Newsela

Partnership Director

Senior Change & Adoption Manager

Senior Program Manager, GTM

I operationalized broader GTM initiatives for the SMB segment, and developed SMB segment specific programs. A portion of my time was also spent supporting the SDR organization and the School Sales team. 

More specifically, this involved activities such as shaping GTM strategy, facilitating GTM planning sessions (for ENT, MM, & SMB segments), defining sales process and developing enablement assets. All anchored to achieving our sales targets. 

I obsess over making strategy actionable. And I feel extremely fortunate to be in a position where selling more, translates to more meaningful classroom learning for students all across America.

Sales Program Manager

Accenture

While at Accenture I served clients as a Customer, Sales & Service Executive. I spent my time primarily within client’s Sales organizations. Helping F500 companies sell more, faster and better. I supported Sales transformations end-to-end — strategy, policy, process, technology, enablement — across 4 industries and 9 clients. I also like to say that in 2016, I met my professional soulmate — Design Thinking. I took a 3-day training, and nothing has been the same since. I went on to teach courses for the firm. Lastly, I tinkered with AI by helping establish the Virtual Agent practice. 

I was promoted 3 times. Going from Analyst > Sr. Analyst > Consultant > Manager. It was a challenging & fun ride! Keep on reading for the corporate version.

Co-Design Lead for initiative focused on identifying innovative concepts & capabilities for a subscription renewal platform at a high tech-client
 • Identified new Partner service—AI-based virtual quote support agent— through weekly ideation sessions informed by research that included co-design, participatory design & concept validation

Collaborated with SVP to shape channel strategy & capability roadmap to accelerate a high-growth SaaS business to $10B in revenue, by designing narrative and facilitating workshops/interviews 

Accelerated account sales >$10.5M by developing proposals to align a SaaS company's GTM strategy & sales systems (CRM + CPQ)

Supported delivery of transformational program at a high-tech client, geared towards improving the software lifecycle experience
 • Served as track lead (PM) for software initiative within program, an initiative which the client’s CEO referenced multiple times during earnings calls
 • Delivered 70+ personalized training sessions, audience members included client Partner & Customer executives (CTO & SVP)

Developed Artificial Intelligence (AI) Roadmap for leading P&C insurer
 • Gathered operational data & costs to perform Cost-Benefit Analysis 
 • Created 3-year implementation roadmap

Technology Consulting Manager

WeElevate

Education services company serving public schools and nonprofits. Notable accomplishments included growing a nonprofit's book of business by 119% and serving 136 students across 5 schools.

Founder & CEO

I brought Design Thinking and Service Design methodologies to SMBs to improve employee and customer experience. A lot of times this involved workshop design and facilitation. I love seeing people's reactions to working in a more fun, joyful and effective way. 

It's not just fun and games though. This stuff worked for them. My work with clients drove triple digit revenue growth through re-design of existing systems and implementation of new ones. 

I believe all businesses, regardless of size or industry (including Nonprofit) should be empowered with the same tools as the world's leading enterprises.

Experience Designer

DPR Construction

• $10.5M John C. Lincoln Sonoran Health & Emergency Center - 41,700 SF Medical Office Building Core & Shell build-out consisting of tilt-up concrete panels and steel framing.  First floor Tenant Improvement (13,900 SF) build-out of outpatient imaging and treatment center.
• Put approximately $1.2M of construction in place by managing multiple subcontractors scope of work

Intern Project Engineer

• $150M Confidential Bioscience Client - Los Angeles Master Plan (LAMP) Project. Construction of a Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility.

SUNIVO Supply Chain Management

• Benchmarked 3 major companies importing departments in order to promote/initiate international importing
• Contacted local chemical vendors regarding quotes or sales
• Assisted in implementation of eBusiness platform for company website

Global Fellows - Distribution Division Intern

Seven years ago, I was a burnt-out and unfulfilled consultant trying to “find my passion.” To get unstuck, I tried and failed at lots of things – being an artist manager, founding a construction business, and founding a K12 nonprofit.

While I didn’t succeed, I *did* build valuable non-traditional experience. 

Years later, I spotted my dream job – a role that balanced purpose & career growth. I used my non-traditional experience and an unconventional job search approach – what I write about here on LinkedIn – to land it. 

Today, I support school districts across California in inspiring students love of learning, and building their skills & knowledge. A dream come true!

On my spare time, I share content on LinkedIn to teach people how to change careers without traditional experience. 

Sending you good vibes. Let’s go get it!

Frankie Iturbe

Gwinnett County Public Schools

Functioning as a project manager within an educational setting, leading high-impact curriculum and instructional initiatives across my grade level.

-Coordinate cross-functional teams including educators, instructional coaches, and administrators to deliver project outcomes.
-Create project schedules, track milestones, and monitor progress toward instructional objectives.
-Lead collaborative planning sessions to support team understanding of new educational initiatives and technology tools.
-Maintain regular communication with stakeholders, documenting updates and project needs.
-Design and lead development of curriculum materials, managing timelines, content quality, and alignment with district goals.
-Collect and analyze student performance data to drive decision-making and instructional strategy improvements.

Team Lead - Instructional Planning & Curriculum Design (Educator)

DeKalb County School District

Oversaw instructional design and implementation projects focused on literacy development and technology integration.

-Developed print and digital instructional resources tailored to diverse learners.
-Facilitated teacher training on educational technology platforms and literacy tools, ensuring consistent adoption.
-Aligned project efforts with district goals, monitoring engagement and effectiveness.
-Collaborated with school and district leaders to manage timelines, resources, and rollout strategies.
-Measured success of instructional initiatives through qualitative and quantitative data tracking.

Instructional Project Coordinator (Educator)

Clarke County School District

Led curriculum and instructional planning projects across a cross-functional team during a period of transition from remote to in-person learning.

-Managed logistics and documentation for grade-level planning meetings, ensuring all initiatives aligned with district standards.
-Developed and delivered multimodal learning materials for both in-person and virtual environments.
-Identified areas of weakness, proposed scalable solutions, and implemented process improvements.
-Served as liaison between instructional staff and leadership to ensure successful project execution.

North American Language and Cultural Assistants Program 

Led immersive language and cultural exchange initiatives in a bilingual school setting, supporting the development of an English language program.

-Designed and implemented engaging instructional projects aligned with student proficiency levels and learning objectives.
-Collaborated with international educators to shape the long-term trajectory of the English curriculum.
-Conducted needs assessments and tailored lessons to support student development across listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
-Supported the integration of global learning experiences and intercultural awareness into the school's broader educational framework.
-Adapted instruction to diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds, fostering inclusive learning environments.

Language & Culture Program Facilitator

Cato Womens Fashions

Contributed to the success of a fast-paced retail environment by delivering high-quality customer service, maintaining visual merchandising standards, and supporting store operations.

-Served as a primary point of contact for customers, identifying needs, and providing personalized solutions.
-Ensured product displays were organized, on-brand, and aligned with company merchandising guidelines.
-Collaborated with team members to manage inventory, restock items, and meet daily sales goals.
-Resolved transaction issues with professionalism, maintaining accuracy and customer trust.
-Helped foster a positive, inclusive environment by supporting new team members and promoting team cohesion.

Sales Associate

Dalton State College

Provided targeted academic support while building systems for student engagement and progress tracking.

-Designed and executed individualized learning plans based on performance data and academic goals.
-Created instructional materials and agendas to scaffold learning and promote skill mastery.
-Applied differentiated instructional strategies to address a wide range of learner needs.
-Developed strong collaborative relationships with students and faculty by actively incorporating feedback into instruction.

Academic Support Specialist (Tutor)

Completed two years of student teaching across diverse public school classrooms, gaining hands-on experience in instructional planning, classroom management, and data-informed teaching practices.

-Designed and delivered standards-aligned lessons across all core content areas.
-Managed full classroom responsibilities during multiple teaching takeovers, including instruction, assessment, and behavior management.
-Created a professional teaching portfolio featuring lesson plans, student work samples, and reflective practice.
-Adapted instruction to support diverse learning needs, including multilingual learners and students with disabilities.
-Collaborated closely with mentor teachers, instructional coaches, and school administrators to meet student learning goals.

Student Teacher

I’m a detail-oriented, strategic Project Manager with a passion for creating impactful K–12 learning experiences. With a background in education, I specialize in managing cross-functional teams, developing instructional products, and delivering high-quality outcomes across both digital and print platforms.

Throughout my career, I’ve successfully led curriculum initiatives, aligned cross-team workflows, and used data to drive continuous improvement. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments where innovation and empathy intersect to support educators and students alike.

🔹 Core Strengths:
✔ Curriculum & Educational Product Development
✔ Project Management
✔ Cross-Functional Team Leadership
✔ Stakeholder Collaboration
✔ Data-Driven Process Optimization
✔ Digital & Print Product Delivery
✔ Training & Professional Development

I am passionate about contributing my skills in a mission-driven organization where educational equity, product innovation, and thoughtful execution come together to make a difference.

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