Kayla B.

Kayla b.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Educational Counselor | Project Manager

  • Education

    • Wofford college

      2010 - 2014
      Bachelor's degree mathematics 3.6

      Activities and Societies: Graduated Cum Laude Alpha Phi Omega, Judicial Commission, Residential Assistant, Teacher Assistant for Chemistry, Tutor for Mathematics Department, and Old Gold & Black Staff Me bet

    • The university of auckland

      2013 - 2014
      Study abroad program youth development

      Focused on Mathematical Instruction within Youth Development programs

    • North carolina state university

      2019 - 2021
      Master of education - med college counseling and student development 4.0

      Activities and Societies: Military and Veteran Services; Invited to Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society (CSI)

  • Experience

    • Us army

      Jul 2010 - May 2014
      Rotc cadet
    • Wofford college

      Aug 2010 - May 2014

      - Developed an inclusive community among 100 residents, maximizing positive resident interactions- Collaborated with other Resident Assistants to execute creative programs, fostering student development politically, socially, and culturally- Implemented and enforced all College and On Campus Housing policies- Mediated and provided conflict resolution in a professional and timely manner- Consulted students with day-to-day problems such as their studies and personal lives to help them come up with solutions Show less

      • Teaching Assistant

        Sept 2012 - May 2014
      • Resident Assistant

        Apr 2012 - May 2014
      • Tutor

        Sept 2011 - May 2014
      • Photographer

        May 2011 - May 2014
      • ROTC Cadet

        Aug 2010 - May 2014
    • La fitness

      May 2012 - Aug 2012
      Club attendant

      - Set up, maintained, and cleaned equipment for over 500 members using gym facility to ensure a clean and safe facility at all times- Organized and managed required inventory for guests - Provided child care services for members as part of our Fit Parent program- Developed and led introductory programs to all potential clientele to familiarize them with the gym’s amenities

    • Java city

      Jan 2014 - May 2014
      Barista

      - Prepared all types of house beverages from coffee, tea to hot chocolate- Managed and maintained all brewing equipment- Managed cashiering station and accounted for all purchases throughout shift- Conducted end of day and end of month inventory- Reviewed par stock levels of coffee shop- Attended to requests, comments, and concerns from customers

    • Duke university talent identification program

      Jun 2014 - Jul 2014
      Resident counselor

      - Fostered a healthy and safe environment for 20 campers to enjoy course curriculum provided over the summer- Created extracurricular activities to bolster relationships between campers

    • Us army

      Jul 2014 - now

      - Analyze specific intelligence training needs through observation, inspections, and review of the training status and mobilization readiness of each subordinate unit- Review training directives and materials issued by higher headquarters and issue and execute implementation instructions to subordinate units- Write and coordinate local intelligence regulations, circulars, and other policy letters for the brigade- Provide intelligence guidance to subordinate unit commanders in establishing specific training plans, programs and schedules in accordance with directives, programs, plans, and schedules from higher headquarters- Gather and disseminate all intelligence information to provide key leaders the necessary information to be prepared for the WAREX 86-21-02- Design and implement safety protocols to maintain required safety regulations for entire brigade- Foster a culture of dignity and respect for all Soldiers by relying on her expertise in the Army's SHARP and EO programs to foster a dignity and respect-for-all climate - Selected to become the primary Victim Advocate for the Brigade to ensure the Commander's intent of zero-tolerance for any and all SHARP incidents transpired- Led three Brigade-level Officer Professional Development programs to over 30 officers and one Brigade-wide training on Controlled Unclassified Information to over 200 Soldiers- Culminated over 10,000 line items between three systems (CSMM, JPAS, and DISS) to ensure each Soldier was correctly in-processed and had the required security clearance to perform unit actions Show less - Managed 200 personnel to effectively conduct the global ballistic defense mission throughout Central Command- Created a significant budget plan that supported the life sustainment of 94 personnel and all material resources within the unit- Developed and implemented programs in order to assist continued development of site location to maximize mission efficiency- Initiated, resourced, and refined contracts to support operational readiness in order to increase unit productivity- Led five departments, to include personnel, communications, clearances, and supply management, to effectively complete all of the unit’s objectives- Mentored subordinate supervisors to effectively lead their assigned sections, along with prepare them for the next promotion- Selected as a Sexual Assault and Harassment Victim Advocate to enforce the zero-tolerance policy against any and all sexual misconduct within a unit assigned 300 personnel Show less - Served as the Deputy Director for the only U.S. Army Joint Land Attack Cruise Missile Defense Elevated Netted Sensor System- Supported 121 personnel through management to effectively conduct the strategic homeland mission- Led four departments, to include personnel, communications, and supply management, to effectively complete all of the unit’s objectives- Acted as the crucial liaison and coordinated with several agencies in order to effectively complete all assigned objectives for the unit- Selected as an Equal Opportunity (EO) Leader in order to enforce the zero-tolerance policy against any and all EO misconduct within a unit assigned 121 personnel- Developed and mentored subordinate supervisors in order to develop them for the next promotion Show less

      • Acquistion and Analysis Team Lead

        Apr 2024 - now
      • Intelligence Analyst, C4ISR Team Lead

        Nov 2022 - Apr 2024
      • Deployment Project Manager

        Jul 2022 - Nov 2022
      • Brigade S-2, Intelligence Section Lead

        Oct 2018 - Jul 2022
      • Operations Officer

        Jul 2017 - Oct 2018
      • Executive Officer

        Jan 2016 - Jun 2017
      • Platoon Leader

        Jul 2014 - Dec 2015
    • Myca: material handling

      Aug 2018 - Jun 2019
      Account manager

      - Oversaw material handling indirect spend for both Masonite and Crossville accounts- Continuously researched for opportunities to optimize cost savings, resulting in over $300,000 in savings in a full pay period- Implemented sustainable processes to review all customer concerns and handle any critical transaction issues- Negotiated contracts with current and new suppliers to provide best rates to clients

    • North carolina state university

      Aug 2019 - May 2021

      - Served as career coach and professional development instructor to Poole College of Management MBA students- Conducted one on one coaching appointments focused on resume reviews, mock interviewing, career assessments, job search strategies, and network outreaching- Designed and executed workshops to educate students on current trends, intern/entry level opportunities and fundamental professional development tips to students- Consulted and collaborated with counseling staff regarding trends, upcoming events, and open student opportunities- Assisted in generating marketing and outreach strategy through reviewing and launching new website Show less - Facilitated a coordinated set of strategies and processes for delivery of career services to over 700 masters and PhD level Computer Science (CSC) students- Planned and coordinated recruitment activities and events including Navigating Networking Events, Technical Mock Interviews, and Career Fair & Interview Preparation Panel Discussion- Resourced and executed programs including the Progressive Undergraduate Recruitment Dinner and Student Voices Panel- Created and analyzed reports regarding student engagement opportunities in order to optimize CSC experiences- Provided small group career development programs on topics such as resume writing, career fair prep, and job/internship searching- Implemented strategies to coach CSC graduate students including job search strategies, networking, resume writing, cover letters, follow-up, social media, self-marketing plans, mock interviews, ethics, and salary negotiations- Managed day-to-day access and usage of CSC Graduate Career Services suite including interview rooms and drop-in office Show less

      • Career Coach

        Jan 2020 - May 2021
      • Computer Science Career Services Graduate Intern

        Aug 2019 - May 2021
      • Military Veteran Services Work Study Student

        Aug 2019 - May 2021
    • Elsmere education

      Apr 2021 - Jul 2022
      Student success coach

      - Managed over 800 master level students to provide ongoing support throughout their programs; programs include Social Work, Finance, Geospatial Technology, Natural Gas Engineering Management, Hydrology, Data Science, Industrial System Engineering, Computer Science, and Civil Engineering - Served on a committe launching two new online educational programs with partner universities: Business Analytics and Supply Chain management- Maintained a retention rate of 92% across all programs through practices of solution focused therapy and monitoring academic success using SalesForce, Dropout Detective, and Canvas- Created customized degree plan for various programs to maintain a 94% graduation rate and completed registrar activities- Provided trainings via Zoom to ensure 250 students were prepared for online courses after acceptance and provided resources to maximize time management strategies- Developed meaningful relationships with students and faculty through person-centered focus approaches - Member of the Community Impact Committee, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) committee, and Project Impact Committee to create a more holistic experience for employees at Elsmere Show less

    • University of colorado skaggs school of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences

      Nov 2022 - now

      The Academic Compliance & Support Coordinator is part of a dynamic team supporting introductory and advanced experiential placement. Responsible for exercising discretion, analytical skill, personal accountability and responsibility in a wide range of areas including academic, administrative, managerial and student services functions. Work involves creating, integrating, applying and sharing knowledge directly related to a professional field. Work is performed fully independently in work sites such as community pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and others. Show less

      • Academic Services Program Manager Change and Education Initiatives

        Feb 2024 - now
      • Senior Academic Compliance & Support Coordinator | Project Manager

        Nov 2023 - Feb 2024
      • Academic Compliance & Support Coordinator

        Nov 2022 - Nov 2023
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • National certified counselor (ncc)

      The national board for certified counselors
      Mar 2022
      View certificate certificate
    • Career identity advocate

      North carolina state university
      Dec 2019
    • Qpr (question, persuade, refer)

      North carolina state university
      Dec 2019
    • Green zone training

      North carolina state university
      Aug 2019
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Fitness Instructor - Cycle

      Issued by Al Udeid Air Base on Dec 2017
      Al Udeid Air BaseAssociated with Kayla B.
    • Student Volunteer

      Issued by United Planet on Jun 2009
      United PlanetAssociated with Kayla B.