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Dr. Nicole Nunn-Faron

Dardenne Prairie,MO

Summary

Strategic operations leader with proven expertise in organizational transformation, program development, and performance optimization. Track record of leading comprehensive system changes that drive exponential growth while maintaining excellence and regulatory compliance. Recognized with a U.S. Presidential Service Award for operational excellence. Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and implementing data-driven solutions that maximize organizational effectiveness. Skilled at building high-performance teams, forging strategic partnerships, and translating vision into measurable outcomes.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Education Department Chair

St. Charles Community College
06.2013 - 07.2024

Program Development & Growth

  • Scaled flagship program from 50 to 425 participants (750% growth) through strategic market analysis and innovative program design
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive onboarding program for talent development, resulting in improved retention and performance metrics
  • Created and executed data-driven growth strategies that consistently exceeded organizational targets


Operational Leadership & Innovation

  • Led end-to-end operations including strategic planning, resource allocation, and performance management
  • Implemented comprehensive data analytics framework to drive operational improvements and inform strategic decisions
  • Designed and maintained efficient operational systems to manage rapid organizational growth
  • Established new revenue streams through innovative program development and market expansion


Compliance & Quality Management

  • Managed complex regulatory compliance requirements across multiple stakeholder groups
  • Developed and implemented quality assurance frameworks to maintain operational excellence
  • Led successful accreditation initiatives, ensuring adherence to industry standards
  • Created systematic approaches to risk management and quality control


Strategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Management

  • Built and maintained strategic relationships with key stakeholders to drive organizational success
  • Developed cross-functional partnerships to enhance operational effectiveness
  • Led collaborative initiatives with external partners to expand market reach
  • Managed communication strategies across diverse stakeholder groups

ADMINISTRATOR | SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT INIT

St. Louis Public Schools
08.2009 - 05.2013

• Drove 14.9% improvement in organizational performance through strategic initiative implementation
• Led strategic planning and execution of large-scale improvement initiatives, demonstrating proven ability to drive organizational change
• Implemented comprehensive data-driven decision-making processes, creating systems to measure progress and inform strategic decisions
• Established and led cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaborative leadership and continuous improvement
• Designed and delivered targeted professional development programs, enhancing team excellence and performance metrics
• Managed resource allocation and staffing optimization to support organizational objectives
• Led change management initiatives across multiple operational units
• Developed and executed comprehensive improvement strategies

  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.

Education

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership

Maryville University of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MO
05-2013

Master of Arts - Administration

Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO
08-2006

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

Lindenwood University
St. Charles Missouri
12-1999

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Lindenwood University
St. Charles Missouri
12-1999

Associate of Arts - General Studies

St. Louis Community College
St. Louis Missouri
05-1998

Skills

    Strategic Planning & Implementation
    Program Development & Innovation
    Operational Excellence & Scaling
    Stakeholder Engagement
    Comprehensive Systems Transformation
    Strategic Partnership Development
    Performance Analytics & Assessment
    Team Leadership & Development
    Process Improvement & Optimization
    Budget & Resource Optimization
    Industry Alliance Building
    Data-Driven Decision Making

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

  • U.S. Presidential Bronze Service Award (2023)
  • President, Professional Association Division (2021-2024)
  • Advisory Council Member, State Regulatory Board (2016-2024)

Timeline

Education Department Chair

St. Charles Community College
06.2013 - 07.2024

ADMINISTRATOR | SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT INIT

St. Louis Public Schools
08.2009 - 05.2013

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership

Maryville University of Saint Louis

Master of Arts - Administration

Lindenwood University

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

Lindenwood University

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Lindenwood University

Associate of Arts - General Studies

St. Louis Community College
Dr. Nicole Nunn-Faron