Robin C. Byrd M.Ed., Pgc Email & Phone Number

Richmond, Va, Us

Richmond, Virginia, United States

As a consultant, I bridge the gap between where clients are and where they want to be. By focusing on the big picture and what matters most, I've help clients achieve unprecedented performance improvements. One client said: “Robin has strong strategic planning skills and was able to achieve a record high of 137% performance growth in four years. Priceless!”I partner with clients to envision performance enhancements. Whether I'm planning project details, managing a corporate event, or training leaders to sharpen their skills, I am devoted to each client's success. Strategic partnerships are vitally important to me, and I build rapport across all levels of an organization to deliver quality projects, raise funds, expand businesses. When you need a catalyst for change, let me support you in optimizing processes, prioritizing tasks, and building empowered teams. Let's chat about your needs so I can give you back the time you need to focus on the demands of your business.

Virginia, United States

I strategized to boost fundraising by 72% within 1 year. We raised $5 billion to send over 500,000 students to college and offer financial support to 37 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). During a single special event fundraiser, I garnered $300,000 in sponsorship.Over 4 years, I secured $5 million to benefit 600 Virginia students as part of the effort to build a pipeline of professionals entering into the workforce from HBCUs. In addition to student and financial support, I led leadership development to strengthen advisory boards, executive teams, campaign leaders, and even volunteers.

Chesterfield, Virginia, United States

In this senior leadership role, I supported well-being, literacy, access to books, and innovation in classrooms to build life-ready graduates. I was instrumental in defining vision and providing inspirational leadership. I raised $500,000+ annually in sponsorships, while attracting $300,000 for in-kind donations. I pioneered major initiatives such as a free teacher store, an ambassador program for administrators and teachers, an annual student and teacher of the year recognition ceremonies, a community "Math Night," the first-ever resource bank for schools, and a student-run banking branch for high school students. I improved business, government, and community relations by spearheading strategic community initiatives to promote equitable educational opportunities for all students. I networked to build strong and collaborative school-business-community partnerships for better program development and training.

Petersburg, Virginia, United States

I was the managing supervisor to deliver diploma programs with work-based learning experiences across the school division and its communities. My task was to develop a market-driven strategy to meet business and industry demands and to create experiential learning opportunities that fostered career exploration for diverse student populations.I hosted career fairs, guest speaker series, field trips, and information interviews to train students to solve business problems and plan for their own personal and professional growth, My plans allowed for fully funded job shadowing, internships, apprenticeships, and cooperative education experiences thanks to the business and community partnerships I fostered.

Richmond, Virginia, United States

As a banking industry leader, I oversaw the daily operations of the branch, managed resources, and directed staff to provide exceptional service for customers. I grew the branch's client base and increased revenues. It was my role to train new team members in client support, and my teams consistently led the region in annual sales campaigns.

Graduate Studies In Research And Outreach, Educational Administration And Supervision

Master Of Education (M.Ed.) In School Of Agriculture, Science, And Technology, Career And Technical Education; Business Education

▸ Career and Technical Education ▸ Business Education

Bachelor Of Individualized Studies, Administrative Systems Management; Business Management & Marketing

▸ Graduated Cum Laude