Professional Experience

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Founded and leads a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals through mentorship, advocacy, educational programming, and community engagement. Oversees strategic planning, organizational development, fundraising initiatives, partnership cultivation, board engagement, policy development, program design, volunteer management, and community impact initiatives.

Key accomplishments include:

• Developed organizational policies, procedures, and governance structures.

• Led community-wide initiatives serving hundreds of families.

• Secured partnerships with businesses, schools, community organizations, and government stakeholders.

• Planned and implemented large-scale community events involving vendors, sponsors, volunteers, and community participants.

• Guided the organization's growth toward long-term sustainability and expanded community impact.

Training & Development Coordinator

Designed and delivered professional development programs focused on workforce readiness, leadership development, adult learning, and organizational effectiveness. Collaborated with stakeholders to assess training needs, develop curriculum, facilitate learning experiences, and evaluate outcomes.

Areas of expertise include:

• Learning Management System (LMS) implementation and administration

• Curriculum and training development

• Adult learning and workforce development

• Facilitation and workshop delivery

• Employee onboarding and professional growth initiatives

Director of Training & Strategic Initiatives

Provided leadership for organizational training strategies and cross-functional initiatives designed to improve performance, engagement, and operational effectiveness. Managed complex projects while aligning training and development efforts with organizational goals.

Key responsibilities included:

• Strategic planning and initiative management

• Organizational change management

• Stakeholder engagement and collaboration

• Performance improvement initiatives

• Development of operational frameworks and best practices

Consulting & Organizational Development Experience

Provides consulting services to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, faith-based organizations, and public sector agencies in the areas of organizational effectiveness, governance, program development, and operational improvement.

Selected project experience includes:

Program Development & Workforce Training

• Designed the program for the 2025 graduating class of Westchester County Probation Officers.

• Developed training curricula and learning experiences for diverse audiences.

• Facilitated workshops, presentations, and professional development sessions.

Governance, Policy & Compliance

• Reviewed and revised nonprofit bylaws, policies, procedures, and organizational applications.

• Developed operational policies and procedures aligned with regulatory requirements and organizational goals.

• Supported organizations in strengthening governance and accountability practices.

Systems, Technology & Operations

• Implemented and managed Learning Management Systems and work management platforms.

• Led database organization and records management initiatives.

• Organized and improved Child Protective Services records systems to increase efficiency and accessibility.

• Designed workflows and operational processes that support organizational effectiveness.

Website, Communications & Digital Management

• Managed website development and maintenance initiatives.

• Developed and implemented social media strategies to increase engagement and organizational visibility.

• Created digital communication systems to support outreach, stakeholder engagement, and program promotion.

Community Engagement & Event Strategy

• Planned and executed large-scale community events serving approximately 1,000 attendees and coordinating 15+ vendors and community partners.

• Built relationships with sponsors, businesses, government agencies, schools, and nonprofit organizations.

• Facilitated stakeholder discussions, community roundtables, and collaborative planning initiatives.

Speaking, Facilitation & Leadership

Recognized as a speaker, facilitator, and moderator who brings together diverse stakeholders to address challenges, develop solutions, and drive meaningful change. Experienced in keynote presentations, strategic discussions, workforce development training, community engagement forums, and leadership development initiatives.