Lauren Prata
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational and industrial skills eager to secure entry-level Consulting position. Expertise includes applying core aspects and strategic approaches of organizational psychology to amplify HR, administrative and leadership success within, but not limited to, manufacturing industries. Experienced in developing solutions and organizational strategies based on data-driven approaches. Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Assistant
Radford I/O Graduate Program Director
2023.08 - Current
- Organized events and workshops for promoting learning outside the classroom, fostering a sense of community among students.
- Collaborated with the graduate program advisory board to develop a 3 year plan and course of action for the growth of the program.
- Displayed the program to donors and alumni by creating informative visuals of the projects completed.
- Directed implementation of recruitment initiatives for prospective students within Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) and underrepresented areas.
- Contributed to the design and implementation of new processes within the graduate program.
Graduate Assistant
Radford University Experimental Vivarium
2022.08 - Current
- Conducted audit of chemicals and controlled substances inventory to maintain consistency with EHS guidelines.
- Developed system for efficiency and productivity within the vivarium.
- Developed the chemical and controlled substance manual and guidelines to maintain up to date policies.
- Collected and analyzed data for the Psychology Research Capstone Project on the learning and development of undergraduates.
Senior Consultant
Allied Consulting / Tekni Plex
2022.05 - Current
- Increased client satisfaction by providing tailored consulting services and effective problem-solving strategies.
- Facilitated workshops on effective decision-making, problem solving, conflict resolution, and change management.
- Analyzed data from surveys and focus groups to determine the impact of existing programs.
- Designed interactive activities that fostered collaboration among participants while reinforcing key concepts of leadership development.
Human Resources Intern
Moog
2023.05 - 2023.12
- Redesigned and implemented performance management review system for non-exempt employees at 6 sites to increase engagement, development and performance.
- Collaborated with managers and employees to develop effective strategies for performance reviews.
- Organized meetings with upper management and leadership team to present high-quality deliverables.
- Participated in networking events with leaders and other interns.
- Processed data and paperwork for new hires, employee changes, and I-9 verifications.
- Collaborated with HR team to assist in recognition events, engagement activities and employee communications.
- Organized, led and collected data for company recognition initiatives for 980 employees.
- Prepared HR reports and documents, including employee handbooks and job descriptions.
Education
Master of Science - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Radford University
Radford, VA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Radford University
Radford, VA05.2022
Skills
- Organizational Development
- Data Analysis
- Performance Management
- Job Analysis
- Change Management
- Leadership Development
- Problem Solving
- Project Management
APPLIED PROJECTS
Psychometrics Project: Technology Induced Anxiety in Test Taking Measure Development.
- Conducted factor analysis to determine the scale's two subdimensions: Technology Error and User Error. Established validity and reliability to confirm functionality of the measure.
CONSULTING PROJECTS
Lead Senior Consultant, VT Human Resources - Radford I/O Program
Aug 2023-Dec 2023, Blacksburg, VA
- Developed and conducted a needs assessment for the training of the new performance management system. Collected and analyzed quantitative and qualitative data using natural language processing and AI supported analysis techniques. Presented results to VT Performance Management Partners with recommendations of future use.
Lead Junior Consultant, Verge - Radford I/O Program
Jan 2023 - May 2023, Radford, VA
- Designed a DEI Toolkit to help local organizations implement effective diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives by collaborating with local DEI specialists and tailoring the initiatives to the organizational needs. Aligned team efforts with organizations objectives by facilitating meetings and organizing tasks.
Junior Consultant, Top Consulting Firm - Radford I/O Program
Jan 2023 - April 2023, Radford, VA
- Collaborated with a team of consultants to develop a module that assists with fast group formation processes in order to improve productivity.
Lead Junior Consultant, Polaris - Radford I/O Program
Aug 2022 - Dec 2022, Radford, VA
- Led and collaborated with a team of junior consultants to conduct a job analysis of 15 positions within the organization. Conducted subject matter expert interviews, focus groups, and gathered relevant research on the assigned positions. Revised and updated 11 job descriptions while dividing the remaining 4 job descriptions to create an additional 4 positions and maintain accuracy with the current descriptions.
Junior Consultant, Hershey - Radford I/O Program
Aug 2022, Dec 2022, Radford, VA
- Developed a multi-step leadership program containing end-of-module activities and a pre and post-test for growth analysis to prepare employees for leadership roles within the company.
Certification
Emerging Leaders Certification, Truist
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
Radford I/O Graduate Program Director
2023.08 - Current
Human Resources Intern
Moog
2023.05 - 2023.12
Graduate Assistant
Radford University Experimental Vivarium
2022.08 - Current
Senior Consultant
Allied Consulting / Tekni Plex
2022.05 - Current
Master of Science - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Radford University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Radford University
Emerging Leaders Certification, Truist
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