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A solutions-driven professional with diverse...
project management and operational support experience who has worked with public, private, and non-profit organizations. Can meet deadlines, set priorities, and independently manage diverse projects to completion. Able to build awareness through effective marketing, communication and presentation strategies. Skilled in building coalitions, staff/volunteer development and is known for excellent relationship management skills with extensive experience in senior level stakeholder engagement. Can effectively relate and engage diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Community
Experience
New Destiny Family Success Centers
​Board Member, Interim Board Chair | 2021 - Present
​Board Member, Secretary | 2018 - 2021
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Provided governance, oversight and ensured ethical standards were met at nonprofit organization who provides valuable support to vulnerable community members in Paterson, NJ. Members set the organizational direction that aligns with the mission, securing necessary resources through a fundraising, marketing, etc.
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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
​SPAA Student Ambassador | 2020 - 2021
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As co-chair of the recruiting and marketing committee, I represented SPAA through a variety of activities including connecting with current and potential students as well as guidance counselors in group settings through informational sessions, admissions, public/community engagement, recruitment and marketing.
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First Choice Women's Resource Centers
​College Connect Intern | Summer 2019
Led community outreach and awareness of free services (pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, counseling and referrals) to the Rutgers Newark community including health departments and student-run organizations. Tasked as a strategic advisor to perform organizational review and present recommendations.
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Salvation Army Montclair Citadel
​Youth Leader | 2016 - 2018
Led 1-5 grade girls in the Salvation Army’s Sunbeam Troop Youth character-building program. Developed activities for girls to earn emblems (badges) that encourage “the building up of sterling character in girls and young women, promoting their physical, mental, moral and spiritual development, and training them for service to others”.
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CBRE Cares
Co-chair for NJ Offices | 2014 - 2016
Co-led charitable and volunteer efforts for CBRE’s Corporate Social Responsibility program. Planned yearly fundraising and two volunteer projects with five-person committee. Initiated marketing and communications strategies to promote events and increase participation.
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Hillside Elementary School
Hillside Cares Chairperson | 2014 - 2016
Directed school-wide volunteering and fundraising programs for grades 3-5. Partnered with local organizations (Toni’s Kitchen, Salvation Army, YMCA Geyer, Van Dyk Manor of Montclair, Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless, and Montclair Inn) to create a vibrant culture of volunteering and charitable efforts.
Reimagine Peru
Volunteer | Summer 2012
Replaced thatched and/or cardboard dwellings with prefabricated wooden homes, cement floors (replacing dirt) and tin roofs (replacing plastic) as part of the Reimagine construction team. Assisted dentists from Odontologos Sin Fronteras with intaking patients and translation services between the dentist, the community, and the Reimagine team.
Skills
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Budget Management
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Case Management
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Community Involvement Initiatives
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Community Partnership & Alliance Development
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​Effective Presentation
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Event Planning & Coordination
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Fundraising Initiatives
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Marketing & Communication Strategies
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Project Management
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Proposal Writing & Review
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​Process Optimization
- Reports and Analysis
- Stakeholder Engagement
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Strategic Planning
- Volunteer Training & Development
Languages
English
Spanish
Programs
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Workspace
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Standard
Blackboard Collaborate
Microsoft Teams
WebEx
Zoom
Work​
Experience​
Prudential Financial
Inclusive Solutions | Associate Manager | 2022 - Present
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Mana​ge company-wide nonprofit capacity strengthening programs which benefits employees, Prudential and society. Assist in the development of the company's employee community engagement refreshed strategy with an objective to increase employee engagement to 25% by 2025.
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The Salvation Army
Service Extension | Regional Manager - North | 2021 - 2022
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Recruit, train, manage and support vibrant and compassionate Service Unit volunteers who provide emergency financial and seasonal assistance to those in need from eight counties in Northern NJ. Conduct strategic plan in collaboration with director, to develop new processes for department. Create internal and external materials to market department's services and special events. Plan, coordinate and implement special events throughout the year. Identify community needs and assist in the development and implementation of new programs. Create and maintain accurate reports and statistical data.
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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Center for Applied Appreciative Inquiry
Research Assistant and Facilitator | 2020 - 2021
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Worked alongside distinguished practitioner to facilitate strategic planning projects utilizing the Appreciative Inquiry approach, which engages all stakeholders within an organization to discover their strengths, opportunities, aspirations and results. Analyzed quantitative and qualitative data collected from surveys to help organizations prioritize direction, goals, and measures for success.
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Diana Jones Consulting
Consultant | 2015 - 2018
Assisted private and nonprofit companies with their event and marketing needs by conducting pre-proposal meetings to identify needs and expectations and delineated the strategic work plan. Coordinated creative events and sponsorship opportunities to drive brand awareness. Cultivated relationships with business managers and owners to uncover business marketing needs. Communicated with clients to regularly align needs and provide feedback. Developed event schedules and handouts for attendees; partnered with venue owners.
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CBRE
Communications Specialist | 1998 - 2015
Worked with dynamic real estate consulting teams in a business development capacity. Developed pitch presentations, responded to request for proposals, created reports and marketed consulting services to internal clients. Created proposal reports to layout essential elements of the proposal for team review; including the breakdown of expenditures and detailed project plans/timelines.
Our team completed over 300 projects; generating $90 million in fees. We reduced our clients’ operating costs, improved profitability, and generated income through the disposal of surplus real estate assets.
Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
​2019 - 2021
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Master of Public Administration | Summa Cum Laude
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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
​2018 - 2020
Bachelor of Arts | Public and Nonprofit Administration, Minor in Art
Summa Cum Laude
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