Resume

My Background

I’ve spent a majority of my career in Agribusiness. I stumbled upon this industry by accident, and it was the most fruitful accident in my life. I continued to excel in a number of STRATEGIC MARKETING ROLES, and believe that my number one asset is my ability to make sense of very complex problems through my unending curiosity and my unwavering dedication to get the job done.

 

I’ve recently entered a new phase of my career, and this time with full intentionality. A combination of my PASSION for justice; my LIVED EXPERIENCE as a Black woman in Agribusiness; and my DEDICATION to getting the job done; has cultivated within me an undeniable desire to prioritize racial equity in every aspect of what I do. And, I want to bring this focus and commitment into organizations. Our future depends on it!

Skills

Leadership  Communication   Critical Thinking   

Project Management  Facilitation

Work Experience

DSM NA Animal Nutrition and Health / Apr 2018 - May 2020

Senior Marketing Manager

I set the example for what success can look like in a centralized marketing organization, from building strategy to execution.

BASF Agricultural Solutions / Dec 2015 - Mar 2018

Senior Global Marketing Manager

I built the foundation of BASF’s Global Pest Control strategy in the Poultry & Livestock industry.

Elanco Animal Health / Dec 2007 - Dec 2015

Strategic Marketing Manager

I was fortunate enough to build my professional career roots in Agribusiness at one of the largest Animal Health Companies in the United States. I held a progressively responsible series of positions, contributing in sales and territory management, marketing, brand management, and product launches across multiple protein industries.

Clients

In just 6 months, I’ve managed to work with over 7 clients in diverse capacities. Elements of that work include:

  • Organizational Race Equity Assessment and Consulting

  • Introductory Presentations about the Black Farmer Experience in America

  • Introductory Presentations about Race and Racism in America

  • Race Equity Training/Workshops

  • Building Race Equity Strategies for organizations

  • Facilitation of Book Studies & “Raising Your Race-consciousness” Groups

See some of the testimonials:

Education

2020 - Present

University of North Carolina Charlotte

Master’s Certificate, Anti-Racism in Urban Education

2003 - 2007

Michigan State University

Eli Broad College of Business

Bachelor of Arts in Marketing

Courses

Racial Equity Institute

Phase 1 / 2018, 2020

Phase 2 / 2020