Misti Mahon
Portage,MI
Summary
Accomplished professional devoted to students' needs. Focused on helping students manage and overcome personal, social, and behavioral problems negatively impacting wellbeing or academic success. Goes above and beyond every year to enhance student experiences and help each reach full potential.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic & Career Pathway Advisor
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI
04.2018 - Current
- Increased three-year graduation rate to 55% through focused retention strategies, outperforming the national benchmark by 33%.
- Developed comprehensive strategies for the new program's operations.
- Created a Sustainable Brewing course plan that was successfully adopted.
- Spearheaded the Alumni network program, organizing an annual gala celebrating post-graduation achievements.
- Conducted sessions to educate staff and faculty about the Use of New Name Policy procedures.
- Guided students through personal consultations to formulate strategies.
- Assisted students in applying the Strong Interest Inventory and CliftonStrengths assessment findings to their goals.
- Facilitated seminars covering topics such as resume building, time management, and study skills.
- Advocated for students' needs during their college journey.
- Participated in regular professional development activities to stay up to date on changes in the field of higher education.
- Supervised department-employed student staff.
- Served as Club Advisor for student-led LGBTQ+ Diversity Club.
Program Manager
Foreign Links Around the Globe
Portage, MI
06.2015 - 04.2018
- Oversaw daily activities and performance of office assistants.
- Achieved successful outcomes for Department of Homeland Security audits through meticulous file preparation.
- Mediated between different stakeholders, including international partners and local contacts.
- Worked alongside international partners from China, Vietnam, Spain, India, South Korea, and Thailand.
- Performed virtual evaluations for international candidates.
- Oversaw database operations utilizing FileMaker Pro.
- Handled invoicing for program payments, academic fees, and student support funds.
- Collaborated on development of student's I-20.
- Understood regulations set by the Department of State and CSIET.
- Facilitated placement of students into appropriate insurance coverage.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Full Sail University
Winter Park08-2015
Skills
- Workshop facilitation
- Event coordination
- Diversity advocacy
- Academic planning
- Student advising
- Professional development
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Google Workspace
- Canvas LMS
- Canva
- Banner 9
- DegreeWorks (Ellucian)
- TargetX (Salesforce)
- FileMaker Pro
- Windows and Mac
- ConexEd
- Zoom
Certification
- Ordained Minister (Universal Life Church)
- Professional Spiritual Coach (Udemy)
- Master & Professional Life Coach (Transformation Academy) Concentrations in: Life Purpose, Happiness, Career, and Goal Success
- Successful Strengths Coaching (Gallup)
- Strong Interest Inventory (GS Consultants)
- Advising Undecided & Exploratory Students (NACADA)
- Tips for More Inclusive Language (LinkedIn)
CliftonStrengths
EMPATHY | ADAPTABILITY | CONNECTEDNESS | DEVELOPER | ACTIVATOR
Volunteerism
- ZooBOTix Lead Coach Nov 2024 - Apr 2025
- OutFront Kalamazoo Youth Pride Steering Committee Oct 2024 - Present
- Angling Road Elementary PTO Fundraiser Dinners Chair Aug 2024 - Present
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Academic & Career Pathway Advisor
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
04.2018 - Current
Program Manager
Foreign Links Around the Globe
06.2015 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Full Sail University
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