Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Engagement Specialist
MICHIGAN FARM BUREAU FAMILY OF COMPANIES
Lansing, Michigan
12.2022 - Current
Collaborate across internal companies and deparments to ensure the successful implementation of CSR projects.
Develop and deliver reports summarizing research findings and community engagement efforts related to CSR activities.
Facilitate dialogue and collaboration between various Farm Bureau entities and external partners working on local childhood food insecurity eradication efforts.
Manage CSR budget and assist in strategic plan development as related to mission-aligned strategies aimed at enhancing corporate reputation and brand equity.
Relocation Specialist
ASSURED RELOCATION, INC
05.2021 - 10.2022
Oversaw the leasing process between policyholders and other interested stakeholders.
Collected and maintained records pertaining to ongoing property leases and housing placements, operating out of a remote office.
Negotiated contracts with vendors, such as moving companies or real estate agents.
Managed budgeting process for each transfer including tracking of expenses against allocated funds.
Intake Specialist
HOUSING ACCESS FOR WASHTENAW COUNTY
Ann Arbor, MI
12.2020 - 05.2021
Provided housing information and appropriate referrals relating to homeless and income-based housing services.
Completed comprehensive assessments in real time using HMIS, and prioritize the urgency of each housing crisis presented.
Provided technical assistance to parties in the COVID Emergency Rental Assistance Program participants.
Assisted consumers in utilizing a strengths-based approach to identify and secure housing-related resources.
Operations Specialist
SHELTER ASSOCIATION OF WASHTENAW COUNTY
Ann Arbor, MI
12.2016 - 04.2020
Connected clients to the resources necessary to obtain housing.
Kept accurate, up-to-date client records, utilizing the HMIS database.
Engaged the community to organize supplemental programs that provide life-saving services and provided onboarding for new volunteers.
MSW Intern
GROUNDCOVER NEWS
Ann Arbor, MI
01.2019 - 12.2019
Developed and implemented a scholarship program to assist homeless clients in returning to school.
Designed and conducted educational workshops to help representatives increase earnings and employable skills.
Collected, tracked, and interpreted vendor sales, using Access database.
Volunteer Group Facilitator
SAFEHOUSE CENTER
Ann Arbor, MI
01.2015 - 12.2015
Co-facilitated didactic program in the Huron Valley Women’s Correctional Facility
Education
MSW - Community Organizing, Mental Health
THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN - SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
01.2019
BA - Anthropology, Women’s and Gender Studies
THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN - DEARBORN
01.2015
Skills
Microsoft Office
Google Suite
Salesforce
Volunteer Hub
HMIS
Program development
Speech writing
Public speaking
Program Management
Timeline
Community Engagement Specialist
MICHIGAN FARM BUREAU FAMILY OF COMPANIES
12.2022 - Current
Relocation Specialist
ASSURED RELOCATION, INC
05.2021 - 10.2022
Intake Specialist
HOUSING ACCESS FOR WASHTENAW COUNTY
12.2020 - 05.2021
MSW Intern
GROUNDCOVER NEWS
01.2019 - 12.2019
Operations Specialist
SHELTER ASSOCIATION OF WASHTENAW COUNTY
12.2016 - 04.2020
Volunteer Group Facilitator
SAFEHOUSE CENTER
01.2015 - 12.2015
MSW - Community Organizing, Mental Health
THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN - SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
Client Services and Retention Specialist at Michigan's Farm Bureau Family of CompaniesClient Services and Retention Specialist at Michigan's Farm Bureau Family of Companies
Customer Service/Licensed Insurance Agent at Farm Bureau Insurance Of MichiganCustomer Service/Licensed Insurance Agent at Farm Bureau Insurance Of Michigan