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United States

United States

Leads high-profile initiatives with C-suite; e.g. launched a Collective Impact Network in 20 days, securing founding member sign-on from major sector players like Gates Foundation, REDF, ETS, & Jobcase. Manages team of 6; within first 3 months clarified job descriptions, created swimlanes, established a process for yearly & monthly priority setting; reports to Chief Impact & Strategy Officer.

I led the relaunch of the Education Quality Outcomes Standards (EQOS) organization, whose mission is to build tech-enabled products that make evaluating postsecondary credentials (e.g. degrees, certifications) easier for employers, policymakers, and funders. My leadership oversaw operations, reporting structures, budget allocation, and external partnerships, successfully demonstrating project viability and securing $2.1M in funding.

Oversaw the development and enhancement of the Information Security Management System and Security Awareness Program. Organized and executed internal and external audits to ensure compliance with SOC II and ISO 27001 standards.

Operationalized, hired, trained, and led a team of 12+ to launch a new statewide web-based software, building all standard operating procedures and collaborating with key stakeholders, including ACS, DOE, and DSS, throughout the software development lifecycle. Developed a technical assistance help desk, supervised personnel, conducted QA, built a virtual interactive training curriculum, and trained a team of trainers to reach over 9,000 end users.

Geneva, Switzerland

I led the complete overhaul of our visibility strategy, crafted comprehensive guidelines for external communications, and established accountability measures to improve project timelines. I cultivated genuine relationships with our partners to improve collaboration and developed a data collection tool to quantify their impact which helped us generate more engaging content and expand our online presence. Additionally, I distilled complex mental health and human rights issues into powerful… Show more I led the complete overhaul of our visibility strategy, crafted comprehensive guidelines for external communications, and established accountability measures to improve project timelines. I cultivated genuine relationships with our partners to improve collaboration and developed a data collection tool to quantify their impact which helped us generate more engaging content and expand our online presence. Additionally, I distilled complex mental health and human rights issues into powerful, accessible narratives, ensuring our message resonated and drove impact. Show less

New York, New York, United States

As a freelance professional, I launched my own business and service offering packages including comprehensive services in project management, communications, and administrative support to a range of clients. Oversaw the coordination and execution of various initiatives, such as virtual events, programmatic initiatives, and the cultivation of POVs for varying organizations. I crafted press releases, managed the process for the creation of annual impact reports, managed social media campaigns… Show more As a freelance professional, I launched my own business and service offering packages including comprehensive services in project management, communications, and administrative support to a range of clients. Oversaw the coordination and execution of various initiatives, such as virtual events, programmatic initiatives, and the cultivation of POVs for varying organizations. I crafted press releases, managed the process for the creation of annual impact reports, managed social media campaigns, and developed internal communication strategies for small businesses and startups. Show less

New York City Metropolitan Area

I produced a comprehensive 43-page analytical report on human rights trends (UNGA75), significantly enhancing its design and themes from previous years. I led the data collection process for the High-Level Week of UNGA75, ensuring the relevancy of key humanitarian, social, and cultural themes. Additionally, I wrote extensively on country-specific conflicts and human rights abuses, facilitated communication between teams, and produced daily detailed reports of Third Committee debates.

Greater New York City Area

I led a team to produce a comprehensive 35-page analytical report on human rights trends (UNGA74), covering topics such as the 2030 SDGs, climate change, sanctions, civil and political rights, and women's human rights, while enhancing the report with visual elements and a gender analysis component. I analyzed diverse human rights information, managed a database to track Member States' positions on controversial issues, and supervised the work of contributor. Additionally, I supported… Show more I led a team to produce a comprehensive 35-page analytical report on human rights trends (UNGA74), covering topics such as the 2030 SDGs, climate change, sanctions, civil and political rights, and women's human rights, while enhancing the report with visual elements and a gender analysis component. I analyzed diverse human rights information, managed a database to track Member States' positions on controversial issues, and supervised the work of contributor. Additionally, I supported intergovernmental human rights processes by facilitating information sharing between New York and Geneva, drafting detailed daily reports, and tracking resolutions impacting OHCHR and its special procedures and treaty bodies. Show less

Geneva Area, Switzerland

Geneva Area, Switzerland

Albany, Ny

Albany, New York Area

I managed multiple grant-funded projects, establishing a streamlined system for distributing over $125,000, which improved reporting and secured additional funding. Built relationships with state representatives to advocate for policies and funding, recruited community members and NGOs for advocacy events, and designed impactful campaigns to combat the opioid epidemic. I authored persuasive legislative proposals and policy papers for the Executive Director, led policy calls with board members… Show more I managed multiple grant-funded projects, establishing a streamlined system for distributing over $125,000, which improved reporting and secured additional funding. Built relationships with state representatives to advocate for policies and funding, recruited community members and NGOs for advocacy events, and designed impactful campaigns to combat the opioid epidemic. I authored persuasive legislative proposals and policy papers for the Executive Director, led policy calls with board members, and boosted our online following through evidence-based advocacy. Show less

Albany, New York Area

Glenmont, Ny

Glenmont Ny

Albany, New York Area

​​Managed a portfolio exceeding 200 client accounts, valued at over $12 million in revenue. Collaborated with 20+ team members to meet deadlines for new product development while transitioning from IMS software to SAP. Facilitated the inception of new products and adeptly managed their production across disparate manufacturing systems.

Publications: "Cyberbullying or Normal Game Play? Impact of age, gender, and experience on cyberbullying in multi - player online gaming environments : Perceptions from one gaming forum"(Nov 2014) Proceedings of the Conference for Information Systems Applied Research."The Social Side of CS: Engaging Undergraduate Computer Science Students in the IRB Process for Research Investigating Cyberbullying in Online Multi-Player Gaming Environments"(2015) Consortium for Computing Sciences… Show more Publications: "Cyberbullying or Normal Game Play? Impact of age, gender, and experience on cyberbullying in multi - player online gaming environments : Perceptions from one gaming forum"(Nov 2014) Proceedings of the Conference for Information Systems Applied Research."The Social Side of CS: Engaging Undergraduate Computer Science Students in the IRB Process for Research Investigating Cyberbullying in Online Multi-Player Gaming Environments"(2015) Consortium for Computing Sciences in Colleges Northeastern Conference (CCSCNE). Show less

Certification

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa

Certificate In Public Sector Management

Education record

Bachelor'S Degree