Lead Kroger's diversity recruiting initiatives by collaborating with business units to create and execute distinctive diversity recruitment strategies.Support the relaunch and expansion of the New Beginnings second chance hiring program across Supply Chain/Manufacturing, building partnerships with community organizations and equipping stakeholders with inclusive hiring best practices. Manage Kroger's partnerships with various Neurodiversity and Disability organizations to uncover opportunities that link career paths and prospects.Partner with Kroger's Associate Resource Groups (ARGs) in organizing enterprise-wide virtual events during cultural awareness month celebrations to both spotlight diverse associates and attract/source diverse candidates for the company.These initiatives helped attract and vet thousands of diverse candidates across virtual events, significantly boosting Kroger’s diversity pipeline.

Instructed Social Media course, focusing on branding, communication strategies, goal alignment and managing workflow as social media managers; focusing on providing students with lectures, experimental learning, case studies and hands on projects to learn how to effectively use social media applications. Started https://www.ourtwistedbeautifuljourney.com/ as a complement to my teaching to to improve my management of social media platforms, analyzing traffic and insights to develop social media strategy and to grow audience and engagement.

Developed strategic initiatives targeting underrepresented, low-income, and first-generation students. Successfully implemented the Buckeye Church Partnership Program, collaborating with local church leaders and youth congregations to increase minority applications and enrollment.

Conducted Title VII investigations, ensuring university compliance with federal regulations, and worked closely with legal counsel to prepare detailed reports on discrimination and harassment cases.

Led multiple communication campaigns that strengthened the university's public image, increased engagement, and supported recruitment efforts. Managed media relations, produced targeted press releases, and ensured messaging consistency across platforms.https://at.olemiss.edu/um-dedicates-cross-cultural-center/https://families.olemiss.edu/um-dedicates-new-cross-cultural-center/http://hottytoddy.com/tag/misty-cowherd/http://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/news/news_070214.htmlhttps://news.olemiss.edu/author/mcowherd/page/3/

Managed a STEM support and retention program for underrepresented students, culminating in a published research article on diversity in STEM.