Education
UCLA
BA, French -San Diego State University
MA, Educational Technology -Work Experience
SparkMind Media
Current
SparkMind Media
self-employed
Current
self-employed
Aspire Ability
2021-04-01 - 2024-06-01
Aspire Ability
Sage Road Solutions, LLC
2009-01-01 - 2015-12-01
Sage Road Solutions, LLC
I'm Serious
2006-01-01 - 2013-01-01
I'm Serious
Reynolds Journalism Institute
2010-08-01 - 2011-05-01
Reynolds Journalism Institute
Learning Solutions Magazine
2009-05-01 - 2011-04-01
Learning Solutions Magazine
Engage America
2003-01-01 - 2004-01-01
Engage America
Viviance new education
2000-01-01 - 2001-01-01
Viviance new education
Informania, Inc.
1989-01-01 - 2000-01-01
Informania, Inc.
Skills
Summary
I am passionate about creating pathways to employment for marginalized and underserved communities, combining technical expertise with a commitment to social responsibility and community development. With extensive experience in identifying and solving complex workforce and business challenges, I design innovative, sustainable solutions that not only address immediate needs but also contribute to long-term economic growth and self-sufficiency. I specialize in: • Identifying and Solving Workforce Challenges: From assessing unique community needs to implementing custom talent management frameworks, I develop workforce solutions that resonate with both local and employer needs. • Innovative Project Development and Financing: I bring projects to life by securing funding, building partnerships, and leading teams to execute strategic initiatives. • Community-Driven Program Leadership: Whether as a partner, employee, or consultant, I align initiatives with community goals, ensuring all stakeholders contribute to impactful outcomes. Recently, I led the Navajo Nation Workforce Transformation Initiative, a program uniting employers, tribal colleges, and Navajo government leaders to build an ecosystem designed to sustain a 21st-century workforce. This experience underscores my commitment to bridging skills gaps and creating professional opportunities within Indigenous and rural communities. Currently, I am focused on addressing un- and underemployment challenges, particularly within underserved populations, and am eager to collaborate with partners dedicated to building a more inclusive workforce landscape.