Generate revenue to support the organization's programs and operations in the U.S. and abroad. Lead strategic planning processes, outlining short-term outcomes and long-term impact of the organization. Enabled board member and volunteers to succeed in contributing their time, talent, and treasure to achieve the organization's mission. Develop college/university students to be translational leaders and prepare them for an international internship experience in developing countries.- Cultivate relationships with corporate and foundation program officers, securing grants and developing strategic relationships to launch new programs- Implement program evaluation tools and methodologies (e.g., theory of change, logic models, etc.), setting goals in collaboration with strategic advisor, board members, and volunteers- Manage all grants received and funds disbursed to partner sites in Kenya and South Africa, keeping track of expenses and preparing reports for board and foundation review- Collaborate with leaders of chapters at colleges/universities to recruit new leaders and retain existing ones, and produce effective on-campus special events

- Assist first-year Liberal Studies Core curriculum students as they determine their majors and register for class - Deliver high-quality programs that promote the leadership capacities of Liberal Studies students and give them the chance to serve the NYC community - Co-lead diversity and inclusion initiatives that create a vibrant Liberal Studies community and establish a culture of belonging - Serve as the liaison to the Silver School of Social Work, playing a key role in helping transition from Liberal Studies to this major

- Develop and implement inbound and outbound marketing strategies to promote MSU's freshman seminars abroad (FSA) initiative. - Manage the annual recruitment and selection of more than 120 students who wish to participate in one of the six FSA programs offered through MSU. - Partner with faculty and staff to design learning outcomes, syllabi and activities and experiences that support the FSA initiatives programmatic goals. - Analyze the impact of the FSA initiative in regard to the program's intended goals and in regard to students' academic and social well-being.- Analyze qualitative and quantitative data in accordance with the Multi-Racial Unity Living Experience-Intercultural Aide (mruleICA) program's assessment plan. - Produce semi-annual assessment reports and presentations for program leaders, university administrators and other campus partners. - Design weekly training and education development sessions/workshops for 76 student employees who serve as intercultural leaders in the residence halls.

- Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data in accordance with a program-specific assessment plan. - Produced semi-annual assessment reports and presentations for program leaders, university administrators and other campus partners. - Designed weekly training and education development sessions/workshops for 76 student employees who served as intercultural leaders in the residence halls.

Supported the president and chief strategist of this boutique consulting firm. Assisted clients with setting strategies and action plans. Contributed to initial planning of a capital campaign and other revenue development and diversification activities. Generated new business with prospective clients in the Midwest region. - Conducted market research and due diligence to inform client strategies and revenue diversification and development plans. - Benchmarked client standing in comparison to peer organizations undertaking similar plans and projects. - Guided clients through the development of strategic communication materials regarding new initiatives.

Developed and implemented the organization’s foundation fundraising strategy. Solicited and stewarded all grants from private foundations. Wrote and prepared all grant proposals and reports within or before prescribed deadlines. Evaluated and reported on achievement of program outcomes and impact. - Convened a series of strategic meetings with philanthropic leaders, foundation program officers, and ChicagoCAC staff to provide updates on the status of a $5M jointly funded, multi-year initiative. - Managed multiple deadlines, raised $1.2 million for FY14 (July 1, 2013–June 30, 2014) and secured $500,000 for FY15 (July 1, 2014–June 30, 2015). - Increased the rate at which the organization was awarded grants from 42.5% to 57%. - Developed and refined grant-related business processes, outlining workflows to build new funding pipelines and articulating procedures to move grant proposals through various levels within the organization. - Established grants-related key progress indicators and designed monthly dashboards illustrating whether the organization was making progress toward its revenue and performance goals.

Connected Chicagoland tech firms with emerging and diverse entry-level tech talent through corporate sponsorships. Firmly established the account management function in the organization. Organized four major conferences and events each year. Aided in the development of an integrated, annual fund development plan. Created communication materials (e.g., media relations, newsletters, social media) and effectively corresponded with internal and external stakeholders.- Cultivated meaningful relationships with more than 70 corporate sponsors, increasing corporate engagement, upselling sponsorships, and deepening hiring commitments for diverse, entry-level tech talent. - Produced four (4) conferences and events each year, attracting 125–400 people per event and generating over $400,000 in gross revenue. - Advised daily operations of the organization’s newly-created digital marketing social enterprise, articulating the value for and managing relationships with 10–15 corporate clients.

· Monitor income and expenditures of biannual study abroad program to South Africa, reconciling budget upon return · Handle logistical and in-country travel plans for students, faculty, and staff · Facilitate roundtable discussions and conduct weekly academic seminars in absence of program director

Developed relationships with senior management to meet the needs and address the concerns of CTA riders. Represented the CTA at various meetings, fairs, and other events throughout the city, building rapport with individuals and communities. Nurtured relationships with elected officials to ensure the agency continued to serve the city as best as possible.- Wrote successful $2.3 million grant approved by the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), serving as principal author and project manager for the application process- Organized a series of townhall meetings to explore the CTA's efficacy with community leaders, residents, and organizations- Corresponded with elected officials, community leaders, and residents regarding the CTA's programs, projects, and partnerships

· Drafted internal reports and recommendations for working groups regarding affordable housing and retail development · Led collateral distribution efforts and identified ways to thank supporters of the inaugural Hyde Park Jazz Festival · Organized townhall meetings regarding university-student relations and recorded comments from students and administrators · Acted as secretary at working group meetings: taking notes and following up with all people regarding agreed upon responsibilitiesCoordinator, Diversity Marketing & Multicultural Affairs September 2007 ­ June 2008

· Organized first-ever Student Diversity Conference, identifying funding and overseeing all conference committees and logistics · Developed online student profile campaign to highlight demographic diversity · Presented diversity marketing report to Dean of Students, comparing our institution to similarly-ranked institutions · Developed a strategic plan for diversity and created a timeline for action · Established the Diversity Dialogues Program, an experiential and dialectic learning program for current students

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