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Experienced Fortune 500 Human Resources Executive with P&L responsibility. A recipient of…
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How do you balance feedback and autonomy when leading a start-up team?
Foundational. This is step one. Leadership behaviors will guide the Executives and the expectations of their teams. Providing the expectations of the leadership team in alignment with the core values will guide the cultural aspirations.
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What are common career goals you can set with a mentor?
This is the very reason having a mentor is important. To help you advance your career. Every great leader at one point has someone they can trust, talk to, has “lived it,” and can provide guidance on your career goals. Mentoring can challenge your self-limiting beliefs by introducing you to new ways of thinking to increase your professional aspirations.
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I had an incredible time at the Family Wealth Alliance, Inc. panel a few weeks ago! 🌟 Our discussion on Elevating Women in Family Wealth was both…
I had an incredible time at the Family Wealth Alliance, Inc. panel a few weeks ago! 🌟 Our discussion on Elevating Women in Family Wealth was both…
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🎉 Exciting News: WeAreTechWomen TechWomen100 Award Shortlist Released! 🎉 The #TechWomen100 awards, now in their 7th year, celebrate the…
🎉 Exciting News: WeAreTechWomen TechWomen100 Award Shortlist Released! 🎉 The #TechWomen100 awards, now in their 7th year, celebrate the…
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Today marks a monumental moment in history—women gained the right to vote in 1920, forever changing the landscape of American democracy. Discover how…
Today marks a monumental moment in history—women gained the right to vote in 1920, forever changing the landscape of American democracy. Discover how…
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Education
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Center for Creative Leadership
Center for Creative Leadership
IssuedCredential ID 360 Degree Feedback & Talent Development -
Volunteer Experience
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Chairman of the Board
Embassy Community Development Corporation
- Present 2 years
Economic Empowerment
Embassy Community Development Corporation (ECDC) programs are conceptualized based on four primary areas: mental health services, shelter for those in need of housing, education for our youth (ages 9-17), and helping to build family structure.
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Member
Private Directors Association®
- Present 3 years 1 month
https://www.privatedirectorsassociation.org/
The Private Directors Association (PDA) is an international, independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing boardroom practices and leadership in private corporations—corporate, ESOPs, family-owned, partnerships, private equity portfolio companies, and start-ups/venture capital financed—at all levels of revenue generation. -
Board Chair
EXCEL VILLAGE CENTER FOR LEARNING
- Present 9 years 8 months
Children
Providing consultative strategic direction towards the organization's mission - to create winning futures for youths in elementary, middle and high school through life-skill and career planning mentoring in STEM-FAB.
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Board of Trustees
Stillman College
- 5 years 7 months
Education
Member of the Board of Trustees. Audit Committee Chair
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Vice Chairman Board Directors
Alternative for Girls
- 11 years
Social Services
Consulted regarding mentoring, coaching, and business operations which resulted in the Oprah Winfrey Angel Fund Investment of $100,000 towards the capital campaign.
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Member & Former Anti-Basileus (Vice President) Eta Upsilon Omega Chapter
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Education
Publications
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CAPACITY: Women Shattering Limits - Now!
Archway by Simon and Schuster
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Power Play! Discover the secrets to spirit winning success
Victory House Press LWA
In Power Play! Discover the Secrets to Spirit-Winning Success, Dr. Wicker shares 12 steps for overcoming limiting beliefs and shows you why "playing small doesn't serve you or the world". 95 Power Plays for career and personal success.
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The Winning Spirit: Building Employee Enthusisam
Create Space - Amazon
Personal or business leadership is determined by key attributes, revealed in this debut book by Dr. Lisa Wicker, a leader and trailblazer in the field of human resources for over 25 years. In this book, Dr. Wicker shows you:
-why having a winning spirit is important
-how to recapture the zest and vigor of your winning spirit
-how to use that spirit to inspire people to give their best and more! -
Diversity and Productivity in Automotive Manufacturing
California Coast University
Literature and Defense for Doctoral Degree Confirmation.
Honors & Awards
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50 Most Influential Women
Charlotte Mecklenburg Times
The 50 Most Influential Women was created to spotlight and recognize the important role women play in the Greater Charlotte region, in the economy, and in society.
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The United State of Women Nominee
United States of America - White House
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Top Executives in Diversity
Black Enterprise Magazine
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2012 Uptown Professional Top Executives in America
Uptown Magazine
Top African American executives in U.S.
Organizations
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Private Directors Association
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HR Policy Association
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Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA)
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Career Mastered Women's Leadership Network
Founder
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National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA)
Advisory Council - Charlotte Chapter
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I love when we lift each other and inspire others to win! Congratulations Rebecca Miller. Well deserved recognition. #winningwithintegrity…
I love when we lift each other and inspire others to win! Congratulations Rebecca Miller. Well deserved recognition. #winningwithintegrity…
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To all My fellow colleagues who participated in our Latinos at Hyatt 2024 Summit. We hope you enjoyed attending our event as much as we enjoyed…
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