Ariel Williams

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT ARIEL WILLIAMS

Throughout my eclectic professional journey—from retail management to staffing agency operations, from inspiring middle school minds for over a decade to diving into QA analysis and process documentation—adaptation and growth have been my guiding stars. The path I\'ve tread hasn\'t been the one I first imagined, but it\'s the one I\'ve embraced, always prioritizing learning and the betterment of others.**Current Role**: As a QA Analyst, I\'m honing my skills in- Test strategy creation and execution- Detailed test case and scenario design- Coordinating multi-faceted testing activities- Current focus? Streamlining process documentation.**Aspirations & Values**: The hunger for continuous growth and the essence of education define me. I\'m fervently passionate about elevating others, helping them recognize their latent potentials and achieve their dreams. Looking ahead, I aim to make strides in user experience, interface design, and to champion increased website/application accessibility. I also have an ardent desire to foster diversity and inclusion, ensuring that those veering off the beaten path find their rightful place in the professional arena.**Personal Journey**: Graduating from The Ohio State University amid an economic downturn, I pivoted from international relations ambitions to retail management, eyeing a global role. Retailing unveiled my love for diversity and staff development, leading me to serve with Teach for America in Houston. An eventual return to Columbus, Ohio, saw me giving back to the very district that shaped me. My guiding principles? Listen more than you speak, lead authentically, and embrace empathy. This ethos ensures effective collaborations, unwavering commitment, and the ability to uplift anyone, regardless of where they come from.**Education**-*The Ohio State University*: B.A. in International Studies, with a focus on East Asian Culture and a minor in Japanese-*University of St. Thomas, Houston*: M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership-*Color Coded Labs*: Certification in Full Stack JavaScript Web Development.**Connect With Me**: If you value a blend of leadership, education, and tech driven by a commitment to diversity, let\'s talk. I\'m keen to explore job opportunities, partake in professional growth endeavors, or join hands for collaborative projects. Also, if you\'ve come across any invaluable web development resources, I\'m all ears!