As a Scholarship Program Manager, I am particularly proud of my work in transitioning the program online, which led to a 300% increase in applicants. My key initiatives included: re-establishing connections with local organizations, schools, and community groups to raise awareness and expand our reach, leading my committee in offering tailored guidance to each applicant, and ensuring they felt supported throughout the process. And I simplified the application process to enhance accessibility and user-friendliness based on feedback. These efforts not only demonstrated my organizational and leadership skills but also reinforced my commitment to empowering women and promoting educational equity.

I presented a workshop to over 50 students and early career engineers, focusing on crafting personal branding mission statements to advance their careers with clarity. The session featured a comprehensive presentation and an interactive activity designed to help participants identify their unique value propositions and refine their presentation skills. This workshop empowered attendees to articulate their personal brand effectively, setting them on a path to career success in engineering.

I presented a workshop to social media professionals on the community engagement cycle and its impact on leveraging Facebook groups to enhance business outcomes. The session provided insights into effectively managing community interactions and using group dynamics to drive engagement and achieve strategic goals. Attendees gained practical knowledge on optimizing their Facebook groups to boost their bottom line and foster meaningful connections with their audience.

I successfully co-mentored 90 global community leads, ensuring their alignment with Meta's mission and facilitating the growth of their respective groups. I oversaw a $25,000 budget allocation to conduct 11 comprehensive Facebook-branded training events, providing valuable resources and learning opportunities for our community leaders. Additionally, I supervised a team of five moderators responsible for managing our Facebook-branded online community, ensuring a positive and engaging environment for all members.

At our startup, I've spearheaded our social impact initiatives by collaborating with NGOs and community organizations, developing the basic framework of our social good strategy, identifying and researching potential NGO partners, and working with internal teams to embed social good initiatives into our operations.

This led to the creation of over eight custom project proposals and impact reports for two selected NGOs, enhancing our business and social contributions.

As an exam writer and subject matter expert for the Meta Certified Community Manager exam, I contributed my expertise to the development and refinement of the certification process. My role involved crafting and reviewing exam content to ensure it accurately assesses the skills and knowledge required for effective community management on Meta’s platforms. This work supports the professional growth of community managers by upholding high standards of certification and providing a robust framework for their development.

I was honored to be selected as a fellow dedicated to advancing careers focused on driving social change within online communities. This role involved participating in specialized training and development programs designed to enhance my leadership skills. Through this experience, I gained valuable insights and tools for effectively leading and supporting online communities, furthering my commitment to creating positive social impact.

I was thrilled to have my online community, I AM ADOPTION, featured in an article for The Today Show. Inspired by my own journey as a twice-adopted individual, I created this Facebook community to support adoptees and those touched by adoption. With a growing membership of 7,000 people, I AM ADOPTION serves as a vital resource for connection, support, and shared experiences within the adoption community.

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