I'm a mission-driven program manager with over 15 years of experience in creating, driving, and scaling programs, operational processes, and events at social impact and international development organizations. I have a passion for improving employee and client experiences and delivering organizational impact, with expertise in designing experiential learning programs, building relationships with diverse stakeholders, and leading operations/people functions.As the Chief of Staff to the Managing Directors at Gagen MacDonald, I'm responsible for supporting and delivering the Managing Directors’ priorities both internally within the firm and externally with key clients and stakeholders. As a trusted advisor who works collaboratively with all levels of the firm, I drive action and impact across a wide range of initiatives related to new business development, firm governance and operations, and team engagement.Prior to Gagen MacDonald, I worked as the Senior Manager of People Operations at Dalberg Advisors, where I advanced the culture and operational processes at a fast-paced global consulting firm. I played an integral part in the development of our 5 Americas Regional offices by serving as a primary resource for a staff of 100+ people on our employee engagement initiatives, project staffing process, recruitment, and onboarding curriculum. As the Trips Program Director at The ONE Campaign, I developed the program strategy and end-to-end trip execution for 27 experiential learning trips to Africa hosting high-profile delegates including donors, politicians, and celebrities to cultivate advocates for ONE’s mission to eliminate extreme poverty in sub-Saharan Africa. I created ONE’s trips to be interactive by highlighting advocacy efforts through storytelling and personal connections and engaging with local experts, community leaders, government representatives, and NGOs working in development.I am interested in mission-driven organizations and opportunities. Feel free to reach out to me, and I look forward to connecting with you soon!
Listed skills include Research, International Relations, Public Relations, Event Planning, and 13 others.