Dedicated bridge builder and professional connector with a proven track record of helping companies and organizations make it safely to the other side. My firm Kennedy Consulting Group (KCG), understands that the ever-changing landscape requires a keen understanding of how and when to pivot. Whether providing consultation to entities like Howard University's SBDC or crafting community engagement and MBE contract strategy to Hensel Phelps, KCG will help chart the course. I've been on a journey since the start of my career to not only do great work, but have a great time doing it. Woven throughout my story are periods that have helped me grow and stages that help me to thrive. Serving as a political appointee for Governors O'Malley and Hogan, allowed me an opportunity to create the state-wide community engagement platform, Ready, Set, Grow! This very successful program has lasted two administrations and crosses party lines, because small & local matters no matter what side of the aisle you’re on. I also had the privilege to create the FLOW series for Howard University's SBDC. In partnership with the Citi Foundation, my firm crafted a virtual training series geared towards educating DC residents and small businesses in the area of financial literacy. This work included an opportunity to help launch Sammy The Saver, an educational comic book series, geared towards k-8 students. We even landed them a FOX 5 interview!I love the work that I do, especially our focus on supporting small and local businesses through the Entrepreneurious Show ™️. As the creator, host and executive producer, I believe that telling the stories of small and local is important to the growth and health of any community. And you know what? We have a great time telling those stories. You can check out the show here: www.youtube.com/@Entrepreneurious. This show is a great example of some of the digital content I enjoy creating. I was able to expand my digital content creation skill set through the production of this show and now we are creating digital plans for our clients, including digital capability statements.I also love producing voiceover spots, it's something I've been dreaming about doing for many years now and to date, I've landed several key opportunities and have developed great relationships with producers and content creators. If I've kept your attention to this point, let's connect and build some bridges together. Send me a quick DM and let's collaborate.
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Creator/Host/Executive ProducerThe Entrepreneurious Show Jun 2023 - PresentDmvWhat does it take to launch and grow a small business? Entrepreneur and host April Williams travels the region to interview small business owners to hear their personal journey to launch and grow. Hear what it really takes from the people who have done it. Inspiring, energetic and educational, Entrepreneurious captures the spirit and heart of anyone who has ever dreamed of launching their own business.
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Chief Executive OfficerKennedy Consulting Group, Llc Jan 2016 - PresentOur StoryThe Kennedy Consulting Group is an award-winning consulting firm specializing in strategic planning, community engagement strategies, project management, small business consultation, video content creation and diverse business initiatives. A woman-owned, MBE & SBE Certified Firm, KCG focuses on providing top quality services to a variety of government, corporate and nonprofit clients. Our ExperienceFor more than 10 years, Kennedy Consulting Group has been meeting the needs of clients like the Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs (GOMA), Helsel Phelps, Wells Fargo, Howard University's SBDC and the Charles County Government. As the creator of the State of Maryland’s Ready, Set, Grow! Program, KCG worked with senior leadership, procurement officers, and other stakeholders to support equity & inclusion statewide.
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Supplier Diversity & Inclusion Program SpecialistWssc Water Jan 2019 - May 2022Laurel, Maryland, United StatesSuccessfully directed and managed the Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Program for WSSC Water’s Office of Supplier Diversity & Inclusion (OSDI). Created an automated (paperless) solution that streamlined the SLBE application and approval process. Supported the Director in maximizing participation of women, minority and small & local firms in WSSC Water contracting through strategic outreach, targeted workshops, public speaking, marketing, business development and by placing fair & inclusive contracting goals on Commission-wide contracts. Worked with the Office of Procurement and IT to manage the Oracle iSupplier vendor portal as well as the internal supplier Access Database. -
Small & Minority Business Outreach Manager (Political Appointee)Governor'S Office Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs Mar 2011 - Nov 2015Baltimore, Maryland AreaRepresented the Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs (GOMA) as the MBE Outreach Manager with the State of Maryland. This Executive Cabinet level position was responsible for carrying out the Governor’s mission for ensuring fair and equitable inclusion for the small, minority and women-owned business community in all State contracting. GOMA supports this community through five core tasks: advisor to the Governor, advocacy and contract compliance, outreach and education, policy and legislation. Prior to accepting this appointment, Kennedy Consulting Group served in a consulting capacity with GOMA.
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Chief Executive OfficerKennedy Consulting Group, Llc Mar 2008 - Mar 2013MarylandKennedy Consulting Group, LLC is a client centric company that assists clients with getting their message out to the people that matter to them the most through our award winning marketing, branding, PR, communications strategies and event planning/conference production services. We continue to build a track record of providing outstanding services to each client by focusing on strong delivery and execution of quality services.As a Woman Owned, MBE/DBE Certified Small Business we are committed to researching new techniques that will save each client time and money. We pride ourselves in our ability to remove the hassle from planning a meeting or conference as well as crafting effective marketing and media campaigns. Our Small In Size, Big In Service approach works every time. Kennedy Consulting Group is dedicated to each client and provides superior customer focused services with precision and style. KCG paused in 2013 to accept a political appointment with the Governor's Office of Minority Affairs.
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Communication Director-East CoastRushing Media Jul 2008 - Mar 2010Dc Metro Area• Responsible for growing the visibility of Rushing Media on the East Coast and Southern regions• Secured new business through email and social media marketing campaigns• Managed all customer accounts and budgets• Crafted press releases and pitched clients to the media• Positioned each client through increased brands awareness utilizing cause marketing, press opportunities, speaking engagements• Drafted talking points and speeches for each client
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Senior ConsultantDare Mighty Things Jan 2009 - Mar 2009Dare Mighty Things Provided consultation for the Mentoring Children of Prisoners Grant which provided technical assistance for nonprofit organizations who care for children whose parent(s) are incarcerated. My responsibilities include (but are not limited to): contract negotiations, timeline and staff updates, marketing materials, signage, talent acquisition, food and beverage, managed contractors, point of contact for attendees, content creation, location acquisition and many other aspects that made the events successful. -
Senior Marketing Director/PartnerB.Reel Media Management Aug 2003 - Sep 2008B.Reel Media Management, LLC (Event Management/Marketing/PR)Successfully marketed B.Reel Media Management, LLC through the dissemination of announcements to its’ comprehensive database, networking events, website design & maintenance with graphic designer, multiple World Wide Web networking sites and collaboration with graphic designer on all printed material. Monitor, track and update database as needed, quality check documents and other marketing materials. In 2008 successfully managed all logistics for U.S. Dream Academy Gala by: booking speakers, entertainment, location retention, budget support, event design, fundraising support, on-site services and post-event analysis. Over five hundred guests including congressional luminaries from the Hill were in attendance for the $1,000 per plate event hosted by actor and comedian Chris Tucker and WJLA Ch. 7 anchor Cynne' Simpson. The gala honored Dr. Ben Carson, Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Johns Hopkins Hospital and Jim Payne, Executive Vice President at Quixtar. Highlights from the program included, performances by world-renowned singer Wintley Phipps, U.S. Dream Academy founder, Jennifer Holliday, Peabo Bryson and the Dream Academy DreamKids and a special surprise presentation by R&B music sensation Keyshia Cole. The seventh annual U.S. Dream Academy Gala raised over $1.9 million dollars.The gala serves as the main fundraiser for the U.S. Dream Academy, which offers enrichment programs for children whose parents are incarcerated. The foundation was founded by singer and humanitarian Wintley Phipps. Regular donors and contributors include Ms. Oprah Winfrey and Senator Orrin Hatch.
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