Lev Elson-Schwab

Background

About Lev Elson-Schwab

Mission-driven educator, passionate about serving people and advancing social and environmental justice. Responsible for the creation and implementation of multiple significant policies and plans. Lead multiple groups with diverse memberships through strategic goal setting, planning and successful achievement of objectives. Effective communicator, who listens, learns from others, communicates difficult concepts, and speaks truth to power. • Collaborative Leader - Results-driven leader who enjoys bringing diverse people together and sharing strong critical thinking and organizational skills to strategically plan and problem-solve through roadblocks. Knows how to mobilize a team to ensure the success of short and long-term projects. • Effective Communicator - Adept at breaking down complex concepts and ensuring everyone is brought along understanding their role in achieving team goals. Chooses appropriate communication approaches, with strength in written and oral communication. • Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - Energized by ensuring that historically marginalized groups have their voices heard and their needs met. Prioritizes fostering an environment where everyone feels heard and knows how to fulfill their vital role on a team. Ensures that tenants of DEI are interwoven into all aspects of a project or plan. • Excellent People and Change Management Skills - Effective team building at the center of leadership style and philosophy. Committed to fostering trusting relationships and empowering teams to work together to identify and solve problems. Key areas of expertise • Strategic planning • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion • Leadership • Project Management • Curriculum Development • Communication • Problem Solving • Higher Education