AccessLex Institute

Educational trainer, delivering dynamic financial education workshops and presentations in-person and online; content expert, assisting with the creation of financial education programming and materials for 26 member law schools within the Northeast region (ME, NH, VT, MA, CT, RI, NJ, MD, DC) and a financial coach, conducting one-on-one counseling sessions on topics of personal finance. Focused on providing services to member law schools and partner organizations, their students and the graduate/professional and pre-law communities at large.

Regional Director, Northeast- Center for Education & Financial Capability

Dickinson College

Served as an integral member of the Strategic Enrollment Committee, proposing, testing, and implementing awarding policies and practices to ensure the strategic use of institutional funds for enrollment and retention, while meeting the full financial need of students. Overhauled aid offer communications to improve clarity and transparency. The resulting communication was recognized by Money.com as a best practice example. Initiated a transition to a fully paperless system for the processing of financial aid. Developed efficient and thoughtful emergency grant policies and procedures to quickly administer urgent federal financial assistance to students during COVID-19 pandemic.

Assistant Vice President for Enrollment & Director of Financial Aid

Developed and implemented awarding policies and practices to ensure the strategic use of institutional funds for enrollment and retention while meeting the financial needs of students and families. Supervised a staff of 7.  Served as a member of the Senior Enrollment Leadership Team. Managed an institutional grant budget of about $41M. Ensured compliance with federal and state aid regulations.

College Committee work: All- College Committee for Enrollment and Student Life, Strategic Enrollment Management Planning Sub-committee, Working Group for Substance Abuse Prevention Compliance. Enrollment Committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Director of Financial Aid

Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson Law

Prepared and presented complex data reports and performed analyses to evaluate recruitment
efforts. Created and executed programming aimed at increasing diversity in legal education. Visited undergraduate institutions to give presentations for pre-law students on financing a legal education, and represented the Law School at admissions recruiting fairs. Advised and counseled students regarding financial aid awards, application procedures, and programs of study. Coordinated the awarding of endowed scholarship funds and the Loan Repayment Assistance Program.

Director of Admissions and Financial Aid

Columbia Business School

Managed all communications, set up, and processing of Title IV aid for 8 classes of Executive MBA students per year. Counseled both full-time MBA and Executive MBA students on loan and scholarship options so that they can make the best decisions for their personal situation. Gave large scale financial aid presentations at admitted student and orientation events. Wrote and produced online video tutorials guiding students through the student loan and billing processes.

Associate Director of Financial Aid

Reviewed scholarship applications to assess need-based award eligibility utilizing the CSS profile and FAFSA. Packaged student awards and processed private loan certifications. Proactively contacted students regarding missing action items to prevent delays in processing of refunds. Collaborated with student affairs colleagues to provide orientation, exam administration, and graduation support.

Assistant Director Of Financial Aid

Columbia University

Provided billing and registrar services to parents and students. Trained temporary staff.
Drafted email templates for department use.

Student Services Representative

King George County Schools

Taught 9th-12th grade Theater, developed the county theater curriculum, directed a large drama club, overseeing 3 major theatrical productions a year. Managed up to 100 students and parent volunteers in cast and crew positions.

High School Teacher

My work focuses on breaking down financial barriers for students to attend reputable institutions and ensuring they have the best information possible to make strong financial decisions before, during, and after enrollment. 

I excel in environments that allow me to utilize my strengths of relationship building, idea generation, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration. I trained extensively in improvisational comedy and have provided many professional development seminars on how to improve communication and relationships using the tenets of improv.

Specialties: higher education, enrollment management, financial aid, financial literacy, higher education regulatory compliance, training, communications, public speaking, conflict resolution, mediation. 

Authorized to work in US and EU.

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