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Working to help identify opportunities to expand Empowered Cities project. Assisting in the development and presentation of webinars; contributing to briefs and guide sheets; providing support for National Convenings; researching; and identifying projects that can be expanded to the disability community.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

I am a self-employed Financial Empowerment Consultant/Contractor focused on advancing the integration of financial capability strategies into existing social service programs, the national Bank On movement and municipally-led financial empowerment efforts. Having led such efforts with Louisville Metro Government from 2009-2017, I have extensive experience in creating and leading financial empowerment initiatives and networks to transform the social service delivery system and increase… Show more I am a self-employed Financial Empowerment Consultant/Contractor focused on advancing the integration of financial capability strategies into existing social service programs, the national Bank On movement and municipally-led financial empowerment efforts. Having led such efforts with Louisville Metro Government from 2009-2017, I have extensive experience in creating and leading financial empowerment initiatives and networks to transform the social service delivery system and increase opportunities for financial advancement for families at risk. These initiatives include: The Community Financial Empowerment Certification and Training program; the Family Economic Success Network; Bank On Louisville; the Utility Empowerment Program (LIFT-UP), and LADDER (Louisville Alliance for Development through Diversity, Empowerment and Resources). Show less

Louisville, Kentucky, United States

Louisville, Kentucky Area

Humana Foundation Asset Security Grant - Initially worked during the planning phase to establish data tracking tools; quality standards for effective coaching; communication standards; and identifying resources. Now working as the interim project coordination, serving as the primary contact for project partners; data collection and reporting; group engagement activities and building a community of practice.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

Helped to define and establish an Agency Level Financial Empowerment Designation network.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

During my tenure I provided leadership over the Advocacy and Empowerment Division. Toward the end of my time with Louisville Metro Government, I was successful in changing the name of my division to the Office of Financial Empowerment. My team covered microenterprise development and support; coordination and provision of financial education for both the public and for nonprofit case managers; the Bank On Louisville initiative, the KYBankOn Network, the WATER project (pilot program partnering… Show more During my tenure I provided leadership over the Advocacy and Empowerment Division. Toward the end of my time with Louisville Metro Government, I was successful in changing the name of my division to the Office of Financial Empowerment. My team covered microenterprise development and support; coordination and provision of financial education for both the public and for nonprofit case managers; the Bank On Louisville initiative, the KYBankOn Network, the WATER project (pilot program partnering with the Louisville Water Company), the Workforce Development/Financial Empowerment Integration Collaborative, the Family Economic Success Network, and the Financial Empowerment Provider Network. I developed working relationships with CFED (Corporation for Enterprise Development), Credit Builders Alliance, National Disability Institute, and National League of Cities. And from 2012 until my leaving, I represented Mayor Greg Fischer on the Cities for Financial Empowerment coalition. Other programs coordinated by team members included the administration of funding and monitoring of 80+ nonprofits; the Office for Women and the Office for Aging and Disabled Citizens; and the RSVP team. Show less

Louisville Metro Area

Provided leadership for the Financial Empowerment/economic Development division of CSR. This team focused on convening partners around financial empowerment initiatives, providing financial education services and creating micro-business development opportunities.

Primary responsibilities were to manage administrative support services that included budget, grant applications, personnel, public information, regulatory compliance, strategic planning, and other operational activities. In addition, I provided leadership for Economic Success initiatives within our division - Bank On Louisville and the Family Economic Success Network.

The Office for Women, established in 1991, has a vision of creating an interconnected community of champions working to improve the status of all women by bringing individual community members and organizations who serve women together to enhance collaboration, communication and coordination. We know that building and strengthening relationships facilitates the dissemination of information, improves the understanding of needs and service gaps, and raises awareness of available… Show more The Office for Women, established in 1991, has a vision of creating an interconnected community of champions working to improve the status of all women by bringing individual community members and organizations who serve women together to enhance collaboration, communication and coordination. We know that building and strengthening relationships facilitates the dissemination of information, improves the understanding of needs and service gaps, and raises awareness of available resources.We recognize that this occurs in simple ways - over coffee or by gathering to discuss and learn more about important issues. Show less