About Me

Hi, I’m Brian — a strategic communicator, employee experience architect, and event strategist passionate about helping organizations tell better stories, engage their people, and create cultures that thrive.

For over a decade, I’ve helped school districts - large, matrixed public institutions - bring clarity to complex messages, design events that spark connection, and build programs that make people feel valued. I lead with empathy, deliver with precision, and thrive at the intersection of people and process.

My Core Values

🧠 Clarity – I turn complexity into actionable communication.

❤️ Empathy – I prioritize the human experience in every initiative.

🚀 Excellence – I hold myself to a high standard of execution and creativity.

🔗 Collaboration – I build cross-functional partnerships that move work forward.

🪄 Inclusion – I believe culture change starts with intentional connection.

CliftonStrengths

💡 I believe great work starts with self-awareness. According to my CliftonStrengths, my top talents reflect how I lead with empathy, create clarity in chaos, and move people and projects forward with purpose. Here's how my strengths show up in my work every day:

🧠 Strategic

I see patterns where others see complexity. This allows me to quickly assess options and map out the best path forward — especially during moments of change, uncertainty, or high stakes.

🤝 Relator

I build trust and loyalty through authenticity. I lead with empathy, form deep partnerships, and create environments where collaboration thrives.

🔗 Connectedness

I believe everything is interrelated — people, projects, and purpose. This strength grounds my work in meaning, guiding how I approach culture, inclusion, and team dynamics.

🛠️ Restorative

I’m a natural problem-solver. I don’t shy away from what's broken — I lean in, diagnose the root cause, and bring thoughtful solutions that lead to lasting improvement.

🛡️ Deliberative

I make decisions carefully and confidently. I weigh risks, ask the right questions, and anticipate roadblocks before they arise. My approach helps teams move forward with clarity and intention.. Our team of highly qualified employees is available day and night – because your satisfaction is our highest priority.

Work Experience

Dallas Independent School District

Employee Experience Manager (September 2023 - Present)

Expanded scope to lead large-scale interview experience, onboarding, and engagement initiatives for over 20,000 employees.

Led development of internal recognition communications and storytelling campaigns to amplify culture and morale.
Designed and executed new initiatives including the Superintendent’s Monthly Touchpoint Program, to humanize senior leadership communication and promote organizational alignment.
Championed the adoption of an employee listening model to monitor, assess, and respond to insights.
Developed executive summaries and interactive dashboards to visualize key trends and inform leadership strategies.
Delivered strategic consultation to senior leadership, aligning employee experience goals with operational performance and engagement metrics.
Produced and executed large-scale, high-profile events including the Master Principal Recognition Dinner and Winners Circle, managing $250K+ budgets and securing $67K+ in external partnerships based on employee feedback and industry trends.
Lead cross-functional planning and execution of enterprise-wide engagement initiatives, supporting the Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent in staff morale and culture strategy.
Managed and mentored a team of coordinators and vendors to ensure high-impact delivery and operational excellence.

Onboarding & Retention Manager (February 2020 - August 2023)

Led onboarding and retention strategy for a district serving nearly 20,000 employees.

Managed a $1.5M budget and designed leadership development initiatives, recognition events, and DEI training programs aligned with district goals.
Spearheaded leadership development initiatives in partnership with the University of Texas at Dallas, supporting over 100 new, experienced and emerging leaders annually.
Enhanced employee onboarding by transitioning training to virtual platforms, reducing time to effectiveness.
Led districtwide diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) training initiatives within the Human Capital Management division, achieving 100% completion rate three weeks before target date.
Conceptualized employee recognition programs, including event production and creative direction, delegating through cross-functional teams:
- New Teacher Academy (~1600 Attendees)
- Mentor-Mentee Fall Mixer (~700 Attendees)
- Winners Circle (~700 Attendees)
- Salute to Service (~500 Attendees)
- Educator of the Year (~450 Attendees)

Houston Independent School District

Professional Training Specialist (October 2018 - February 2020)

Directed leadership development and executive programming for over 280 school leaders, supporting superintendent and cabinet-level strategic initiatives.

Managed content and logistics for monthly Principals’ Meetings and a three-day annual Leadership Conference with $50K in sponsorship.
Aligned executive goals with development programs and streamlined school leader hiring processes, reducing selection timeline by 50%.

Onboarding Program Specialist (January 2015 - September 2018)

Redesigned districtwide onboarding and orientation systems to improve efficiency and new hire satisfaction. Led cross-department collaboration to support 3,000+ new employees annually.

Secured over $75K in annual sponsorships for the New Teacher Academy, enhancing onboarding experience.
Developed centralized onboarding protocols, supporting 3,000+ new employees and 500+ managers annually.
Managed New Teacher Support website with 500+ impressions per month/1,000+ impressions during peak season, providing new teachers with resources, data, and conference information
Led weekly New Teacher Academy Planning Committee meetings with 15+ district-level leaders