Adonica Reed

About Adonica Reed

I’m Adonica Reed, MS, a dynamic leader with over 7 years of experience in management and organizational development. Passionate about empowering individuals and fostering growth, I specialize in creating efficient, functional processes that drive improvement and innovation.As a mentor and strategic thinker, I thrive on inspiring teams, cultivating collaboration, and delivering impactful results. With a growth mindset, I am a fast learner who embraces challenges and leverages creativity to solve problems, streamline operations, and contribute to organizational success.I am driven by a commitment to excellence, continuous learning, and empowering others to reach their full potential.

Experience

1. Associate Director

   Southeastern Louisiana University

   Feb 2025 — Present · Hammond, LA, US

   Lead strategic planning and execution of major engagement initiatives including student organizations, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and leadership programs,aligning with university goals for retention and inclusion.• Oversee large-scale events using project management skills, managing all project phases for audiences of to attendees• Supervise and develop professional and graduate staff through coaching and performance evaluations to achieve high-impact outcomes.• Manage major fiscal budgets over ensuring procurement compliance and efficient use of resources.• Lead assessment and reporting efforts using data visualization tools to evaluate student engagement and support continuous improvement.• Lead campus-wide project initiatives, guiding student boards and incorporating feedback and best practices to expand professional and leadership development programs and conferences.

Education

• Southeastern Louisiana University

  Master of Science - MS, Health Studies

  2015 — 2017

• Southeastern Louisiana University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Kinesiology/ Fitness and Human Performance

  2011 — 2015