Caity Hoover, M.Ed., ACC

Experience

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  SightLife

  Mar 2011 - Nov 2011

  Administrative Assistant

  • Promoted to full-time position 1 month after being hired• Maintained and secured sensitive information, monetary donations, and classified documents• Performed complex clerical support for several departments, including greeting board members and guests, scheduling guest services, data entry, filing, and conference preparation

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  Coastal Bend Productions

  Jan 2012 - Jul 2013

  Project Coordinator

  • Transitioned team to a new organizational communications system that I developed • Supervised conference and event planning, communications, marketing, production and logistics, contracts and final budget closeout and reconciliation• Prepared and submitted post-event evaluation reports, including recommendations for methods to improve administrative procedures, attendee experiences, and monetary outcomes• Managed administrative responsibilities between multiple departments and deadlines Show less

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  Seattle University

  Sept 2013 - Jun 2015

  Program Coordinator of Student Alumni Ambassadors

  • Created and led task force in restructuring student organization and expanding overall program development in early 2014• Advised students on event planning and implementation, recruiting, marketing, budgeting and strategic planning• Supervised, trained, and evaluated 15 diverse student members on leadership and professional development • Oversaw social media and website campaigns • Measured student involvement through quantitative and qualitative assessments• Facilitated workshops on leadership skills, multicultural competence, professionalism, emotional intelligence and conflict resolution• Partnered with campus offices and schools to create programming and marketing that focuses on professional development and life skills• Researched and maintains best practices of 14 national universities • Collaborated with Career Services on programming for mentorship program involving alumni and students• Assisted with pre-event planning and day-of-event support• Served on campus committees with student development administrators to discuss and plan programming around student involvement, retention, safety and services Show less

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  UC Berkeley

  Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

  Center for Student Conduct Graduate Intern

  • Evaluated and created 7 educational, engaging and reflective academic misconduct and behavioral sanctions centered on community building and restorative practices using various mediums • Participated in collaborative case reviews, individualized student meetings, office and departmental staff meetings and professional development seminars • Engaged in trainings on topics such as hazing, identifying students of concern, partnering with university athletics and communicating with campus police• Observed the response to governmental audits, which established a sophisticated understanding of an organizational structure with an idiosyncratic student population• Developed a leadership curriculum comprised of lessons and activities on conflict resolution, ethical leadership, interpersonal skills, recognizing diversity, leadership theories, developing individual strengths • Created a strategic plan and designed educational programming for a weeklong series on academic integrity Show less

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  Texas A&M University

  Jan 2016 - Jul 2018

  Program Advisor

  • Trained 150+ students on programming, including budgeting, fundraising and writing grant proposals, logistical planning, risk management, volunteer management and program evaluations • Expanded student organization fair to host 470+ organizations with over 18,000 in attendance by adding informational meetings for active organizations’ leadership and event volunteers • Oversaw the coordination of student travel to meet executives from organizations, such as NASA, Blue Bell Ice Cream and Rackspace, Inc., and learn from their leadership experiences • Forged collegial partnerships with faculty members from 10 areas of study for an educational Last Lecture series on leadership • Documented student learning through qualitative and quantitative methods, which resulted in an organization to receive recognition as a high-impact practice by the Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs • Developed students to be peer mentors through retreats and workshops using a co-curricular syllabus and curriculum focused on leadership skills and facilitation strategies utilizing reflection and coaching techniques• Met regularly with student leaders to review goals and address student concerns on campus-wide programming and leadership development• Tracked and authenticate over 1,600 hours of service performed by students• Achieved a 132% increase in campus tours given by students through purposeful tour guide trainings and streamlining reservation process using an upgraded technological system Show less

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  Self-employed

  Jun 2018 - now

  Leadership and Mindset Coach

  • Provide personalized leadership and mindset coaching to clients from diverse backgrounds, empowering them to overcome self-limiting beliefs, navigate challenges, and create a roadmap for achieving their goals.• Conduct in-depth assessments to understand clients' current mindset, strengths, and areas for growth, tailoring coaching strategies accordingly to drive meaningful transformation.• Develop and implement customized coaching plans that incorporate a variety of techniques, such as cognitive reframing, goal setting, visualization, and accountability, to facilitate personal and professional growth.• Foster a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and beliefs, while providing guidance, feedback, and resources to facilitate their journey.• Utilize evidence-based practices and draw from fields such as positive psychology, neuroscience, and emotional intelligence to deliver impactful coaching sessions that create lasting mindset shifts.• Guide clients in developing self-awareness, resilience, and emotional intelligence, enabling them to navigate life's challenges with confidence and make empowered choices.• Track and evaluate clients' progress, celebrating milestones and adapting coaching strategies as needed to ensure continuous growth and development.• Stay updated with the latest research and trends in mindset coaching, attending workshops, conferences, and professional development opportunities to enhance coaching skills and expertise. Show less

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  Rice University

  Jul 2018 - now

  Assistant Director for Student Engagement

  • Improved the curriculum, logistics and training of leadership development retreat for 50 college students using assessment and leadership research, which resulted in an increase of participant applications by 42%• Hire, train and supervise student employees on administrative and financial tasks• Monitor the registration, finances, outreach and skills-related trainings for 286 student organizations and 1,400+ student leaders with the Associate Director of Student Engagement• Motivate student leaders through advising on event planning, financial development, marketing strategies, personal leadership and organizational development• Plan and coordinate bi-annual activities fair using a streamlined registration process that resulted in an initial increase of student organization participation by 12%• Oversee vision and strategic plan for the Club Genre Council System of 11 Club Genre Councils • Refine and standardize the financial policies and procedures for student organizations in the department Show less