Simbonika Spencer
Baton Rouge,Louisiana
Summary
Experienced leader and change catalyst with a strong focus on creating an inclusive and engaging employee experience. Proven track record in driving inclusion strategies to ensure diverse perspectives are represented. Adept at fostering collaboration and building partnerships across departments to implement effective diversity and health initiatives. Committed to cultivating a culture of belonging where all employees and constituents feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique talents.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Lead
Noom, Inc.
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Guided the development, execution, and assessment of DEIB projects across all organizational levels.
- Provided DEIB consultation to enhance program delivery, product, and growth initiatives.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategic Partnerships and Engagement Programs Lead
Noom, Inc.
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Provided guidance in facilitating the transition and expansion of the DEIB function, executing the DEI Plan for a staff of 2500+, and establishing a dedicated team to enforce compliance with the plan.
- Supported DEIB analytics and integrated them into strategic efforts to impact the employee lifecycle experience. Led an enterprise VSID project.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of joint projects with partners.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager
Noom, Inc.
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Pioneered the introduction of Noom's DEI program
- Developed and implemented the pioneering virtual DEI learning and development program for coaches and managers. Oversaw all diversity initiatives for a virtual team of 3K+.
- Implemented and facilitated an annual DEIB education and engagement day for all (3000+) employees; led creation of company employee resource group program, including growing the program to 8 affinity groups.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
Health Coach Manager
Noom, Inc.
12.2016 - 04.2020
- Designed and delivered 5 healthcare coach trainings, coordinated 10 management workshops, and facilitated more than 60 coaching sessions; successfully managed a diverse team while providing specialized training to new coaches and coach managers to promote diversity and inclusion.
- Managed team of 15 virtual health coaches, conducting weekly clinical supervisions and providing monthly developmental guidance support to Health Coaches.
Health Coach
Omada Health
06.2015 - 11.2016
- Delivered virtual health coaching to over 300 individuals and groups, employing a behavioral change model derived from the CDC’s Diabetes Prevention Program. Facilitated experiments aimed at enhancing user experience.
Director of Development
FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered
12.2013 - 02.2015
- Managed volunteer and peer fundraising activities, raising $400K for a nonprofit dedicated to hereditary cancer
- Oversaw all aspects of a nationwide athletic and fitness-oriented fundraising initiative involving marketing, recruitment, and remote coaching.
- Created detailed donor database to improve donor relations and streamline customer outreach initiatives.
Adjunct Instructor
ECPI University
04.2010 - 05.2012
- Delivered professional education to 300 students enrolled in the medical assisting program. Courses covered included medical terminology, pharmacology, medical office procedures, insurance billing, coding, and ethics.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, and grades, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders regarding academic progress.
State Mission Delivery Director
American Cancer Society
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Led team of 3 directors overseeing patient service programs, prevention programs, early detection programs, and advocacy with a focus on health disparities
- Created and delivered a total of 20 training workshops
- Successfully organized and oversaw multiple statewide campaigns, particularly the Shop Talk program dedicated to spreading awareness of colorectal cancer.
- Co-Chaired South Carolina’s Dialogue for Action’s Colorectal Cancer Round Table, which led to the allocation of state funds for Colorectal Cancer screening
- Successfully obtained funding through grants and external sources for various state-wide, regional, and local projects.
Volunteer Resources Director, Mid-Atlantic Region
American Cancer Society
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Managed region's volunteer development programs and implemented D&I initiatives.
- Led facilitation team of 20 in DEI initiatives and trained over 2K staff and volunteers.
- Managed the planning and execution of the annual volunteer leadership summit for Mid-Atlantic region.
- Contributed as a member of the national diversity advisory team and served as senior-level staff for multiple executive board committees.
- Directed the implementation of strategic volunteer recognition and training programs.
- Introduced new volunteer intake system and recruitment hotline as part of a diversity recruitment campaign that involved celebrity spokespersons, radio commercials, print media, and bus murals. This initiative led to the expansion of community-level programs targeting health disparities.
Education
USF Corporate Training and Professional Education
National Board of Health and Wellness Coaching
Master of Public Health (MPH) -
Virginia Commonwealth University
08.1997
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Anthropology, Women’s Studies
University of Virginia
05.1995
Skills
- Program Management
- Health Promotion
- Cultural Competencies
- Employee Engagement
- Organizational Development
- Team Management
- Crisis Management
- Communications
- Health Promotion
- Recruitment
- Training facilitation
- Talent Acquisition
Websites
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Timeline
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Lead
Noom, Inc.
04.2023 - 02.2024
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategic Partnerships and Engagement Programs Lead
Noom, Inc.
05.2021 - 03.2023
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager
Noom, Inc.
04.2020 - 05.2021
Health Coach Manager
Noom, Inc.
12.2016 - 04.2020
Health Coach
Omada Health
06.2015 - 11.2016
Director of Development
FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered
12.2013 - 02.2015
Adjunct Instructor
ECPI University
04.2010 - 05.2012
State Mission Delivery Director
American Cancer Society
01.2004 - 01.2009
Volunteer Resources Director, Mid-Atlantic Region
American Cancer Society
01.2001 - 01.2004
USF Corporate Training and Professional Education
National Board of Health and Wellness Coaching
Master of Public Health (MPH) -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Anthropology, Women’s Studies
University of Virginia
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