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Hi, I’m
Jennifer Adams
Director of Innovation, Strategy & Leadership Engagement
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Summary
Dynamic professional with 15+ years in Collaborative Leadership, Policymaking, Strategic Planning & Implementation, Mediation & Legal Research. Proven problem-solver with effective project management skills & proactive attitude. Recognized for adaptability, creativity & teamwork, dedicated to impactful contributions via innovative stakeholder engagement & public-private partnerships to successfully navigate complex systems & unforeseen obstacles. Draws insights from experiences as former competitive athlete, congressional candidate, community leader & advocate for others & service on non-profit & government advisory boards at local, state & national levels.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
3
Certification
Work History
Florida Community Partnership
Exec Director of Innovation & Strategic Engagement
08.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Identify, target & partner with teams to achieve more than $30 Million in infrastructure contracts
- Expand profitability by 25% with analysis of data surrounding customer behaviors, vendor relationships, contract compliance, stakeholder goals & operational workflows, resulting in better alignment in operations
- Advance conflict resolution methods for stakeholders to improve communications & agreement on project outcomes & implementation strategies, resulting in 100% team member compliance
- Perform research analysis & impact assessments to advise Fortune 1000 companies, government agencies & employees to develop targeted strategies & alignment of policies for better health & economic outcomes
- Lead policy strategy on legislative matters & provide detailed knowledge of government practices, processes & stakeholders to implement innovative solutions for vast areas of policies from healthcare, education, technology, sustainability, governance & DV abuse, to voting rights, sports, infrastructure & transportation
University of Central Florida
Adjunct Professor Healthcare Law & Administration
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Graduate level course instructed students on healthcare administrative & regulatory law, health, contract, tort & employment law & judicial precedent with a review of legislative & judicial rules & laws governing health care industry & administration
- Create materials for lessons that illustrate course concepts & incorporate instructional technologies in course delivery for in-class & remote instruction & varied learning abilities
- Apply innovative teaching methods to further student learning objectives, real-world applications, & critical thinking analysis
- Guide students in researching, structuring & presenting summaries of legal cases, policies & analysis of ways to improve administration of health care, processes & risk mitigation
- Meet with students to provide study & career opportunities, advise & discuss potential pathways within chosen field
Howroyd Group
Legal Strategy & Research Consultant
01.2014 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Researched regulations, laws & policy articles to improve reports, communications & achieve KPI goals in 100% of project scopes leading to updated policies & procedural processes
- Developed & managed processes to compile data, study historical relevance, analyze results & produce persuasive implementation procedures & communications to reduce risk & increase stakeholder alignment by 50%
- Create summary reports to present stakeholders on policy gaps, operating inefficiencies, industry trends, budget & legislation development process
- Formulated public engagement platforms & ongoing feedback communication strategies for multi-sector team approaches/observations, receiving 100% positive feedback on projects & participation
Thread, LLC
Director of Operations
12.2006 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Led company-wide operations, budget reductions, customer relations & sales enhancement strategies, improving performance by 30% for employee first quarter sales goals
- Expanded inclusive, diverse & supportive work environment, infrastructure framework & communication channels, improving team productivity by 33%
- Managed ROI strategy, product development & vendor contract evaluations, leading to renegotiation with vendors & savings of $250k from prior year
- Implemented key performance indicators & analyzed research data & market trends to create reports & make presentations to stakeholders on goals alignment, compliance & updates on gaps & improvement needs to increase company resources, efficiency & manage program scaling for budgeting & fundraising efforts
Education
Washington University in St. Louis, Brown School
Master of Social Policy
University Overview
- Clark-Fox Leadership & Graduate Policy Scholar
- JD/MSP Dual Degree Program
- Specialization in Economic & Leadership Development & Organizational Management
Washington University in St. Louis, College of Law
Master of Law & Legal Studies
University Overview
- Conflict Dispute Resolution Certificate
- Concentration in Corporate Compliance & Health Law
University of FloridaGainesville, Florida
Bachelor of Science from Communications
University Overview
- Academic Scholarship
- Athletic Scholarship
- Dean’s List
Skills
- Team-Player, Mentor & Work Ethic
- Problem-Solving, Integrity & Quick-Wit
- Stakeholder Engagement & Coalition-Building
- Conflict Resolution, Commitment & Collaboration
- Public-Speaking, Written & Verbal Communications
- Leadership Development & Overcoming Obstacles
Affiliations
- Trinity Prep Athletic Boosters
- National Association for Community Mediation
- Association of Public Policy Analysis & Management
- Bob Graham Center for Public Service
- U.S. Department of State
- Skandalaris Think Tank
- League of Women Voters
- UF Alumni Association Mentor
- DKG International Society of Educators
- UNFCCC Official COP Observer
Certification
- Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator
- Digital Marketing Edith Bush Institute for Philanthropic Studies
- Impactful Fundraising Edith Bush Institute for Philanthropic Studies
Accomplishments
- Clark-Fox Leadership & Policy Scholar
- Former Congressional Candidate
- Clark-Fox Leadership & Policy Scholar
- U.S. Dept of State Community Ambassador
- Bob Graham Center for Public Service "Women in Leadership" Honoree
- Orlando Economic Partnership Political Leadership Selectee
- Athena Women Leadership Honoree for "Leading With Courage"
- UNFCCC Official Observer; LWV Statewide Advocacy Chair; NOW Legislative Director
- Served & led non-profit & government advisory boards at the local, state & national levels (i.e., economic development, sports, transportation, health care, law enforcement, courts, voting rights, environment, education, housing, domestic violence & governance)
Timeline
Adjunct Professor Healthcare Law & Administration
University of Central Florida
01.2023 - Current
Exec Director of Innovation & Strategic Engagement
Florida Community Partnership
08.2019 - Current
Legal Strategy & Research Consultant
Howroyd Group
01.2014 - 07.2018
Director of Operations
Thread, LLC
12.2006 - 12.2013
Washington University in St. Louis, Brown School
Master of Social Policy
Washington University in St. Louis, College of Law
Master of Law & Legal Studies
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science from Communications
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