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• Launched a systemic equity consultancy firm partnering with organizations to drive diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), workforce development, leadership development, and change management. Analyzes existing.
• Consults with major clients, including SharkNinja, Microsoft Philanthropies, Tillamook Creamery, Oregon Youth Authority, and Business Oregon.
• Develops bespoke strategies that facilitate systemic change and transform how employees approach business and communications.
• Devises highly customized solutions encompassing training, employee relations, and communications to refine DEI strategies and achieve long-term results.
• Collaborates with key stakeholders to identify goals and objectives, expand DEI capacity through targeted initiatives, and maximize engagement and accountability within the organization.
• Translates core objectives into actionable plans and partners with leadership to facilitate execution.

Portland, OR, US

• Taught a graduate level course in Nonprofit as a Social Enterprise to Master of Business Administration (MBA) students. Created a robust curriculum focused on transforming how nonprofits are perceived, addressing.
• Presented concepts in a relatable and accessible manner to drive actionable results.
• Initiated thought-provoking conversations to approach topics from multiple viewpoints and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems.
• Conducted formal and informal assessments to measure student performance and concept mastery; leveraged data to tailor content and reinforce understanding.

Portland, Oregon, US

• Turned around an underperforming nonprofit organization and secured new funding sources to expand impact. Implemented effective business structures for management, accounting, auditing, and other functions resulting in.
• Grew revenue from $650K to $2.2M within three years and obtained the first federal/state contract.
• Appointed by the Governor to the Oregon Workforce Talent Development Board due to exceptional leadership, innovation, and performance.
• Served as Executive Director of Dress for Success Seattle (DFSS) from 2017 to 2019 while simultaneously managing DFSO; transformed DFSS business operations, fostered effective partnerships, and increased donor.
• Assisted DFSS in separating from the YWCA Seattle to once again become a free-standing agency; led change management initiatives and provided remote consulting to revamp
• Elevated the visibility and perception of the organization within the community through engaging marketing and consistent messaging; educated residents about available programs and services to empower women.

• Anchored nightly newscasts presenting complex stories and information in an easily understood manner. Prepared assignments under tight deadlines and quickly adapted to changing priorities. Maintained a high level of.
• Collaborated with professional resources, community groups, and associations to gather information, highlight diverse perspectives, and stay abreast of current events.
• Developed a weekly community affairs TV magazine show and posted web stories.

• Spearheaded the day-to-day operations of a multi-million-dollar foundation providing legal services for nonprofit organizations. Forged partnerships with the Ford Foundation and the Soros Foundation to fund grant.
• Designed fair and equitable processes to evaluate grant applications, award funding, track impact, and generate annual reports regarding programmatic work.
• Presented program to members of parliament in London, England, and trained international delegations on how to effectively fund legal services within their countries.
• Directed all HR functions including purchasing healthcare and liability insurance and conducting auditing to meet compliance requirements.
• Led the creation of a foundation website and online portal for grantees to submit program updates.

Washington, DC, US

• Educated senators and congressional representatives on legal services and the NLADA’s mission to overcome governmental regulations limiting access to federal funding. Developed and implemented training programs for.
• Initiated a key partnership with the Department of Justice leading to $5M in additional funding for legal services.
• Developed and implemented a comprehensive communication plan to increase engagement and connect members with federal funding opportunities that is still being used today.

Juris Doctor

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Philosophy