PROFESSIONAL
Planner Senior
LFUCG Division of Planning, Lexington, KY (August ‘18- Current)
- Serve the Lexington community as a planner in Long Range Planning
- Implement components of the adopted 2018 Comprehensive Plan
- Perform geospatial analysis to guide understanding and inform decisions of topics
- Leverage web mapping technologies to provide interactive dynamic content to users
- Develop descriptive and process diagrams to simplify complex information
Geospatial Consultant/Coordinator
GeoMechanique, Frankfort, KY (February ‘18 - August ‘18)
- Coordinate & manage projects to handle needs and priorities
- Develop foundational processes
- Leverage geospatial solutions to analyze data, address problems, and improve efficiency
- Facilitate collaborative approaches to problems and better solutions
Yoga Center Coordinator/Instructor/Faculty
Lexington Healing Arts Academy, Lexington, KY (September ‘15 - Current)
- Coordinator: Provide high quality yoga services to the Lexington community.
- Instructor: Teach safe and effective yoga classes for a wide range of abilities.
- Faculty: Provide administrative support, anatomy lessons, and more to future yoga instructors.
- Columnist: Write for "Health and Wellness" magazine ( http://healthandwellnessmagazine.net/lauren-weaver.html)
Geospatial Technical Administrator I
Facilities Information Services Geospatial Group, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY (October ‘12 – January ‘18)
- Laterally administer projects, systems, and activities leveraging technical tools
- Administer an enterprise geodatabase to facilitate web mapping and efficient data collection
- Develop and improve effective efficient processes/documentation
- Train colleagues and clients on various tasks, systems, and processes
- Serve as a member on various committees representing my department
- Supervise employees to support their goals as they align with departmental goals
- Designed, proposed, and deployed ArcGIS Online and Collector in Facilities Management
- Promoted twice from October ’12 to November ‘13 to this exempt position
Residential Program Assistant
Civic Education Project, Chicago, IL (June ’12 – August ’12)
- Engaged students is service-learning experiences with a focus on demographic diversity
- Organized leisure activities to local museums and attractions
- Created a safe place for high school students through subtle yet supportive leadership
Contracted Research Assistant
Green Earth Outdoors, Louisville, KY (January ’11 – July ’11)
- Assessed project feasibility through focused research and analysis
- Promoted events by writing and editing event descriptions
- Compiled inventory lists and organized storage facilities
Crew Leader Assistant and Enumerator
U.S. Census Bureau, Louisville, KY (June – August ’10)
- Led nightly 15-person enumerators meetings to answer questions and review paperwork
- Completed census questionnaires for designated households, including Spanish speaking
- Served as a liaison between the main census office and census crews
Federal Work Study Student
Department of Geography and Geosciences, Louisville, KY (August ’09 – May ’10)
- Created a bibliography of Senior Theses from 2002 to 2008
- Designed and distributed flyers for departmental events along with departmental office work
- Graded assignments and tests for professors
Receptionist/Office Assistant
Comflow Company, Houston, TX (Summer 2009)
- Filed two years of backlogged paperwork and established intuitive order in the supply room
- Completed weekly payroll, processed documents, answered phones
- Served as a liaison between company presidents and business associates
Sales Associate
Travelex Worldwide Money, Houston, TX (Summer 2009)
- Exchanged currency ranking in the top 2% in regional sales
- Developed a tool to facilitate customer interface
Vault Associate
Travelex Worldwide Money, Louisville, Kentucky (Summer 2008)
- Prepared large currency orders of international monies
- Supported all North America retail locations
TEACHING
Yoga Teacher Training Faculty
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY (January ‘17 – Current)
Yoga Instructor
Lexington Healing Arts Academy, Lexington, KY (September ‘15 – Current)
Yoga Instructor
John’s Run Walk Shop, Lexington, KY (April ‘15 – August’15)
Personal Tutor
Grant County Youth Services Center. Dry Ridge, KY (August ’01 – June ’07)
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY (January ‘17 – Current)
- Lead the discussion and review of anatomy content focusing on relevance and safe practice
- Employ technology for collaboration amongst other teachers
- Redesigning the curriculum for the incoming students to stay current and relevant
- Serve as an Assistant Instructor for the Teaching Program focusing on technology, processes, anatomy knowledge, and yoga instruction
Yoga Instructor
Lexington Healing Arts Academy, Lexington, KY (September ‘15 – Current)
- Teach a weekly evening class to regulars, practiced yogis, and newbies alike
- Focus on anatomical exploration of bodies and mindfulness for overall wellness
- Initiated, designed and co-led a Yoga and Strength Series with a physical trainer
- Serve as a substitute for other instructors and classes
Yoga Instructor
John’s Run Walk Shop, Lexington, KY (April ‘15 – August’15)
- Taught a morning class for runners and community members
- Focused on building core strength and stretching tight running muscles
Personal Tutor
Grant County Youth Services Center. Dry Ridge, KY (August ’01 – June ’07)
- Tutored students in grades 6-12 in subject areas of Math, English, and Music
- Presented material via student’s learning styles to advance their understanding and grades
- Consulted with parents and teachers and made suggestions in how they might help
PROJECTS
Developer, Anatomy and Yoga Database (2016 – Current)
Initiator & Developer, Lexington Mural Map (2015 – Current)
Kinesthetic Review Instructor, Multimodal Learning Study (2016)
- Developing a database of yoga asana and muscle anatomy information,
- Learning Microsoft Access applications to best play with data
- Exploring ways to share this information with others
Initiator & Developer, Lexington Mural Map (2015 – Current)
- Collected detailed information about murals around Lexington
- Worked with photographers and community members to improve available data
- Developed an online Lexington Mural Storymap to share information with the community
Kinesthetic Review Instructor, Multimodal Learning Study (2016)
- Collaborated with an MD-PhD candidate and Anatomy Faculty to for an IRB Study
- Led a muscle anatomy review session using kinesthetic methods
- Assisted with data parsing of the results
LEADERSHIP
FIS Collaboration Task Force
Facilities Information Services Geospatial Group, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY (March ‘17 – Current)
Yoga and Strength Series
Lexington Healing Arts Academy, Lexington, KY (2016 – April ’17)
Initiator and Cofounder, Anatomy Club
Lexington, KY (October ’15 – July ’16)
Initiator and Elected President, Geography and Geosciences Club
University of Louisville, Louisville, KY (August ’10 – April ’11)
Facilities Information Services Geospatial Group, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY (March ‘17 – Current)
- Selected to represent my team
- Working to break down barriers and encourage collaboration between department units
- Driving the agenda, structure, and initiatives
Yoga and Strength Series
Lexington Healing Arts Academy, Lexington, KY (2016 – April ’17)
- Initiated and proposed an offering of a hybrid yoga and strength series
- Designed and co-led a Yoga and Strength Series with a physical trainer
- Given interest and enthusiasm, offered a second series with more planned for the future
Initiator and Cofounder, Anatomy Club
Lexington, KY (October ’15 – July ’16)
- Founding member of this 12-member inter-professional workshop of medical students, yoga instructors, physical therapists, massage therapists, and other health and wellness professionals
- Planned group events and secured spaces for us to gather
- Facilitated exploration sessions on chosen topics
Initiator and Elected President, Geography and Geosciences Club
University of Louisville, Louisville, KY (August ’10 – April ’11)
- Encouraged student dialog and participation via meetings and newsletters
- Planned excursions to interesting and academically relevant locations
- Hosted a series of guest speakers for students and faculty
SERVICE
Humanitarian Volunteer, GISCorps. International (2020-current)
Mayor’s Cup Future Problem Solving Team Proctor, Kentucky Public Schools. Kentucky (2019-current)
Awards Committee Member, Kentucky Association of Mapping Professionals. Kentucky (2018-current)
Volunteer Youth Chaperone, Sierra Club’s Inspiring Connections Outdoors. Lexington, KY (2017-Current)
Assistant Teacher for Early Childhood Literacy, The Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning. Lexington, KY (2018 February)
Mural Map Tour Planner and Guide. University of KY Sustainability (2017)
Developer, Abortion Clinics Web Map. University of KY Med Students for Choice (2016)
Volunteer Model, Recycle the Runway. Lexington, KY (2016)
Volunteer Bicycle Sweep, Girls on the Run. Lexington, KY (2015)
Volunteer Hand Signaling Trainer, Pedalpalooza. University of KY (2015)
Volunteer Model, Recycle the Runway. Lexington, KY (2014)
Volunteer Hand Signaling Trainer, Pedalpalooza. University of KY (2014)
Volunteer Data Analyst, Annual Hispanic and Latino Health Fair. Louisville, KY (2012)
Immigrant Services Intern, Iroquois Public Library. Louisville, KY (January – May ’12)
Volunteer Youth Chaperone, Sierra Club’s Inner City Outings. Louisville, KY (2010-2012)
Participant, Sierra Club Activist Retreat. Cumberland Falls (2011)
Participant, Bluegrass Bioneers Sustainability Conference. University of Louisville (2010)
Volunteer, Martin Luther King Day of Service. University of Louisville (2010)
Participant, Bluegrass Bioneers Sustainability Conference. University of Louisville (2009)
Mayor’s Cup Future Problem Solving Team Proctor, Kentucky Public Schools. Kentucky (2019-current)
Awards Committee Member, Kentucky Association of Mapping Professionals. Kentucky (2018-current)
Volunteer Youth Chaperone, Sierra Club’s Inspiring Connections Outdoors. Lexington, KY (2017-Current)
Assistant Teacher for Early Childhood Literacy, The Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning. Lexington, KY (2018 February)
Mural Map Tour Planner and Guide. University of KY Sustainability (2017)
Developer, Abortion Clinics Web Map. University of KY Med Students for Choice (2016)
Volunteer Model, Recycle the Runway. Lexington, KY (2016)
Volunteer Bicycle Sweep, Girls on the Run. Lexington, KY (2015)
Volunteer Hand Signaling Trainer, Pedalpalooza. University of KY (2015)
Volunteer Model, Recycle the Runway. Lexington, KY (2014)
Volunteer Hand Signaling Trainer, Pedalpalooza. University of KY (2014)
Volunteer Data Analyst, Annual Hispanic and Latino Health Fair. Louisville, KY (2012)
Immigrant Services Intern, Iroquois Public Library. Louisville, KY (January – May ’12)
Volunteer Youth Chaperone, Sierra Club’s Inner City Outings. Louisville, KY (2010-2012)
Participant, Sierra Club Activist Retreat. Cumberland Falls (2011)
Participant, Bluegrass Bioneers Sustainability Conference. University of Louisville (2010)
Volunteer, Martin Luther King Day of Service. University of Louisville (2010)
Participant, Bluegrass Bioneers Sustainability Conference. University of Louisville (2009)
FACILITATION
Webinar Moderator for Mornings with Planning, LFUCG Division of Planning
Webinar Moderator for the Campus Facilities Technology Association
Discussion Facilitator for Anatomy Club Exploration Sessions
- Webinar Series in Progress as of September 2020
- Public Open Space (2020 September)
- Planning’s Response to Covid-19 (2020 August)
Webinar Moderator for the Campus Facilities Technology Association
- The University of Arizona Enterprise GIS, University of Arizona (2016 June)
- Mobile Work Order Management and Preventive Maintenance, Brown University (2016 May)
- Moving from Data to Solutions: Integrating GIS, Document Management and FAMIS, University of Colorado at Boulder (2016 April)
- CrowdCartography: Mobile Crowdsourcing of University Facilities Mapping, Washington State University (2016 March)
- Your Perfect 3D World (BIM and GIS Integrated), Ohio State University (2015 June)
- Integrating GIS and IWMS to Create an Effective Space Planning Tool, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2015 May)
- Facilities Information Spatial Data Model (FISDM) Implementation, University of Washington (2015 May)
- BIM/GIS Convergence Within a 3D Data Model Utilizing LiDAR Data, University of Chicago (2015 April)
- Immersed 3D Visualization of University of Chicago, University of Chicago (2015 February)
- Building a University Enterprise GIS from the Ground Up, University of Kentucky (2015 January)
Discussion Facilitator for Anatomy Club Exploration Sessions
- Feet (2016 June)
- Posterior Chain (2016 May)
- Cervical Spine (2016 April)
- Digestion (2016 March)
- Respiration (2016 February)
- Knees (2016 January)
- Wrists (2015 November)
- Shoulder Girdle (2015 October)
TECHNICAL/SOFTWARE
Proficient
Novice
- ArcGIS v9 and v10
- ArcGIS Online
- ArcGIS Pro
- Collector for ArcGIS
- QGIS
- Excel
- Microsoft Project Desktop
- Smartsheets
- OneNote
- Visio
- Adobe Suite
- Trello
- Hootsuite
- MailChimp
- Service Now (Incidents, Gauges)
Novice
- Coding: Python, C+, Javascript, HTML, CSS
- Drupal Content Management System
- Wordpress
- AutoCAD
- Access
- SAP
- Atlassian/Jira
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Tableau
- SketchUp
- Trimble GPS Units
- SPSS Statistical Software
- Dreamweaver CS5