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Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Loreline Kness

Loreline Kness

White Bear Lake,MN

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in organizational development and legal support, notably at Four Directions Consulting, LLC.


Excelled in enhancing workforce productivity and employee retention through strategic initiatives and targeted interventions.


Skilled in legal research and workshop organization, demonstrating exceptional multitasking abilities and a detail-oriented approach.


Proven track record of fostering significant improvements in process efficiency and team performance.


Qualified Organizational Development Specialist with solid track record in driving organizational change and enhancing workplace culture. Adept at implementing strategic initiatives that align with business goals and foster employee development.


Demonstrated expertise in leadership training and conflict resolution, consistently improving team performance and engagement.


Experienced with facilitating organizational change and development. Utilizes change management strategies to align company culture with business objectives. Track record of fostering leadership growth and enhancing team dynamics.


Organization development professional with comprehensive experience guiding organizations through transformative changes to optimize performance and employee satisfaction.


Known for fostering collaborative environment and achieving impactful results through strategic planning and execution.


Proficient in change management and leadership development, adaptable to evolving business needs.


Provides organizational strategic planning through skilled change facilitation while fostering team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Reliable and adaptable, excels in dynamic environments.


Accomplished Consultant drives organizational improvements through leveraging expertise in research and system enhancement.


Well-versed in collaborating with employees and leaders to resolve control and procedural problems negatively affecting business operations. Dedicated to cost, process and resource optimization.


Versatile Organizational Management Analyst with advanced knowledge of financial, business development and operational areas. Steps into new areas with adaptable approach. Practiced project manager and problem-solver with 25 years of experience in nonprofit and for profit organizational development.


Experienced Organizational Management Analyst skilled in budget review, reporting, and research.


Top-notch administrator with financially-savvy and organized approach. Familiar with helping business leaders understand all facets of operations.


Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills.


Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.


Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.


Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Master's in Managment and a Master's in Business Administration with and emphasis in Accounting, and a Certificate in Tribal Legal Studies. and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships.


Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills.


Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration.


Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.


Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.


Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.


Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.


Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills.


Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results.


Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Organization Development Consultant

Four Directions Consulting, LLC
07.2008 - Current
  • Optimized workforce productivity levels by identifying opportunities for process improvement initiatives within client organizations.
  • Created sustainable change within client organizations by establishing long-term partnerships focused on continuous improvement efforts and ongoing support for successful OD initiatives.
  • Elevated performance outcomes by guiding clients through strategic planning efforts aimed at aligning individual goals with overall business objectives.
  • Strengthened team performance by conducting in-depth team assessments and facilitating collaborative problem-solving workshops.

Medical Assistant

Department of Veteran's Affairs
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.

Organizational Development Consultant

Bennett Park Cooperative
07.2008 - 01.2010
  • Improved employee retention rates by identifying areas for improvement within the organization''s culture and implementing targeted interventions.
  • Developed customized training programs for clients, resulting in increased employee engagement and productivity.
  • Provided coaching services to individuals seeking professional growth and career advancement opportunities within their organizations.
  • Supported clients in the execution of their strategic objectives by offering expert guidance on best practices for organizational development.

Nonprofit Organization Director

Breaking Free
07.2007 - 07.2008
  • Led successful advocacy campaigns that resulted in positive policy changes benefiting the populations served by the organization.
  • Developed a high-performing team by recruiting, training, and retaining skilled staff members who contributed to the overall success of the organization.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency by conducting thorough organizational audits and identifying areas of improvement.
  • Oversaw successful accreditation processes ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices while demonstrating commitment towards continuous improvement efforts aimed at enhancing service delivery mechanisms utilized within various programs offered through this nonprofit agency serving specific populations targeted based upon their unique needs identified through careful assessment procedures employed during intake sessions held prior to enrollment into such offerings provided hereunder these terms outlined herein above mentioned statements made heretofore.

Program Manager

Battered Women's Legal Advocacy Project
04.2006 - 07.2007
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
  • Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.

Legislative Coordinator

Minnesota Coalition for Battered Women
05.2006 - 04.2007
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.

Paralegal

Central Minnesota Legal Services
10.2006 - 01.2007
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.

Community Organizer

People Escaping Poverty Project
11.2004 - 05.2006
  • Built strong bonds with local cultural organizations by respecting unique differences and specific societal norms.
  • Collaborated with community organizations in other regions to support state-wide and national outreach initiatives.
  • Coordinated and implemented numerous meetings, forums and community events.
  • Participated in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns.

Court Clerk

Social Security Department of Hearings and Appeals
08.1999 - 01.2001
  • Maintained organized filing systems for easy retrieval of case files and supporting documentation.
  • Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
  • Maintained court dockets and updated disposition of cases after court hearings and trials.
  • Increased court efficiency by processing legal documents and maintaining accurate case records.

Education

Associate of Arts - Pre-Law

North Dakota State College of Science
Wahpeton
08-2004

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Minnesota State University
Moorhead, MN
05-2006

MBA - Accounting

National American University
Rapid City
05-2013

Master's in Management - Management

National American University
Rapid City, SD
05-2013

No Degree - Tribal Legal Studies Certificate

University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
05-2013

Skills

  • Learning agility
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Adaptive learning
  • Research and analysis
  • Detail-oriented
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Legal research
  • Workshop organization
  • Strong organization
  • Grant Writing
  • Grant Management
  • Cooperative Building

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved an issue with how to analyze raw data collected through the collection of patient demographics. The data was analyzed and a Federal Report created demonstrating the benefits of (3) year telehealth pilot project and the cost effectiveness of providing palliative and hospice patients e-health visits. This was done for the Fargo Veteran's Affairs, Palliative and Hospice Department.
  • Achieved a State wide effort to improve the response and services rendered to victims of family violence. (7) Counties were selected to explore the development of a multi-disciplinary Domestic Violence Interagency Council. It was through community organizing efforts; strategic planning as well as develop a training curriculum which was provided to the multi-disciplinary teams composed of law enforcement, social services, legal aide, community advocacy organizations with some cases involving Native American Tribal entities; requiring an expertise and legal understanding of the complexity of Tribal, State and Federal Jurisdiction.

Certification

  • Assisted with Securing Public Housing Funds for the Development of Ft. Berthold Tribal "210 Homes Project" which was a Public Housing Development Project building 210 homes for Tribal Members during the Oil Boom in Western North Dakota, through the Low Income Housing Tax Program with the Internal Revenue Service, and the Federal Home Loan Bank. A certificate was awarded after attending a Native American Public Housing Finance Training in Salt Lake City, UT with the Northern Plains Office of Native American Programs. The Project was built and completed within 24 calendar months.

Work Availability

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Timeline

Medical Assistant

Department of Veteran's Affairs
01.2010 - 01.2011

Organization Development Consultant

Four Directions Consulting, LLC
07.2008 - Current

Organizational Development Consultant

Bennett Park Cooperative
07.2008 - 01.2010

Nonprofit Organization Director

Breaking Free
07.2007 - 07.2008

Paralegal

Central Minnesota Legal Services
10.2006 - 01.2007

Legislative Coordinator

Minnesota Coalition for Battered Women
05.2006 - 04.2007

Program Manager

Battered Women's Legal Advocacy Project
04.2006 - 07.2007

Community Organizer

People Escaping Poverty Project
11.2004 - 05.2006

Court Clerk

Social Security Department of Hearings and Appeals
08.1999 - 01.2001
  • Assisted with Securing Public Housing Funds for the Development of Ft. Berthold Tribal "210 Homes Project" which was a Public Housing Development Project building 210 homes for Tribal Members during the Oil Boom in Western North Dakota, through the Low Income Housing Tax Program with the Internal Revenue Service, and the Federal Home Loan Bank. A certificate was awarded after attending a Native American Public Housing Finance Training in Salt Lake City, UT with the Northern Plains Office of Native American Programs. The Project was built and completed within 24 calendar months.

Associate of Arts - Pre-Law

North Dakota State College of Science

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Minnesota State University

MBA - Accounting

National American University

Master's in Management - Management

National American University

No Degree - Tribal Legal Studies Certificate

University of California, Los Angeles

Community Involvement

Served as a Circle Keeper aka Board Member for the Minnesota Indian Women's Sexual Assault Coalition. 

Served as a Community Member at Large for a  Non-Profit providing services to children phasing out of foster care.

Served as a Board Member as a Member of the Community at Large for the Ft. Berthold, White Shield Segment, Tribal Community Planning Organization 


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