Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
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Kristie Powe
Frankfort,KY
Summary
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Legislative Research Commission
Constituent Services Analyst
01.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Leverage comprehensive expertise in computer, verbal, written, and organizational skills to compose correspondence on behalf of legislators, address inquiries from constituents / legislators, as well as initiate communication with external agencies, committee staff, and other institutions for information
- Conduct thorough research on local, state, and federal laws and programs to stay well-informed with current events
- Navigated interpersonal interactions with legislators, guided constituents through issue resolution processes, and ensured concerns addressed satisfactorily
- Fostered effective communication channels and offered valuable insights on local matters while serving as liaison between legislators, constituents, and state department heads.
Masque Off LLC
CEO Brown Like Me
01.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Facilitate program to help embrace multifaceted identities, enabling participants to break free from societal pressures of feeling obliged to conform to a specific group, being subjected to tokenism, stereotypes, labeling, or social exclusion
- Streamline workflow by managing wide range of tasks
- Developed and implemented "Brown Like Me," an empowering platform for young women of color aged 12-17; fostered environment for minorities to openly articulate experiences in educational settings, social circles, and communities
- Nurtured supportive atmosphere where artistic expression serves as medium for self-discovery; empowered young women to embrace true selves without compromising authenticity to gain acceptance.
Independent Insurance Agent
01.2013 - Current
Job overview
- Develop comprehensive coverage proposals, detailing premiums, payment plans, and policy specifics
- Ensure compliance with state regulations on licensing, advertising, and product offerings
- Cultivate as well as maintain strong professional relationships with key stakeholders
- Facilitated clients by providing information on policy details, exclusions, riders, and endorsements
- Assured client satisfaction and loyalty by cultivating and maintaining long-lasting relationships.
Education
Kentucky State UniversityFrankfort, KY
Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology
University Overview
MUMA College of BusinessMiami, FL
DEI Certification in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
University Overview
Lindenwood UniversitySaint Charles, MO
Instructional Design MS (in progress)
University Overview
Skills
- Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Management
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Organizational & Employee Sustainability
- Change Management
- Leadership & Design Thinking
- Employee Engagement
- Cross-team Collaboration
- Performance Optimization
- Relationship Building
Affiliations
Affiliations
- President & Member, Focus on Race Relations (FORR)
- Board Chair, Frankfort Human Rights Commission
- Member, Frankfort Rotary
- Member, Kiwanis
- Member, NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)
- Member, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Qualifications Summary
Qualifications Summary
Influential leader with excellence in navigating organizational landscapes and fostering positive environment through execution cooperative leadership. Known for initiating "Brown Like Me" with keen focus on nurturing supportive atmosphere, encouraging artistic expression, empowering young women to embrace true selves without compromise to gain acceptance. Instrumental in designing and coordinating DEI interventions to increase employee diversity and support business objectives. Strong speaker and respected consultant; skilled in facilitating programs that empower participants to break free from tokenism, labeling, and social exclusion. Recognized as a culture builder by leading in front, building core values, and communicating with inspiration and clarity.
Certification
- Licensed Life and Health Insurance Agent - 2013-Present
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
CEO Brown Like Me
Masque Off LLC
01.2021 - Current
Constituent Services Analyst
Legislative Research Commission
01.2016 - Current
Independent Insurance Agent
01.2013 - Current
Kentucky State University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology
MUMA College of Business
DEI Certification in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Lindenwood University
Instructional Design MS (in progress)
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