Guide the development and implementation of policies and procedures to enhance organizational effectiveness and efficiency
Foster partnerships with other nonprofits, government agencies, and community organizations to enhance service delivery and impact
Oversee the organization's financial health, including budgeting, financial reporting, and audit processes
Support the executive director in identifying and addressing programmatic challenges and opportunities
Provide strategic direction and leadership to the board of directors, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and vision.
Founder: Head Nonprofit Management Consultant
Carlberg Consulting
03.2022 - Current
Conducted comprehensive organizational assessments to identify areas for improvement and growth
Developed strategic plans tailored to the unique needs of each nonprofit client, ensuring alignment with their mission and goals
Provided expert guidance on board development, governance, and leadership training
Secured millions of dollars in grant funding for a diverse portfolio of nonprofit clients across various sectors
Designed and implemented effective programmatic initiatives to address community needs and enhance service delivery
Guided organizations in establishing sustainable practices to ensure long-term success and stability.
Grants Manager
Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health (NOAH)
03.2022 - Current
Responsible for drafting compelling grant proposals, including detailed program descriptions and financial justifications, resulting in 1.3 million successful grant awards in the first six months
Conduct extensive research to identify and evaluate grant opportunities relevant to NOAH's mission and initiatives
Developed and maintained a comprehensive internal database of grant opportunities, deadlines, and application status, enhancing efficiency and organization in the grant-seeking process
Implemented a grant calendar and metrics system to track application deadlines and measure the effectiveness of grant acquisition efforts
Generated regular post-award reports for grantors, documenting the allocation of funds and the achievement of project goals.
Director of Development and Program Outcomes
Hushaby Nursery
06.2020 - 06.2022
Responsible for organization's grant portfolio including grant development, writing, reporting and compliance, securing over $1.7 million in funding awards in first 6 months and over $3.7 million in 2021
Engages with local and national funders, researchers, and partners to learn and use healthcare data to achieve administrative needs and goals, influence mission strategies, and remain alert and forward-thinking about opportunities and risks in the sector
Evaluate individual and organizational needs focusing on accelerating organizational performance for impact
Responsible for the organization's approach to measurement and evaluation for impact and accreditation.
Director of Innovation
West Valley OBGYN & West Valley Health Equity
06.2022 - 03.2022
Provide Board of Directors leadership in non-profit governance models, facilitate strategic planning, and build a roadmap for growth in alignment with organization's values and mission
Provide program design and implementation coaching and consultation in integrated care coordination with targeted inventions in medication-assisted treatment, health-supported housing, and legal services
Analyze new and existing programs to implement evidence-based practices that improve health outcomes and cost-effectiveness
Cultivates partnerships with local organizations, government entities, and healthcare stakeholders to enhance the organization's reach and effectiveness
Ensures the organization complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards
Facilitates developing and maintaining governance policies, procedures, and bylaws
Secured 2.7 million in grant award funding since September 2022.
Teacher: Advanced Placement Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
Blue Valley School District
01.2011 - 01.2021
Identified the need for virtual advanced placement curriculum for the school district, developed coursework to meet the approval of the Advanced Placement College Board Standards for district implementation
Taught online advanced placement curriculum maintaining rigor while utilizing various learning management systems.
Chief Strategy Officer
Maggie's Place
01.2019 - 06.2020
Ran the development of the strategic plan focusing on the long-term trends and outlooks for the organization while adhering to direction set by the Board of Directors
Ensured that appropriate metrics were in place to measure key performance indicators to meet the strategic goals
Engaged, presented and spoke with national and local funders, endowments, and community partners regarding funding opportunities and mission impact
Successfully designed the organization's approach to measurement and evaluation for impact and grant compliance
Grew grant writing portfolio by over 1.5 million dollars in local, state and federal awards.
Chief Program Officer
Maggie's Place
03.2014 - 01.2019
Oversaw programs and service delivery across every U.S
Maggie's Place homeless shelter and Family Resource Center
Provided organizational oversight, best practice compliance, new program creation and implementation
Directly supervised over 35 program department members, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, guidance; conducted team meetings and implemented programmatic trainings
Led evaluation team ensuring strategy implementation, data and research used for ongoing program improvement and strategic planning
Performed budget management tasks such as monitoring company performance against estimates and preparing over $2 million annual budgets
65% grant funding success rate.
Teacher: US History, Economics, American Government
Blue Valley High School
01.2006 - 01.2012
Maintained a respectful and engaging classroom environment
Implemented various standards based formative and informative assessments
Building Advisory Coordinator- responsible for planning, organizing and implementing school wide weekly grade level lessons focusing on college readiness
Responsible for writing grants and implementing school wide programming that related to college readiness
Building Mentor Program Coordinator-selected and trained upperclassmen to lead in freshmen orientation programming along with weekly classes to foster school success
Building Multi-Tiered Positive Behavior Supports Coordinator-created a pro-active program that rewards students for positive academic performance and respectful behavior
District Diversity Council Team Member.
Teacher
Northgate Middle School
01.2003 - 01.2006
Successfully implemented an active learning environment in the classroom through lesson planning and assessment with consistent classroom management strategies
Athletic Director, Student Council Sponsor, Team Leader, District Social Studies Curriculum Writing Team Member.
Education
Master of Science in Education - Curriculum and Instruction
The University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
12.2005
Bachelor of Science in Education - Middle/Secondary Social Studies Education
Board of Directors at Anthropology Of Consciousness, American Anthropological AssociationBoard of Directors at Anthropology Of Consciousness, American Anthropological Association