Tina Wong Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Bronx, New York, Us

I collaborate with staff across all levels of our global organization to lead and implement strategic DEI programs and initiatives that foster a culture of belonging and advance equity in our processes and practices. As a trusted advisor and business partner, I shape and drive the WCS DEI strategy, ensuring we remain focused on our mission of saving wildlife and wild places worldwide through science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature.A key focus of my role is supporting WCS’s Employee Resource Group (ERG) program. I provide strategic guidance and resources to ERG leaders, empowering them to strengthen internal community engagement and enhance their impact on business operations. By aligning ERG planning, budgeting, and programming with DEI objectives, I help build an inclusive culture where all employees feel valued and heard.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / TRAINING:- Basic Mediation Training, by New York Peace Institute (05/2024)- Racial Justice at Work Virtual Summit by The Winters Group (04/2024)

I support purpose-driven organizations in creating transformative systems change grounded in sustainability (Environmental conservation, Economic vitality, social/racial Equity, and human dignity.) I partner with leaders to navigate organizational change and shifts in culture and practice to arrive at their definition of success. I value building community, changing with intentionality and practicing compassionate leadership.Highlight of Offerings: * Change Management Strategies * Strategic Planning + Implementation * Theory of Change * Holistic Program Design * Executive / Leadership and Team Coaching * Racial Equity, Social Justice and Education for Sustainability (EfS): Curriculum, Concepts, Values & Practices CURRENT / PAST CLIENTS AND PARTNERSHIPS (selected list):- National Farm to School Network- Shelburne Farms, Institute for Sustainable Schools- Edible Schoolyards NYC- American Public Gardens Association- Sustainable Jersey - Washington's National Park Fund- Environmental Education Advisory CouncilSPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS / MEDIA:- Panelist at 2022-2023 Northeast Farm to School Institute: “Equitable and Inclusive Community Engagement & Partnerships” (6/2022)- Co-Presenter at the 2021 North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) Annual Conference: “Local Actions, Global Impacts: Connecting UN’s SDGs to Youth Voice and Advocacy in My Neighborhood” (10/2021)- Co-Presenter at 2021 NJ Sustainability Summit: “Challenging Implicit Bias: Exploring the Way Forward" (05/2021)PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / TRAINING:- Embodied Social Justice Certification, by Transformative Change (2023)- Transformative Leadership in Education for Sustainability Program, by Shelburne Farms (2020)

Oakland, Ca, Us

Partnered with staff and volunteers from across national departments and statewide chapters in co-creating their equity cultural transformation journey. In partnership with equity teams and leaders, conducted assessments, engaged in learning (unlearning) and developed, implemented, and supported meaningful change plans via coaching, select training, advising, and facilitation. Provided thought leadership and guided strategic planning and implementation on organizational-wide initiatives grounded in equity and inclusion to work towards Sierra Club's vision and mission, in alignment with the strategic framework.SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS / MEDIA: - Presenter, Panelist + Co-Facilitator at SC's 2023 Grassroots Network Gathering & Training (03/2023)- Panelist on internal film screening of “Manzanar, Diverted: When Water Becomes Dust” (10/2022)PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / TRAINING:- Equitable Systems Design for Restorative Justice, by National Center on Restorative Justice (2023)- Facing Race Conference, by Race Forward (2022)- Managing for Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Results, by The Management Center (2022)- Managing to Change the World, by The Management Center (2022)

Reston, Va, Us

Led transformational culture and environmental changes at a public elementary school and in the local community. Established and operationalized sustainable programs and practices. Created a shared vision, inspired engagement, and built consensus, while ensuring measurable goals and outcomes were achieved. Cultivated partnerships to build capacity to sustain work within the community. Strategized with leadership on change processes and designed and facilitated staff professional development / training.DEIJ Steering Committee Member & Leader- Co-Led DEIJ Communications Subcommittee - managed internal Comms, including monthly National DEIJ Newsletter; managed and curated DEIJ intranet - Co-Led DEIJ Engagement & Learning Subcommittee - Analyzed Employee Engagement Assessment data to identify patterns and trends; recommended solutions and identified opportunities for learning - Member of the Senior Management Team and functioned as advisor, consulting with CEO and Executive Team on key issues and strategic planning and implementation.SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS / ACCOMPLISHMENTS:- Co-Presenter at NWF Women in Conservation Leadership Summit: "History of Conservation" (03/2018)- Presenter at NYC Department of Education's Advanced Sustainability Training: "Marketing & Funding My Next Green Project" (05/2016); "Storytelling in Grant Writing" (05/2017)PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / TRAINING:- Facilitative Leadership for Social Change Training, by Interaction Institute for Social Change (2019) - Building Racial Equity, by Race Forward (2019)- Google New Manager / NWF Leadership Program Training (2018)- Advancing Racial Justice in Organizations Workshop, by Race Forward / Interaction Institute for Social Change (2018)- Theory of Change Training, by Impact by Design (2018)- EfS Leadership Academy, by Shelburne Farms (2017)- 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Training Program, by Franklin Covey (2016)

Facilitated transition of a NYC public school to a Magnet 'themed' school with a focus on environmental stewardship through a federally funded, school reform program to create equity in education. Integrated new processes and embedded themes into the school's curriculum, practices and overall culture. Established external partnerships to support and sustain change. Designed, planned and implemented green events, programs and initiatives. Cultivated an interest and led new opportunity in sustainable science and technology through an innovative hydroponics farming program. SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS / MEDIA / ACCOMPLISHMENTS:- Workshop Presenter at NYC Department of Education's Sustainability Summit: "A Classroom & Schoolyard Farming Program" (7/2015)- Speaker at Grow to Learn: Teacher Training Garden Tour (04/2015)- Speaker at Battery Urban Farm: Teacher Training Workshop (12/2014)- Member of the Green STEM Advisory Board for National Wildlife Federation, NYC Eco-Schools- Session Presenter at Green Schools National Conference: Deeper Learning About our Food and Food Systems (03/2014)- Speaker at The Horticultural Society of New York: Joy of Vegetables (06/2013)- Presenter at the Harlem Green Economy Forum hosted by Manhattan Community Board 10 (06/2013)PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:- Farm to Institution Summit at UMass Amherst (2015)- Soil Farming Teacher Training Course, Battery Urban Farm (2013)- Hydroponic Certification, Boswyck Farm (2013)- Green Schools National Conference (2013, 2014 - speaker)- "Water, Energy & Waste Workshop: Integrating Themes of Sustainability into Your Classroom," ASPDP (2012)- "Education for Sustainability Summer Design Studio," The Cloud Institute (2011)

New York, Ny, Us

Coordinated and executed on various Office of CEO projects and initiatives at a change management consulting firm. Cultivated and managed relationships with internal business unit leaders and external c-suite clients. Liaised with the parent company’s (Marsh & McLennan) leadership team. Managed firm’s global meetings and events.

New York, Ny, Us

Provided comprehensive support to internal and external clients. Prioritized and managed change projects of varying size and complexity that required teaming with diverse groups. Worked and engaged with all levels of executives. Oversaw and managed all large-scale meetings and events - created budgets, contract negotiations, web design, attendee registration, onsite management, etc.

New York, Ny, Us

Assisted Practice Leader in managing his direct reports. Established and maintained relationships with CEOs and executive-level clients. Produced client deliverables. Managed project team workflow.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:- "Executive Presentation Skills" Workshop (2008)- Leadership Derailer Workshop, Delta Executive Learning Center (2007)

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Joint Concentration In Philosophy And Psychology; Minor In Business Administration

Master Of Science (Ms), Sustainability