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I am a dedicated leadership coach with over 15 years of experience empowering professionals in both corporate, nonprofit and academic sectors. My expertise lies in developing and delivering comprehensive training programs that enhance leadership skills, foster team collaboration, and drive organizational success.With a background in nonprofit, strategic leadership and sociology I specialize in:Leadership developmentTeam building and dynamicsStrategic planning and executionChange managementConflict resolution and mediationI have successfully worked with diverse organizations to identify their unique challenges and create customized training solutions that align with their goals. My approach is hands-on and interactive, ensuring that participants not only gain valuable insights but also practical tools they can apply immediately.Passionate about continuous improvement, I stay abreast of the latest trends and best practices in leadership and organizational development. My mission is to inspire and equip leaders to achieve their full potential and create positive, lasting impact within their organizations.

Passionate leader dedicated to advancing social justice, civil rights, and equality as President of the NAACP Edwardsville Branch. I lead strategic initiatives and advocacy efforts to promote economic equity, educational opportunities, and justice for communities of color across Edwardsville and the surrounding areas. Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership: Provide vision and direction to drive the NAACP Edwardsville Branch's mission and objectives.Advocacy and Outreach: Lead initiatives on critical issues including voter empowerment, criminal justice reform, and racial equity.Community Engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders, community leaders, and elected officials to promote civil rights and social justice.Membership Growth: Expand and engage membership to enhance community involvement and support for NAACP initiatives.Fundraising and Financial Management: Drive fundraising efforts and ensure sound financial stewardship to sustain organizational operations and programs.

Financial ManagementAnalyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for all donor segments, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting.Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with the finance committee of the board of directors; assess any changes necessary. Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the CEO; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status.Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting. Implement a robust contracts management and financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to the board of directors.

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Developed new strategies for customer and client retention activities. Respond to customer queries and address service complaints in a timely manner. Work with CEO in implementing sales promotion activities. Track contracts that are soon to be expired and contact customers for renewals. Develop service presentations and demonstrations to clients. Analyze customer/client feedbacks and develop new techniques to ensure client retention. Provide excellent client services and ensure client satisfaction. Build positive working relationships with customers for repeat businesses.Explain to customers/clients about new services and benefits. Make sales calls to existing and new customers for business growth.

Developed programs and agendas for Venice Academic Achievement CenterSupervised work of over 30 teachers and tutorsCoordinated services for over 100 student participants in Urban League programsPlanned, implemented, and coordinated marketing strategiesCreated and maintained membership list to expand fundraising activities for the Madison County Urban LeagueAnswered inquires from clients and other intra-organizational departmentsDelegated assignments to staff and committee members