Sam Brown Email & Phone Number

Montgomery Village, Md, Us

Montgomery Village, Md, Us

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Experienced Program Developer with a decade-long track record of success across all levels of programming. Presently, I'm engaged in contract-based roles, lending support to organizations and businesses in crafting, executing, and managing their programs. My specialized areas encompass recruitment, retention, and engagement strategies within program development initiatives.In addition to program development, I offer comprehensive staff training sessions covering recruitment, retention, and engagement strategies, as well as professional and leadership development, organizational culture, communication, and collaboration.Based in Maryland, I am available for travel assignments.For inquiries, please reach out to me via email at sambrown@faithandeffort.org.

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States

As a national speaker, I've spent over a decade crafting engaging workshops and delivering impactful keynote presentations. My reach extends across diverse audiences, ranging from middle school to college-aged students, where I focus on leadership and identity development, as well as navigating life transitions. Additionally, I provide consulting services for organizations in both non-profit and for-profit sectors, offering expertise in effective team communication, organizational growth, and various training topics.

Coatesville, Pennsylvania, United States

Collaborated with the Executive Director to effectively manage a $100,000 program budget, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization of funds. Teamed up with the Development Director to compile and submit data for annual grants, contributing to successful funding acquisitions.Adapted swiftly during the COVID-19 pandemic by designing and implementing innovative in-person/virtual after-school programs. Despite engagement challenges, these programs witnessed a significant surge in attendance, from an average of 5 students to approximately 15 students.Revitalized an 8-week leadership and employment program, equipping students with essential work readiness and on-the-job skills. Additionally, orchestrated bi-weekly personal and professional development workshops for students.Established and nurtured positive relationships with community members and business owners through active engagement within the community. Facilitated community-focused events to foster connections among members and businesses, enhancing community cohesion.Implemented benchmarks for program evaluation, achieving an impressive 85% success rate based on outcome goals. Crafted outreach and marketing materials to promote year-round programs, serving as educational resources and recruitment tools for students and families.Developed a comprehensive database to track demographic information, facilitating the evaluation of both small and large-scale program success.Collaborated with a co-facilitator to recruit and retain 40 community leaders from 20 organizations, fostering collaboration to support youth. Co-designed two city-wide resource fairs featuring community-based providers.Built rapport with students by authentically showing up, fostering genuine connections and trust within the community.

West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States

Developed and implemented an average of 120 life skills and job readiness programs annually, comprising both structured courses with graduations and ad-hoc workshops tailored to student needs.Achieved a remarkable increase in program enrollment, elevating it from 40% to full capacity within the first year of assuming the role of Program Coordinator/Supervisor.Substantially elevated graduation rates in life and job readiness programs from approximately 50% to an impressive average of 92%.Provided daily supervision and comprehensive training to staff, ensuring their proficiency in developing and delivering course materials effectively.Regularly presented program updates to funders during monthly meetings, offering insights into current programming implementation and student progress. This transparency allowed funders to assess program effectiveness and expenditure.Collaborated with a small leadership team to manage a $100,000 budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources to meet program objectives.Established productive relationships with key stakeholders to address student needs through collaboration and partnerships, effectively closing existing gaps in services.Developed and executed a comprehensive marketing and outreach strategy for our job readiness and life skills programs. This strategy included creating timelines for outreach activities, designing flyers and social media materials, as well as implementing grassroots marketing tactics to attract and retain students.

Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States

As a Technical Specialist at the Genius Bar, I played a crucial role in assisting customers with troubleshooting their device issues. I provided personalized support by presenting various solutions and resolutions to address customer concerns effectively.In addition to technical support, I actively contributed to creating a welcoming and serene atmosphere within the Genius Bar environment. Through engaging interactions with both coworkers and customers, I fostered a positive and optimistic atmosphere that put everyone at ease.

Coatesville, Pennsylvania, United States

As an intern, I took charge of coordinating communications within the organization, ensuring a seamless flow of information. Additionally, I played a pivotal role in the development of the inaugural youth conference in Coatesville, catering to students from 6th to 12th grade, which drew an impressive attendance of over 120 students.My responsibilities extended to coordinating various events and conferences, where I oversaw all aspects of planning and management, both internally and externally. I diligently maintained and nurtured existing working relationships with vendors and stakeholders to ensure the success of each event.nues