Carla Dean, MBA, PMP, SHRM-SCP has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Carla is currently serving as the Director of Employment and Training at Services To Enhance Potential since May 2021. Prior to this, they worked at MORC for eight years from April 2013 to May 2021, where they held the role of Director of Employment and Self Determination. In this role, Carla was responsible for managing a $30 million budget and overseeing full-cycle employee relations and client services for individuals with disabilities.
Before joining MORC, Carla worked at JVS from January 2004 to April 2013, where they served as the Supervisor of Talent Manager and Case Coordination. Carla began their career at New Passages (Hope Network) as a Program Supervisor from June 2001 to January 2004.
Carla's experience demonstrates their expertise in talent management, program coordination, and budget management. Carla has a track record of fostering fair and equitable professional development experiences for individuals with disabilities and has proven their ability to handle significant financial responsibilities. With their comprehensive skill set and extensive experience, Carla is a highly qualified professional in their field.
Carla Dean holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree in Integrated Management, which they earned from the Michigan State University - Eli Broad College of Business. Carla completed this degree program from 2015 to 2017. Prior to their M.B.A., Carla Dean obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Michigan State University, although specific dates for this degree were not provided. Additionally, Carla Dean holds certifications in Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute, and they have additional certifications in Crisis Prevention and Intervention and SHRM-SCP (Society for Human Resource Management - Senior Certified Professional). The specific institutions and dates for obtaining these certifications were not provided.
May, 2021 - present