As Director of Programs Administration, I provide leadership and support to help the Programs team operate efficiently, effectively, and consistently. I am responsible for our procedural framework, policy clarification, and creating tools and training that strengthen our grant oversight processes and support Program Officers in their critical work.

My work includes coordinating outreach and engagement, planning scholar and partner events, supporting government relations, and helping advance strategic initiatives that strengthen Golden LEAF’s impact across the state.

My role at Golden LEAF centers around data and helping turn that data into meaningful insights. I support both our Programs and Scholarship work by managing grants and scholarship data, ensuring our records are accurate and reliable. I also analyze that information to identify trends, support informed decision-making, and help Golden LEAF better understand and maximize the impact of our work.

I evaluate funding proposals, support the implementation of Golden LEAF priorities, and oversee project monitoring and compliance activities. My work focuses on projects in the Workforce Preparedness priority.

Briefly describe your role at Golden LEAF.
I review grantee reports at the initial, interim, and final stages to ensure documentation and policy compliance before they reach program officers. I also conduct research to support monitoring level assessments

Briefly describe your role at Golden LEAF.
At Golden LEAF, I manage awarded grants and support a wide range of program-related activities and special projects. I work closely with the Senior Vice President/General Counsel and the Vice President/Chief of Staff, as well as support our program officers, to move projects forward efficiently. My work includes several special initiatives including the disaster relief initiatives, Golden LEAF Schools, and NC Ag Leads. I also work with Golden LEAF’s Economic Catalyst Program and select SITE and special projects. I help ensure projects are implemented efficiently and effectively.

As a program officer, I help ensure Golden LEAF funds are used to positively impact rural North Carolina economies. I conduct due diligence and review inquiries related to applications to assess their alignment with the foundation’s funding priorities. I serve as a liaison to grantees on funded projects supporting their financial and pragmatic success.

I am responsible for processing accounts payable, recording journal entries, assisting with annual audits, and other accounting functions assigned by the Vice President of Finance. I am also responsible for Human Resources duties such as assisting staff with questions and concerns regarding their annual leave and annual sick leave.

I oversee the grant process, including management of our grants management system and the data it contains. My role involves ensuring accurate, efficient workflows that support staff and grantees throughout the grant lifecycle.