American Public University System

Associate Professor of Sociology (Medical)

As an associate medical sociologist professor, I create a student centered online learning environment by engaging, challenging and supporting students.

- Incorporate higher-level learning and assist the students to develop information literacy and problem-solving skills
- Develop innovative training tools such as real-world practice exercises that facilitate the learning environment
- Keep abreast of current trends and research regarding healthcare, healthcare administration, and health disparities

Self-Employed Consulting

Consultant/Independent Contractor

As an independent contractors/consultant, I work with public, private and academic institutions, organizations, and agencies to devise solutions that ensure proficient operations. I provide leadership, manage resources, and ensure organizational objectives are attained. I make recommendations and advise on action plans, project management, strategies, policy development, implementation, hiring and promotion, as well as modify and recommend current and proposed public policy to assure compliance.

- Develop project & business plans, identify key milestones, track metrics and managed partners throughout the life of the project to ensure adherence to project schedules & budgets
Evaluate project details, identifying feasibilities, and recommending changes for achieving success
- Design and deliver leadership, change management, cultural competency, health equity, and behavior assessment training programs
- Partner with business units to identify gaps in employees' competencies, and recommended solutions to close these gaps
- Consult with clients in order to establish the most effective and cost efficient solutions for recruitment process
- Create and develop processes to increase external funding for healthcare programs, seminars, and initiatives

Trine University

Lead Faculty/Capstone Advisor – Healthcare (Adjunct)

As content area Lead Faculty and thesis Chair for the Master of Science in Leadership and Administration in Healthcare Systems, I implemented, educated, and developed curriculum and courses in the following concentrations; Healthcare Leadership and Administration, Sustainable and Environmental Management, and Biomedical Regulatory Affairs concentrations.

-Facilitate group and individual sessions to assist learners in enhancing knowledge and increase their understanding of the course material, as well as guidance for Capstone projects
- Participate in the hiring process for faculty members by providing recommendations on hiring decisions
- Utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate diverse learning styles for online courses to benefit both employees and students

Columbia College

Adjunct Faculty (Adjunct)

As adjunct faculty under the discipline of management and business administration, I monitor student performance, teach class materials, and lead the business capstone class.

- Increase retention and the number of learners applying to the master’s program by providing counseling to online learners
- Initiate interactive activities that further understanding and create a positive learning environment

Lincoln University of Missouri

Director of Career, Mental Health Counseling and Disability Services

As Director of Career, Mental Health Counseling and Disability Services, I managed and supervised the daily operations of the Career, Mental Health Counseling and Disability Services department that offered services to more than 2000 students. I created services that supported the school’s mission, met the needs of a diverse camps population and fostered student professional and career development.

- Developed and maintained systems used to identify and increase employment opportunities for students, such as creating a new internship program for master level students in discipline of counseling
- Administered the annual budget and provided career counseling
Sought, acquired, and obtained supplementary and external funding sources
- Complied with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, accreditor standards, and institutional policies and procedures, including but not limited to those related to student job placement; ensured University was compliant with Section 504/ADA

State of Missouri Health Disparities Report: Promoting Health Equity and Reducing Disparities in Missouri

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services

State of Missouri Health Disparities Report: Promoting Health Equity and Reducing Disparities in Missouri

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services

Perception of Racial, Ethnic and Social Bias of the Healthcare System in Boone County, Missouri.

A Sociological Perspective – Organizational Behavior

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Member

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Member

American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)

Member

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Member

American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)

Member

State of Missouri NAACP

Vice President, Chair, Public Health/healthcare committee

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Member

American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)

Member

State of Missouri NAACP

Vice President, Chair, Public Health/healthcare committee

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Member

American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)

Member

State of Missouri NAACP

Vice President, Chair, Public Health/healthcare committee

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Member

American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)

Member

State of Missouri NAACP

Vice President, Chair, Public Health/healthcare committee

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Member

American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)

Member

State of Missouri NAACP

Vice President, Chair, Public Health/healthcare committee

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Member

American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)

Member

State of Missouri NAACP

Vice President, Chair, Public Health/healthcare committee

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Member

American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)

Member

State of Missouri NAACP

Vice President, Chair, Public Health/healthcare committee

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Member

American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)

Member

State of Missouri NAACP

Vice President, Chair, Public Health/healthcare committee

Missouri Department of Agriculture Internship Program

Developer and Coordinator

National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education (NCORE)

National Advisory Board Member

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Leadership Development Academy

Creator and Developer

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Member

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Member

American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)

Member

State of Missouri NAACP

Vice President, Chair, Public Health/healthcare committee