Southern Methodist University

BLI 1110 Introduces various business topics, including an overview of business disciplines and careers in those fields as well as the development of skills for effective career management.

Adjunct Professor

Career Coaching (Individual)

- Manage coaching for over 2,300 BBA and MS students in areas such as career planning, personal branding, job searching, and school-to-work transitions.
- Administer and interpret career assessments for students and alumni.
- Document coaching sessions in the department's coaching system, including notes, outcomes, and follow-up assignments.

External Relations/Employer Outreach

- Engage with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and employer recruiters to promote career-related activities.
- Participate in industry-specific events (conferences, workshops, etc.) to enhance professional development and department visibility.
- Career Coaching/Training (Group/Workshops)

Plan and manage career-related presentations upon request.

-Lead group coaching sessions targeting specific populations in various career management phases.
-Design, develop, and execute career development seminars and workshops, including classroom presentations.

Event Planning

-Plan and execute industry-specific events to connect students with employers and alumni.
-Collaborate with department staff to ensure event objectives and logistical requirements are met.
-Assess the effectiveness of programs and events, tracking attendance and outcomes for reporting purposes.

Reporting/Website Content

-Prepare reports on placement, program outcomes, and student assessments in a timely manner.
-Contribute to the development of career-related marketing content for the website and publications.
-Support for BBA & MS Admissions
- Represent the Career Management Center during admissions activities and conduct engaging conversations with high-potential prospective applicants.
- Develop and deliver career-related marketing content for various platforms.

Associate Director of Career Management

Delta Sigma Pi - Delta Upsilon Chapter

Delta Sigma Pi Collegiate Chapter Advisors serve as officially recognized advisors for chapter officers and members, and also serve as liaisons between the chapter or the national Fraternity and the college or university. Not all chapters require extensive guidance, but all chapters benefit from having an informed and involved Chapter Advisor.

Chapter Advisor responsibilities include: 
• Staying informed about the content and requirements of Fraternity resources 
• Reviewing chapter finances with the Vice President-Finance as needed
 • Reviewing Chapter Management Program (CMP) progress with the executive committee
 • Attending a chapter meeting or event at least once every four to six weeks, and attending initiations (if a member) and officer transition meetings 
• Reviewing the Risk Management Policy and Individual Code of Conduct with the chapter 
• Providing signature authorization if needed, on university forms, letters of recommendation, and the like 
• Counseling members as needed regarding their Fraternity involvement 
• Increase Fraternity awareness among other faculty 
• Helping the chapter use faculty resources to assist with professional and community service programming • Recommending other faculty for initiation into the chapter
• Ensuring that the chapter is fully recognized as a student organization 
• Making the chapter aware of all university policies related to the chapter and its activities
 • Assisting the chapter in obtaining all eligible university funding

Chapter Advisor 

Texas Christian University

BUSI 40010 (Business Internship) - Variable credit hours 1-3. Course may be taken twice for maximum of three credit hours. Pass/No Credit grade type only. Students gain practical exposure to business through participation in an internship in a business or community organization. Emphasis is placed on the development of applied skills in one or more of the business disciplines. Students learn about organization realities and work demands.

Strategically manages the intricate web of recruiting relationships, orchestrating on-campus recruitment scheduling, meticulously coordinating events, and executing targeted marketing initiatives

Orchestrates the seamless scheduling of recruiters, students, and interview schedules, ensuring optimal engagement and efficiency in on-campus recruiting activities 

Collaborates closely with the Alcon Career Center Director to discern and cater to the nuanced recruiting needs of employers, leveraging a deep understanding of both university dynamics and industry trends to deliver tailored solutions.

Designs and executes high-impact networking and recruiting events through the Alcon Career Center, fostering invaluable connections between students and prospective employers.

Implements and upholds TCU Career & Professional Development’s rigorous recruiting policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with best practices

Assumes stewardship of the Handshake CRM database within the Alcon Career Center, driving database integrity, conducting insightful analysis, and delivering comprehensive reporting 

Guides and delegates responsibilities to the Alcon Career Center Administrative Assistant, optimizing support for on-campus recruiting endeavors.

Engages in strategic consultations with employers to formulate bespoke recruitment strategies, leveraging expertise either independently or in collaboration

Identifies and capitalizes on opportunities for employer visibility and branding within campus and Neeley School of Business departments, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships.

Cultivates collaborative relationships with various Neeley departments and Centers of Excellence, fostering robust employer development initiatives.

Delivers exceptional customer service to both employers and students, elevating their experience

Expands the network of current employers and alumni, devising comprehensive engagement plans to bolster career programming and alumni involvement.

Assistant Director of Employer Relations

Ericsson

Head for award winning US and Canada university relations program for the world leader in 5G and Information Communication Technology.

- Develop and lead the strategy and execution of identifying, hiring, and retaining 500+ students (annually) for internships, co-ops, and New College Graduates rotation programs throughout the US and Canada. 
- Developed and lead team of 10 customer facing TA professionals in delivering highly effective full cycle early career program 
- Serve as Executive Talent Advisor, developing and presenting early career talent strategy to Executives (Heads) of Business and functional areas. 
- Researched, selected, and implemented virtual recruiting strategy, increasing national reach in US and Canada, resulting in increased diversity metrics.  
- Partnered across the business to build and implement comprehensive process and program improvements
- Partner with Diversity and Inclusion team and Employee Resources Group's to develop talent initiatives focused on driving awareness internally on the hiring and retention of diverse students for internships and rotation programs.

University Relations Manager at Ericsson 

Smurfit Kappa

• Delivers the highest quality candidate experience which reflects the culture of SKNA ensuring the company is viewed as candidates’ Employer of Choice.

• Develops a formal salaried recruitment process utilizing the appropriate tools and resources. Educates hiring managers on how to use those tools to interview and select top talent.  Collaborates with other HR team members to seek understanding and improvement of the existing recruitment process.

• Creates and mobilizes a roadmap for sourcing, connecting, and closing top talent across multiple U.S. & MX geographical areas.  Continuously monitors the implementation of the roadmap by the Talent Acquisitions team.  

• Reviews and approves all salaried requisitions and assigns them to the appropriate Talent Acquisition associates to source and fill the open position.

• Creates and maintains professional relationships with employment agencies and recruiters and manages all service agreements and contracts with employment agencies companywide. 

• Monitors and manages the expenses related to agency fees reducing the organizational dependency on the third party agencies.

• Managed yearly collegiate recruitment efforts across US & MX resulting on average in 1,000+ applications, with 30 Graduate Trainees, 17 interns hired with an 80 % retention rate post programplacement

Talent Acquisition Manager & Early Careers Program Manager

• Assists in developing and formalizing Recruitment Strategy/Channels/Campaigns to source candidates 
• Develops and grows company’s presence on social media and professional platforms. 
• Assists in overseeing the SKNA online application system including reviewing and improving the ease of 
   the SKNA application process 
• Manages the operation of the Graduate Trainee/Internship Programs for US & Mexico, including 
   university recruitment, resume review, logistics, development and training activities, coaching, reviews, 
   placements, etc. 
• Contributes innovative ideas to improve Graduate Trainee/Internship Programs
• Assists in the development and management of the SKNA Learning and Talent Management System 

Learning Organizational Development & Recruitment Project Manager

Korn Ferry

•		Develop social media strategies and identify social media opportunities
•	Create consistency and distinction across all social media platforms
•	Support the development and distribution of content with operations
•	Stay up to date on current marketing tools and trends
•	Act as an advisor, consultant and expert to both external and internal teams/clients
•	Understands  both Futurestep and the Client’s brands, markets and be able research and           implement new and scalable solutions
•	Manages multiple projects and collaborate to influence others
•	 Produce results and has the flexibility to identify and respond to changing priorities as needed
•	Develops job posting strategies

Recruitment Marketing Specialist

- Selected to participate in the Talent Academy 2 month training program – on boarding topics included HR law and regulations, contract negotiation, giving and receiving feedback, employee retention and recognition, diversity and inclusion, candidate care, and hiring process
- Contributed to recruitment project for client in need of 1000 hires in 3 months

As a member of Korn Ferry Futurestep, the Associate Recruiter will be responsible for ensuring a strong potential candidate pipeline strategy for all Futurestep RPO/Project clients through indirect and direct candidate sourcing, sourcing channel optimization and proactive development of talent pools. To achieve personal targets and contribute to the overall success and positive image of Futurestep through candidate and client interaction, demonstrating the highest level of ethical behavior and personal integrity with a positive and pro-active communication style with peers and colleagues building effective relationships within and across the business.

Associate Recruiter

University of Oklahoma

•	Evaluate student transcripts and upload transcripts into university system 
•	Utilizes different interfaces such as Banner and Laserfiche to aid students and staff in resolving issues 
•	Answers prospective students and family’s questions via phone conversations and email

Student Admissions Representative

Oklahoma City Convention & Visitors Bureau

•	Serve as a liaison between meeting planner, meeting facility staff, and hotel staff.
•	Schedule a welcome speech for opening sessions from an Oklahoma City Convention & Visitors Bureau representative.
•	Provide contact names and phone numbers for various suppliers such as tour companies, entertainment, speakers, decorators, caterers, rental companies, audio- visual companies, etc. 
•	Assist with transportation, including trolley route information, airline schedules or private shuttle services. 	 
•	Provide DVDs or pictures highlighting various Oklahoma City destinations and attractions to promote attendance.
•	Provide collateral materials, such as official Oklahoma City Visitors Guides, Oklahoma City area maps, coupons to local attractions, and maps of cultural districts and attractions, such as Bricktown.
•	Provide promotional items for convention attendees.
•	Provide VIP gifts for guest speakers or special guests.
•	Use different social media tools to attract more publicity and attendance to your event.
•	Send out Convention Alerts to our industry partners before your event.

Sales and Services Intern

CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA Insurer

• Assist insured’s with filing homeowner related claims during First Notice of Loss 
•  Trained in Claims Administration System, Xact-Analysis and AAA Insurance Policies
• Coordinated a volunteer event with the other interns for Positive Tomorrows; an elementary school for homeless children

Home Owner's Claims Adjuster Intern

•	Schedules special tours from 1st through 12th grade students
•	Takes inventory for recruitment materials and restocks as necessary 
•	Gives speeches to prospective students and families 
•	Answers prospective students and family’s questions via phone conversations and email

Student Director of the Visiting Center

•	Guides prospective students and families on a 90-minute walking tour
•	Connects prospective students to correct facility and other pertinent information
•	Demonstrates my comprehensive knowledge about the University of Oklahoma 
•	Displays my passion for the current students, staff and programs

Student Recruiter - Tour Guide

•	Provides information to prospective students
•	Gives detailed tours of OU campus to Special Tour Groups 
•	Schedules tour groups for prospective students, alumnae and private tours
•	Answers phone calls and emails regarding questions about the university and Norman 
•	Takes inventory of t-shirts, office supplies, and degree sheets etc.

Visiting Day Assistant

As a seasoned Talent Acquisition and Early Career Programs Leader, I've spent over 8 years shaping the recruitment strategies and employer branding efforts for leading organizations across various industries. My passion lies in connecting top talent with opportunities that drive both personal and organizational success, while fostering inclusive workplaces.


Areas of Expertise:
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Strategy
University Relations & Early Career Programs
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Organizational Development & Change Management
Leadership Development & Training
Strategic HR Partnership & Employee Engagement

Recognized by Ripple Match Career Forward Award, Large Employer 2023 & 2024

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