Experience

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  University of colorado colorado springs

  Jul 2012 - Jan 2015

  Residence hall manager

  • Supervised a team of 20 staff members responsible for 632 residents- leading initiatives to enhance student safety, diversity, and inclusion within a dynamic living-learning environment.• Coordinated large-scale residential events, including move-in days and annual siblings weekend, working with campus partners to deliver engaging, student-centered experiences for over 1,200 residents.• Established $50K program budgets for residence life, ensuring efficient use of resources and fostering an inclusive community through targeted programming.• Helped develop and launch the first off-campus residential community, collaborating with a nearby apartment complex to create a supportive and academically focused living environment for 200 students.• Served in on-call rotation, managing crises and maintaining communication with public safety, parents, and university officials in compliance with FERPA. Show less

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  University of colorado denver

  Jan 2015 - Sept 2017

  • Monitored and track badge system and badge access groups for ±275 students, faculty, staff, and contractors.• Updated higher education budget and track invoices for accuracy.• Approved invoices in CU Marketplace for all of CU South Denver.• Enhanced outreach and marketing initiatives, contributing to a 5% enrollment increase.• Oversaw scheduling of CU desk, security, and higher education space.• Established and fostered connections system wide, driving alignment with the mission of CU South Denver.• Updated and maintained the higher education section of the CU South Denver website. Show less

  • Academic Coordinator

    Jun 2016 - Sept 2017

  • Student Services Coordinator

    Jan 2015 - Jun 2016
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  University of colorado boulder

  Sept 2017 - May 2023

  • Spearheaded student engagement and retention strategies, resulting in a 5% increase in student retention, enhancing the graduate student experience.• Oversaw progress tracking system for 300 graduate students, maintaining records and utilizing data analysis to support academic advisement and identify intervention points to facilitate degree completion.• Planned and executed 20-30 high impact academic events annually, including orientations, graduation, specialty courses, guest lectures, and student engagement events.• Supported curriculum development efforts coordinating course proposals, working with the CU Student Information System, and ensuring the accurate integration of new courses into the program.• Oversaw hiring, training, and performance management of six staff, fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth through regular coaching and team-building activities.• Engaged in curriculum review and modifications based on evolving national trends, aligning educational offerings with industry standards and student needs. Show less • Maintained comprehensive administrative oversight, coordinating faculty and student schedules, managing communication channels, and ensuring efficient operations within the program.• Managed financial operations for MBA student services, overseeing a $200K budget, preparing reports, tracking expenditures, and ensuring budget compliance for student organizations and office programming.• Designed onboarding initiatives for 300 graduate students annually, creating resources and organizing events to assist new students acclimate to academic and campus life.• Maintained accurate procurement records, handled reimbursements, and processed expenses, adhering to university policies to ensure timely and accurate financial administration.• Implemented innovative programming initiatives supporting student engagement and leadership, leveraging systems like Canvas and Salesforce for streamlined student interaction and program tracking.• Supported cross-functional relationships with 15 campus departments, boosting program visibility and alignment with institutional objectives. Show less

  • Assistant Director Graduate Student Services

    Jan 2021 - May 2023

  • Full Time MBA Student Services Program Manager

    Sept 2017 - Jan 2021
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  University of colorado anschutz medical campus

  May 2023 - Feb 2025

  Physician scientist program manager

  • Direct program operations and administrative functions, supporting training for 42 scholars annually across multiple research programs.• Streamline recruitment initiatives, increasing quality applications by 15% - 20% year over year through targeted onboarding strategies and process improvements.• Provide fiscal oversight of $9M annual budget by tracking expenses, preparing financial documentation, and submitting official function forms, ensuring adherence to university financial policies. • Streamline five individual application systems into a unified platform, reducing administrative burden and processing time by 20% saving significant staff hours and improving efficiency.• Serve as a liaison between scholars, mentors, and administrative teams, facilitating effective communication and enhancing collaboration within academic programs.• Design and manage logistics for 15+ seminars, retreats, and career development events annually, ensuring seamless execution aligned with program objectives. Show less

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  University of colorado denver business school

  Feb 2025 - now

  Assistant director - executive mba recruiting

  • Develop and implement recruitment policies and practices to drive enrollment growth.• Manage the recruitment funnel to convert interest into enrolled students.• Set annual recruiting and enrollment goals to ensure financial sustainability.• Oversee the prospective student database and software systems for tracking and follow-up.• Build partnerships to expand program access, focusing on minority and underrepresented groups.• Review applications, conduct interviews, and evaluate candidates for admission and scholarships.• Partner with companies to support mid- to senior-level managers in the program.• Explore new markets to increase program awareness and enrollment.• Collaborate on the annual budget for student recruitment.• Develop and implement recruitment policies and practices to drive enrollment growth.• Manage the recruitment funnel to convert interest into enrolled students.• Set annual recruiting and enrollment goals to ensure financial sustainability.• Oversee the prospective student database and software systems for tracking and follow-up.• Build partnerships to expand program access, focusing on minority and underrepresented groups.• Review applications, conduct interviews, and evaluate candidates for admission and scholarships.• Partner with companies to support mid- to senior-level managers in the program.• Explore new markets to increase program awareness and enrollment.• Collaborate on the annual budget for student recruitment. Show less