Experienced program manager skilled in overseeing diverse programs. Driven by a passion for supporting others, I consistently strive for excellence. Recognized for quickly acquiring new skills and technology, I am a self-directed professional with a customer-centered approach. Adaptable and collaborative, I seamlessly work within teams to achieve business objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Program Manager for Charitable Giving Programs
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, LLNL
Livermore, CA
10.2023 - Current
Manage the charitable giving efforts for a 9,000+ employee organization with an annual budget exceeding $1M
Develop and implement donation programs to enable employees to contribute to charitable causes effectively
Collaborate with the finance and the legal department to ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and tax standards
Write and distribute program communications to engage employees and promote participation
Build and maintain relationships with charities, coordinate partnerships, and oversee contracts with external vendors responsible for processing donation payments
Lead meetings with 15+ stakeholders to align efforts and ensure program success
Organize the annual Run for HOME event, which serves as the kickoff for the giving campaign, featuring a 5K race, costume contest, vendor booths, and a t-shirt giveaway, with attendance exceeding 1,000 employees
Report program metrics and outcomes to senior management to support strategic decision-making
Collaborated with business leadership to set priorities based on business needs, resource capacity and risk exposure.
Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
Program Manager for Work-Life Programs
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, LLNL
Livermore, CA
03.2015 - 10.2023
Led work-life balance programs and services for a 7,000+ employee organization, focusing on physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Oversaw the corporate fitness facility and group exercise program, ensuring high-quality services and engagement
Conducted needs assessments, developed content, and implemented wellness programs, using data analysis to drive continuous improvement
Supervised a team of 20+ employees, managing recruitment, retention, scheduling, and performance evaluations
Managed a $100K+ budget, negotiated contracts, and organized large-scale events to enhance employee engagement
Provided strategic input on work-life organization’s vision, mission, and business direction as part of the management team
Analyzed and reported program metrics to stakeholders, recommending strategies to improve outcomes and meet organizational goals
Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
Founder and Health Educator
HealthieRDecisions
Discovery Bay , California
09.2016 - 06.2018
Created a private nutrition consulting practice to help clients achieve health and wellness through real food solutions and diet-free living
Provided individualized Medical Nutrition Therapy counseling, integrating functional medicine, intuitive eating, and Health At Every Size principles
Built a website, developed collaborative health partnerships, and managed all aspects of the business
Registered Dietitian in Health Management Clinic and Preventative Health Department
Sandia National Laboratory
Livermore, CA
09.2013 - 02.2015
Delivered Medical Nutrition Therapy counseling and developed health initiatives reaching over 1,000 employees
Conducted health risk assessments and provided mitigation strategies based on clinical data
Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to deliver effective care and implement site-wide programs like Farmers’ Markets, weight loss challenges, and health education events
Taught group exercise classes and supported gym operations
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