What do you do at NIHTC?
As a training coordinator, I work closely with program managers to process course attendees at the NIH Training Center.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Being knowledgeable enough to help everyone and continuing to learn more to move up in the field.

What do you like most about your position?
I like being able to guide people who come to me with questions and helping all my other peers.

What hashtags describe you best?
#leo  #BossLady  #SneakerGuru  #GoodVibes

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I like to make content on different platforms about the hottest shoes that come out and review the like and dislikes, the story behind the shoe, and answer any sneaker questions my viewers ask. I also have a podcast with my two best friends. An interesting fact about me is I am a natural red head but depending on the weather on that day is when my hair decides to be red or brown XD.

What do you do at NIHTC?
I think of myself as a “learning curator.” My role is to ensure that valuable leadership and professional development experiences are available to all members of the NIH community, particularly women leaders. 

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
I am most proud of the implementation and launch of NIH’s Executive Leadership Program (ExLP). It is very rewarding to be on a project that started from a mere idea back in 2007 to now being embedded in NIH’s culture. The ExLP is the product of extensive research, benchmarking, and collaboration. Now in its 11th year, the program is the best it’s ever been, thanks to feedback from participants and NIH advisors who are committed to ensuring the program’s long-term success. I’m also very proud of NIH’s Executive Coaching Program, which I helped to establish in 2005. Coaching is now very much a part of NIH’s leadership culture and I take great pride in these two initiatives.

What do you like most about your position?
My commitment to NIH’s scientific mission drives everything I do. When technically smart people have good leadership skills, and are happy, and engaged, that translates into exceptional performance on the job - to perform cutting edge research that leads to new discoveries that ultimately will help extend and save lives. There is no greater mission than the one we serve. That alone is motivating to me each day! I offer internal leadership coaching to NIH leaders at various levels. My mission as a coach is to guide professionals on a journey of self-awareness and intentional development, helping them identify their strengths, blind spots, and opportunities for growth. Coaching is by far the most rewarding aspect of my role! 

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
Travel is my passion! I have a deep appreciation for learning about people, different cultures, and most of all experiencing new cuisines. Yes, I am a foodie. Of all the places I have traveled to, Aruba (affectionately known as “One Happy Island”) is hands-down my favorite. I try to visit every year and have been going there since I was a child. Now my family also loves Aruba. I love listening to all types of music genres (from classical and rock to hip-hop and R&B.) Attending music concerts, curating music playlists and dancing to music are my favorite pastimes. 

How can I find out more about the leadership and professional development learning opportunities offered through NIHTC?
Please click on the links for detailed information about the NIH Executive Leadership Program, Executive & Team Coaching,  Women in Leadership: Strategies for Success, and Women in Leadership Alumnae Coaching Circles. 

Education and Certifications
B.A. in Political Science, Spelman College
M.B.A., Marketing Concentration, Kennesaw State University
COR II (Contract Officer's Representative, Level II) 
Executive Coach, Sherpa Leadership Institute 
Executive Certificate in Leadership Coaching, Georgetown University 

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am a Program Manager at the NIH Training Center. I manage Presidential Management Fellows Program.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Serving as the MSS Program Manager has been rewarding and exciting. I love helping the coordinators and seeing the fruit of their labor in developing seminars for over 200 participants.

What do you like most about your position?
I enjoy any opportunity to invest in anyone’s career. The Management Seminar Series is also amazing in that I get to see the most engaging professional development of over 200 employees.

What hashtags describe you best?
#truthoverfeelings

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I started a podcast and picked up doing spoken word during the stay at home order. 

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am a Training Coordinator at NIH Training Center. I coordinate Title 42 and the Acquisitions portfolio.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Being of great service to my team, so we can all reach our goals.

What do you like most about your position?
Being able to help others in a way that’s beneficial to their growth.

What hashtags describe you best?
#adventurous  #fun  #loving  #ambitious  #libra

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I enjoy cooking and traveling, it gives me a sense of peace and joy especially during tough times. 

What do you do at NIHTC?
I’m the Technical Support Specialist here at the NIH Training Center. I’m responsible for supporting the technical aspects of the courses and programs that the training center delivers.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
One of my proudest moments here has been supporting the technical aspects of the move to White Flint from Rockledge. I had to implement different deployment strategies in order to meet certain deadlines. I had to use prioritization and sequencing skills that I developed during the move. I oversaw the setup of the classrooms’ computers, server configurations, and had to troubleshoot A/V issues. It all came together well, and we were able to reopen on time.

What do you like most about your position?
I like the variety of the projects that I work on here at the training center. I am a lifelong learner and being able to learn something new daily is what drives me. Being able to explain technical issues and successfully resolve problems in a timely manner makes me feel accomplished in my job.

What hashtags describe you best?
#pugDad #innovation #automation #pragmatist

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I enjoy playing golf, listening to music, hanging out with friends, working with computer software and hardware outside of work. An interesting fact about me is that I plan on moving to Europe one day in the distant future.

What do you do at NIHTC?
I have the pleasure of having multiple design responsibilities ranging from presentation design to web design at the NIH Training Center. Performing regular updates to the NIH Training Center website and observing site activity in order to better serve the Training Center community.  

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Being able to bridge certain gaps to hasten and fortify the communications that make the NIH Training Center’s efforts more effective are what make me feel the most accomplished.

What do you like most about your position?
Working within a team-oriented framework is my nurturing soil. I think knowing how much I can grow and develop my skill-set keeps the role fresh and exciting. 

What hashtags describe you best?
#formfollowsfunction #withgreatpower 

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I love listening to my favorite podcasts whether wacky or serious content. Traveling abroad has been an interest of mine that I plan to get back into as soon as the opportunity arises.  I try to live by the motto, “Leave the world better than you found it.”

Education and Certifications
M.S. in Communications Design, Pratt Institute
B.F.A. in Graphic Design, Howard University

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am a Program Manager. In this role, I am responsible for managing the Senior Leadership Program, Supervisory Skills Training Courses (Supervisory Essentials Training, Supervisory Refresher, SuperShort: Recruitment & Hiring, SuperShort: Effective Feedback, SuperShort: Performance Conduct, SuperShort: Work-Life Balance) Civility and Equity Courses, Title 42, and FED HR for Admin Professionals; all of which are offered to the NIH staff.   

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
One of my proudest accomplishments at NIH is planning and hosting our first alumni event for the Senior Leadership Program. Many alumni have been eagerly anticipating this gathering, so I feel both excited and proud to have had the opportunity to bring everyone together for this inaugural occasion.

What do you like most about your position?
I have a passion for training. In the training realm, there are many moving parts which allows me to use my strengths, while at the same time, meet the training needs and professional development goals of our NIH staff. 

What hashtags describe you best?
#family #loyallibra #gbssurvivor #chocolate #itsthelittlethings #optimistic #crimejunkie

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
As a mom of four, my time to read and relax is limited. After work, I spend a lot of time driving my children to practices and school events. I know I am late to the game, but I finally discovered the joy of audiobooks. Listening to audiobooks is my new hobby for relaxation!

Education and Certifications
M.Ed. in Education, Marymount University
B.A. in Psychology/English, Marymount University
Creating Leadership Development Programs Certificate, Association of Talent Development (ATD)
COR I (Contract Officer's Representative, Level I)

What do you do at NIHTC?
I’m a training coordinator for the NIH Training Center. I work closely with program managers to open and facilitate courses for NIH staff, and to ensure that classes run smoothly.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
I’m proud to have kept classes running smoothly in a virtual environment and adapting to new systems.

What do you like most about your position?
I love working with our team, which consists of a bunch of creative problem-solvers who are driven to support each other and the NIH mission.

What hashtags describe you best?
#naturelover #dogobsessed #travel #truecrime

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
love skiing! I grew up in the mountains of Vermont and it’s remained one of my passions. (It’s also one of the only sports I’m good at.)

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am a Program Manager at the NIH Training Center. I manage NIH Management Intern (MI) Program, The Management Seminar Series (MSS), and I conduct Individual Development Plan (IDP) Workshops.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
I graduated from the MI Program in 2017, and my proudest accomplishment is being asked back to manage the very same program.

What do you like most about your position?
When in the MI Program and later assisting in recruitment and orientation, I always stressed remembering where you came from. I love that I get to pass this same thought on to new Cohorts of Interns.

What hashtags describe you best?
#girldad #cantsayno #alwaysbusy #adventure

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I love to travel and explore the outdoors. I go to as many rock concerts as I can.

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am the Project Manager for the DSFederal, Inc. staff. We are a contractor that provides the administrative and technical services to the NIHTC.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Quickly learning and integrating NIHTC systems and being promoted to a role that allows me to have more access to the goals and needs of the team.

What do you like most about your position?
I really enjoy the mix of creativity and strategy of project management.

What hashtags describe you best?
#Virgo  #Creator  #HomeChef  #MusicLover  #AlwaysEvolving

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
A best practice for me is staying curious. Curiosity allows exploration and opens your mind to possibilities.

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am a Program Support Specialist who will be supporting the multitude of programs at NIH Training Center by being the main form of contact between the vendor and its participants. 

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
My primary goal is to make a meaningful impact on the team and the overall success of the organization.

What do you like most about your position?
The opportunity to provide essential support, facilitate collaboration, and contribute to the success of diverse projects.

What hashtags describe you best?
#curious #adventurous #optimistic #family #empathetic #travel

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I am passionate about exploring new adventures, cultures, and cuisines through travel. I cherish moments with loved ones and thrive on helping others. I also have a deep appreciation for discovering new fragrances. Connecting scents to specific seasons in my life is a passion that brings joy and nostalgia.

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am a Training Coordinator who will be working on the Acquisitions Portfolio. 

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Becoming proficient at managing the largest NIHTC class portfolio.

What do you like most about your position?
I enjoy troubleshooting issues that come up for NIH employees and helping them with the registration process.

What hashtags describe you best?
#creative  #family

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I love working with children. I have been a babysitter for over 13 years. I studied early childhood development in college for a while which I think benefitted the work I did with children as well as informs how I work with adults now. I always say, "Everyone was a kid first." For me, accessing the kid inside the learner is key to understanding how people learn and what they need to grow.

Education and Certifications
M.P.S in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, University of Maryland

What do you do at NIHTC?
I’m the NIHTC Director. In this capacity, I am responsible for all our programs and services, along with the multiple talented teams that manage our vast portfolio. I also serve as the deputy (“second”) to the OHR Workforce Support and Development Division Director. I stay close to the work our instructors and coaches do by additionally teaching writing workshops, facilitating strategic planning sessions, and serving as a leadership coach. 

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
I’ve served in several roles at the Training Center since I started here, and I’ve been in an NIHTC leadership role for more than 10 years now, so it’s hard to pick just one! I am very proud of how we’ve expanded our training portfolio over the past decade, tripling the number of customers we now serve annually. Something that sticks with me is serving as a strategic driver behind our Continuum of Leadership Programs, including the launch of our Women in Leadership workshops and the conversion of the Management Seminar Series to a large-scale program for more than 200 high-performing staff across NIH. Adding more individualized services to our leadership portfolio, I also spearheaded the launch of IDP Consulting and Leadership Coaching, which has been great fun to all those involved in providing these services as well as our clients who use them. 

What do you like most about your position?
I love the enterprising component of the Training Center, which provides opportunities to pilot new offerings and see how the NIH community takes to them. I never get bored in my position, as it relies on a variety of skills and I’m always learning new things. I treasure the strategic parts of my position, and I am grateful to work for a motivating mission with fantastic people who are dedicated to helping fellow NIHers.

What hashtags describe you best?
#nightowl  #maker  #strategicintuition  #learningisthriving  #somanyprojectssolittletime  #systemicthinker

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I am a creative person at heart and enjoy making and improving things – especially when using limited resources in a new way or converting a concept into tangible reality. I was an avid swing and salsa dancer for years, and I’ve always loved practicing foreign languages. I do a lot of arts and crafts with my young son, making miniature houses out of N95 boxes, pressing flowers, or painting with watercolors. I also relax by reading memoirs and first-person novels that quickly draw you in.

Education and Certifications
M.A. in Applied Linguistics/Education, University of Surrey
B.A. in English, Brown University
Executive Coach, Sherpa Leadership Institute 
Benchmarks 360 Assessments Certification, Center for Creative Leadership 
Strategic Planning Facilitation Certification, Leadership Strategies 
NIH Senior Leadership Program Graduate, University of Maryland
MBTI Steps 1 and II Certified Facilitator, American Management Association
Instructional Designer/Developer Certification, Langevin 
COR II (Contract Officer's Representative, Level II)

What do you do at NIHTC?
I’m the Deputy Director at the NIH Training Center. I manage the operations which includes the many classes we offer the NIH. In addition, I oversee the marketing efforts.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
While I have many accomplishments that I’m proud of, the one that stands out the most is the successful move to the White Flint facility. We did this with no interruptions to our classes. One day we were at Rockledge and the next  we were offering classes at White Flint!

What do you like most about your position?
I love being the Deputy Director at the NIHTC. I knew from the moment I read the job posting that this was the job for me. Almost seven years later, I still feel the same way and no day is ever the same! I love the incredible team of professionals I work with, and to be part of the NIH community is the most rewarding part of my job.

What hashtags describe you best?
#positive  #thehelper  #enjoythejourney

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I love to cook and watch all the shows on Bravo. I love working out at OrangeTheory. Recently, I’ve become obsessed with TikTok! My husband and I have an adorable Corgi named Jack.

What do you do at NIHTC?
I have the incredible role of engaging bright, talented, passionate and mission-driven staff in a variety of programs to facilitate their individual professional development goals. I manage the Mid-level Leadership Program; I am an Internal Leadership Coach; I deliver Individual Development Plan (IDP) workshops; I provide one-on-one IDP counseling; and I coordinate the DDM Seminar Series. All of which are excellent opportunities to further professional development.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Standing up the Mid-level Leadership Program in 2011 is my proudest accomplishment. I had just started at NIH and as a result of a concurrent departure was given the wonderful opportunity to manage the entire process. The Mid-level Leadership Program continues to be a highly anticipated and sought-after program by vanguard leaders across across NIH almost fifteen years later.

What do you like most about your position?
What I like most about my position is twofold: 1) what I do at the NIHTC is incredibly fulfilling, and 2) I work on an amazing team that works as hard as they laugh. 

What hashtags describe you best?
#believer #enabler #ridiculous #earnest

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I’m in love with nature; I embrace understanding through others; travel is an incredible vehicle for fun and learning; go Bay Area!

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am the Program Manager overseeing the Emerging Talent Program (ETP), and Deputy Director for Management Seminar Series (DDM Seminar Series).

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Contributing to the enhancement of the Emerging Talent Program.

What do you like most about your position?
Being able to spearhead a program dedicated to skill enhancement and professional growth for a targeted population within the NIH. 

What hashtags describe you best?
#FaithOverFear #MindOverMatter #JetSetter #LivingMyBestLife

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I was born in Accra, Ghana.

Education and Certifications
Masters of Science (Human Resource Development) - Towson University
Masters in Business Administration- University of Maryland Global Campus
Society of Human Resource Management Certified Professional - SHRM-CP

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am a Program Manager at the NIH Training Center. I manage our large Acquisitions Training classes portfolio. I am also an MSS Coordinator for FY25. 

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Helping acquisition professionals obtain the credentials they need for their jobs. 

What do you like most about your position?
Helping the NIH Community meet their training needs and fulfill their professional goals is an amazing feeling. I look forward to doing this for many years to come.

What hashtags describe you best?
#Family  #Travel  #Creative  #BoyMom  #TechnicalGuru  #AlwaysBusy  #Acquisitions

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I love to get outdoors and to explore. A lifelong learner, traveler, and meeting different people is an incredible feeling. 

Education and Certifications
M.A. in Communications/Publication Design, University of Baltimore
B.S. in Corporate Communications, University of Baltimore 
PORSCI ADKAR Change Management Certification 
COR I (Contract Officer's Representative, Level I) 

What do you do at NIHTC?
I provide guidance, supervision, and training to the contracting staff to ensure not only high-quality service, but the seamless execution of tasks and achievement of project objectives. A strategic multi-tasker, I orchestrate and coordinate project activities into organized symphonies.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
My biggest source of pride has been consistently providing high levels of client satisfaction through clear communication, managing expectations, and sending deliverables ahead of schedule. This has allowed me to build a positive, working relationship with both clients and vendors alike.

What do you like most about your position?
Having a significant level of responsibility and autonomy in guiding team members so they are more than equipped to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

What hashtags describe you best?
#bettafishneedatleast10gallons  #matchalattés

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I am a mechanical keyboard enthusiast and thoroughly enjoy building custom, premium keyboards. 

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am a Administrative Assistant at the NIH Training Center and support various roles throughout the team.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
At the NIHTC I strive to meet daily goals and the need of the organization thereby increasing team strength.

What do you like most about your position?
In this position it will give me the opportunity to put organization and administrative skill into practice thereby improving workflow.

What hashtags describe you best?
#Optimistic  #thoughtful

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I love to read, exercise, travel and spending time with loved ones. 

What do you do at NIHTC?
I wear 2 hats at the NIH Training Center. I am the Program Manager for the Learning Management System (LMS) Administrator classes, and I represent HR Systems, Analytics, and Information Division (HR SAID) as the LMS Functional Lead. I am like a liaison between NIHTC and HR SAID. It’s the best of both worlds. 

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
That’s a tough question because there have been so many great moments. If I had to pick one, it would be the NIH Training Center New Registration Process. I can’t wait to see it in action. It’s been two years waiting and watching this become a reality. I’d be remiss if I didn’t add another special accomplishment – The launch and support of the NIH Coronavirus Safety Training Video. It was tested and up in less than an hour right before Dr. Collins’s announcement to Group A!

But wait…I was the co-anchor for the SAID All Hands on the was on July 1. I could add a few more, piloting the LMS classes as virtual – Look at us now! Seriously, the list goes on. I have been enabled to use my creative strategy brain to explore areas that have yet to be tapped.

What do you like most about your position?
I have always wanted to be a liaison since I shadowed Larry Chloupek as part of MLP. It was the most rewarding and impactful experience I have had during my tenure at NIH. I am part of two families = Workforce Support and Development Division (WSDD) and SAID. How incredibly cool is that! I get to work with so many wonderful people and impact the NIH mission.

What hashtags describe you best?
#trailblazer #crisismanagement #alwaysreadytohelp #foreverNIHfed #winterweatherenthusiast

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
Many of you know that I am crazy, just crazy about snow. Just to set the scene, I grew up in Augusta, Georgia. There was no snow to talk about, but I just loved weather. I loved the weather so much that during Hanukkah, 1983 I thought my parents got me The Weather Channel as a gift. I totally geeked out before knowing what geeked out meant. I watched it every waking hour. 

My passion is snow and providing fun weather reports to my current and former colleagues. What you don’t know is that I also geek out with hurricanes. My first was watching Hurricane Hugo form in the Atlantic. That one scared the daylights out of the me because I had friends in Charleston, SC.

The funniest story was around Snowpacalypse and Snowmaggedon. An NIH colleague insisted I needed to buy snow pants. I told her I had boots, but she said I’d thank her later. I have NEVER seen so much snow in my life and it was the BEST!

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am a Program Manager at the NIH Training Center. I manage ITAS, Travel, EHCM System training, and Professional Development classes. I assist with marketing our classes, programs, and services, and I manage Highlights, the NIHTC's quarterly newsletter.  

What do you like most about your position?
Working with staff at the NIH to help meet their training needs is fulfilling, and I enjoy the opportunities to be creative, such as working on marketing campaigns, creating and editing articles for our newsletter, and analyzing data about our classes and programs.

What hashtags describe you best?
#family #foodie #dogmom #organized #loveschecklists

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I enjoy activities that allow me to be creative, such as gardening, baking, and cooking. I also enjoy spending time with my dog and my family, and I am a lover of reality TV and documentaries.

What do you do at NIHTC?
I mainly address technical issues that may arise during the daily operations of the Training Center.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Ensuring that the pre-class preparation that we do with our onsite classroom computers can be adapted to the virtual training environment. I strive to keep class time dedicated to learning instead of troubleshooting technical problems.

What do you like most about your position?
My position allows me to experience and solve a variety of technical issues that may arise during the daily operations of the Training Center. 

What hashtags describe you best?
#turnitoffandonagain

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
My favorite movie is The Matrix, and I try to rewatch it every year or so.

Education and Certifications
M.S. in Cybersecurity, University of Maryland Baltimore County 
B.A. in Psychology, University of Maryland Baltimore County

What do you do at NIHTC?
I am a Program Manager at the NIH Training Center. I manage the Budget and Data Skills, and Purchase Card classes.

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Looking forward to creating a lasting and positive impact on the training needs for the NIH Community.

What do you like most about your position?
The possibility to make a difference, the work with many moving parts, the atmosphere of respect and empowerment.

What hashtags describe you best?
#creative  #camping  #beach  #shine  #gardening  #family

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
I love to learn to do new things, especially arts and crafts. I embark the challenge  to master something and be proud of the accomplishments. If it turns out to be unsuccessful, it is ok, we learn more from failure than success.

Education and Certifications
MBA- UMGC
BS- International Business - Robert Smith School of Business, UMD

What do you do at NIHTC?
As the Programs Unit Chief, I oversee our leadership and development programs: from the Management Intern (MI) and Presidential Management Fellow (PMF) programs; to the Management Seminar Series (MSS) and Mid- and Senior- Level Leadership Programs (MLP and SLP).  

What is your proudest accomplishment here?
Having managed the Senior Leadership Program (SLP) since 2015, I am extremely honored to be a part of how this program has evolved. Over the past several years we have actively supported additions to the SLP like increased coaching, a performance simulation, an immersive 3-day opening, and new topic areas such as Racial Equity and succession planning. I am also happy to have been a part of bringing racial equity trainings to the NIH community, to include a 2-hour seminar available on videocast NIH-wide.

What do you like most about your position?
I love that I have a hand in supporting the NIH through leadership development. I truly enjoy the NIHTC team I work with every day.

What hashtags describe you best?
#blessed  #grateful  #familyislife  #cookingrightnow  #bike20+

Tell us something about yourself- a hobby, best practice, interesting fact, etc.
My best practice is finding the positive in everything…you really don’t have to look very far.