Lakita is an accomplished executive with extensive experience leading strategic planning, organizational development, and facility construction. She is a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional and was inducted into the American Academy of Parks and Recreation Administration (AAPRA) in 2020. She has expertise in establishing long-term relationships with staff at all levels to achieve performance and productivity. Adept at managing strategic planning, budgets, critical problem analysis, and public relations, Lakita is proficient in fiscal management, public/private sector alliances, and personnel management.
Committed to professional development and lifelong learning, Lakita actively teaches and mentors, presenting at local, state, and national conferences. Her high energy and positivity are contagious!