Robert Ferguson Email & Phone Number

Usa

The Rob Skate Academy is all about teaching mindfulness through skateboarding. We aim to address the underlying causes of misbehavior, dropouts, the growing achievement gap of inner city youth and youth violence in a preventive manner by providing them with a safe place to build character and heal by letting go of the baggage and trauma that they carry. We focus on building character and transforming lives of young people, which gives them permission to live more alive and free. Since the birth of skateboarding, it has been one of the only social sports that's mainstream (now in the Olympics) and seen as an outlet for freedom and openly expressing oneself. Skateboarding fosters a community of compassion and motivation regardless of gender, ethnicity, income or any demographic. And our goal is to share the incredible gift that is skateboarding with as many youth as possible.

Ever Forward Club is a non-profit organization based in the East Bay, which fosters safe environments (via workshops and clubs) for youth to receive emotional support among peers and mentors. Created by Ashanti Branch, a former OUSD teacher, with the vision to assist male youth in graduating, through reinforcing their emotional tool box and dedicated mentorship. For over more than a decade, we have offered "Taking Off the Mask" workshops and established clubs in middle and high schools throughout the nation.Our workshops are designed for students who: are chronically tardy or absent from school, are disruptive while in the classroom, and are disengaged from core academic course work, as these youth are more than likely to drop out of school. Male youth in particular, often do not have spaces for emotional development and identity exploration.

On motivational talks or seminars I cover my life story, changes in our time, define a proven methodology to implement ideas, focus on the individual aspirations of each person, inspire people to be Self-Motivated, motivate people to internalize the current vision, and lastly to implement a continuing education program to ensure lasting change. UCLA, CSUEB, UC Berkeley, SF State, Sac State, City of Hayward, City of Ceres, City of Patterson, Countless Middle and High Schools like the Fusion Academy as well as to numerous community colleges.

Over the past years I’ve done a wide variety of mentorship such as but not limited to: Creating safe spaces for teen boys and allowing them to remove their social mask and talk freely. Working on career pathways for youth to young adults and planning trips to worksites and colleges for personal development. Creating opportunity for our “at risk” youth and providing outlets for them to grasp. Teaching leadership and team building along side with entrepreneurship to young adults.

The Cali Am Jam is a free community event with the drive to spread awareness on various causes while rekindling grass root family activities on top of making dreams come true. The focus for 2015 is inner self awareness and family bonding. We host all types of interactive healthy activities such as but not limited to various sports, arts, fashion, literature, job core, extreme sports, etc.Skateboarding is the spine of the event and designed to provide a platform for all ages and abilities to showcase their skills with international presence. For those who don’t know how to skateboard, this is a chance for them to come and learn about the sport.In addition to the skateboarding we take high value in the Music and Arts presence and create multi level platforms for all to participate in both. Our skate and music festivals are one of a kind and truly admired by all communities we've touched.

Oakland Ca

Closing selective community gaps through social and economic innovation around the world. We step into communities to help raise awareness or to be the leading force driving the new venture. We focalize in teens to young adults and often awaken hidden talents through hosting multi-cultural creative events, programs and sports. 4141Corp is known for giving back to local communities and creating smiles in unfriendly areas. 4141Corp stands for the 'peoples’ corporation. It serves as the front line frontier for youth activities, teen and young adult events and high involvement within a community. Skills: Obtaining full management skills in recruiting, accounting, HR, leadership, customer service and developing sustainable programs. Persistent marketing, vital time management and strategic team building, business communication, communication and more.

West Coast Region

I served as the focal point between the brand and consumer serving to educate the public about Glaceau products’ functionality and benefits. My tasks were to influence purchase behavior through utilizing market knowledge and implementing key strategies creating an engaging, positive, educational and memorable experience around the brand.

Redwood City

Front desk reception and customer support. Job duties required high energy level and perkiness. Being able to handle multiple tasks at once, resolving customer issues and setting/ reminding appointments for various staff members.