Lashondra Edwards Email & Phone Number

I am an experienced leader in Manufacturing Engineering with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology & services industry. I have a proven track record of effective supply chain and operations management — driving enterprise-level improvements, large-scale capital projects, and cost-saving implementations for large-scale organizations and startups alike. I am highly skilled in DMAIC, Medical Devices, Root Cause Analysis, Management, and Continuous Improvement with a Masters focused in Supply Chain & Engineering Management, from Clarkson University.I am also committed to creating meaningful impact while developing high-performing teams. Currently, I lead key, innovative Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) efforts in my role at Xylem, including: -- Supporting Maji, the African American Employee Network & Employee Resource Group.-- Acting as a “Reverse Mentor” pairing up with C-Suite and leadership team members to have transparent conversations about the organization and meeting in mastermind-style sessions to debrief on progress.-- Serving as University Champion for a new program with my alma mater North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University (an HCBU) to develop a deep relationship with the school and augment inclusive recruitment practices at Xylem.Professional Development is a high priority for me as well. Outside of work, I have taken leadership courses through Northwestern University, am a Six Sigma Black Belt, and currently dabbling more in the Finance world every day.SPECIALTIES:New Product Development & CommercializationTeam Operations & LeadershipStrategic Planning Capital Project ManagementProcess Creation & EnhancementContinuous Improvement InitiativesCross-functional LeadershipCost Center & Budget OwnershipContractor Oversight & ManagementDE&I Programs & Initiatives