-Collaborate with program directors to understand programmatic needs and ensure that the proposed projects align with the organization's strategic goals.-Contribute to the development of foundation donor strategies, pipeline management, reporting deadlines, and stewardship planning.-Research potential foundation prospects whose funding priorities align with the organization's mission and projects. -Build and maintain strong relationships with foundation representatives.-Prepare compelling grant proposals, grant applications, and letters of inquiry. The director must effectively communicate the organization's mission, goals, and impact while aligning the proposal with the foundation's funding priorities.-Work with program directors to assist in developing funder reports and stewardship strategies.-Collaborate with the finance team to develop budgets for grant proposals, ensuring that the proposed projects are financially feasible and align with the funding requirements.-Keep accurate and organized records of interactions, proposals, grant awards, and reports to track progress, manage relationships, and ensure compliance.-Staying knowledgeable of current trends in philanthropy and funding, both at the local and national levels, to identify emerging opportunities and potential shifts in foundation priorities.

•Directed all development activities, ensuring the effective operation of fundraising efforts to support court-mandated operations and programming for over 2500 youth in Baltimore City's foster care community.•Devised and executed a strategic plan for resource development and capacity-building, achieving a budget through meticulous research and analysis of corporate, individual, and foundation donor bases.•Led organizational fundraising initiatives, including successfully acquiring foundation grants, cultivating individual and corporate donors, and orchestrating the annual fundraising event.•Cultivated strong relationships with donors, stakeholders, and community partners to garner support and funding for CASA's mission and programs.•Implemented innovative fundraising strategies to diversify revenue streams and enhance the organization's financial sustainability.•Provided strategic guidance and support to the Executive Director and Board of Directors, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and goals for serving Baltimore City's foster care community.

1. Strategic Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:Directed cross-functional teams encompassing public engagement, marketing, finance, content, and operations to ensure seamless collaboration and effective communication throughout consulting engagements, resulting in successful project launches and completions.b. Developed and executed personalized engagement strategies to foster strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, enhancing project outcomes and client satisfaction.c. Cultivated strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering a culture of collaboration and trust and serving as a strategic partner in driving organizational growth and sustainability for Ubuntu Partners, Inc.2.Team Leadership and Project Management:a.Orchestrated managing and coordinating multidisciplinary teams, partners, and consultants to deliver high-quality consulting services to clients, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.b.Cultivated strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering a culture of collaboration and trust and serving as a strategic partner in driving organizational growth and sustainability for Ubuntu Partners, Inc.c.Provided guidance, direction, and oversight throughout the consulting process, from initial engagement through project completion, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction. Led and coordinated teams of partners, consultants, and resources to deliver high-quality consulting services to clients.d.Orchestrated managing and coordinating multidisciplinary teams, partners, and consultants to deliver high-quality consulting services to clients, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.

1. Strategic Fundraising Leadership:•Spearhead the development and execution of a comprehensive strategic fundraising plan, resulting in the successful attainment of financial goals and contributing to the growth of Bright Star Community Outreach. • Lead and inspire the grants and fundraising teams, providing strategic guidance, fostering a collaborative environment, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. • Innovate and implement effective fundraising strategies to diversify revenue streams, enhancing the organization's financial sustainability, spearheading a significant revenue and programmatic increase.2. Relationship Management with Major Funders: • Cultivate and maintain strong and enduring relationships with major funders, ensuring alignment with their philanthropic goals and values. • Develop personalized engagement strategies for individual donors, fostering a sense of connection and commitment to Bright Star Community Outreach's mission. • Strategically collaborate with key stakeholders to identify and pursue new funding opportunities, maximizing financial support for programs and initiatives.3. Corporate and Philanthropic Partnership Development: • Proactively identify, negotiate, and establish strategic corporate partnerships aligning with the organization's mission and values. • Collaborate with the leadership team to create mutually beneficial partnerships with philanthropic entities, emphasizing shared values and long-term impact. • Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies to enhance relationships with corporate and philanthropic partners, ensuring their sustained commitment to the organization's mission.

• Spearheaded the development and execution of a comprehensive 5-year strategic plan, ensuring program sustainability and growth objectives were met, resulting in over $350,000 in additional grant funding and revenue expansion of $100,000.• Established and executed a brand strategy and marketing campaign to enhance the visibility and reputation of the institute, resulting in increased community engagement and support.• Revamped the institute's curriculum and programming with a social-justice-centered approach, aligning educational offerings with contemporary issues and fostering inclusive learning environments.• Cultivated collaborative relationships with stakeholders, including local school districts, to develop a pipeline of leadership development programming, facilitating increased enrollment and engagement with the university.• Provided academic advisement and instruction in philosophy, religion, and culture, fostering intellectual growth and development among students.• Oversaw budget creation and management to include daily facility operations, staff management, and budget oversight of $700,000, ensuring efficient operations and resource allocation.

• Developed and implemented data-driven evaluative strategies to optimize scheduling processes, ensuring alignment with supply/demand dynamics of academic majors, divisional resources, and accreditation requirements, resulting in enhanced program efficiency and student satisfaction.• Spearheaded administrative management initiatives to enhance the educational experience for over 250 student majors across 8 academic programs, overseeing a team of 50+ faculty members and 6 administrative support personnel, fostering a supportive and productive academic environment.• Strategically managed logistics for recruitment, fundraising, and community events for the Dean, divisional leadership, faculty, and student majors, coordinating seamless execution and fostering dependable relationships with internal and external stakeholders.• Implemented innovative approaches to enhance program efficacy and student engagement, collaborating with faculty and staff to develop initiatives promoting academic excellence and fostering community within the Division of Humanities and Social Sciences at Morehouse College.

• Contributed strategic insights and oversight as a Trustee member of The Interdenominational Theological Center, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards set forth by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC) and the Association of Theological Schools (ATS), while providing valuable insights into fiduciary management, employee relations, and student welfare.

•Significantly initiated and contributed to higher education policy creation, fiscal and strategic planning, college administration personnel, confidential student issues, protocols, and initiatives;•Purposefully provided counsel to the college President/CEO with constituent concerns and with fiduciary management with a budget that exceeds $1 million, servicing 1000+ students and employees.

GA Democratic WHIP Senator Harold Jones (District: 22) and Senator Tonya P. Anderson (District: 43) • Monitored and analyzed legislative proposals and policy developments in key areas such as criminal justice reform, education reform, drug reform, and state transit, providing concise briefings to the Senate Minority Whip and Member for informed decision-making on floor, committee, and district matters.• Collaborated closely with Senate legal counsel and office legal staff to ensure the constitutional integrity and thorough preparation of proposed legislation, facilitating constructive deliberation and debate on critical issues.• Actively engaged in advisory boards, policy meetings, and conferences, advocating for the Senator(s) on pressing issues, including public education, the opioid crisis, affordable housing, and public transportation, enhancing the legislative impact and representation of constituents' concerns.• Demonstrated expertise in navigating complex policy landscapes and fostering effective legislative strategies, contributing to developing and advancing initiatives to address societal challenges and promote equitable outcomes for Georgia's citizens.

GA Democratic WHIP Senator Harold Jones (District: 22) and Senator Tonya P. Anderson (District: 43) •Conducted thorough research and prepared briefs for proposed legislation encircling criminal justice reforms for the Senate staff;•Tactically acquired the specified signatures necessary for drafting individual sponsored bills from committee members. Developed expertise in subject matters related to committee assignments.

•Developed and managed a running communications portal of community engagement initiatives and official communique that highlighted new policy initiatives within education reform and economic/community development for the member of Council;•Strategically assisted council member and senior staff manage constituent relations. Effectively worked across council offices and city departments to ensure citizen support and efficient interdepartmental collaboration.

• Spearheaded community outreach initiatives to address food insecurity among seniors and support neighborhood revitalization efforts in low-income communities, effectively informing residents about municipal policies and federal HUD grants/programs.• Implemented innovative marketing strategies that capitalized on cutting-edge trends, resulting in a 55% increase in program participation by engaging partners and optimizing staff resources from multiple municipal agencies and community volunteers.• Developed and maintained strong partnerships with stakeholders to build capacity for long-term program sustainability, leveraging marketing techniques to expand program resources and client base.• Demonstrated strategic leadership by analyzing community needs and trends, guiding the development of targeted marketing campaigns and engagement initiatives to address critical issues and drive positive outcomes.

▪Executes stellar, thorough customer service shopping experiences through knowledgeable, friendly and efficient service standards. ▪Constantly meets the market of high sales in the store per working day and quarter.▪Demonstrates the ability to be articulate, persuasive, understand clarifications and respond quickly and accurately to inquiries in a high volume store.

Morehouse College Student Lab with Parter Companies•Developed network optimization model for F50 consumer products company addressing 3 DC's, over 80,000 customers and over 250 product configurations. There was a total of 20% savings identified;•Transformed the online merchandising process by developing evaluative process standards that addressed shipping, handling, and technical issues; strengthening consumer experience and sales.

•Crucially served as the administrative head of all electoral proceedings, ensuring the process was fair, efficient, and transparent. Managed a team of 12, serving 2500+ students;•Strategically created elections policies and procedures, as empowered by the organization’s constitution, to ensure integrity, efficacy, and accountability in the election process.