Daniel Lacks
Rochester,NY
Summary
As a strategic leader in the field of career development and education, I have consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to empowering individuals on their journey toward professional success, with a proven track record of creating and implementing innovative programs, which successfully guided countless students to realize their full potential and achieve their career aspirations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Professional Development & Career Ed
Simon Business School (University Of Rochester)
11.2021 - Current
- · Create and implement innovative career education and professional development programs tailored for graduate students enrolled at Simon Business School.
- · Design assurance of learning grid to assess student engagement, learning outcomes, and skill development related to career education and professional growth.
- · Lead team to develop a comprehensive career model with clear learning objectives and measurable outcomes.
- · Spearhead the development of an accessible online learning platform, leveraging advanced technology for seamless stakeholder engagement.
- · Author specialized career guides addressing the unique needs of graduate business students, enhancing their understanding and preparation for the job market.
- · Establish and nurture collaborative career pods involving alumni and corporate partners, enriching students' learning experiences.
- · Provide personalized coaching to graduate students in small group settings and one-on-one appointments, offering guidance on career positioning, job search preparation, internships, and negotiation strategies.
Regional Director, Career Services
South University
02.2017 - 11.2021
- · Provided leadership and sets strategy, goals, and objectives to meet employment goals for Columbia SC, High Point, NC, Atlanta, GA, and Montgomery, AL, including the Columbia School of Pharmacy.
- · Planned and implemented marketing strategies; helped cultivate long-term relationships with businesses to develop career opportunities.
- · Provided career counseling, job search, and other career related services to undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students.
- · Managed the Career Planning Center as it assisted all students in the development of career education, career identification, and the pursuit of opportunities commensurate with formal academic areas of focus.
- · Established external relationships with global business partners to identify internship and training opportunities for students, allowing them to gain applicable and marketable experiences.
- · Managed the Career Services budget, collected and reviewed data to improve the services provided, and acted as an advocate for South University-wide career services committees.
- · Developed and implemented on-campus events focusing on the student’s transition from academics to a professional career.
Director, Career Services
ECPI University
11.2015 - 07.2016
- · Implemented campus activities and events that had a positive impact on a non-traditional, for-profit University.
- · Recruited hired and trained Career Services Advisors and established accountability to which they were measured.
- · Developed new contacts with external organizations for the purpose of expanding employment opportunities for students and alumni.
- · A member of the University's leadership team, which was responsible for addressing student discipline and retention issues.
- · Provided leadership and strategic direction for the department.
- · Supported students, faculty, and staff by providing conflict resolution and crisis management.
- · Ensured that the department was compliant with all ECPI University policies and procedures.
- · Worked closely with degree programs, research centers, the Dean's Office, and key external stakeholder groups to expand and maintain an employer recruitment network and to develop and sustain a continuum of internships and job placements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Lee University
Cleveland, TNMaster of Science - Organizational Leadership
South University
Columbia06.2021
Skills
- Program Development
- Leadership
- Technology Proficiency
- Curriculum Design
- Coaching and Counseling
- Assessment and Evaluation:
- Staff Development
Timeline
Director, Professional Development & Career Ed
Simon Business School (University Of Rochester)
11.2021 - Current
Regional Director, Career Services
South University
02.2017 - 11.2021
Director, Career Services
ECPI University
11.2015 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Education
Lee University
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
South University
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