Lia Buchanan Cloudt
Pipe Creek,TX
Summary
Experienced business leader with demonstrated strategic planning, problem-solving and team-building abilities. Successful at bringing in and training staff to handle customer and business needs. Motivational, diplomatic and respectful of people from different backgrounds.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Millie & Marie
Pipe Creek, TX-Texas
08.2010 - Current
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
Elementary School Teacher
The Little Schoolhouse
Del Rio, TX-Texas
07.2005 - 08.2007
- Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
- Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.
- Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction.
- Provided guidance for students in developing problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues in creating interdisciplinary curriculum units.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
- Engaged parents in meaningful dialogue about their child's academic performance.
- Tutored individual students after school hours as needed.
- Promoted an atmosphere of mutual respect between teachers and students.
Early Intervention Specialist
Early Childhood Intervention
Del Rio, TX-Texas
02.2003 - 07.2005
- Provided home-based services to families with children birth to three years old.
- Assessed the development of infants and toddlers using standardized assessments.
- Developed individualized family service plans based on assessment results and family priorities.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for each child and family.
- Coordinated referrals, services, and resources with other professionals in the field.
- Conducted developmental screenings and evaluations as needed in order to identify delays or disabilities.
- Facilitated parent support groups focused on early childhood development topics.
- Maintained accurate records of client visits, progress notes, treatment plans, and IFSPs according to agency policies and procedures.
- Educated parents regarding their rights under IDEA Part C regulations governing Early Intervention Services.
Qualified Mental Retardation Professional
Educare / Rescare
Del Rio, TX-Texas
10.2000 - 02.2003
- Developed treatment plans and interventions for individuals struggling with mental illness.
- Conducted assessments of clients' current functioning and needs in order to develop a plan of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate client care.
- Educated clients on various coping strategies and techniques for managing symptoms of mental illness.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy relationships and improved communication skills.
- Monitored medications and provided support to ensure compliance with medication regimens.
- Established a safe therapeutic environment by actively listening and responding nonjudgmentally to clients' concerns.
- Conducted crisis intervention when needed and referred clients to appropriate resources or services as required.
- Participated in case reviews, clinical meetings, training sessions, staff meetings.
- Maintained accurate records according to agency policies and procedures.
- Encouraged self-advocacy among clients through role modeling positive behavior change strategies.
- Engaged in community outreach activities aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues.
Qualified Mental Health Professional
Camino Real MHMR
Eagle Pass, TX-Texas
11.1999 - 10.2000
- Provided individual, family and group counseling services to clients with mental health issues.
- Developed treatment plans and interventions for individuals struggling with mental illness.
- Conducted assessments of clients' current functioning and needs in order to develop a plan of care.
- Established a safe therapeutic environment by actively listening and responding nonjudgmentally to clients' concerns.
- Conducted crisis intervention when needed and referred clients to appropriate resources or services as required.
- Participated in case reviews, clinical meetings, training sessions, staff meetings.
- Maintained accurate records according to agency policies and procedures.
- Provided referrals for additional services or resources as needed.
- Created an open dialogue between clinicians, educators, administrators, families., regarding the status of each client's progress towards meeting his and her treatment goals.
- Created client treatment plans based on assessments and goals.
- Completed home visits of transitioned clients to monitor stability while living in community.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments and implemented safety plans as needed.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Acted as client advocate, coordinating required services and resolving emergency problems in crisis situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas State University
San Marcos, TX08-1998
Skills
- Business Management
- Social media control
- Marketing tactics
- Regulatory Compliance
- KPI Management
- Administrative Oversight
Affiliations
- Bandera ISD Education Foundation Member (2016 - Present)
- Athletic Booster Club Member (2022 - Present)
- Past Bandera Chamber of Commerce President / Board Member
- Wife and Active Mother of 3
Timeline
Owner
Millie & Marie
08.2010 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
The Little Schoolhouse
07.2005 - 08.2007
Early Intervention Specialist
Early Childhood Intervention
02.2003 - 07.2005
Qualified Mental Retardation Professional
Educare / Rescare
10.2000 - 02.2003
Qualified Mental Health Professional
Camino Real MHMR
11.1999 - 10.2000
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas State University
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