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Denver, Colorado, United States

As “Chief Efficiency Officer”, developed systems of accountability, transparency, and support to ensure the $400K campus operating budget provided instructional and non-instructional resources necessary to deliver equitable and quality instruction to the diverse range of needs among students from historically disadvantaged backgrounds. - Examine, identify, and remove operational impediments that interfere with administrative, staff, and student success.- Manage with fidelity, the school’s budget and allocation of funds across a wide range of cultural and programmatic needs.- Develop and communicate emergency response and crisis management plan across a network of schools/shared campus leaders.- Solicit quantitative and qualitative feedback to design metrics for continuous improvement.

Denver, Colorado, United States

A member of the leadership team, tasked with developing and fulfilling the strategic vision for the organization through a thoughtful blend of systems that enhance the customer’s experience from point of sale to fulfillment of our custom, handmade skis and snowboards.- The connective tissue between sales, marketing, and production, resulting in processes designed to enhance CRM flow. - Use Google Suite of products to produce regular reports for month-to-month sales analysis and tracking orders.- Developed procedures and training systems for all operational aspects of sales and customer service and satisfaction.- Implemented inventory management cycles from tracking to procurement and reconciliation of all retail products.- Management of all communication as it relates to Meier’s CRM cycle.- Lead consultant and designer on the Norheim ski, released to the public in 2022.

Colorado Springs, Colorado Area

Responsible for all operational elements of teaching and learning, including the disbursement of funds to support professional growth, the design and implementation of faculty evaluations, and the review and assessment of all curricular and programmatic needs for PK-12 student learners.- Developed a COVID-19 online learning platform and schedule to suit the academic and emotional needs of students (PK - 12).- Coordinated school-wide hiring process with the HR department to fulfill annual vacancies and support full-cycle onboarding.- Controlled a $500,000 operational budget for all teaching and student program essentials.- Replaced an outdated system of faculty performance using Danielson’s Framework for Teaching. - Collaborated among three divisions to develop and assess international and domestic experiential education programs (PK-12).- Worked directly with faculty to begin the development of DEI programming and faculty support. - Collaborated with Divisions Heads to ensure successful implementation of R.U.L.E.R SEL programming in grades PK-12.- Selected to participate in the 2020 NAIS Strategy Lab to support the school’s ongoing strategic vision.

Greater Denver Area

AP of Operations ensures that day to day policies and procedures are clearly communicated and accessible to all stakeholders. Primary buckets of responsibility include budget management, asset protection and accountability, procurement, technology integration and support, facility management, emergency crisis and response planning, assessment leadership, and administration, and teacher training.

Stamford, Connecticut

The architect of Graduate Programming and Support (G.P.S.), a K-12 readiness program designed to increase high school and college graduation rates among historically disadvantaged students. The program began with the admission of students of promise from low-income households and prepared them for successful placement into competitive independent schools.- Facilitated a partnership with Columbia University, resulting in a comprehensive dashboard consisting of metrics used to develop “G.P.S” programming and assess its effectiveness on graduates from historically disadvantaged backgrounds.- Designed a comprehensive placement process for all families that lead to a 98% to 100% placement rate among students.- Provided support to ensure the successful implementation of Yale University’s R.U.L.E.R. SEL programming in all grades.- Reported weekly to the Head of School and CEO to analyze key performance indicators and assess programmatic outcomes.- Delivered weekly workshops on topics of admissions, financial aid, and placement to parents and alumni.- Organized and led monthly talks among local organizations and community leaders to promote school awareness.- Established the Marlene Lappotts Scholarship by raising $20,000 through Ironman competition in Boulder, CO.

Admissions & Financial Aid:- Surpassed enrollment expectations during a challenging economic climate with a matriculation rate of 90%.- Reduced school-wide attrition to 7% by implementing a school-wide strategic retention program. - Created a deliverable dashboard with historical performance metrics to assess mission alignment.- Successfully managed the disbursement of a $2.4M tuition assistance to support the school’s enrollment objectives.- Co-chaired the school’s Advancement Committee and Multi-cultural Task Force.Major Gifts & Stewardship:- Developed the School’s first strategic stewardship plan to lead all major gift operations for a $12M capital campaign.- Solicited major gift prospects exceeding $5K to $10K with a 90% yield on all targeted asks.- Managed and stewarded individual portfolios consisting of the top 25% of historical donors exceeding $250K+- Wrote grants seeking support exceeding $50K for strategic funding opportunities.- Developed a customized move management system (CRM) with the Director of Development through our Raiser’s Edge Database.

Danbury, Ct

- Managed all aspects of the enrollment process, resulting in a 10% growth each year.- Collaborated with the Financial Aid Director and Committee on the review and disbursement of need-based financial aid.- Led the marketing and communications team to redefine the school’s brand and place in the local community.- Featured on the Cover of Housatonic Business Digest as a knowledgeable resource in admissions and school advancement.

Master Of Education - Med, Educational Leadership

Studies included: Curriculum Development, Early Childhood and Adult Development, Educational Law, Establishing & Managing School Budgets.

Bs, Geology

Activities and Societies: Member of the Men's Varsity Lacrosse Team, Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity

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