About
Multi-talented professional with deep expertise in learning theories derived from…
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Education
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Stanford University
The Symbolic Systems Program (SSP) at Stanford University focuses on computers and minds: artificial and natural systems that use symbols to communicate, and to represent information. SSP brings together students and faculty interested in different aspects of the human-computer relationship, including: cognitive science: studying human intelligence, natural languages, and the brain as computational processes; artificial intelligence: endowing computers with human-like behavior and…
The Symbolic Systems Program (SSP) at Stanford University focuses on computers and minds: artificial and natural systems that use symbols to communicate, and to represent information. SSP brings together students and faculty interested in different aspects of the human-computer relationship, including: cognitive science: studying human intelligence, natural languages, and the brain as computational processes; artificial intelligence: endowing computers with human-like behavior and understanding; and human-computer interaction: designing computer software and interfaces that work well with human users.
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Selected as an Andersen Consulting Fellow at the Institute for Learning Sciences; focused on the design and development of technology enabled learning applications for corporate audiences.
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An advanced study of improvisational comedy and theatre.
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College preparatory curriculum
Licenses & Certifications
Volunteer Experience
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Chair, National Advisory Board, Haas Center for Public Service
Stanford University
- 8 years 7 months
Member, 2013 to 2022
Vice Chair, 2017 to 2019
Chair, 2019 to 2022 -
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Committee on the National Program
Council on Foreign Relations
- Present 7 years
Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, publisher, and educational institution dedicated to informing the public about the foreign policy choices facing the United States and the world.
Member, CFR 2017-Present
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Board Member
M & G Etomi Foundation
Economic Empowerment
The M&G Etomi Foundation exists to break the harsh cycle of poverty by creating various programs and activities to teach the value of self-empowerment and improvement to the people of the Niger Delta region in Southern Nigeria.
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President, Stanford National Black Alumni Association (SNBAA)
Stanford University
- 3 years
Board Member: 2011-2013
Co-President: 2012-2013
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Former Advisor
Spiritual Playdate
Spiritual Playdate is a new, fresh interfaith method to share, teach, learn, and explore spirituality with children.
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Former Advisory Board Member
Allen Robinson Within Reach Foundation
Education
Allen Robinson's Within Reach Foundation's mission is to provide education opportunities and resources to low-income and inner-city Chicago area students to help put success within their reach.
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Publications
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My 52 Weeks of Worship: Lessons From a Global, Spiritual, Interfaith Journey
Balboa Press
See publicationA spiritual memoir. The author made a commitment to visit a different place of worship every week for a year, whether that place of worship reflected her religious tradition or not. In total, she visited sixty-one churches, temples, mosques, synagogues, and gathering places in the United States, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Nigeria and South Africa. My 52 Weeks of Worship is the story of one woman's courageous journey. Read and see-will her journey lead her to deep, dark places in her soul or…
A spiritual memoir. The author made a commitment to visit a different place of worship every week for a year, whether that place of worship reflected her religious tradition or not. In total, she visited sixty-one churches, temples, mosques, synagogues, and gathering places in the United States, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Nigeria and South Africa. My 52 Weeks of Worship is the story of one woman's courageous journey. Read and see-will her journey lead her to deep, dark places in her soul or help her find peace and acceptance?
Patents
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Goal based system utilizing a table based architecture
Issued US 8429112
A system is disclosed that provides a goal based learning system utilizing a rule based expert training system to provide a cognitive educational experience. The system provides the user with a simulated environment that presents a business opportunity to understand and solve optimally. Mistakes are noted and remedial educational material presented dynamically to build the necessary skills that a user requires for success in the business endeavor. The system utilizes an artificial intelligence…
A system is disclosed that provides a goal based learning system utilizing a rule based expert training system to provide a cognitive educational experience. The system provides the user with a simulated environment that presents a business opportunity to understand and solve optimally. Mistakes are noted and remedial educational material presented dynamically to build the necessary skills that a user requires for success in the business endeavor. The system utilizes an artificial intelligence engine driving individualized and dynamic feedback with synchronized video and graphics used to simulate real-world environment and interactions. A robust business model provides support for realistic activities and allows a user to experience real world consequences for their actions and decisions and entails realtime decision-making and synthesis of the educational material. The system is architectured around a table of components to manage and control the system.
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System, method and article of manufacture for a goal based system utilizing a table based architecture
Issued US 6542880
A system is disclosed that provides a goal based learning system utilizing a rule based expert training system to provide a cognitive educational experience. The system provides the user with a simulated environment that presents a business opportunity to understand and solve optimally. Mistakes are noted and remedial educational material presented dynamically to build the necessary skills that a user requires for success in the business endeavor. The system utilizes an artificial intelligence…
A system is disclosed that provides a goal based learning system utilizing a rule based expert training system to provide a cognitive educational experience. The system provides the user with a simulated environment that presents a business opportunity to understand and solve optimally. Mistakes are noted and remedial educational material presented dynamically to build the necessary skills that a user requires for success in the business endeavor. The system utilizes an artificial intelligence engine driving individualized and dynamic feedback with synchronized video and graphics used to simulate real-world environment and interactions. Multiple "correct" answers are integrated into the learning system to allow individualized learning experiences in which navigation through the system is at a pace controlled by the learner. A robust business model provides support for realistic activities and allows a user to experience real world consequences for their actions and decisions and entails realtime decision-making and synthesis of the educational material. The system is architected around a table of components to manage and control the system.
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Projects
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Director-level Leadership Development
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Global program to prepare director level leaders to meet challenges presented by emerging and mature markets. The program began with a comprehensive needs analysis. Four internet-based microsims interspersed with rich classroom sessions are used to help change the culture and help directors successfully translate strategic to tactical and manage their part of a global talent pool. Launched successfully in EMEA, Asia, and North America.
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Change Management Initiative
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My team helped guide Sanofi-Aventis through the pain of their organizational development and change management challenges as their IS Department underwent a transformation in how they governed, prioritized, and managed certain Business and IS-driven changes.
Specifically, we helped refine, align, and communicate processes within the global IT department to address organizational challenges and move the organization forward with increased clarity and efficiency.Other creators -
Honors & Awards
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Crain's 2021 Notable Executives in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Crain's Chicago Business
Honorees demonstrated that they made an impact in advancing DEI at their companies and in the workplace.
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Human Capital Management Excellence (Learning)
Brandon Hall
• Gold in Best Strategy for a Corporate Learning University
• Gold in Best Advance in Custom Content
• 2 Golds in Best Advance in Custom Content
• Silver in Best Unique or Innovative Learning and Development Program
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Learning in Practice Awards: Strategy Award
Chief Learning Officer
The awards were established in 2003 to recognize learning leaders who have demonstrated excellence in the design and delivery of employee development programs.
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Most Influential Black Corporate Directors
Savoy Magazine
Savoy magazine announced the release of its 2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors listing in the 2021 fall issue. Savoy's fall issue features a directory of 704 directors serving on the boards of public companies. As the leading business magazine reporting on African American success and achievement, Savoy's Most Influential Black Corporate directory is a prestigious listing of executives, influencers, and achievers active on the boards of the world's leading corporations and…
Savoy magazine announced the release of its 2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors listing in the 2021 fall issue. Savoy's fall issue features a directory of 704 directors serving on the boards of public companies. As the leading business magazine reporting on African American success and achievement, Savoy's Most Influential Black Corporate directory is a prestigious listing of executives, influencers, and achievers active on the boards of the world's leading corporations and organizations.
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25 Influential Black Women in Business
The Network Journal
The Network Journal’s Annual 25 Influential Black Women in Business Awards honors Black women who have made significant contributions in their selected profession and their community.
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Women in Leadership Executive Impact Award
Linkage
Honorees are innovators and change-makers who are committed to developing and implementing new approaches to achieving gender parity within their organizations, and beyond. They work to advance and support women leaders at all levels in meaningful ways.
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Brandon Hall Bronze Award
Brandon Hall
Best Strategy for a Corporate University – Kraft Heinz (2019)
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40 Women To Watch Over 40
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Forty Women to Watch over 40 was created by Christina Vuleta and Whitney Johnson to bring awareness to the reality that innovation gets even better with age.
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Hutchins Scholar
The Aspen Institute
Selected as a Hutchins Scholar for Aspen Executive Seminar in Aspen, CO.
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Aspen Ideas Festival Scholar
The Aspen Institute
The Aspen Institute in Aspen, Colorado selects a number of scholars for their annual summer festival because, "(they) think (the scholars) have the kind of ideas that could change the world."
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Woman of Influence
Chicago Business Journal
In 2015, The Chicago Business Journal picked 46 honorees for its inaugural Women of Influence Awards.
The program honors women business leaders in the Chicago area who innovate, succeed and "pay it forward," who stand out both for their achievements in the marketplace as well as their commitment to community and mentoring.
The Chicago Business Journal's Women of Influence is part of a national effort by American City Business Journals — the premier company in the country devoted…In 2015, The Chicago Business Journal picked 46 honorees for its inaugural Women of Influence Awards.
The program honors women business leaders in the Chicago area who innovate, succeed and "pay it forward," who stand out both for their achievements in the marketplace as well as their commitment to community and mentoring.
The Chicago Business Journal's Women of Influence is part of a national effort by American City Business Journals — the premier company in the country devoted to the reporting of local business news — to identify and celebrate women business leaders and to foster business environments that will create even more successful women in the future.
Organizations
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Maisie Innovations
Masie Fellow
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Marshall Goldsmith's 100 Coaches (MG100)
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- Present100 Coaches, founded by world-renowned business educator and coach, Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is an organization that brings together many of the world's leading executive coaches, top business thinkers and best leaders with the common purpose of making good executives better. We offer services and opportunities that amplify the collective impact of our members. Together, our goal is to prepare, develop, and energize inspired leaders for the future.
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Council on Foreign Relations
Life Member
- PresentThe Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher. Each of these functions makes CFR an indispensable resource in a complex world. CFR's current membership of over 4,900 is divided among those living in New York, Washington, DC, across the country and abroad.
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, a public service organization
Diamond Life Member
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92Y Women inPower
2017 Fellow
-Women inPower is a cross-sector fellowship program that provides senior level women the peer support, mentorship, training and coaching needed to advance them to C-level positions. This one-of-a-kind program provides female leaders in New York City with executive mentorship, educational training and workshops, and membership in an active community of female leaders.
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