Dr. Ndeh “Will” Anyu Email & Phone Number

North Carolina, United States

Greensboro--Winston-Salem--High Point Area

• Project Planning: Develop a comprehensive project plan outlining tasks, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements for a portfolio of six multisite real-estate projects from conception to construction. Additionally, coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements that align to project goals.• Team Management: Coordinate all project team members, schedule regular meetings, track project progress, address issues, ensure alignment with project objectives, and provide guidance to team members to ensure successful project execution.• Communication and Reporting: Develop clear communication channels amongst stakeholders and management, prepare regular progress reports detailing project status, accomplishments, and milestones, while addressing any communication gaps or conflicts that arise during the project lifecycle.• Budget and Resource Management: Monitor project expenses, coordinate with relevant departments to secure necessary resources for project implementation, and identify opportunities for cost savings or resource optimization.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Durham, Nc

Lecturer for Freshmen African American Male Initiative

I established this consulting agency specializing in collegiate student development. I focus on enhancing the student experience from K-12 to higher education. The agency offers a range of services including keynote addresses, commencement speeches, corporate talks, and educational workshops. Expertise areas encompassed DEI strategies, support and empowerment of first-generation low-income students, professional development, networking techniques, and financial management education.Key Achievements:- Impactful DEI Implementation: Successfully incorporated DEI strategies in educational settings, ensuring meaningful and sustainable impact.- Student Empowerment: Effectively supported and empowered first-generation, low-income students, facilitating their transition from high school to higher education.- Professional Development Programs: Developed and conducted programs aiding the transition of students from high school to college and then to corporate life.- Networking Skills Enhancement: Provided strategies and tools for developing effective networking skills, significantly growing participants' professional networks.- Financial Literacy Training: Delivered comprehensive workshops on budgeting, saving, investing, and financial management, enhancing financial literacy among students.

Part of the 2023 AWS Build Accelerator cohort, TwoFold AI aims to empower job seekers to find their next opportunity faster and easier with an AI job search companion that handles searching, applying, and interview scheduling in a single platform.

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

In this role, I Launched and led Project Equity Connect, an initiative designed to mitigate learning loss from the COVID-19 pandemic through academic tutoring. I forged key partnerships with K-12 schools, colleges, and external stakeholders, and worked collaboratively with GoGuardian’s product, sales, and marketing teams to integrate equity and inclusion into our products. Key Achievements: • Program Management: Developed and launched Project Equity Connect, successfully addressing COVID-19 related learning gaps through targeted academic interventions aimed at supporting 30-50 students expected for our pilot program.• Partnerships: Established and nurtured key partnerships with four educational institutions and stakeholders, significantly expanding the reach and impact of GoGuardian.• Collaboration: Collaboratively worked with the product, marketing, and sales team to ensure the integration of equity and inclusion principles in product development, marketing strategies, and sales enablement.• Strategy: Authored and executed a comprehensive roadmap, including proposals for special projects and initiatives, enhancing the overall effectiveness of the department as well as our proposed programs.

Haddonfield, New Jersey, United States

As a Senior Associate at True Search, I specialized in C-suite executive searches for top-tier Venture Capital and Private Equity-backed technology companies. I managed the entire search cycle, from market mapping and candidate research to recruitment and qualification, ensuring a seamless process. Key Achievements:• Program Management: Successfully 40 plus end-to-end C-suite search cycles, demonstrating expertise in all aspects of program management from initial mapping to candidate placement meeting targeted hiring goals.• Career Pathway Development: Inaugural member of Catalyst program where we developed systematic career growth for true searches 900 plus employees.• Mentorship and Talent Acquisition: Provided mentorship to 12 Analysts, 5 Associates, and 3 Senior Associates, and collaborated with the TA team to hire and retain diverse talent, enhancing team composition and skill diversity.• Strategy: Developed and executed effective market mapping strategies for over 40 plus searches, resulting in a comprehensive candidate map that significantly enhanced search efficiency and outcomes.• Research & Development: Crafted and maintained 100s of search documents, including detailed position profiles status reports, and candidate talking points ensuring clear communication and alignment with client needs and expectations.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Delaware, United States

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

As a Senior Associate at Hobbs & Towne, Inc. (Acquired by True Search) I specialized in attracting and recruiting top candidates, efficiently managing the search process using a combination of LinkedIn Recruiter and direct outreach.Key Achievements:- Program Management: Successfully managed multiple program-level recruitment projects, ensuring a consistent flow of high-quality candidates and meeting targeted hiring goals.- Strategy: Developed and executed effective market mapping strategies, resulting in a comprehensive candidate map that significantly enhanced search efficiency and outcomes.- Process Development: Streamlined the candidate screening process, optimizing the Project Lead's time and resources and improving the overall search process's speed and effectiveness.- Search Optimisation: Pioneered the use of LinkedIn Recruiter for 90% of candidate identification, leading to a marked increase in qualified candidate engagement and conversion rates.- Research & Development: Crafted and maintained vital search documentation, including detailed position profiles and status reports, ensuring clear communication and alignment with client needs.

Media, Pennsylvania

As a Junior Associate I played a pivotal role in supporting the recruitment of high-level positions in educational institutions. My responsibilities included assisting in candidate selection through comprehensive background checks and online presence reviews, managing logistics for client visits and interviews, and contributing to research projects.Key Achievements: - Program Management: Developed and maintained a comprehensive internal database, significantly streamlining the pipeline for potential work and enhancing productivity among project leads.- Logistics: Played a crucial role in scheduling and managing logistics for numerous high-profile client visits and on-campus interviews, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.- Research: Conducted thorough background checks and online presence reviews, optimizing the candidate selection process and effectively saving Project Lead time.- Collaboration: Contributed to research projects, providing valuable insights and data that supported the successful placement of senior-level positions across various educational institutions.- People Operations: Fostered collaborative relationships with colleagues, staying informed of industry changes and trends to align our services with the dynamic needs of clients in the education, independent schools, non-profits, and philanthropic sectors.

Greater Philadelphia Area

As the Assistant Director for Operations and Programs I played a crucial role in organising and executing seven major annual events at the Center, managing both administrative and operational aspects.Key Achievement: - Event Management: Successfully coordinated seven annual events, catering to 20 to 150 participants, ensuring seamless execution of travel arrangements, catering, and registration processes.- Program Oversight: Managed all administrative aspects of Center's programs and events, including the development of program booklets and efficient payment processing systems.- Participant Selection: Actively participated in the application review committee, contributing to the selection of participants for various programs from a competitive applicant pool.- Mentorship and Training: Mentored Research Assistants and summer interns, co-leading orientation sessions and streamlining the onboarding process for new cohorts.- Research and Publication: Collaborated in analyzing data and played a key role in the production and dissemination of Center's deliverables, including briefs, guides, reports, and research papers, enhancing the Center's research visibility.

Greater Philadelphia Area

Durham Nc

Doctor Of Education - Edd (Graduated With Distinction), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

Dissertation Title - First and Poor: Understanding How First-Generation Low-Income Students in Elite University Formulate and Understand.

Master Of Public Administration (Mpa)

Bachelor Of Arts, Mass Communications; Broadcast Media

Tau Sigma National Transfer Honors Society Lambda Phi Eta Communication Honors Society Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated - Gamma.