Chief of Staff at Arizona Coalition for Change / Our Voice Our Vote (2025-05 – Present)
- Oversee internal operations and drove cross-department coordination for Arizona Coalition for Change and Our Voice Our Vote Arizona.
- Manage internal systems, lead department coordination, and track progress toward organizational goals.
- Support team development, staff morale, and internal communication to foster a healthy internal culture.
- Oversee internal operations and drove cross-department coordination for Arizona Coalition for Change and Our Voice Our Vote Arizona, including the launch of the NIA Organizing Fellowship.
- Spearheaded strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and achieving measurable improvements in team performance.
- Analyzed organizational workflows to identify bottlenecks, initiating process improvements that resulted in marked gains in productivity.
Executive Director at Playworks Arizona (2024-02 – 2025-04)
- Directed Playworks Arizona through financial stewardship ($2mm annual budget), program execution for 10,000 students in AZ, NV, NM, and team coordination to ensure the organization's success.
- Partner with Oracle Strategies in legislative advocacy, representing Playworks interests in Arizona State Legislature for education initiatives in the Arizona State Legislature in the Fifty-Sixth Legislative Session.
- Cultivated and maintained strategic regional relationships with corporations, individuals, and foundations to enhance Playworks' visibility, influence, and funding. Relationships include: ONSEMI, Phoenix Suns/Mercury Foundation, Cartel Coffee, Thunderbirds Foundation, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Scottsdale Saguaros, and Fiesta Bowl Charities
- Led initiatives to expand revenue sources, including corporate partnerships, foundations, retail campaigns, individual major gifts, organizational memberships, and traditional fundraising events.
- Drive financial performance through diversified revenue streams, achieving a 70% increase in board giving and 50% advisory board expansion within the first year.
Vice President and Superintendent at The Excel Center (2023-03 – 2023-12)
- Spearheaded $5.5M capital building project for adult high school while managing 33-member team, establishing key district partnerships and community alliances.
- Built local collaborations with 44th Street Alliance, Balsz School District, Creighton School District, and Habitat for Humanity
- Orchestrated a comprehensive $5M annual operational budget while establishing vital community collaborations and expanding educational access.
- Led high-visibility media engagements with major news outlets, amplifying school mission and strengthening community presence through expert commentary. Outlets include: ABC 15, Channel 12, FOX 10, The Arizona Republic, The Capitol Times, and guest speaker for the Arizona Charter Schools Association (ACSA)
Sr. Director of Education Services; Assistant Superintendent of Schools at The Excel Center (2021-11 – 2023-02)
- Spearheaded strategic educational initiatives securing $34.2M in education funding, transforming GCNA into Arizona's premier workforce training hub through Adult Education High School Program
- Authorized Excel Center as sole program under state education boards.
- Developed accountability measures with state and local standards.
- Directed strategic planning and coordination for educational goals.
- Managed fiscal and operational activities across the district.
Interim Director at The Excel Center (2021-02 – 2021-11)
- Developed comprehensive accountability frameworks integrating state board requirements with local standards to ensure educational excellence
- Partnered with AGES Governing Board to implement district-wide educational objectives while managing fiscal operations and team development
- Directed comprehensive educational planning and district operations, ensuring safe learning environments and effective resource allocation
- Secured exclusive program authorization under state workforce training initiatives, expanding educational access and career opportunities
Training Solutions Manager at Mission Services (2019-09 – 2021-02)
- Oversee process, analysis, design, development, procurement, implementation, and evaluation of all training and certification products offered across GCNA learning platform. Training solutions target at-risk, low-income adult learners seeking employment and upskilling.
- Lead implementation planning sessions and onsite training to ensure that internal facilitators are equipped to use all selected training systems, curriculum, ongoing support packages, and platforms used in GCNA training programs and serve as the lead integrator and synchronizer of execution. Builds performance improvement and effectiveness for a team of training Solution Partners.
Learning and Development Program Manager at Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona (GCNA) (2018-09 – 2019-09)
- Spearheaded implementation of comprehensive digital literacy programs, integrating Google IT, Microsoft Office, and Northstar certifications for adult learners
- Orchestrated partnerships with executive teams to ensure grant compliance and student achievement, while maintaining high-quality training standards
Fidelity Reviewer at Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) Mental Health Program (2014-06 – 2018-10)
- Facilitated 60+ training and development engagements for 42 medical clinic CEOs and their employees to model and train research-based treatment initiatives for mental health professionals through the State of Arizona Healthcare system.
- Drove content development with ADDIE and adult learning methodologies to support statewide trainings, translating complex concepts into simplified learning blocks.
Behavioral Health Learning Specialist at Magellan Health Services of Arizona (2014-06 – 2018-10)
- Evaluated needs assessment across 42 behavioral health providers and published 11 of 41 annual written review reports for Arizona.
- Developed wellness programs for major partners, improving community health education.
- Led autism training initiative in Maricopa County, collaborating with 30+ experts.
- Designed behavioral health curriculums, enhancing professional development outcomes.
- Certified Medicaid facilitator, crafted APA-endorsed social media curriculum.
- Partnered with City of Phoenix, established Arizona's autism education framework.
Care Counselor Educator at Homeward Bound Arizona (2012-05 – 2014-04)
- Secured grant funding from local stakeholders, establishing sustainable education and wellness programs while implementing weekly job skills training
- Designed comprehensive courseware and curriculum focusing on family empowerment, career development, and community resource utilization
- Streamlined performance outcomes reporting system, enabling data-driven program improvements and stakeholder accountability
- Facilitated GED learning opportunities and community resource connections, enhancing resident engagement and educational advancement
Case Specialist, Educational Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) at Florence Crittenton – Girls Leadership Academy (2011-12 – 2012-05)
- Secured grant funding from local stakeholders, establishing sustainable education and wellness programs while implementing weekly job skills training
- Designed comprehensive courseware and curriculum focusing on family empowerment, career development, and community resource utilization
- Streamlined performance outcomes reporting system, enabling data-driven program improvements and stakeholder accountability
- Facilitated GED learning opportunities and community resource connections, enhancing resident engagement and educational advancement
Academic Counselor at University of Phoenix (2007-01 – 2010-11)
- Streamlined performance outcomes reporting system, enabling data-driven program improvements and stakeholder accountability
- Facilitated GED learning opportunities and community resource connections, enhancing resident engagement and educational advancement
