Inspired Child provides arts education, technology education, and artist development programs infused with anti-oppression strategies. Inspired Child Programs are designed to develop creativity, inner strength, and leadership in our children and build capacity in our communities to overcome the barriers of institutionalized oppression. Inspired Child strives to create an authentic sense of community among the many incredible and talented POC, LGBTA, and Ally artist and scientist here in Seattle and facilitate the transference of craft from those who are experienced to those who are inspired to learn. Inspired Child programming is a vehicle for social change and community empowerment. Inspired Child programs have been contracted/funded by Seattle Parks and Recreation, Seattle Public Libraries, YMCA, Powerful Schools, Seattle Department of Neighborhoods, Seattle Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs, 4Culture, Shoreline Community College, Edmonds Community College, and Poets & Writers. Inspired Child Core Programs & Projects: The Children’s Open Mic, Love, Power, and Purpose Summer Program, Inspired Technology Skills and Media Education Program (IT’s ME program) and the Artist Collective Project.Secured and managed contracts, grants and budgets for programs development and implementationWorked with local communities to assess, design and implement arts and technology programs for youth and adults in underserved populations.Recruitment, training, leadership development, and supervision of subcontracted teaching artist, staff, and volunteers from underserved communities.Developed and implemented outreach strategies to inform and engage community members, stakeholders & community partners.Developed and orchestrated public presentations to varying audiences including; community members, City staff, elected officials, and funding programs.

Abacus Consulting and Service offers contract services in the areas of equity and belonging, strategic planning, organizational development, program development, curriculum development, program management, project management, public relations and marketing, educator/facilitator, personal coaching, software development, branding, graphic design, web programming, digital photography, and grant writing.

Oversees the company’s daily practice of Equity and Belonging. Collaboratively crafts pathways for every employee to own, innovate, and support the equity and belonging journey for all employees. Specializes in working with communities and organizations to develop programs, practices and cultural competencies that create accessible and diverse environments where people feel they belong and are supported to excel.

The mission of NW Tap Connection is to train, inspire, and nurture young dancers towards artistic excellence, to perform works by emerging and master choreographers, and to bring the art of dance to multi-cultural and generational audiences through dance instruction, innovative community partnerships, and participation in local festivals, cultural events, and arts in education programs both locally and nationally.Directed marketing campaigns toward three key outcomes: enrollment, scholarship fund, and parent empowerment/engagement.Graphic Design of print and digital flyers, posters, and programs for All Events & AdvertisementsGrant writing Design and Send weekly “Constant Contact” emails to parents, program supporters and community partnersManage Parent Volunteers who update website, Facebook, and twitter via weekly check-insCreate Brown paper ticket profile for all shows and order pre-printed tickets for presale

I’ve work intimately and collaboratively with every program and department in the organization to identify web & training needs and to coordinate information and website updates. We craft lasting solutions that promote the highest level of independence to programs, honors our equity and inclusion mission and provides superior service to our clients. My duties include strategic and day-to-day management of all organizational websites and event registration, infrastructure, operations, content, projects, supervision of web contractors, reports, and staff development trainings. I am responsible for instituting standards and best practices for web development, web maintenance and staff training. I have worked on the Equity in Inclusion Committee, Access Committee and African American Affinity Group.

• Facilitated courses in the area of web design, graphic design, robotics, video development to elementary and middle school aged students.• Designed web design, video game, and graphic design curriculums for middle school aged students.• Designed and facilitated curriculum and professional development trainings for Technology Access Foundation Teaching Staff• Adobe Youth Voice Training : Video Editing with Premiere, Photo editing with Photoshop elements, Audio editing with Sound Booth

Assisted the Collective (A volunteer-run organization) in project development, project management, and volunteer coordination.Developed the programs in consultation with the community; Presented information to youth, families, & community groups Developed and designed all marketing materials including Flyers, Posters, Print and digital advertisementsWorked with the Department of Neighborhoods extensively to assist the Watoto Circle community members in understanding and complying with City of Seattle policies, regulations, and contractual agreements for their $15,000 DON grant.Developed a Constant Contact email template and sent weekly program information to participating familiesMaintained a Facebook page

Staff advisor for the Computer Science Club and the Student of Color Caucus.Worked with teachers and students to design, generate content for, create and maintain the Nova school website usingDreamweaver, Photoshop, iMovie, and Illustrator.Responds to computer systems service requests; acts as a first level problem identification and resolution resource regarding computer systems equipment, including answering questions, providing advice, troubleshooting and following-up with customers in solving their computer system equipment problems; maintains customer call records.Use of operating systems and software applications; hardware and peripherals; customer service techniques and principlesInstall, re-install and upgrade operating systems, software applications and computer equipment, including peripherals.Provides technical support to staff, students and other computer users; serves as a technical resource to assigned system users;reviews requests to determine most efficient methods of meeting user needs.

LADIES FIRST is a MONTHLY show case of women's creativity and talent.CARA promotes a broad agenda for liberation and social justice while prioritizing anti-rape work as the center of our organizing. We use community organizing, critical dialogue, and collective action as tools to build safe, peaceful, and sustainable communities. www.cara-seattle.orgAssisted the Ladies First Collective Project in project development, and volunteer coordination.Organized community meetings with key stakeholder and community partners to develop the grant.Grant writing: Awarded $12,000 grant from The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods for“The Ladies First Project” in 2009Artist Outreach, development, Contracts and Booking and PaymentsGenerated web based Project reports: tracking participation, sponsor development, volunteer outreach, expenses, and revenue.Developed and designed all web and print advertising materialsMaintained the Ladies First list serve, Facebook and Myspace pages

Supported people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Responsibilities included teaching daily living skills, facilitating community outings and on-site activities, as well as other self-care.

Rainier Community Center, Late Night Program Responsible for organization and leadership of activities for youth. Programs included arts and crafts, SAT preparation, and computer lab activities. Other duties included reception, data entry, and administrative tasks.