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Vivian Brown

Vivian Brown

Consultant
DeSoto,TX

Summary

Accomplished Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Community Engagement professional, offering 7 years' experience and looking for a challenging, inclusive, and equitable position. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy. Adept at developing solid partnerships, increasing awareness through facilitation and focus groups, and building strong teams. Passion for people with the ability to authentically engage with partners. Offering excellent management and organizational skills to coordinate multiple projects. Strong data analysis skills with the ability to translate data into meaningful stories. Articulate communicator with a talent for engaging diverse communities and creating an inclusive environment for all.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
4
4

Certifications

5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Consultant/Office Manager

Moments By Vivian
DeSoto, TX
06.2010 - Current
  • Serving in double capacity through MBV minority owned business serving all people thru community engagement program and training others to do the same.
  • Developed and implemented various policies and procedures involving multicultural student and young adult life..
  • Developed trainings with an equity, diversity, and inclusion focus for all communities.
  • Determined target demographics and devised strategic marketing initiatives to include diverse audiences.

Mentoring Coordinator

NYOS Charter School
Austin, TX
05.2007 - 06.2008
  • Implemented techniques of staff development, learning and family systems as well as of family and community engagement frameworks.
  • Interacted effectively with principals, administrators, and community leaders in support of family and community engagement at local schools.
  • Identified, collected, and analyzed data necessary to assess institutional climate and develop key strategies to address them.
  • Built consensus and community development organizing systems around issues of diversity, equity and inclusion.
  • Attended pertinent District and community functions and networked with community members.
  • Designed and facilitated staff and community workshops around Implicit Bias, Gender Identity, Addressing Social and Racial Trauma for students of color, and Racism and Social Media.
  • Created marketing materials and reports to showcase District wide data and results to community stakeholders and District administrators.
  • Created proactive systems for students, parents, and community members to leave feedback for teachers, administrators and School Board efforts.
  • Coordinated District wide cultural celebrations and observance events for students, faculty, staff and the community as a whole.
  • Drafted newsletters and correspondence through internal and external communication to highlight consistent community engagement efforts.
  • Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
  • Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.

Special Projects Coordinator

City of Austin, Family & Youth Services
Austin, TX
11.2003 - 02.2005
  • Kept meticulous records of all costs and expenses and analyzed that data against budget.
  • Conducted research and gathered key information for use in upcoming project planning and grant preparation.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to neighborhood stakeholders.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.

Education

Master of Science - Sports Administration

Grambling State University
Grambling, LA
1984.08 - 1985.12

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology And Drafting

Grambling State University
Grambling, LA
01.1981 - 05.1984

Skills

  • Strategic Communication Design
  • Workshop Facilitation and Trainings
  • Team Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Data Entry
  • Budgeting
  • Team Building
  • Event Coordination
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Collection
  • Public Speaking
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Partner Relationship Development

Certification

  • Transformational Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), City of Austin
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) , Consulting Solutions, Inc.,
  • Certificate of Completion - Facilitator/Trainer/Advanced Girls Circle Association, INC.

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