Stephany Baker Email & Phone Number

Fremont, Ca, Us

Stanford, California, United States

Fung Institute For Engineering Leadership

Developing and enabling the people of the Fung Institute, managing a portfolio of significant academic and professional education programs, formulating goals, developing strategic and tactical plans, policies, and procedures, and allocating directing program resources that maximize contributions to the mission of the Fung Institute for Engineering Leadership, the College of Engineering, and the University of California, Berkeley. 40% Strategy and DevelopmentDirects the Institute’s long-term strategic and short-term tactical planning. Collaborates with various leaders and stakeholders to identify new opportunities and develop and implement strategic plans for the FI. Outward-facing with a focus on developing campus and industry partnerships to further the Institute's goals. Working in collaboration with the Institute Advisory Board, Faculty Director, College Relations, faculty, and staff, the ED director is skilled at developing and maintaining a network of entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators that can assist in the development of programs and project opportunities, entrepreneurial knowledge, and funding. Responsible for designing and executing a long-term funding model that is flexible and ensures the Institute’s financial health. 35% Organizational Culture and Staff EngagementInspiring and leading a diverse, high performing team of cross-functional specialists necessary to accomplish the Institute's mission. This includes organizational design, people development, and creating the infrastructure necessary to do their best work. 25% Operational & Business ExcellenceResponsible for all aspects of the operations of the Fung Institute. Makes recommendations and implements decisions on issues that have a program-wide impact. Advises faculty on matters concerning several functional areas, departments,s and/or constituencies.

California

• Oversees and manages financial ($10M operations budget and $19M grants) and administrative affairs • Ensures that University, School, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, and department business standards and objectives are met. • Assist and advise the Division Chiefs on policy recommendations. • Ensures compliance in all functional areas (i.e., Finance, Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion, Research Administration, Clinical Administration, Facilities, Health & Safety, Education & Student Affairs, and Faculty Affairs) with applicable School, University, Federal, State, Local, agency, and Hospital/Clinic policies, procedures, and laws • Responsible for achieving the goals of both the Department and the Divisions through effective long-range planning, program development and administration-- including policy formulation, financial management, supervision of administrative staff, human resources management including health and safety compliance, and space and facilities management.

San Jose, Ca

• Served as an independent consultant for San Jose State University to assess the decline in retention, yield, and graduation rates of African-American/Black students on their campus. Provided an annual assessment to the Vice-President of Student Affairs at SJSU on academic programs, advising, and retention progress of minority students at their institution. •Provided overall campus climate assessment to the president’s office on central diversity disparities among students of color • Organized 4 community events each year to bring awareness and promote action in Black communities to increase parent involvement in k-12 academic success • Selected as a motivational speaker at middle schools and high schools to empower young people to strive for excellence • Severed as a liaison between faith-based communities and K-12 administrators to develop on-site student success centers at local churches.

Stanford, Ca

• Manager of the 5th largest undergraduate program at Stanford by setting strategic goals, making program policy decisions and identifying funding opportunities. • In the first year, decreased the program’s expenses by 25%, while the number of majors and support programs continued to increase. • Served in a leadership capacity to drive diversity in the program by developing programs that celebrated race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and religion • Oversaw program communications, marketing materials, and website enhancements • Hire, train, mentor, and manage 2 STS staff, 4 peer advisors, and 3-5 event volunteers • Represent the STS Program at school-wide meetings and off-campus conferences. • Attend and participate in curricular discussions and WASC assessment with STS Director and Faculty • Oversee program budget and manage annual budgeting process in consultation STS Director • Research grant opportunities, draft grant applications, and manage grants and other awards/gifts; • Network with staff at Stanford and at peer institutions to identify best practices for longevity and relevancy of interdisciplinary programs; specifically in science and technology • Create positive working relationships with individuals connected to the program, the greater Stanford community and external constituents by building teams and encouraging collaborations.

Stanford, Ca

Ensured department compliance with university policies and procedures related to funding, NCAA requirements, admission processes, curriculum standards, diversity initiatives, and honors’ curriculum • Organized programs and activities for majors and minors, including organizing career and writing workshops • Provided one-on-one pre-admission and pre-major advising to approximately 400-500 students each academic year • Managed planning and assessment of undergraduate and graduate programs. This included researching and preparing documentation for the department annual Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Assessment • Managed budget ($950K+) for graduate students and entered data in PeopleSoft Graduate Financial Systems (GFS) • Prepared graduate aid forecasting reports for next academic years for the Department Chair • Coordinated department events for Parent’s Weekend, Career Workshops, Welcome Receptions, Admit Weekend, and Major Night

San Jose, Ca

Events and Community Outreach/Special Projects with the President’s Office • Coordinated 8 Alumni Recruitment Receptions in various cities in California • Developed community partnerships for diversity support programs by reaching out to educational nonprofits and following-up with community representatives to develop academic support clinics in low economic areas. • Assisted with the development of recruitment materials, marketing plans, and special event slogans and/or “tag-lines”. • Managed the SJSU Tour Guide Program and supervised 15 Tour Guides • Developed and presented PowerPoint presentations to large groups of (50-1000+) on admissions requirements and academic programs (Various Audiences: students, parents, and guidance counselors) • Researched other colleges and universities “best practices” for recruitment and yield to maintain a competitive approach to higher education recruitment. • Coordinated over 40 university events each academic year for admissions and yield. Including the Admitted Student Receptions, which consisted of over 3,000-5,000 people. Operations - Enrollment and Academic Affairs• Served as the Division Manager for 12 departments including Student Outreach, Academic Advising, Admissions, Financial Aid, etc. and supervised 7 Administrative Assistants • Managed division human resources for 7 departments (facilitating job searches and payroll management) • Managed division budget: Salary (approximately $ 5.5 Million) and Operating (approximately $3 million). Successfully decreased the department’s deficit of -$100K to $0 in 1 year after hire by resetting department financial priorities. • Prepared quarterly budget reports, modifications, and presentations for management team.

Master Of Science - Ms, Organizational Leadership

B.A., Political Science, Criminal Justice