Dr. Darian M. Lasenby
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Thurgood Marshall College Fund, excelling in data analysis and program evaluation. Proven track record in grant writing and strategic planning, fostering industry partnerships to enhance institutional capacity. Adept at effective communication and project management, driving impactful initiatives that strengthen organizational goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director for Capacity Building
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Remote
01.2025 - Current
- Led research and evaluation initiatives to enhance institutional capacity across HBCUs, HBCCs, and PBIs.
- Developed and implemented capacity-building initiatives aligned with institutional goals.
- Oversaw research, evaluation, and data collection efforts to ensure project success.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to identify and address capacity gaps.
- Designed and executed programs aimed at strengthening institutional capabilities.
- Coordinated program management activities with corporate partners for effective collaboration.
- Served as principal investigator on grant-funded research projects, ensuring compliance and quality.
- Established robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks to assess project impact.
Adjunct Lecturer
Howard University
Washington
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted lectures and seminars on diverse topics related to course material.
- Created innovative teaching approaches using interactive tools to simplify complex concepts.
- Provided constructive feedback to students on academic performance.
- Advised students on career options aligned with their fields of study.
- Maintained accurate attendance and grade records for all classes taught.
- Performed administrative duties, including managing course websites and maintaining office hours.
- Utilized technology resources such as online discussion boards and multimedia presentations.
Senior Manager for Research & Data Analytics
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Remote
07.2023 - 02.2025
- Conducted complex data collection and analysis, producing detailed reports and visualizations.
- Developed and submitted grant proposals while reviewing corporate partnership opportunities.
- Managed research internship programs to enhance student engagement and professional development.
- Ensured quality control of data and findings through rigorous validation processes.
- Supported Executive Director by providing comprehensive data analysis and reporting.
- Executed quantitative and qualitative research, synthesizing current literature for relevant insights.
- Served as lead writer for data-specific publications, creating technical reports and presentations.
- Created dashboards and visualizations using advanced tools to effectively communicate analyses.
Data Management Analyst
Infinite Technologies, LLC
Remote
01.2020 - 02.2025
- Executed data audits to identify and resolve quality issues.
- Developed data dashboards to visualize key metrics and analyses.
- Designed data governance frameworks and monitored adherence to quality standards.
- Created and managed databases to enhance data accessibility.
- Analyzed data trends and interpreted findings to inform strategic decisions.
- Recommended actionable plans for data quality improvement initiatives.
- Translated complex data insights into clear narratives for stakeholders.
Senior Data Manager
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Remote
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed data-driven projects to deliver actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
- Created and updated questionnaires for various survey projects, enhancing data collection quality.
- Developed presentations and reports for stakeholders, clearly communicating key findings.
- Assisted in execution of technology tools to improve project efficiency.
- Served as secondary contact for data extraction, facilitating timely information retrieval.
- Identified new research areas to drive innovation and enhance project scope.
- Answered requests for ad hoc reports, ensuring prompt access to critical data.
- Supported Senior Director by managing data outcomes to align with organizational goals.
Research Associate
Aperture Education, LLC
Remote
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with Research and Development team to drive innovative projects.
- Facilitated data collection and addressed inquiries in a timely manner.
- Developed data dashboards and performed comprehensive analyses.
- Participated in data collection efforts while managing databases effectively.
- Analyzed and interpreted complex datasets for actionable insights.
- Conducted literature searches and authored detailed reviews.
- Prepared research reports and presentations to communicate findings clearly.
Academic Coach
Walden University
Columbia
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Guided students in program selection and academic planning.
- Monitored students' academic progress to ensure alignment with educational goals.
- Facilitated student engagement with faculty to enhance learning opportunities.
- Maintained documentation of academic interactions for compliance and tracking purposes.
Data Management Associate
Bright Beginnings, Inc.
Washington
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Supported compliance and quality reviews for data management systems.
- Served as Site Administrator, ensuring optimal functionality of data management systems.
- Ensured data fidelity and generated program reports for stakeholder review.
- Designed and conducted training sessions on critical topics to enhance team knowledge.
- Communicated key data findings to leadership for informed decision-making.
Data Management Assistant
Bright Beginnings, Inc.
Washington
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Assisted in implementing strategic roadmap goals to drive organizational growth.
- Supported project teams in developing effective learning strategies.
- Designed and conducted training sessions on critical topics for staff development.
- Completed monthly reports and monitored data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Enrollment, Recruitment, and Outreach Assistant
Bright Beginnings, Inc.
Washington
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Conducted family recruitment by visiting various agencies.
- Set up information tables at community events to engage potential families.
- Completed intake process for incoming families to ensure thorough documentation.
- Updated records in Child Plus system to maintain accurate data.
Social Services Assistant
Bright Beginnings, Inc.
Washington
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Supported families in accessing essential social services.
- Responded promptly to crisis incidents, ensuring immediate assistance.
- Facilitated referrals to agencies for comprehensive support.
Independent Contractor-General
Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority
Detroit
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Monitored fidelity of program implementation to ensure adherence to protocols.
- Facilitated training sessions aimed at suicide prevention strategies.
- Assisted in conferences and data collection to support program evaluation.
Outreach Counselor
The University of Michigan’s Center for Educational Outreach
Ann Arbor
01.2012 - 12.2016
- Delivered programming across various subjects to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Engaged students actively while managing classroom behaviors effectively.
Education
Ph.D. - Developmental Psychology; Neuropsychology
Howard University
Washington, DC05-2033
Master of Science - Developmental Psychology; Neuropsychology
Howard University
Washington, DC05-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Biopsychology, Cognition, And Neuroscience
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI04-2016
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data analysis and reporting
- Research methodologies
- Statistical software proficiency
- Program evaluation
- Project management
- Curriculum design
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Industry partnerships
- Strategic planning
- Grant writing expertise
- SPSS and Tableau skills
- R programming
- HubSpot CRM management
- Scheduling and organization
- Written correspondence skills
- General office administration
- Trauma-informed care principles
- Learning management systems
Professional Conferences
- Leslie H. Hicks Research Symposium, Washington, DC, 2023
- Howard University 2023 Research Symposium, Washington, DC, 2023
Presentations
- The academic implications of childhood trauma among students of Afro-Descent: A subjective analysis, 04/01/23, Howard University 2023 Research Symposium, Washington, DC
- Understanding rater bias in the assessment of middle school students’ social and emotional competencies, 09/01/22, From Reckoning to Racial Justice: Centering Underserved Communities in Research on Educational Effectiveness, Arlington, VA
Research
- Association of Black Psychologists (ABPsi), Remote, Research Assistant, 01/01/22, Current, Collecting and writing quantitative and qualitative research.
- Cultural Socialization Lab (CSL) - Howard University, Washington, DC, Graduate Lab Coordinator, 01/01/21, Current, Developing and coordinating lab meetings and experiments.
- Cultural Socialization Lab (CSL) - Howard University, Washington, DC, Graduate Research Assistant, 01/01/17, 12/31/21, Data collection in the field.
- Capstone Institute - Howard University, Washington, DC, Graduate Research Assistant, 01/01/16, 12/31/17, Reviewing literature and conducting analysis.
- Michigan Longitudinal Study - University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, Undergraduate Research Assistant, 01/01/15, 12/31/16, Processing and coding data from a longitudinal study.
- Maternal Anxiety During Childbearing Years - University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, Undergraduate Research Assistant, 01/01/15, 12/31/16, Recruiting study participants and conducting assessments.
- PAASS African American Racial Identity Lab - University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, Undergraduate Research Assistant, 01/01/15, 12/31/15, Data collection and training in physiological measurement.
Certification
- QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer)
- Child Abuse Prevention, Trauma-Informed Care
- Tableau
- R Programming
- LMS Essentials
- CliftonStrengths
Affiliations
• Leslie H. Hicks Research Symposium Howard University, Washington DC (Presentation Accepted) 2023
• Howard University 2023 Research Symposium (Presenter) 2023
• National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) 2023 Convention (Presentation Accepted) 2023
• From Reckoning to Racial Justice: Centering Underserved Communities in Research on Educational Effectiveness. The Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness (SREE) Conference. Arlington, VA 2022
• Child Plus Training Scramble, Las Vegas, NV 2019
• Howard University Annual Research Day, Howard University, Washington DC 2017-2018
• Leslie H. Hicks Research Symposium Howard University, Washington DC 2017
• Faith-Based Substance Use Disorders Conference, Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority Detroit, MI 2016
• Raising the Bar Conference, Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority, Detroit, MI 2016
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Director for Capacity Building
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
01.2025 - Current
Senior Manager for Research & Data Analytics
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
07.2023 - 02.2025
Adjunct Lecturer
Howard University
05.2023 - Current
Senior Data Manager
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
01.2023 - 07.2023
Research Associate
Aperture Education, LLC
01.2022 - 12.2022
Academic Coach
Walden University
01.2021 - 12.2021
Data Management Analyst
Infinite Technologies, LLC
01.2020 - 02.2025
Data Management Associate
Bright Beginnings, Inc.
01.2019 - 12.2020
Data Management Assistant
Bright Beginnings, Inc.
01.2018 - 12.2019
Enrollment, Recruitment, and Outreach Assistant
Bright Beginnings, Inc.
01.2017 - 12.2018
Social Services Assistant
Bright Beginnings, Inc.
01.2017 - 12.2017
Independent Contractor-General
Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority
01.2016 - 12.2016
Outreach Counselor
The University of Michigan’s Center for Educational Outreach
01.2012 - 12.2016
Ph.D. - Developmental Psychology; Neuropsychology
Howard University
Master of Science - Developmental Psychology; Neuropsychology
Howard University
Bachelor of Arts - Biopsychology, Cognition, And Neuroscience
University of Michigan
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