Dwayne Grant Email & Phone Number

Dallas , Tx

Manage Corporate Relations & Events for Dallas Theater Center

Dallas, Texas, United States

Hired to assist the Dallas Theater Center Development Department with administrative tasks. Quickly proving to have a multitude of skills, I served as an interim for community engagement and special event efforts. Now with more than 10 successful donor, board, and corporate receptions under my belt I've been able to establish relationships with several constituents in the Dallas Arts communityCreate experiences for donor recognition and fundraising efforts. coordinating logistics of all… Show more Hired to assist the Dallas Theater Center Development Department with administrative tasks. Quickly proving to have a multitude of skills, I served as an interim for community engagement and special event efforts. Now with more than 10 successful donor, board, and corporate receptions under my belt I've been able to establish relationships with several constituents in the Dallas Arts communityCreate experiences for donor recognition and fundraising efforts. coordinating logistics of all corporate events, Donors, Trustees, Guild, and the Cast & Crew- Secured in-kind sponsorships valued at over $5000-Stewarded corporate donors who give between 3k-100k Show less

Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

Provide Real Estate Advice to clients in the DFW Metroplex. Assist in Residential services for Buyers and Sellers.

Austin, Texas, United States

Responsible for developing relationships to increase WGU’s pathways for transfer students, managing transfer pathways, articulation agreements, and comprehensive strategies for community colleges, organizations, and associations across the region including WGU Texas and the greater region, including New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana

Austin, Texas

Developed and managed relationships with Community Colleges across the state of Texas. to encourage students completing their associated degree to continue with either a Bachelors's or Master's Programs in a selected program.Worked closely with the chancellor to establish relationships with the Texas Association of Community College Presidents sponsoring their annual sumer retreat. WGU Texas is the designated online university for Texas which allowed for subsidized costs and competence-based… Show more Developed and managed relationships with Community Colleges across the state of Texas. to encourage students completing their associated degree to continue with either a Bachelors's or Master's Programs in a selected program.Worked closely with the chancellor to establish relationships with the Texas Association of Community College Presidents sponsoring their annual sumer retreat. WGU Texas is the designated online university for Texas which allowed for subsidized costs and competence-based learning programs that would allow students to complete their degree in their own time. - Secured partnerships with 34 of 60 Community colleges across Texas Show less

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Served as the primary executive assistant to the LHSC Director, responsibilities included: coordinating the Director's activities with the Governor and appointed Highway Safety Commissioners, LHSC staff, federal and state traffic safety partners, and organizations.This role provided oversight on the full range of human resources initiatives, including compensation, performance management, organizational development, employee relations, and talent acquisition.Prepared briefings and… Show more Served as the primary executive assistant to the LHSC Director, responsibilities included: coordinating the Director's activities with the Governor and appointed Highway Safety Commissioners, LHSC staff, federal and state traffic safety partners, and organizations.This role provided oversight on the full range of human resources initiatives, including compensation, performance management, organizational development, employee relations, and talent acquisition.Prepared briefings and presentations for the Director specific to traffic safety issues, as well as administrative support to the Highway Safety Commission and represented Executive Director in press conferences, presentations, and special events. Coordinated solution-focused meetings with a range of stakeholders, including the Director, Deputy Director, LHSC grant recipients, LHSC staff, the LA Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), the Louisiana State University (LSU) Highway Safety Research Group, Louisiana Board of Regents, and other traffic safety partners.Conducted administrative studies and recommended solutions to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of traffic safety programs to the Director and other stakeholders.Responsible for ensuring LHSC media/ marketing provide public awareness and education on critical traffic safety issues, including the use of social media to reach young drivers and other groups over-represented in crash statistics.- Created the “Now Click” Campaign which promoted seatbelt safety in collaboration with Louisiana native R& B artist “Cupid”- Created New Brand Logo and Website Design for Agency- Successfully coordinated Citizen's Police Alliance for Traffic Stop forum- Led group of Student Government Presidents to Capitol Hill in D.C. to promote Highway Safety - Represented the state of Louisiana by testifying at the NHSTSA board on Highway Safety Initiatives Show less

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Assisted in planning and administering media strategies under the guidance of the Commissioner of Higher Education and Associate Commissioner of Public Affairs, utilizing a range of communication channels, including email, web, printed, and social media. Prepared media advisories, fact sheets, public service announcements, and presentations, as well as coordination of press conferences.Assist in the re-branding of the Board of Regents, which includes the website, tagline, and external… Show more Assisted in planning and administering media strategies under the guidance of the Commissioner of Higher Education and Associate Commissioner of Public Affairs, utilizing a range of communication channels, including email, web, printed, and social media. Prepared media advisories, fact sheets, public service announcements, and presentations, as well as coordination of press conferences.Assist in the re-branding of the Board of Regents, which includes the website, tagline, and external engagement.Served as Co-Advisor of the Council of Student Body Presidents; coordinated activities with System Advisors and Student Representatives and provided oversight of annual elections and orientation for incoming members.Hosted rally of students from all Louisiana state public colleges on steps of the state capitol to encourage legislators not to make additional cuts to the higher education budget. Show less

Baton Rouge

• Speech Instructor for bridge/development program

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Establish and maintain relationships with high risk students in SUSLA connect program. This program is an initiative to assist students that do not meet the minimum requirements for admission to Southern University in Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge, La

• Worked with 13 LCTCS colleges in creation of social media presence and student engagement; collaborated with statewide advocates regarding legislative agenda.• Served on annual conference planning team, comprised of 2000 attendees incorporating the use of social and digital media. • Coordinated events throughout the state in conjunction with the state Governor's Office.• Led production of video updates on legislative matters with the System President.• Developed job… Show more • Worked with 13 LCTCS colleges in creation of social media presence and student engagement; collaborated with statewide advocates regarding legislative agenda.• Served on annual conference planning team, comprised of 2000 attendees incorporating the use of social and digital media. • Coordinated events throughout the state in conjunction with the state Governor's Office.• Led production of video updates on legislative matters with the System President.• Developed job shadow/mentor program emphasizing the use of social media and created a “How To” manual that articulates key strategies and approach to social media engagement. • Led the implementation of a comprehensive social media strategy by leveraging the use of Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to highlight key university initiatives and programs.• Provided oversight of digital media/social media production, including photography, videos, graphics, and website maintenance. • Served on the advancement team for LCTCS System President’s social media, digital media, and event planning. Show less

Baton Rouge, Louisiana Area

• Supervised admissions and recruiting staff to carry out daily operations of admissions and registrar functions.• Provided oversight of admissions process for incoming, cross-enrolled, dual enrollment, and transfer students; implemented process improvements to streamline activities that allowed efficient support of incoming students.• Led systemwide implementation of BANNER software; and provided talent for educational videos related to proper use of Banner Software.

Student Programs And Resources

• Created, planned, and promoted activities for the student government association. (SGA Elections, Debates, Spring Fling, created inaugural Miss & Mr. BRCC cotillion, other student engaged activities• Co-developed programming for student clubs and organizations, as well as assisted with promoting events and activities designed to enhance student life.• Coordinated student leadership training and mentoring workshops for the development of future leaders.• Managed social media… Show more • Created, planned, and promoted activities for the student government association. (SGA Elections, Debates, Spring Fling, created inaugural Miss & Mr. BRCC cotillion, other student engaged activities• Co-developed programming for student clubs and organizations, as well as assisted with promoting events and activities designed to enhance student life.• Coordinated student leadership training and mentoring workshops for the development of future leaders.• Managed social media efforts to heighten awareness of student organizations and related programming. Show less

Baton Rouge, Louisiana Area

Assisting field producers with a variety of tasks:Making phone calls for prospective shows, finding footage from old shows and news tapes, researching needed information via the internet and phone calls.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana Area

Assists assignment editors in gathering news and information. This includes taking and placing telephone calls from reporters, sources, and general public.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana Area

• Monitored admissions process and developed a communication plan for targeting student prospects.• Developed recruitment schedule and performed activities designed to attract prospective students nationwide.• Served as the Advisor for the SU Ambassadors organization, which assisted with conducting campus tours.• Created social media presence for Admissions department.

Phd, Education Leadership And Research /With Specialization In Higher Education Administration

M.A., Mass Communications

Activities and Societies: Student Broadcast Association, PRSSA, Student BLOG Host Radio Show, St. Jude Up TIl Dawn Fundraising

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

Activities and Societies: Student Government Association, Marching Band, Political Science Association. Student Ambassador for Admissions.