Doreen Morris

Background

About Doreen Morris

WHAT I DO Designing and implementing new initiatives – Managing projects – Operationalizing goals – Impacting results – Forming and expanding DEI programs – Advancing social change WHAT I’M KNOWN FOR Driving projects from design, analysis, and solution evaluation, to execution while measuring performance to compare progress against original plans. Considering issues from multiple viewpoints, listening actively to colleagues, incorporating their ideas into solutions, and developing action plans that uphold larger goals of initiatives. Building strategic partnerships, connecting cross-disciplinary teams, and developing creative ways to encourage learning, engage staff, and meet shared objectives. Articulating thoughts clearly and logically as a skilled team facilitator. Continually reviewing and improving quality and consistency of processes and practices. WHAT MY PEERS SAY ABOUT ME “I had the pleasure of working with Doreen this year as she served as project manager for the REDDZone and other REI initiative activities. In this role, she was clear, organized, always upbeat and positive, and maintained project momentum. In addition, she kept terrific project notes, agendas, and records.” -2021 Annual Performance Review “Doreen always prioritized making herself accessible to team members to ensure folks have their needs met. She is always on top of her work, and consistently over-delivers. Doreen is such a great asset to our team and is always a pleasure to work with.” -2020 Annual Performance Review “Doreen is thorough, organized, detail-oriented, and an effective and timely communicator. She is flexible and adaptable; we work together to coordinate the deadlines for the QSR and Doreen is very accommodating should the timeline need to be adjusted due to the evaluation team’s needs.” -2019 Annual Performance Review MY DISC STYLE LEADERSHIP ASSESSMENT Strengths: Engaging a wide variety of people to work on projects to maximize output and success by bringing together staff who may not ordinarily choose to work with each other. Leveraging confidence, flexibility, a sense of urgency, and a friendly approach to gain buy-in. Adapting to new approaches and leading through change by preparing for the unexpected. Making presentations to large and small groups with fluent verbal skills and the ability to speak extemporaneously. Natural Traits: Influential. Sociable. Trusting. Assertive. Self-reliant. Competitive. Determined.