I've Had a Lot of Amazing Clients

I've Had a Lot of Amazing Clients

Here I am pictured at the Summit for AI Institutes Leadership Conference with with our close partners from Georgia Tech’s Institute for Advances in Optimization (AI4OPT)

I’ve been fortunate to collaborate with incredible organizations to drive meaningful change. Over the years, I’ve partnered with various groups, either as a DEI consultant or in collaboration, to develop workshops, webinars, and inclusive educational materials aimed at uplifting marginalized communities.

  • HerWILL

    A global nonprofit empowering women and girls by fostering leadership, innovation, and collaboration, with a focus on education, STEM, and community development.

  • AI for Optimization

    A technology-focused initiative leveraging artificial intelligence to improve efficiency and decision-making processes across industries, emphasizing innovation and real-world applications.

  • Evidence-Based Cyber Security Research Group

    A research group dedicated to improving cybersecurity practices through rigorous, data-driven analysis and practical recommendations for organizations and individuals.

  • Choose Your Own Adventure

    A beloved publisher of interactive books where readers make decisions that shape the story, popular for engaging and creative storytelling.

  • Zaxby’s

    A fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in chicken wings, fingers, sandwiches, and salads, with a focus on bold flavors and Southern hospitality.

  • Dekalb County School District

    One of Georgia's most diverse school districts, focusing on innovation and equity to ensure student achievement and lifelong learning opportunities.

  • Gwinnett County School District

    Georgia’s largest school district, known for its commitment to academic excellence, diverse programs, and preparing students for future success.

  • New Georgia Project Action Fund

    A civic engagement organization dedicated to building political power in Georgia’s underrepresented communities through advocacy, education, and voter engagement.

Education

Georgia State University

Masters of Science in Criminal Justice

Georgia State University

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Summa Cum Laude

Work Experience

Skills

HerWILL - Women Inspired in Life and Leadership

Senior Project Manager - AI, Data Science, and Cyber

  • Managed the planning, coordination, and implementation of AI, Data Science, and Cyber Intelligence products, workshops, and external/internal training webinars to over 800 participants across three separate continents.

  • Collaborated with cross-functional and international teams to design, specify, document, and prioritize to ensure seamless integration, cohesive understanding of the program, and execute product vision.

  • Presented plans to senior management and external stakeholders, including chairholders and global advisory board members, to obtain support, funding, and approvals needed to move projects forward.

  • Managed cross-functional teams and stakeholder expectations to execute product strategy; provided education to requestors to determine prioritization based on tangible benefits and/or user experience.

  • Lead program launch activities, including training internal teams, hosting external webinars, and monitoring and analyzing student/participant post-launch feedback to inform program enhancements and strategies.

Evidence-Based Cybersecurity Research Group

Communications Director

  • Spearheaded the efficient execution of projects, collaborating with global teams and stakeholders, resulting in a 10% decrease in project completion time and a 15% reduction in project costs.

  • Developed rapport with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results. Cultivated and strengthened industry partnerships and networks, leading to a 20% increase in partnership engagements and a 25% increase in referral traffic.

  • Directed social media presence, aligning posts with branding and trending ideas, driving a 240% increase in social media interaction and a 30% increase in followers in 60 days.

  • Managed project timelines, proactively identifying and addressing potential delays, ensuring timely completion of project phases and handovers with a 98% on-time delivery rate.

  • Led cross-functional teams in the successful implementation of marketing projects, resulting in a 20% increase in customer engagement metrics and a 25% improvement in brand perception scores.

Various Firms

Community Engagement Strategist

  • Developed and led large-scale digital engagement strategies, launching interactive marketing campaigns that increased brand visibility, audience retention, and community engagement. Successfully increased quarterly purchases by 20% for an international book company through strategic branding and audience targeting.

  • Designed and executed high-converting digital content, including Amazon sales pages for nearly 200 book titles, SEO-optimized website content, and social media campaigns that resulted in an 86% increase in product viewership and improved conversion rates.

  • Led market research and competitive analysis, providing data-driven insights that informed business strategies and resulted in a 10% improvement in lead conversion rates and a 15% increase in organic traffic.

  • Implemented large-scale outreach initiatives, managing nationwide voter engagement campaigns that reached 35,000–50,000 people daily, while leading training programs on digital tools such as Slack, Zoom, and ThruText to improve operational efficiency.

  • Spearheaded leadership development and community engagement programs, designing and facilitating training initiatives across 17 schools, leading to a 23% increase in student retention and graduation rates.

  • Organized large-scale community events, coordinating volunteers, vendors, and logistics for audiences of 200–500 attendees.

  • Developed structured onboarding and training programs, implementing scalable volunteer engagement strategies that resulted in a 40% increase in long-term volunteer participation.

  • Managed cross-functional collaborations with internal teams, external contractors, and government clients, ensuring alignment between strategic initiatives and business objectives while optimizing communication processes.

Hard Skills

  • Design Tools: Canva, Photoshop, InDesign

  • Marketing Tools: Hootsuite, MailChimp, Constant Contact

  • Website Design Tools: Wix, SquareSpace,GoDaddy, Weebly, Wordpress

  • Coding Tools: R, Smartsheet, Tableau

Awards

K.L. Scott & Associates, LLC

Communications Strategy Consultant

  • Standardized internal documentation and accessibility processes by creating 508-compliant UX compliance guidebooks, leading weekly training sessions, streamlining workflows, and improving operational efficiency by 45%.

  • Led cross-functional collaboration with engineers, government clients, and tech specialists to refine messaging systems and improve UX accessibility standards, accelerating documentation and content approval processes.

  • Developed a data-driven content and communications strategy, using engagement analytics to improve information delivery, enhance stakeholder engagement, comprehension, and support decision-making, resulting in a 35% increase in clarity and alignment.

  • Produced and presented over 200 high-impact, user-centered presentations to support executive briefings, product launches, and training, ensuring clarity, brand alignment, and adherence to accessibility guidelines.

  • Integrated digital tools and AI-powered systems to streamline content delivery, automate reporting processes, and reduce manual effort, supporting consistent communication across product teams and stakeholders.

Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Award

The Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Awards acknowledge the exceptional commitment exhibited by individuals and academic units/departments who successfully promote social justice and equity, increase access and participation, and work towards inclusive excellence.

The concepts of the JEDI acronym include:

  • Justice: Creating a campus free from barriers, intentionally shaped to meet the needs of all members;

  • Equity: Ensuring that all members have access and representation;

  • Diversity: Embracing differences in people and perspectives;

  • Inclusion: Fostering a sense of belonging.

Wells Fargo Student Impact Project Scholar

The Student Impact Scholarship was created to recognize and assist students making a difference in their communities, despite being financially impacted by the pandemic.