Community & Workforce Systems Leader
I design and strengthen workforce and community systems that connect people, employers, and institutions to opportunity—turning ideas into structured, sustainable regional impact.
Across Indiana and Massachusetts, my work has focused on workforce development, employer engagement, and community-based economic systems that strengthen regional talent pipelines and expand access to opportunity.
Core Focus Areas
Workforce & Employer Systems Development
Building and strengthening employer engagement strategies, talent pipelines, and regional workforce alignment initiatives.
Community & Economic Development Strategy
Supporting cross-sector initiatives that expand local capacity, leadership, and participation in community and economic systems.
Cross-Sector Program Design & Implementation
Designing and implementing structured programs that connect education, workforce, and community stakeholders into coordinated action.
Professional Approach
I bring a relational and systems-oriented approach grounded in collaboration, follow-through, and cross-sector alignment.
My work centers on:
Building trust across employers, educators, government, and nonprofit partners
Translating strategy into actionable programs and initiatives
Strengthening systems that connect people to opportunity
Supporting regional efforts that require coordination, facilitation, and implementation
Advancing initiatives from concept through execution
I am known for being highly engaged in both strategy and implementation, ensuring that ideas move into action and sustained outcomes.
Selected Work
Eastern Indiana Works
Led employer engagement strategy across a nine-county workforce region, engaging approximately 1,000 employers and supporting the development of talent pipeline initiatives and workforce programs aligned with regional economic needs.
Do-It-Yourself Lowell
Served as Executive Director for a grassroots nonprofit focused on civic engagement and community-led programming, overseeing organizational strategy, fundraising, program development, and the implementation of community-driven initiatives.
Career Discovery Guide (14-County Initiative)
Developed a regional career exploration tool supporting school districts, career coaches, and employers in strengthening career readiness and employer engagement across a multi-county workforce region.
Keep Indiana Learning – Industry Experiences
Designed and supported the development of experiential learning programs connecting educators, employers, and workforce partners across East Central Indiana.
CURRENT FOCUS / CAREER DIRECTION
I am currently seeking opportunities in:
Workforce Development Leadership
Regional Economic Development Strategy
Employer Engagement & Talent Pipeline Design
Community & Cross-Sector Systems Leadership
Program Strategy, Development, and Implementation Roles
CONNECT
I welcome opportunities to connect with organizations and teams working to strengthen workforce systems, regional collaboration, and community-driven economic development.
