Build and maintain long-term client relationships by understanding needs, proactively communicating updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring satisfaction. Identify, vet, and engage top-tier experts through the GLG network, recruitment platforms, and surveys to ensure the perfect fit. Leverage SFDC to track progress, manage expert engagements, and optimize project outcomes.

Research Manager

Senior Associate, GLG Law

- Manage a recruiting pipeline through lead generation, cold calling, email campaigns, and LinkedIn 
- Screen outside candidates and GLG's network members for candidacy on cases and negotiate expert witness rates
- Pitch experts on GLG’s network value proposition and direct them to complete onboarding paperwork
- Coordinate with GLG's Project Managers on urgent client requests, deadlines, and goals to ensure experts are placed quickly and efficiently
- Adhere to GLG’s robust compliance framework and confidentiality standards

Recruiting Associate, GLG Law

Goodwin University

Adjunct Professor

Danbury Student and Business Connection (DSABC)

Established metrics for monitoring progress on satisfaction, safety, & quality assurance: researched trends and analyzed data to ensure integration of inclusion practices 
Designed and delivered annual employee engagement and pulse surveys for community partners and students
Maintained accurate records and reports of quarterly budget and expenses 
Partnered with leadership to develop and deliver training and development programs to aid retention,  inclusion, and belonging initiatives 
Reinforced visibility, influence and reputation of the organization through community outreach, partnership programs, grant programs, and other philanthropic initiatives

Program Manager

Ability Beyond

Facilitated the iteration and evolution of the employee onboarding program and experience, providing DEI related training and development for employees and leaders
Collaborated with People Business Partners and other internal partners to ensure a common DEI and engagement message and accountability: initiated community outreach, mentoring and training programs to establish an inclusive and belonging culture.
Coordinated between multiple teams to move initiatives forward and raised concerns to resolve issues that prevented progress
Organized various working groups with senior leaders, including scheduling meetings, tracking projects, and maintaining regular status updates
Built an internal and external communication plan: collaborated cross-functionally to execute among key stakeholders

Employment Specialist

City of Danbury

●	Led a team of 8 to receive and process 30,000 absentee ballot applications and the issuance of absentee ballots, and provided administrative support such as reconciliation of applications, e-mailing constituents, and filing applications

Election Assistant

The Office of the Child Advocate

●	Ensured data quality of complex case record reviews and utilized secure databases to compile child/adolescent homicide reports to affect the policy changes about child welfare
●	Analyzed data from the Department of Children & Families and the CT Medical Examiner databases to consolidate case record reviews and child/adolescent homicide reports, affecting the policy changes about child welfare
●	Performed data mining on over 10 cases to improve the safety of incarcerated youth and reduce malpractice investigations

Research Intern

Connecticut Legislative Office Building 

●	Identified gaps in domestic violence and sex trafficking practices across 12 states to support new legislation in Connecticut
●	Collected data from 200+ constituent surveys for the Representative’s team to improve service & resolve constituent grievances

Legislative Aide Intern

Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence

●	Conducted outreach in over 20 cities within CT to schedule training on domestic violence for healthcare settings and provide educational resources to improve preventative care practices 
●	Trained over 100 nursing students in two universities to identify domestic violence victims in practice
●	Recommended measures to improve identification of domestic violence in social services by analyzing 5 domestic violence homicide cases for the Fatality Review Team
●	Collaborated with the research team to design training for law enforcement and advocates to help identify perpetrators and victims and reduce dual arrests in Connecticut

Community Outreach Intern

Padres Unidos of Greater Danbury 

-Developed an educational, recreational support group for teens and young adults with disabilities
-Planned and coordinated events and activities for teens and young adults such as movie night, paint night, and a pizza party mingle. 
-Worked with youth and their parents to promote self-advocacy, independence, and socialization among peers
-Managed website, and spread awareness through social media

Intern

At GLG, I combine strong analytical and communication skills to deliver actionable insights from research.  I have experience managing projects, building partnerships, and meeting client needs. I am passionate about contributing to the organization's success.

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