Profile: Training Instructor ~ Project Management 11+ Years of Instructional Design Experience/Supply Chain Management Supply Chain Management Professional. Engaging and motivating educator able to instruct on a variety of subject matter to multicultural learners at all levels
Articulate and results-oriented Training Instructor and Program Management professional Known as a Subject Matter Expert; excel in partnering with management to clarify requirements, drive consensus and set expectations. Maintain optimal communications at all levels for information sharing and promoting best practices. Excel in needs assessment and gap analyses; readily interpret learning needs and apply innovative and creative strategies for optimal program outcomes. Computer skilled in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe InDesign, Adobe Captivate 7 -9, Adobe PDF, Camtasia, iSpring and Lectora; readily adapt to new programs and technologies. Knowledge and Practice of training methodologies and assessments: 360’s, MBTI, DiSC, PDI, DDI etc. High degree of professionalism with an established reputation for quality, satisfaction, and results. CORE COMPETENCIES INCLUDE:
*Instructional Designer * Graphic & Visual Design * Virtual Training/E-Learning * Curriculum Development * Program Management * Project Management * Automation & Technology * Needs Assessment/Gap Analysis * Supply Chain * Organizational Leadership * Communication (Written/Verbal) * Staff Training & Development
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Sirius Technical Contract for Chevron, (Oil Refinery), Pascagoula, MS (02/2017- Present) Cost Analyst, Financial Special Projects Part of Finance Special Projects Team. Projects include working across several business units and supporting various projects in varied capacities. Role and support includes yet not limited to Foreign Trade Zone, Fixed Assets, SOX, Stock Balance efficiencies and implementation. Primary Role includes: Efforts to gain a more synergized strategic alignment across business units and implementing the best business processes and practices. Projects and Skills include: Excel, ProMis, Maximo, SAP, SOX Testing, Timekeeping, IT, Auditing, Implementation, & Project Tracking
Pathway Adult Care, Moss Point, MS (05/2016-Present) Director of Operations & Business Strategies/Community Initiatives
Provide operational support. Manage operations, staffing, business development, marketing, and providing financial analysis and oversight. • Conduct ongoing strategic planning • Evaluate practice productivity and provide recommendations for improvement. • Evaluate new growth opportunities (diversification, expansion, or creation); review and approve any candidates for acquisition. • Assist with new practice integration. • As part of Executive staff, coordinate monthly financial and operational reviews with stakeholders • Coordinate accounts receivable and contract performance reviews • Review and approve annual budgets. • Maintain strong relations with healthcare administrations; provide budgetary, compliance, employee, and report. • Responsible for evaluation of Business Development Models. • Responsible for employee and health professionals contracts. • Responsible for signing off on the annual reports (ensuring that all relevant information has been incorporated into the projections). Focus: expertise, analytical, writing, research and creative skills on directing and supporting efforts to achieve facility long-term care relations/initiatives / census objectives. • Schedule and participate in community events to outreach targeted populations • Coordinate material, and activities for all outreach functions •Establish community partnerships and foster existing relationships to generate support for outreach initiatives • Maintain professional relationships with community partners • Schedule meetings with and deliver presentations to community partners to share information and maintain a community presence • Promote brand to targeted communities • Coordinate specific promotional information related to events, meetings, special projects and activities • Analyze, track and report on key metrics; Risk Management/Mitigation • Participate education and professional development programs
Sirius Technical Contract for Evonik, (Chemical Plant), Mobile, AL (09/2015-05/2016) Executive Administrative Support-Process Technology & Engineering - Americas/Global Organization Duties are yet not limited to Project Manager/Construction Manager Assignment correspondence and communication. Distribution of Project Responsibilities, Project Team, Business Lines (Units), Process Technology and Engineering. Report to Director and VP of Process Technology & Engineering - Global Affairs/Business to Business Expansion. Manage, Distribute Upper Management, Business Lines - PT & E Head & Project. Manage Database Project extending (Small, Medium, and Large Capital Projects). Responsible for Real Estate/Facility’s Needs & Accounts: Provides real estate services such as buying, selling and leasing; evaluates space requirements; provides project management and construction services; and manages the operations of office facilities, and evaluate development opportunities & work order and communicates with Process Control & Cost Control. Manages budgetary unit/department financials for PT & E Safety & Health Inspection Auditor/Safety Observations & Reporting Manages Procedures - Maintain employee access, denial, and removal Manages Compliance/Policies and reconcile discrepancies or provide proof of compliance Manages SAP Workflow Invoices, Procard Payments or Purchase Orders Manages Contractor Information: Confirmation letters, audited data, pay scale, pay rate increase etc.. Training Task Force Representative Manage and Monitor Processes
Huntington Ingalls Company (Shipbuilding/Shipyard), Pascagoula, MS (1/2013-3/2015) Project Management Analyst III, Supply Chain Management Integration Support the creation, development, and implementation of supply chain initiatives for this Naval Shipbuilding Company that supports the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marines. Apply plans and methods to optimize supply chain processes and reduce departmental and enterprise cost while growing profitability. Aide director in integration efforts; promote strong cohesiveness and collaboration within the enterprise that will optimize deployment. Supported Director on key projects and budgets for materials tracking that was a $4M initiative. Spearheaded company’s IDEAS Program, Supplier Suggestion Program, and Risk Management initiatives throughout the enterprise that improved supply chain operations and resulted in greater work efficiencies (i.e., IDEAS Program successfully mitigated $42M in cost). Set-up Suggestion Database Training Program; designed and created curriculum for Directors and VP’s that has become the pilot program the organization and trend for SCM Training. Promoted to Project Management Analyst III from a Procurement Audits Control Representative I position (i.e., first female, African-American Woman to attain this job status). Aided with implementation of Risk Management Program that recovered approximately $550M+ in materials and resulted in mitigation of $4M to $4.5M of risk. Huntington Ingalls Company (Shipbuilding/Shipyard), Pascagoula, MS (9/2011-1/2013) Procurement Planning Control Representative, Procurement Audits Reviewed and verified P.O. files were compliant to company’s processes and procedures and met specifications as set by FAR, DFAR, DOD, DCAA, and Purchase Guidelines. Created and maintained learning materials for the Mentor/Mentee Programs in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Captivate 5.5, and Adobe PDF. Increased participation in Mentor/Mentee Programs by 42% and netted a cost savings of $4.6M in training expenses over a 12-month period. Universal Pros for Chevron Oil Refinery, Pascagoula, MS (2/2011-9/2011) Learning and Development/Human Resources Associate (Contracted Assignment) Drafted coursework, created lesson plans, and revamped existing learning programs for this oil refinery company that serviced a global market of industry, military, and public entities. This included, but was not limited to, materials for Maintenance and Operator Training, and collaborated with SME to bring to life critical course content and materials. Created SWF, LMS, and other learning tools for course development. Performed administrative functions, provided test scores, and reported on HR metrics/data for grades and assessments. Key contributor to ground-breaking, global implementation of new program for the department. Created and updated the e-Learning and computer based training for the L&D and HR Departments; re‑created, scripted, and applied voiceover that saved company over $2.3M in new training expense. Liberty Tax Office Company, Ocean Springs, MS (11/2010-2/2011) Income Tax Preparer & Marketing Representative Consulted with client base that included individuals and sole proprietors, compiled and reviewed documents, and prepared/processed income tax forms. Verified financial information and forms for accuracy, submitted electronic documents to IRS System, and maintained client files. Increased client base by 37% and grew sales by 48% over prior year. Digital Opportunity Trust, Hattiesburg, MS (8/2009-5/2010) Technology Instructor Observed and assessed other instructors of this non-profit in the classroom and determined tools required to enhance instructional delivery. Advised instructors on usage of tools and technologies; communicated methods for creative and innovative enhancement of program delivery. Received approval by leadership for 53% of tools and technologies recommended for optimal training programs; maintained an overall 99% approval rating. Mitigated cost of training for over 217 teachers; saved the district approximately $1.9M in training expenses through on-site delivery; aided teachers with integration of new technologies into the classroom and reduced number of tech trouble tickets. Wrote a grant for the school and received Community Grant from Wal-Mart in Pascagoula, MS. Recipient of Timely and Productivity Award and other bonuses for instructional excellence and usage of technology in the classroom. Beautify the Meek, Gautier, MS (1/2003 – Present) www.beautifythemeek.weebly.com Volunteer/Chair/Management/Procurement Lead 501 (c ) 3 - Federal compliant Non-Profit Organization Subject areas taught included as well as applicable practices and responsibilities for Beautify the Meek as a non-profit: Warehouse Management; Inventory Management; Supply Requirements; and How to read and interpret complex governmental instructions and regulations in regards to non-profits and accountability. How to negotiate, interrupt , and explain purchases to audits and compliance regarding products and materials in the "fair-market" value realm of business Understanding best practices when partnering with other non-profits for materials, goods, products, and services. Wrote training material used to train clients, staff/volunteers. Manage, coordinate, and supervise grants and contracts from conceptual development stage through the final proposals Applied and wrote the appropriate federal contract language for 501 (c ) 3 application, compliance, and guidelines data. Partner with various events, domestic violence shelters, community out reaches to serve disenfranchised and/or battered women and tweens-teens Utilize skills as a professional Make-up Artist and Licensed Barber to uplift communities ( www.promakeupcreations.weebly.com) Lead & Conduct: Conflict resolution initiatives Ÿ Self-esteem Ÿ Life Coaching ŸWorkshops Provide consulting and training services to faculty in the development of effective teaching and learning strategies for face-to-face, blended, and online learning environments. Provide a variety of professional development opportunities in one-to-one, small group, and large group settings to faculty concerning teaching and learning that emphasize active learning. Design, develop and deploy appropriate assessment tools to measure and evaluate all critical aspects of training environments, including levels of faculty engagement, accomplishment of learning outcomes, and satisfaction with the learning experience. Ordained Chaplain and Minister - Victory International Christian Center, Ocean Springs, MS (2009 – 2012) Victory International Christian Center Community Development, Ocean Springs, MS (2010 – Present) Volunteer/Victory Land/Youth/ Non-Profit advisory to Victory Community Development
Responsible for assisting workshop, youth activities and event. Assisting youth in gaining and growing their relationship in Christ Jesus. Advised on the direction and potential grant, funding, and expansion opportunities for the Community Development. Victory International Christian Center Community Development, Ocean Springs, MS (2010 – Present) Responsible for 990’s tax compliance for the Community Development non-profit status
Restoration and Revival Center, Moss Point, MS (1996 – 2008) Volunteer/Youth Leader Responsible for workshop, youth activities and event. Assisting youth in gaining and growing their relationship in Christ Jesus
EDUCATION
Chaplaincy , Assembly of God Theological and Seminary, Springfield, MO. Soul Care, Christian Universitiy GlobalNET Post Graduate– Pastoral Counseling, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA Medical Assisting and Billing/Health Information Management, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA Masters of Educational Technology and Online Training, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA Masters Certificate of Educational Technology and Online Training, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA Bachelor of General Education – Cognates: Business & Technical Writing/Literary Works, University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND Bachelor of Science in Religious Studies, Excelsior College, Albany, NY Member of International Honor Society - Kappa Delta Pi