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Professional Programs

Federal Program Management at The Washington Center

Enhancing Federal Talent Pipelines for the Department of State Internship and Fellowship Programs

Role: Sr. Manager, Federal Programs
Developed strategic plans for diversity and inclusion initiatives, created and implemented HR policies, and built structured internship and fellowship programs.
Challenges: Aligning program goals with federal agency objectives, increasing student applications, and improving intern retention rates.
Outcome: Implemented targeted recruitment initiatives, resulting in a 20% increase in student applications and a 15% rise in intern retention rates.
Utilized Salesforce and Excel for data analysis, leading to the creation of automated reporting and recruitment dashboards.

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Department of State FAIT Fellowship

Department of State CLARKE Fellowship

Diversity Talent Program Management at Oracle NetSuite

Oracle NetSuite Diversity Campus Recruitment Strategy

Role: Senior Recruiting Program Manager
Developed and executed long-range diversity campus recruitment strategies for North America, fostering relationships with tech partners and stakeholders to source niche technical early career talent.
Challenges:
- Building and maintaining diverse talent pipelines.
- Coordinating recruitment events and ensuring smooth onboarding for new hires.
Solutions and Outcomes:
- Boosted diverse talent pipelines by 30%, leading to increased diversity in the Customer Success and Development Program, Sales, and Consulting Practice.
- Facilitated activities for 400+ interns during SuperDay interviews and executed early talent career attraction programs.

Oracle Case Consulting Competition

Oracle NetSuite Campus Programs

Oracle Campus Recruitment Fairs

Change Management at ALDI, Inc.

Revenue-Generating Store Grand Openings

Role: Senior Change Management Consultant
Led project development and operations for three major revenue-generating ALDI store grand openings.
Challenges:
- Implementing change management strategies to ensure accurate budgeting and optimal staffing levels.
- Driving diversity initiatives tailored to store demographics.
Solutions and Outcomes:
- Achieved $2 million in sales by implementing effective change management strategies.
- Designed and executed D&I programs, resulting in a 40% increase in revenue and a 5% enhancement in workforce diversity.

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ALDI Grand Opening x 2

Global DEI Programs at Nike | Jordan Brand

Global Mentorship & Internship Programs

Role:Temporary Global DEI Program Manager
As a Temporary Global DEI Program Manager, I built and implemented a global mentorship and internship program for the Jordan Brand-WINGS Foundation. This program focused on cultural enrichment, professional development, and organizing student educational events. Additionally, I executed several internship projects for the global DEI team and participated in my internship team competition.
Responsibilities:
Developed and launched mentorship programs.
Facilitated dynamic panel discussions and activations for Employee Resource Groups.
Managed budget constraints and coordinated large-scale events.
Challenges:
Increasing ERG membership and fostering a sense of inclusion.
Managing partnerships between senior and junior staff.
Attracting attendees to events and maintaining high engagement levels.
Solutions and Outcomes:
Successfully facilitated panel discussions and activations, attracting over 600 attendees and receiving a 94% positive feedback rating.
Worked closely with the Jordan Brand as part of my internship, enhancing my understanding of brand-specific strategies and needs.
Managed additional internship projects for the global DEI team, contributing to broader organizational goals.Achieved a 15% rise in ERG membership and a 30% increase in community brand awareness, demonstrating the effectiveness of the initiatives implemented.

Nike Global Internship Experience Showcase

Employee Mentorship Program

WINGS Global Mentorship Program

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Programming and Fan Engagement with NFL, NCAA, and NCCU Athletics

Coordination & Program Experiences

NFL - Fan Experience and Engagement Program

Role: Program Coordinator

-Secured high-profile speakers such as Eric Thomas to enhance fan engagement and inspire attendees.

-Designed and executed fan experience programs during major NFL events.

-Managed relationships with key stakeholders to ensure seamless event execution.

Challenges:

-Meeting the high expectations of NFL fans and maintaining their engagement.

-Coordinating the logistics for high-profile events and speakers.

-Catering to a diverse fan base with varying interests.

Solutions and Outcomes:

-Successfully secured Eric Thomas, resulting in increased event attendance and positive feedback.

-Effectively managed event logistics, leading to smooth and impactful events.

-Created engaging programs that increased fan satisfaction and loyalty.

NCAA - Athletes Give Back Program

Role: Program Coordinator

-Led the Athletes Give Back program, encouraging student-athletes to participate in community service activities.

-Designed initiatives that connected athletes with local communities.

-Organized events that highlighted the contributions of student-athletes to their communities.

Challenges:

-Encouraging student-athletes to balance their academic, athletic, and community service commitments.

-Maintaining high levels of participation and enthusiasm for community service activities.

-Ensuring adequate resources and support for program activities.

Solutions and Outcomes:

-Successfully motivated student-athletes to engage in community service, leading to higher participation rates.

-Organized impactful events that received positive feedback from participants and the community.

-Efficiently managed resources, ensuring the sustainability and success of the program.

NCCU Athletics Department

Roles: Advisor, Liaison, Program Manager, Mentor, President:

-Provided guidance and support to student-athletes, helping them navigate their academic and athletic responsibilities.

-Acted as a bridge between the athletics department and other university departments, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.

-Managed various programs aimed at enhancing the student-athlete experience, including wellness initiatives and professional development workshops.

-Mentored student-athletes, providing career guidance and personal development support.

-Served as president of student organizations, leading initiatives that promoted community involvement and student success.

Challenges:

-Balancing multiple roles and responsibilities within the athletics department.

-Maintaining high levels of engagement and participation in programs and initiatives.

-Managing programs with limited resources and budget constraints.

Solutions and Outcomes:

-Provided comprehensive support to student-athletes, contributing to their overall success and well-being.

-Facilitated effective communication and collaboration between departments, enhancing the overall student-athlete experience.

-Implemented successful programs and initiatives that received positive feedback and increased student participation.

NFL Experience with

Eric Thomas

NCAA Leaders Give Back

NCCU Student Athlete Nutrition Bar

NCCU Student Athlete Partnership with Habitat for Humanity

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Entrepreneur Ventures

Total Athlete Collective

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AVOT Consulting

The Hustle TakeOver Podcast

The AVOT Foundation

AVOT Apparel

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Samira Simmons

I was first introduced to Miriam when I had the pleasure of working alongside her at the Oracle booth at the Howard University career. Miriam was knowledgeable, articulate, and showed genuine care for the students she was educating on the hiring process. She was able to answer questions and make the candidates feel at ease when visiting our booth. Miriam in personable and constantly seeking ways to grow in her career. Since the fair, I have reached out to her as a resources on several different occasions and she is always ready and willing to help out. Miriam goes above and beyond the ask of her role, and is a huge asset to any organization she chooses to be a part of .

Antonia Tyson

Miriam is an outstanding collaborator! She has a positive attitude, highly organized approach, and a remarkable ability to deliver results. Her keen attention to detail and ability to multi-task were invaluable assets to our team in ensuring that all projects were completed on time and to the highest standards. I am confident that she will make an exceptional contribution to any team or organization.

Kierra Austin Eaglin

Miriam consistently demonstrates exceptional organizational and communication skills. She is able to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks, while maintaining strong relationships with both peers and managers. She has the ability to effectively plan, coordinate, and execute complex projects from start to finish. In addition, Miriam has excellent networking skills and is able to build and maintain strong relationships with a wide range of professionals. She is a valuable asset to any team and I am more than grateful for having the opportunity to meet and work with her.

Samira Diallo

I had the absolute pleasure working with Miriam on various campus initiatives: Superday Recruiting event and a Case Competition. It is rare that you come across standout talent like Miriam.

Miriam is very detailed oriented with strong planning and organizational skills with an ability to juggle multiple projects at once. She contributed to the success of the events. She also brings a positive attitude and contributes to the culture of the organization.

I highly recommend her and hope to get a chance to work with her in the future.