Open To Work
Beth Brandes
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainer & Facilitator (Part-Time)
Bonfire Training
Remote, IN
05.2024 - Current
- Delivered onboarding and professional development for corporate clients, ensuring the adoption of new practices and alignment with organizational goals.
- Maintained a 95% client satisfaction rate by tailoring training to stakeholder needs and measuring outcomes against KPIs.
- Facilitated interactive training sessions to enhance engagement and knowledge retention.
School Counselor
Cathedral High School
Indianapolis, IN
08.2019 - Current
- Manage portfolio of 200+ student and family accounts, achieving 100% renewal for college acceptance.
- Facilitate professional learning sessions for staff and families, driving adoption of digital resources.
- Leverage CRM and LMS platforms to track engagement and deliver data-driven insights to leadership.
- Launch school-wide initiatives that improved resource adoption among 1,100+ students and staff.
- Drive instructional outcomes through alignment with school improvement goals in learning sessions.
Consultant (Part-Time)
College Planning Network & POM College Consulting
Remote, IN
08.2015 - 12.2024
- Delivered individualized coaching to students and families throughout admissions lifecycle from discovery to enrollment.
- Developed tailored outreach strategies, resumes, and recommendation letters to enhance client success.
- Strengthened institutional partnerships through strategic communication and personalized engagement.
Director of Guidance & College Counseling, Varsity Softball Coach
Guerin Catholic H.S.
Noblesville, IN
08.2006 - 08.2019
- Scaled comprehensive client success program for over 800 accounts, achieving 100% renewal in college acceptance.
- Implemented systems to monitor KPIs for school improvement initiatives, providing insights on strengths and risks.
- Represented organization at regional events to foster partnerships and collaboration.
- Established and coached varsity softball team, showcasing entrepreneurial leadership and culture-building.
Middle School Teacher & Coach
MSDLT and IPS
Indiana, Indiana
08.2001 - 06.2006
- Enhanced student engagement and outcomes through differentiated instruction and mentorship for diverse learners.
- Coached high school and middle school girls' softball teams, fostering collaboration and program culture.
Education
Certificate in School Management & Leadership -
Harvard Graduate School of Education & Harvard Business School
Online
Graduate Student - Licensed Mental Health Counseling (LMHC)
Indiana University
M.S. - School Counseling, National Certified Counselor (NCC)
Butler University
B.S. - Education- Indiana Teaching License
St. Joseph's College
Skills
- Professional learning and instructional support
- School improvement implementation
- Training delivery
- Stakeholder engagement
- Data analysis and reporting
- Key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Customer success initiatives
- Partner retention strategies
- CRM expertise
- LMS proficiency
- Active listening
- Train-the-trainer programs
- Program management
- Presentations and demonstrations
- Interpersonal communication
- Client engagement strategies
- Conflict resolution skills
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC)
- NCAA Advisory Council Committee Member
- NACAC & INACAC
- Indianapolis Women Leaders Association
Open To Travel
True
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Trainer & Facilitator (Part-Time)
Bonfire Training
05.2024 - Current
School Counselor
Cathedral High School
08.2019 - Current
Consultant (Part-Time)
College Planning Network & POM College Consulting
08.2015 - 12.2024
Director of Guidance & College Counseling, Varsity Softball Coach
Guerin Catholic H.S.
08.2006 - 08.2019
Middle School Teacher & Coach
MSDLT and IPS
08.2001 - 06.2006
Certificate in School Management & Leadership -
Harvard Graduate School of Education & Harvard Business School
Graduate Student - Licensed Mental Health Counseling (LMHC)
Indiana University
M.S. - School Counseling, National Certified Counselor (NCC)
Butler University
B.S. - Education- Indiana Teaching License
St. Joseph's College