WASILC is a Governor appointed advocacy, education, planning, and collaboration organization for the disability community. As the Executive Director I develop policy and procedures as federally mandated through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act (WIOA); Maintain extensive knowledge of federal and state laws and RCWs in relation to WASILC operations and programs; Provide disability advocacy and voice through participation in state workgroups, community forums, and presentations;… Show more WASILC is a Governor appointed advocacy, education, planning, and collaboration organization for the disability community. As the Executive Director I develop policy and procedures as federally mandated through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act (WIOA); Maintain extensive knowledge of federal and state laws and RCWs in relation to WASILC operations and programs; Provide disability advocacy and voice through participation in state workgroups, community forums, and presentations; Liaise with Education and Advocacy, Legislative, Membership and Youth subcommittees. Show less

Responsible for all aspects of internal operations for the organization and staff relations. Member of the executive team.

Provided customized consultant services to clients for new program management, business development, strategic planning, and executive coaching.Client List: ITAire, Innovative Services NW, Disaster Chaplaincy Services, and Council for the Homeless

Managed overall operations in finance and human resources ensuring effective and value-driven operations, including interviewing, selection, and hiring; training new and existing employees; planning, assigning, and directing work. In addition to conducting contract negotiations and management.

Strategic planning and development of a rapidly growing and fast-paced consulting firm specializing in the telecommunications industry. Development and implementation of human resource policies and procedures and strengthen internal fiscal controls. Worked with executive team to build business strategies.

Provide leadership, direction and strengthen internal infrastructure for the CFTH board and staff. Furthered the organization's mission by working with and developing new relationships with community partners. Implemented new systems to strengthen organizational infrastructure. Provide leadership and mentoring to existing staff members. Identified gaps in staffing needs and developed funding to fill specific needs. Worked closely with the executive board committee to strategically increase… Show more Provide leadership, direction and strengthen internal infrastructure for the CFTH board and staff. Furthered the organization's mission by working with and developing new relationships with community partners. Implemented new systems to strengthen organizational infrastructure. Provide leadership and mentoring to existing staff members. Identified gaps in staffing needs and developed funding to fill specific needs. Worked closely with the executive board committee to strategically increase board membership, training and focus. Lead board through strategic planning process that strengthened their relationships with community partners more effectively around the complex issue of homelessness. Liaise with community partners to develop short and long term planning for people who are at-risk and/or experiencing homelessness. Lead in the development of a community-wide ten-year plan to end homelessness. Facilitated the completion of the annual community $700K HUD grant. Show less