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Academic Research Projects

Doctor of Education, Applied Research Study, Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia, 2023

Project: Recommendations to Solve the Problem of Nontraditional Student Retention at a Rural Community College in North Carolina

· Employed qualitative and quantitative research methods with 26 participants including faculty interviews and surveys along with an administrators' focus group to address nontraditional student retention issues.

· Demonstrated project management skills, analytical prowess, and ability to translate research findings into actionable recommendations.

Masters Thesis and Capstone Project, Montreat College, Montreat, North Carolina

Project: Safeguard Kids Software Business Model

· Developed a comprehensive business model for child safety software, including market analysis, business forecasts, customer base growth strategies, and consumer best practices, reflecting strategic thinking and market research capabilities.

Financial and Accounting Records Analysis of a Large North Carolina University, Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia

· Utilized publicly available Integrated Post-secondary Education Data System software to analyze financials for compliance with SACS accreditation standards from years 2014-2019, showcasing strong data analysis and adherence to financial and accreditation standards.

Improving Assessment and Reaffirming Accreditation With Undergraduate Student ePortfolios, Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia

· Improving assessment and reaffirming accreditation by using undergraduate student ePortfolios among five large universities

· Positive outcomes included increased undergraduate student retention and persistence patterns leading to higher graduation rates

Field Expert Interviews and Study Quality Production, Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia

· Conducted insightful interviews with education professionals utilizing transcription and quality production equipment to explore their motivations and experiences in the education sector, emphasizing qualitative research skills and attention to detail.

Marketing Plan for a Large Scale Pizza Franchise, Montreat College, Montreat, North Carolina

· Devised a marketing strategy to boost catering sales and online orders, demonstrating ability in marketing strategy development, execution, and customer engagement improvements.

· Employee surveys and interviews along with document analysis were used to make recommendations to solve the problem.

Capstone Project, North Carolina Wesleyan University, Rocky Mount, North Carolina

· Simulated business strategic planning module using best practices in accounting, finance, human resources, research and development, marketing, and business management