Melissa Gray Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Washington, Dc, Us

I co-direct the organization's transportation portfolio, managing both administration and strategic initiatives. My responsibilities include overseeing federally funded grants, integrating and assessing critical KPIs, and leading the Housing and Services Resource Center’s transportation statistics projects on housing and homelessness. I actively engage in leadership communication and strategic development with the transportation equity committee, serve as a spokesperson promoting our vision, and work towards enhancing transportation equity for older adults and people with disabilities. Additionally, I co-lead the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, fostering an inclusive organizational culture and presenting our research at national conferences.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

I directed project staff and provided strategic guidance to faculty teams, managing various project initiatives and grant components. My role involved developing work plans, managing budgets, facilitating meetings, and ensuring effective project communication. I successfully managed the application and receipt of a significant $400K grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and provided comprehensive programmatic support to enhance diversity, equity, and student success initiatives.

Austin, Texas Area

I led the planning and execution of significant annual fundraisers and managed multiple volunteer programs. My strategic initiatives included coordinating partnerships and overseeing major campaigns like the Summer Fan and Holiday Giving Drives, significantly increasing organizational revenue and public campaign contributions. My efforts fostered substantial community engagement and established new partnerships that drove the organization's mission forward.

Austin, Tx

I provided specialized project management for both non-profit and for-profit sectors, particularly in public health. I implemented Earned Value Management (EVM) to track project progress and led diverse healthcare projects, aligning them closely with client and organizational goals. My responsibilities also included strategic consulting, event planning and management, and facilitating stakeholder engagement to ensure successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.

➤ Senior Program Manager – USAging, Washington, DC – 2018 to 2019➤ Program Assistant – Howard University, Hayes Senior Wellness Center, Washington, DC – 2015 to 2017➤ Communications Associate – American Red Cross, Austin, TX – 2008 to 2010➤ Diabetes Days Project Coordinator (Contractual) – American Diabetes Association, Austin, TX – 01/2008 to 03/2008➤ Campaign Coordinator – Darrell Pierce For City Council, Austin, TX – 03/2006 to 05/2006➤ Program Manager – Breakthrough Austin, Austin, TX – 01/2005 to 08/2005➤ Management Associate – The Hertz Corporation, Austin, TX – 06/2003 to 12/2004

Master'S Degree, Human Development And Family Studies

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Communication, General