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Washington D.C. Metro Area

Developed long-term social media strategies and campaigns, as well as short term, day-to-day content – all to advance 51 for 51's programmatic and organizational goals of making DC the 51st state with 51 votes in the Senate. Worked with staff members to produce and publish messages and visuals across digital platforms.Lobbied presidential candidates and key State Government officials in early primary states and battleground states to officially endorse 51's statehood efforts. Developed targeted educational materials in consideration of the distinct identities, activities and behaviors of certain communities and how they relate to the organization's campaign efforts. Performed public speaking duties and attended events as an official representative of the organization. Other duties as assigned.

Provided motivational speeches to youth, church and civic organizations across the United States.Delivered speeches that are convincing to young people and prepare careful research to ensure that accurate and up-to-date information is presented.Analyzed the demographics and characteristics of each anticipated audience and tailored speeches accordingly so as to present engaging, informative and persuasive content.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Directs all phases of the mail in ballot processing cycle from planning to implementation in accordance with Federal and local laws for the District of Columbia’s in-state, out of state, overseas and military voters.Developed and ran the District of Columbia's inaugural non-citizen mail-in voting program.Formulated comprehensive standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency and adaptability, resolution of data entry errors, creation of assistive job aids, and establishment of chain of custody protocols.Leads research initiatives on international best practices that focus on optimizing electoral efficiency while minimizing costs.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Designed, coordinated & co-facilitated interactive experiential learning opportunities for students focusing on social-emotional health, STEM, global citizenship and local issues, service learning, college access & workforce development. Collaborated on developing yearly curriculum maps, budget proposals and program goals aligned with organizational outcomes, and contractual obligations. Oversaw and conducted attendance outreach, recruitment, and retention services including attendance monitoring/data review, data entry, conferences and attendance incentive activities,and phone calls to comply with grant requirements. Oversaw grant management process and ensured the organization was informed on current contract guidelines and contractor responsibilities by attending provider meetings and trainings and maintaining contact with the organizational Senior team and external contract agency Program Managers. Helped navigate, secure resources, and build/sustain relationships with government agencies, policymakers, strategically aligned organizations, participants, parents, school staff, other CBOs, and any other key stakeholders. Managed all day-to-day operations across program sites and ensured the implementation of quality programming.Supervised & delegated the daily management of tasks, facilitated weekly staff check-ins, conducted program/staff observations with immediate feedback, and conducted formal performanceevaluations and individual check-ins and development plans. Recruited, screened, and hired full-time and part-time program staff to meet organizational capacity needs.

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Developed and executed a comprehensive leadership development strategy, leveraging neighborhood programs and community partnerships to address diverse community needs.Directed a team of Community Outreach Navigators focused on street outreach, connective services,volunteer engagement and youth government, resulting in enhanced participant engagement andsupport.Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders, including local government, partnerorganizations, and providers, ensuring effective communication and relationship management.Led the successful implementation of individual program and team workplans, aligning efforts withannual performance goals and tracking performance against targets.Assisted in the development of MBYLI’s strategic vision and operational work plan.Recommended, administered and enforced policies and procedures related to staff and participantattendance and disciplinary matters.Planned, organized, coordinated and supervised the day-to-day operations of the MBYLI 2023 Summer Intensive Training.Identified MBYLI’s logistical shortcomings and implemented new data collection, reporting andmonitoring procedures, ensuring meaningful goals were set, and impacts were measured and reported to the Executive Management team properly.Assisted in the budget formulation process to advocate for the allocation of funds to support innovative new programming for MBYLI.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Managed day-to-day operations, overseeing organizational structure, strategic vision, and teamcoordination.Established strong partnerships with community leaders and organizations, building diverse coalitions to promote the organization's goals.Developed policy memos and presented organizational positions to the public, government officials,and other stakeholders.Successfully executed programs, services, and engagement strategies to amplify the organization'scommunity service impact.Implemented fundraising initiatives, including budget planning, identifying opportunities, and engaging donors.

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Worked in collaboration with partner agency staff, external partners, and other key stakeholders todevelop and implement the work of increasing equity-based outcomes in the District.Ensured strong and effective relationships with key internal and external partners.Conducted a variety of studies and analyses regarding assigned projects, including analysis of relevant labor market information, job training programs, and research into best practices in workforce development and adult education.Served as the official Bureau Lead for data governance for the DC Office of Youth Programs (OYP).Assisted the Office of Information Technology in the conceptualization and development of a datamanagement system for OYP.Generated reports that analyzed facts and figures in an effort to draw conclusions and providemeaningful recommendations to the Associate Director.Supported the development, implementation, and oversight of new workforce business engagementand training grant programs.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Coordinated project set-up and project management for complex initiatives including multi-stakeholder collaborations. Spearheaded idea generation and development of strategies and action plans around student engagement.Assisted in cultivating a culture of student and staff engagement and input generation. Conducted research on various topics including best practices in university/community partnerships, educational innovation and redesigns, student engagement, college preparation and summer bridge programs, future careers, and grant funding. Performed other strategic and operational tasks as required.

Washington, D.C

Participated in the development and evaluation of new curriculum.Conducted research; consulted with the Director of the agency in the design and development of new curriculum.Coordinated the review/assessment of current curriculum to ensure said program was meeting intended objectives and requirements.Led selected program based special projects that required cross-functional engagement with key staff across government agencies, and with external entities.Developed strategies for engaging and availing resources to lower income, minority, and senior community residents.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Analyzed and solved supply-chain operation problems for Howard University’s facility managementoperator.Advised on how to improve standard operating policies, service order-processing and quality controlprocedures.Managed personnel assessments and fulfilled other duties as assigned.

Erie, Pennsylvania Area

Recruited, managed and coordinated volunteers.Managed volunteer training and recruitment, voter registration, absentee voting efforts and voter contact programs such as phone banks and canvasses for Erie County's Sixth District.Managed sensitive data collection and entry into the VAN database.Attended community events to promote organic community networking.Coordinated community outreach tailored to drive African-American voter turnout. Fostered and maintained positive relationships between the Clinton-Kaine campaign and local community leaders and entities.Fulfilled other duties as assigned.

Erie, Pennsylvania

Master'S Degree, Human Services

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology, History, Government & Public Policy

Political Science And Government

Activities and Societies: Drew Hall Honor Society

High School