs and priorities.Assisted in the development of outreach materials, including presentations, brochures, and digital content.Collected and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data from engagement activities to inform program improvements.Provided training and technical assistance to community members, partners, and internal teams on effective engagement strategies.Prioritized health equity and social justice in all engagement and facilitation activities.

Monitored and ensured quality control by addressing delivery issues like missed or late deliveries, as well as customer complaints.Recruited, hired, and trained delivery staff (independent contractors or employees) to maintain proper staffing levels.Tracked and managed inventory of newspapers, ensuring the proper amount is available for distribution each day.Oversaw daily newspaper distribution across designated districts to ensure timely and accurate delivery.Managed delivery routes, including planning and optimizing routes for efficiency.Communicated with subscribers regarding delivery concerns, ensuring high customer satisfaction.Collaborated with sales and circulation departments to support growing subscription numbers and market penetration efforts.

Designed, implemented, and oversaw literacy programs targeting children and young adults.Ensured programs aligned with educational standards and best practices for literacy development.Built partnerships with community stakeholders, educators, and parents to foster participation and support.Organized outreach events, workshops, and presentations to raise awareness of literacy programs.Engaged with community leaders and advocates and secured funding and support for programs.Developed fundraising campaigns and events to support ongoing and future programming efforts.Developed financial plans and forecasts to support program sustainability.Contributed to policy development that supported youth literacy initiatives.

Served as 1st point of contact to the camp director: designed and coordinated camp programs and activities to meet the needs of diverse age groups.Developed daily schedules and ensured various recreational, educational, and enrichment activities.Acted as the main point of contact for parents or guardians, and provided regular updates, and addressed concerns.Recruited and assisted in hiring and training camp counselors and support staff.Developed and enforced rules and behavioral guidelines to create a positive camp environment.