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Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Columbus, Ohio, Us

First hire for local launch of La Jornada, a well-being program for children seeking a better life• Developed and executed strategic plan for recruitment and partnerships• Trained foster parents and staff members• Led retention strategy• Led presentations for potential partners, which has included giving talks for churches and professional organizations• Led collaborative team-building and drove public relations for local program launch (in English and Spanish)

Strategic advisor on leadership development, employee engagement, grand strategy, and problem-solvingAchieving breakthroughs for HR Managers & SME Executives, with:1. Talent Strategy, Tools, & Training to assess, align, & accelerate your team2. Strategic purpose, planning, & execution for your Organization, Work Team, or SME to 'Build Back Better' in 20213. A Financial Health analysis and strategyWhich will allow you to:* Attract the right Talent, Optimize your Organization, and Develop your Leaders* Develop and Execute a Strategic Plan for your Team or Business* Stabilize your FinancesBy:* Leveraging Talent Strategies as a Certified Talent Optimization Consultant & Predictive Index Certified Partner* Developing Frameworks that ignite your leaders to think differently, accelerating goal achievement* Vision Mapping: Crafting a compelling vision* Discussing risks & roadblocks* Developing a Purpose-Driven Business Strategy with the right KPIs to drive your business* Providing guidance on how to make client proposals Clear, Concise, & Compelling* Using Budget Analysis & Management approaches to keep you afloatStrategic Approach to Talent includes working with you to:● Analyze business goals & objectives● MEASURE people data, ANALYZE within the business context, & PRESCRIBE solutions● IMPLEMENT strategic talent solutions, programs, & practices● HIRE the right people for your strategy, leveraging insights from people data● Design the right TEAMS that achieve desired strategic results● Drive important employee-focused initiatives such as career pathing, building & reinforcing organizational CULTURE, and day-to-day management & MOTIVATION of people & teams to OPTIMAL PRODUCTIVITY

Serving on the board of a non-profit designed to innovate and elevate services for the citizens of Flint, Michigan

Undivided is a nonprofit organization delivering and scaling innovative DEI programs focused on racial healing, solidarity, and justice• Analyzed team technology, data, and related processes then created and executed a plan to meet capacity at scale• Trained or coached team members, clients, and volunteers on various aspects of our work as needed -- sales, technology, data, process, strategic approaches, mindsets, etc.• Developed hub model growth strategy in partnership with Chief Strategy Officer• Enabled and co-managed sales team• Conducted in-depth review of CRM, marketing, donor, and LMS platforms to serve long-term needs• Successfully onboarded leadership and sales teams to Hubspot CRM, and customized platform

Certified facilitator. Facilitating discussions, cohorts, and workshops focused on racial solidarity and justice. (DEIB)

Boston, Massachusetts, Us

10-month fellowship. Consulted with a highly diverse school system in Washington state, primarily focused on strategic spending and organizational development while prioritizing systemic equity.• Designed consulting framework for jointly addressing capacity challenges and systemic equity, along with recommendations• Launched, completed, and delivered wage comp study of 12 districts• Designed and delivered conflict management recommendations for principals and PLC groups• Automated tracking system for funding requests, approvals, and analysis*Membership in a cohort of emerging leaders in the educational sector

London, England, Gb

Brought on for a specific project. Led a team of 5 consultants who conducted an operational sustainability assessment, identified brand benchmarks and best practices for impact measurement and communication, and presented recommendations for strategic alignment and implementation.• Managed a team of 5 consultants across 3 countries• Researched benchmark organizations to understand alternatives, the industry to better understand the sustainability landscape, and our client to understand opportunities and constraints of the consulting project• Analyzed and recommended KPIs, best practices, and tailored solutions to drive sustainability strategy, enabling the client to land a $2M investment• Suggested a compelling reporting narrative structure for sustainability reports and content across the client’s communication channels• Developed a framework and case for strategic alignment and integration, along with communication and implementation plans• Led delivery to the CEO and sustainability directorImpact Consulting is a management consultancy solving some of the biggest and most challenging problems faced by non-profit, social enterprise, and start-up organizations from around the world.

An MBA and Master's degree in International Relations. I focused my studies on Global Leadership and Strategic Consulting through the following:•Led performance-driven teams to execute and present 23 analytical projects•Courses in Executive Judgment, Global Leadership, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution, Diplomacy, Project Management, Business Model Innovation, Problem-solving, Strategic Cost Management, Competitive Growth Strategy, Nonmarket Strategy, International Strategy, Spanish & French languages, Design Thinking, Decision Modeling, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Forecasting, International Energy, Economic Development Theory, CSR, Ethics in Emerging Markets, and regional studies in the Middle East, European Union, China, Latin America, Africa, Russian Foreign Policy, and US Power Dynamics•Consulted with a global mining company on a $25M sustainable economic development plan in Ghana. This included interviewing government officials, local chiefs, company leaders, youth leaders, and other stakeholders in Accra and in the Akyem region of Ghana. (Business on the Frontlines)•Consulted on a strategic marketing plan for Stryker Corp’s medical and surgical equipment segment which included research, analysis, problem-solving, and presentation.•Consulted on a strategic plan to increase female enrollment with the Mendoza School of Business, which included research, analysis, problem-solving, and presentation. (Net Impact Service Corps)•Consulted on a restructuring plan for the recreation City of South Bend Parks & Recreation board, which included research, analysis, problem-solving, and presentation.•Selected to serve as Rapporteur for Harvard Kennedy School’s Transatlantic Conference in Segovia, Spain. Spearheaded a report that coalesced significant insights from the conference, currently pending Harvard's approval for publication. (Transatlantic Relations Initiative in Madrid)•Evaluated the suitability of a business for seed investment

Columbus, Ohio, Us

Advising Clients• Successfully advised over 350 clients using a consultative approach by actively listening, identifying needs and constraints, and analyzing alternativesProblem-solving and Analysis• Took initiative to rescue $1.8M in at-risk loans through strategic problem solving that involved structuring both challenges and possible solutions, analyzing financial data, and communicating effectively to advise both internal and external decision-makers• Solved a constant stream of problems across multiple concurrent projects• Worked remotely for a yearManaging People and Projects• Managed cross-functional stakeholders to drive multiple concurrent projects forward, producing over $45M in new business

Problem-solving and analysis• Drove strategic planning and created KPIs, resulting in clear priorities, quick performance improvement, and investor interestInnovation• Launched an innovative real estate tech venture to address a highly inefficient market, among 7% of applicants selected to join Ocean Accelerator in CincinnatiPeople and Project Management• Led customer insights and business development, rapidly adapting business model and approach to market demand• Successfully navigated constant strategic management challenges as an entrepreneurQuality Renters restores mutual trust between landlords and renters, building new marketplace tools that require transparency and ensure a smooth, hassle-free rental experience. We were selected from among 150 applicants to receive seed funding and join the inaugural OCEAN Accelerator Class of 2015.

Business Management• Managed P&L, reduced financial costs, and optimized revenues to grow net profit by 85%• Acquired and managed multi-family real estate properties

Boston, Ma, Us

Advising and Communicating with Customers• Helped customers feel more confident, navigate technical hurdles, and make clearer decisions• Identified revenue opportunities and converted over $14M in new potential assetsTechnical Problem-Solving• Communicated technical guidance for 1,700 customers and executed over $100k in trades per day Received Training• Best-in-class financial training• Facilitator training

Duluth, Ga, Us

Advising Clients• Facilitated goal-setting, and advised 83 clients on investment decisions, improving plan performance and becoming a trusted advisor• Successfully managed customer relationship life-cycleTraining and Development• Designed and facilitated onboarding process for new branch associates, serving as a trainer• Personally recruited and trained 3 associates• Designed and delivered financial training for 3 community organizations

Duluth, Ga, Us

Problem-solving and Analysis:• Analyzed budgets, needs, and constraints to identify and design appropriate solutions

• Successfully advised over 105 clients on critical loan decisions• Volunteered to help launch the company's real estate arm

• Sharpened accuracy and efficiency while managing logistics process for vital equipment needed in Operation Iraqi Freedom• AIT platoon leader

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Leadership | Consulting | Analytics

Executive Education, Public Narrative - Leadership, Storytelling, And Action

Master Of International Relations

Master’S Exchange Program, International Affairs

Bachelor Of Science, Organizational Leadership, Minor In Entrepreneurship

Business Excellence And Consulting Bootcamp

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