As a member of the Human Resources leadership team, assist with talent management process, and lead performance review and career development plan processes using a human-centered approach and competency based system.Inspire and develop Cause-Driven Leaders for the Gateway YMCA association by helping staff navigate the Y Leadership Competency and Y Certification Models. Including hosting webinars and in-person workshops, review competency assessments and suggest training and projects in growth areas for individuals. Conduct career coaching and mentoring sessions with professional staff to encourage career development and lifelong learning.Oversee employee engagement and satisfaction strategy, including supervision of Staff Engagement & Leadership Development Manager. Work collaboratively with Staff Engagement Manager to analyze qualitative and quantitative data from Staff Surveys and facilitate action planning within Ys. Develop staff engagement retreats which include keynotes, continuous quality improvement sessions and recognition ceremonies.Oversee Association workplace compliance trainings and certification process including supervision of Training & Compliance Manager, and launch of new LMS system and integrated training modules.Deliver engaging trainings in Diversity & Inclusion, Empathy, Bias, Active Listening, Project Management, Leading Others, Leading Teams, Facilitation Skills, Volunteerism, Living Our Cause, Storytelling, Receiving Feedback, Time Management, Brand Management.

Inspire and develop Cause-Driven Leaders for the Gateway YMCA association and national Y Movement. Assist CEOs and staff navigate the Y Leadership Competency and Y Certification Models, including hosting webinars and in-person workshops, review competency assessments and suggest training and projects in growth areas for individuals. Manage Regional Training Center including the planning and implementation of training events to address professional development needs throughout service area to ensure Y training is affordable and accessible to all. Interview, evaluate and certify new facilitators through train-the-trainer program to deliver professional and department-specific training. Serve on the Illinois State Alliance, Illinois YPN Chapter 45, Missouri YPN Chapter 66 in various committee roles to ensure the support, engagement and development of YMCA staff across the midwest.

Responsible for all marketing campaigns and communication for 5 Y branches and 4 program sitesManaged multiple budget lines covering advertising, direct mail, community outreach and suppliesResponsible for project management of daily marketing requests, association-wide campaigns and web presenceSkills from all prior marketing roles include:Philanthropy, fundraising and brand-cause awarenessSocial mediaGraphic design & print productionDirect mailEmail marketing and web managementEvent PlanningProject managementSupervising and motivating teamsSupervising and recognizing volunteersEngaging teens and working with youth volunteersWriting, Editing, Photography

Coordinated national community outreach and promotional marketing programs for Walgreens Corporate Advertising DepartmentCultivated and maintained partnerships with non-profit and charitable institutions by organizing and attending national special events. Led large scale employee-volunteer campaigns. Managed corporate volunteers for Back -to-School parades, JDRF and Breast Cancer Network of Strength walks and fundraising campaigns. Coordinated national cause-marketing campaigns including the Walgreens Wellness bus tour, instore JDRF & American Cancer Society campaigns, breast cancer awareness and heart healthManaged advertising sponsorships with MLB, NFL, NHL teams and other institutions. Created promotional advertorial sections within 15 health and beauty magazines including Marie Claire, Women's Health, Elle and LatinaManaged assigned budget lines and maintained relationships with outside marketing agencies, vendors and printers

Fontbonne University, St. Louis, MO - Assistant Lacrosse Coach (2011)St. Josephs Academy, St. Louis, MO - JV Lacrosse Coach (2009, 2010)Vernon Hills High School, Vernon Hills, IL - Freshman/Sophomore Lacrosse Coach (2006-2008)Lacrosse America, Highland Park, IL - Director of Girls' Programs (2005-2006)Lacrosse America, Highland Park, IL - Coach & Referee (2000-2006)Truman State University, Kirksville, MO - Player/Coach and Captain (2003-2005)Specializes in team building and motivating individuals, teaching fundamentals and stick skills, shooting strategy and offensive drills. Programmed a 10 team indoor league with 90 players and supervised 5 referees. Coordinated 2007 and 2008 Illinois (IHSWLA) All-Star Games