Lisa-Marie Pierre
CAREER SUMMARY
Experienced and talented program coordinator, researcher, and manager in areas of youth-related services, cultural and environmental issues, development, and sports in the U.S. and abroad. Possess strong communication skills, as well as proficiency in multiple computer programs, social media, and research.
EDUCATION
University of Miami, M.S.Ed., Sport Administration, 08/2009
Coral Gables, FL
Special Project; The Race to Stardom from Diversity in Athletics to Skills Specialization:
Effects on Adolescent Well-Being and Attitudes
Spelman College, B.A., Major in Psychology; Minor in Women Studies/Caribbean History, 05/2007
Atlanta, GA
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
The National Center for Suburban Studies at Hofstra University, Research Assistant
Long Island, NY, 02/2012-Present
- Create, implement, and manage a comprehensive social media strategy to increase visibility, membership, and traffic.
- Monitor trends in social media and appropriately apply knowledge, while measuring the impact of social media on overall marketing efforts.
- Manage projects, review, and provide feedback on eight student’s work.
- Create and organize online files for researcher use.
- Conceptualize, write, edit, and review research.
- Research and compile list of potential presenters for Sustainability Conference
- Conceptualize and create graphics for flyers, Constant Contact emails, social media, etc.
Lisa Inks/Closed Lid, Owner/Writer
Long Island, NY, 09/2009-Present
- Managing daily operational activities including producing, analyzing, and coordinating website, social media, articles, events, and correspondence.
- Utilizing assessments and adhering to business plan to set short and long term goals for improving company outlook.
Association of Haitian Physicians Abroad (AMHE), Haiti Relief Deployment Coordinator
Long Island, NY, 01/2010-04/2010
- Compiled and maintained database of over 500 health professional volunteers for Haiti earthquake medical relief efforts, while supervising and delegating tasks to 15 volunteers.
- Coordinated schedules, booked flights, and provided itineraries for approximately 200 deployed health professional volunteers.
Gulliver Preparatory School, Athletic Department Intern
Miami, FL, 08/2008-05/2009
- Assisted in daily operations of athletic department including game day operations.
- Performed the following administrative tasks: writing press releases, correspondence with coaches and other high schools, inputting game and practice schedules in LeagueMinder, and substituting.
Nanston Dental Group, Patient Services Representative
Norcross, GA , 06/2007-08/2008
- Responsible for responding to inbound calls and patient resolution.
- Maintained and scheduled patient appointments while maintaining accurate account information.
COMMUNITY WORK
Rockville Centre Conservancy, Communications Volunteer
Long Island, NY, 07/2012-Present
Haitian Orphans Wish, Social Media Specialist
Long Island, NY, 03/2011-Present
The Future Project, Mentor
New York, NY, 09/2011-04/2012
Long Island Small Farm Summit, Public Relations Committee
Long Island, NY, 11/2011-04/2012
Kulula Project, Activity Specialist/Mentor
Miami, FL, 03/2009-06/2009
Association of Haitian Physicians Abroad (AMHE), Haiti Relief Deployment Coordinator
Long Island, NY, 01/2010-04/2010
Association of Haitian Physicians Abroad (AMHE), Youth Activities Coordinator
Long Island, NY, 05/2006-05/2009
Atlanta Habitat for Humanity, IRS Certified Vita Tax Preparer
Atlanta, GA, 01/2008-04/2008
Women Watch Afrika, Intern
Atlanta, GA, 10/2006-08/2007
United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta, Volunteer Involvement Program
Atlanta, GA , 03/2006-05/2006
SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office, SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences), Macintosh, LeagueMinder, Edline, QSI, Market Research, Constant Contact, and Social Media. Functional in Haitian-Creole. Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Certified.
PUBLICATIONS
- Pierre, L.M. (2012). On the Brink guest blogger. http://ow.ly/c7YpU
- Garren, S., Niedt, C., Brinkmann, R., Levy, L., Pierre, L.M., Robson, J., Yantis, J., Shamir, K., Hoffman, C., Catania, J., Skahill, H. (2012). Demographics and community profiles for 27 selected census designated places in Long Island. Hempstead, NY: Hofstra University, National Center for Suburban Studies.
- Casimir, L.M. (2010). Sleep: a distant memory. Reflets Magazine, 46, 4-7.
- 2006 & 2007. Toni Cade Bambara Scholar Activist Conference: Panelist
- 2007. The Unity Conference: 2nd Symposium on Haiti: Panelist
- 2007. Southeastern Psychological Association; New Orleans Conference: Poster
INTERESTS
- Sports, Business, International Development, Sustainability, Wellness, Social Media, Entrepreneurship, Non-Profits, Communications, Community Service, and Writing.
