Strategic admissions leader with experience guiding selective programs and student services for gifted and high-achieving learners
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Strategic admissions leader with experience guiding selective programs and student services for gifted and high-achieving learners. Expertise includes full-cycle admissions management, family engagement, recruitment strategy, student interview and selection, yield and re-enrollment, enrollment forecasting, and equity-minded community outreach. Known for delivering measurable enrollment growth, cultivating mission-aligned relationships, and leading teams through data-informed initiatives.
Skilled at representing institutions with warmth and professionalism, partnering with marketing and advancement to elevate visibility, and coordinating events that inspire prospective families. Passionate about fostering inclusive, student-centered environments that honor individuality, sustainability, and community.
Associate Director, Program for the Exceptionally Gifted & Master of Letters Admissions at Mary Baldwin College (2000-01 – 2004-12)
Directed strategic recruitment and end-to-end admissions operations for the Program for the Exceptionally Gifted (PEG) and Master of Letters (M.Litt.) program, reporting to the AVP of Enrollment Management.
Consultant, Office of Admissions at Mary Baldwin College (2004-01 – 2004-12)
Served as interim consultant during leadership transition; trained staff on processes, maintained continuity of operations, and ensured mission-aligned communication with families.
Admissions Counselor at Mary Baldwin College (1998-01 – 1999-12)
Conducted territory management, recruitment travel, and application advising; assisted with campus tours and information sessions; collaborated on marketing materials.
Special Assistant to the Dean, College of Arts & Sciences at University of Virginia (2007-01 – 2008-12)
CoDirector & Graduate Researcher, Project LOGgED ON at University of Virginia (2004-01 – 2009-12)
Co-directed a $5M federally funded grant to develop online gifted-education courses; supervised ~30 graduate assistants, teachers, and IT professionals.
Program Assistant at Ron Brown Scholar Program (2009-01 – 2012-12)
Consultant & Case Writer at CASENEX (2006-01 – 2006-12)
Created case based professional development modules for K–12 gifted education teachers.
Graduate Teaching Assistant & Instructor at University of Virginia (2004-01 – 2009-12)
Taught courses in educational psychology and gifted education; designed curriculum and integrated research with practice.
Assistant Teacher at Broadus Wood Elementary (2017-01 – 2019-12)
Provided classroom instruction and academic interventions; coached students and supported assessment initiatives.
Founder & Managing Director, Real Estate Brokerage & Marketing at Sociedad de Responsabilidad (2021-01 – Present)
Owner/Author at Brisas 27 Publishing (2022-01 – Present)
Wrote and published Maleku's Gift (2023), promoting social-emotional development and environmental stewardship; manage production, marketing, and distribution.
Co-Owner, Farm & Event Venue at George & Henry, LLC (2006-01 – 2023-12)
Co-owned and operated a farm and event space; managed budgeting, staffing, and customer experience for weddings, retreats, and Airbnb hosting.
Marketing & Real Estate Consultant at Self-employed (2014-01 – 2023-12)
Provided marketing and real estate services to major brokerages; executed digital campaigns, built websites, created content, and advised on customer journey strategies.
Ph.D. in Educational Psychology – University of Virginia
M.Ed. in Educational Psychology – University of Virginia
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology – Mary Baldwin College
