Case Studies, Guides & Thought Leadership

Two-Way Informational Interviews

Until 2023, I spearheaded a unique biotech education partnership in the Bay Area that included developing an open-access website with curriculum and resources.

I also created a unique suite of materials to support “two-way informational interviews” between biotech professionals and students, promoting mutual learning and empowering students to engage as equal participants in these conversation.

Early College and Career Pathways

High school students need to graduate with skills and knowledge relevant to jobs that may not yet exist. In response to this challenge, I helped design and implement a unique program to create career pathways in business, technology, and health for students in the Boston area.

My leadership was instrumental to forging partnerships among high school, community college, and corporate leadership; synthesizing data on industry opportunities; engaging in public advocacy; and reaching out to funders and employers.

“It gives all students all the tools and it believes in a student's ability to learn regardless of background.”

“This partnership is a new way for companies to invest in the field and invest in their human resource needs.”

My Background

  • Managing Director, 2023-2025

    • Led design and implementation of workforce partnerships strategy

    • Built relationships with existing and new corporate partners.

    • Led employer-supported pathways initiatives and grants.

    • Supported business development of new funding sources to support workforce LLA initiatives.

    • Contributed to the creation of workforce-related resources and strategic communications.

    • Led coaching and technical assistance focused on talent development and work-based learning for districts, employers and other cross-sector stakeholders.

  • Director, 2023

    • Led design and implementation of equity-centered talent practices and employer partnerships

    • Oversaw two teams focused on employer partnerships expansion efforts and employee engagement of Genentech’s 10M STEM & Healthcare Education Initiative

    • Led the design and implementation of career exploration and guided pathways programs for high school youth and adults.

    • Served as subject matter expert on dual enrollment, guided pathways, work-based learning program and career and technical education state policy.

    • Created strategic frameworks; documented and disseminated research on community college best practices, quality job design, and career pathways for cross-sector audiences.

    • Served as primary client engagement lead on corporate partnerships.

    • Created field resources and provide technical assistance to employers and policy leaders on Skills-Based Talent Practices and Equitable Economic Advancement.

    • Managed director-level direct reports working on cross-organizational projects.

    Associate Director, 2020-2022

    Senior Program Manager, 2016-2020

    Program Manager, 2014-2016

  • Teaching Fellow, 2016

    • Supported curriculum development and instruction for graduate-level course at the School of Education: “New Pathways for College and Career Readiness: Increasing Opportunity and Equity Through Education.”

    • Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.

    Master's degree in Education, Higher Education

  • Project Assistant, 2011-2013

    • Developed community partnerships with Bay Area organizations and institutions to plan events, field trips, and college visits .for first-generation college students.

    • Advised students on the college application and financial aid processes; served as writing tutor for personal essays.

    • Managed PowerSchool Database: collected student data, responded to monthly system audits; compiled data and prepared annual reports for the Making Waves Board of Directors.

    • Developed curriculum and organized quarterly workshops for group of 15 high school students focused on leadership and equity.

  • Bachelor of Arts, English Literature And French Studies