CEDC-Community Economic Development Corporation, formed in 1994 works in community development throughout the United States. Current development projects include 2 superdomes in St Petersburg, FL, 140 acres in Fresno, CA, and three 14-story Sky Rises in downtown Long Beach. The CIO is the strategic leader responsible for driving organizational growth, development, and innovation. The CIO forges strategic partnerships, and site expansion efforts. Identify and execute new programs, campaigns, and funding opportunities to further the organization's mission and impact.Primary Responsibilities:Develop and lead the execution of comprehensive branding, and communications strategies to promote the organization, increase engagement, and attract new supporters/partners.Oversee external communications and public relations to enhance the organization's visibility and reputation.Build partnerships, relationships, and collaborations with external organizations, community leaders, and other stakeholders to expand programs, influence, and strategic ventures.Identify, evaluate, and pursue expansion opportunities through new locations, initiatives, or verticals to extend the organization's reach and increase service delivery.Direct fundraising, sponsorship, and revenue generating efforts to support expansion goals and sustainability.Lead strategy for innovation initiatives, campaigns, and programs to keep the organization on the cutting edge.Smart city overlays and initiatives

Passionate about amplifying the voices of Black professionals in the tech industry, I helm the acclaimed TalkTechTo.me podcast. Through engaging interviews with guests from disinvested communities, we shine a spotlight on their inspiring journeys and impactful contributions to the tech landscape.In addition to hosting, I serve as the show's co-producer, helping to oversee all aspects of production from concept to execution. This includes guest booking, show format development, and website management to ensure a seamless listener experience. Leading a dedicated team, I coordinate efforts to maintain a steady stream of high-quality content, keeping our podcast episodes current and relevant.

MISLA is a Technology Bootcamp supported in part by Microsoft. We specialize in Digital Literacy training (web development/ software engineering/ video game programming, etc) for underrepresented minorities in South Central Los Angeles (and virtually abroad).We are also supported by Hawke Media’s Fly Forward Academy, where Hawke Employees volunteer their time to train our youth in Digital & Social Media Marketing in an immersive 3 month Cohort. MISLA youth immediately take lessons learned and apply them working with local businesses.We facilitate partnerships with local SLA non-profits, coding academies and local entrepreneurs in order to decrease the diversity/ tech inclusion gap, increase economic stability within poverty-stricken communities, and battle the ill effects of gentrification in urban/ inner-city areas, starting with South Central Los Angeles.Some of our collective Bootcamps may include (but are not limited to) coding, software engineering, web design, cyber security, cryptocurrency, real estate + financial literacy, robotics, graphic design, film-making + editing, content creation, video game design, animation, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality, and other forms of digital literacy training.

I deliver keynotes at industry conferences. I secure partnerships plus alliances in order to increase tech diversity and inclusion. Also I train and mentor local entrepreneurs in digital literacy.

We are MARTY, a Software Development + digital marketing agency launching an NFT Exchange, creating generational wealth in the NFT space by connecting influencers to fans, and social impact organizations.

I was the visionary and catalyst behind the Best Buy Teen Tech Center. I brought in strategic partners such as the Annenberg Foundation and Best Buy, along with a multitude of other partners to help support construction and programming costs. I was in charge of overall development of the Best Buy Teen Tech Center. I worked alongside the architect & construction teams to ensure the development stayed within budget, and time line. I enlisted the support of the Mayor’s office to facilitate speedy processing of permits. I worked with the overall team to oversee compliance with building codes, ADA, zoning and safety regulations. I developed the operational plan including annual budget. I secured the team necessary in running the tech center. I helped in the implementation of systems and processes. I brought in community partners who contributed in Bootcamps and tech training. The Best Buy Teen Tech Center is a thriving resources for youth of South Central LA to explore their passions and ambitions in tech. I am honored to have been a part of it.

Fattist is a Los Angeles based software development think tank. Specializing in Agile coaching and CI/CD best of market development practices. Founder Michael Dyer has worked with amazing brands like CBS, Universal Studios, Toyota, eHow, VW, Target, Foster Farms & Tradesy. Fattist focuses on optimizing software delivery and scalability for growing and thriving startups.

Partnered with Manufacture NY to expand their brand franchise to build Manufacture LA in downtown Los Angeles. An online platform in the collaborative shared economy space for small & mid sized apparel brands. New fashion designers don’t know where to get their prototypes made. Where do I find this buckle? This fabric? This button? District2 is an online B2B platform that helps designers get prototypes made in half the time, at half the price with 90% less stress. Our MVP was a database to connect fashion designers with service providers and suppliers. The next phase of our product enables designers to post their project and receive competitive bids from factories and other service providers. Designers can rate and review service providers and hire them safely within our platform. www.district2.coWinner- Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP Silicon Beach Pay It Forward Startup Formation Prize Package-2013Winner- Kiva $5000 Grant Startup Business Competition-2014Winner- TechSparks 30 second Fastpitch Competition-2014Accepted- Stubbs Alderton & Markiles Precelerator - Silicon Beach -2014Semifinalist- Silicon Beach Fest- Startup Showcase Competition- 2014Accepted- Yang Ventures Precelerator-2015Awarded- Outstanding Small Business 2015 by Mayor GarcettiFinalist- Women Founders Network $100k startup competition-2015Semifinalist- 43 North $1 Million Global Startup Competition-2015Semifinalist- SheEo $500k startup competition- 2016

Web, Software & App Development, Social Media Marketing (SMM), SEO.Business Development & Client Relations.

Donna Vinci (Missy Suiting), Custom Couture Clients (Bridal, Prom & Red Carpet), JEM Sportswear (Kids & Juniors), Kiido LLC (boys), Kalyx (Womens Sportswear), Prestige /Lionel Messi (Mens Contemporary), Yell Steel /Danskin/Starter (Mens Sportswear), Warnaco Swimwear Inc. (Junior & Womens Swimwear), IG Apparel /Carol Little /Speedo (Missy & Mens Sportswear), B.U.M. Equipment (Junior, Missy, Mens, Young Mens), Raven Symone collection (Juniors Shoes & Handbags), Grey Bunker (Mens & Womens Contemporary), Society (YA/Women's Contemporary), Munchkin (Baby & Childrens), Angel Dear (Baby).Portfolio: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cassiebetts/sets/

(Girls 4-16 Bratz, That's So Raven, Disney Cuties, Horseland, Disney Princess, Supergirl, Warner Brothers, MGA/Target, JC Penny, Macys, Wal-Mart, K-Mart, Khols, Nordstrom, Mervyns, etc...)Conceptual development, design and execution of product line: Interpret international/domestic concepts and fashion trends as it relates to market demands, company image and business strategy. Preparing and updating all technical specifications and computer sketches. Supervise fittings in order to correct tech packs. Selection and approval of all materials, silhouettes, colors and patterns within the parameters of the line plan. Oversee Associate Designers & Assistant Designers as well as graphics team providing guidance and creative reference for art, silhouette, trends, etc. Coordinate sample development to prepare for line previews and buy meetings. Supervise patternmakers, associate and assistant designer’s workflow. Meet with Sales Reps and buyers frequently to discuss fabrications, sketches, production and other issues. Interaction with import coordinators to ensure the best quality and efficient delivery of all production goods...

Jr Denim CompanyManage Production: Technical design, create and maintain technical specification packages. Product inspection against spec sheets-wash, fabric quality, fit, etc... Communicate with in-house and overseas patternmakers to formulate fit corrections. Travel to global vendors to establish business relationships, to monitor and correct quality control and to design seasonal lines with both vertical and non-vertical factories...

Jr/ContemporarySpecializing in new, young, innovative designs. Ensure designs meet merchant line plans, seasonal theme, target-market price points and overall creative direction. Work with design team, buyers, and sales reps to select specific fabrications, colors, prints, trims, fit and finish. Public Relations and event coordinating for fashion shows, creative design, Sample-room coordinator, develop sample garments from concept to construction, monitor quality control and delivery schedules, C.A.Ds...

Research and develop seasonal trends, themes, concepts, color, fabric & styling. Sketch designs with technical specifications. Product & Design Development. Sample line (garment construction). Follow designs from first sample to production. Patternmaking, sourcing fabrics and trims, costing and specifications, line sheets, manage seasonal calendars to meet deadlines...Men's Tailored Suits & Women's Custom Couture