RENEE WALTON
Summary
Results driven professional in higher education with skills in strategic planning, project management, and stakeholder communication. A passion for operational efficiency, student satisfaction, and team success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director, Executive MBA Program Services
Paul Merage School of Business
Irvine, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Serve as primary program lead and strategic point of contact for Executive MBA program, driving student success by overseeing advising, planning initiatives, and student satisfaction
- Manage all aspects of operations and strategic changes to improve curriculum program outcomes
- Spearhead the planning and execution of off-campus courses such as our residentials and experientials
- Provide direct leadership to an employee, delivering clear direction, driving accountability, and supporting day-to-day operational success.
Assistant Director, FEMBA Program Services
Paul Merage School of Business
Irvine, CA
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Advised MBA students on course selection, graduation readiness, and residential logistics, ensuring comprehensive program support
- Managed planning and execution of orientation events and end-of-year FEMBA awards to celebrate academic achievements
Program Coordinator, Fulbright Scholar Programs
Institute of International Education (IIE)
Washington, D.C.
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Improved efficiency for the team by organizing and analyzing progress reports to enhance readiness of U.S. and visiting grantees
- Enhanced communication by managing email responses and scholar support
- Secured funding through successful grant writing efforts.
- Streamlined collaboration with Fulbright offices abroad for better program execution
- Enhanced application quality by leading the Fulbright review process
Oversight Specialist
LoanDepot
Lake Forest, CA
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Led project coordination efforts for teams to enhance workflow efficiency. Oversaw servicing tasks alongside the vice president to maintain regulatory compliance
- Analyzed loan portfolios affected by COVID-19 for accuracy and adherence to forbearance guidelines
Servicing Administration and Support
LoanDepot
Lake Forest, CA
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Analyzed and amended errors in boarded loans servicer letters and reports, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency.
- Provided insights to leadership regarding persistent issues and reports to facilitate strategic improvements.
Intern
International Business-Government Counsellors
Washington, D.C.
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Assisted in documenting insights during events hosted by international affairs and development organizations
- Supported project management initiatives to enhance client satisfaction and service delivery
- Provided comprehensive assistance to executive council to enhance diplomatic relations
Education
Master of Arts - International Affairs
The American University of Paris (AUP)
Paris, France05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies-Political Science
The University of California, San Diego (UCSD)
La Jolla, CA06.2017
General Education -
Irvine Valley College (IVC)
Irvine, CA05.2015
Skills
- Process improvement
- Project management
- Event planning
- MS office
- Adaptable
- Cultural Awareness
Websites
Timeline
Associate Director, Executive MBA Program Services
Paul Merage School of Business
02.2023 - Current
Program Coordinator, Fulbright Scholar Programs
Institute of International Education (IIE)
09.2021 - 05.2022
Assistant Director, FEMBA Program Services
Paul Merage School of Business
05.2021 - 02.2023
Oversight Specialist
LoanDepot
10.2020 - 05.2021
Servicing Administration and Support
LoanDepot
10.2017 - 01.2019
Intern
International Business-Government Counsellors
01.2017 - 03.2017
Master of Arts - International Affairs
The American University of Paris (AUP)
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies-Political Science
The University of California, San Diego (UCSD)
General Education -
Irvine Valley College (IVC)