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Professional Summary
Program and operations leader with 10+ years of experience across public health, education, and policy.
Known for designing systems that improve clarity, alignment, and execution across complex environments. Experienced in executive communications, stakeholder engagement, and workflow optimization at scale.
Core Competencies
Strategic Communications | Program & Project Leadership | Cross-Functional Alignment | Stakeholder Engagement | Workflow & Process Optimization | Executive Messaging | Data-Informed Decision Making
Experience
April 2024 - Present
Founder and Principal Consultant
Johnson-Walker Education Consulting (JWEC)
Atlanta, GA
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Led instructional systems transformation across 50+ schools in multiple states
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Drove 25%+ growth in math proficiency and supported 90% science proficiency outcomes
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Supported attainment of 84% CCRPI math proficiency through aligned instructional systems
January 2023 - December 2025
Project Manager, Communications & Operations
Alaka'ina Family of Companies
(CDC Contract)
Atlanta, GA
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Designed and implemented workflow systems that improved efficiency and execution by 40% within six months
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Led communications and operations for an $8B+ CDC portfolio serving 20,000+ personnel across 40+ divisions
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Coordinated cross-functional initiatives and supported 30+ emergency response efforts annually
September 2021 - January 2023
Program Director, Culture & Stakeholder Engagement
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
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Led stakeholder engagement initiatives supporting 600+ students, families, and staff
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Increased participation and engagement by 15–25% through structured communication strategies
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Delivered 50+ trainings focused on culture, communication, and change management
June 2018 - Present
Consultant, Communications & Strategy
Texas A&M at Galveston
Atlanta, GA
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Led development of executive-level budget narrative, contributed to a $100K increase in departmental funding
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Partnered with Counseling Services to strengthen executive communications, stakeholder alignment, and program positioning across multiple engagements over time
June 2017 - September 2021
Program Manager, Learning & Development
Atlanta Public Schools
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Managed 100+ projects focused on leadership development, instructional improvement, and program implementation
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Increased program participation by 18% through improved structure and communication
Atlanta, GA
June 2016 - October 2018
Advisor, Policy & Communications
GA House of Representatives
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Translated complex policy issues into clear, accessible messaging for constituents and partners
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Conducted research and synthesized insights to inform strategic communication and decision-making
Atlanta, GA
Education
Master of Science
Biomedical Sciences & Organizational Development
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Master of Education
Exercise Science
Auburn University
Master of Art
Teaching
Relay Graduate School of Education
Bachelor of Science
Biology (Public Health minor)
Spelman College