Highly accomplished executive with knowledge in program design & implementation, public-private partnerships, and
leadership development. Recognized for creating innovative programming, acquiring funding for new initiatives, and
developing strategic communication plans. Consistently surpasses on-the-job expectations with a high level of
responsibility and accountability. Ability to employ creative approaches to problem solving in diverse environments.
Work experience spans positions in leading American think tanks, United States House of Representatives, U.S. federal
government agencies, non-profit organizations, and universities. Extensive background and strong aptitude to develop
and guide implementations of innovative programs. Proven success in grant proposal writing and securing of funding to
support organizations. Excellent track record of devising and executing strategic plans.
Building the Workforce of Tomorrow - The Global Engagement Forum (Pyxera
Global) November 10, 2015
Combining Leadership Development with Remediation: A Model Approach from the University of the District of
Columbia - Community College Maryland Male Student of Color Summit November 1, 2013. Montgomery
College, Silver Spring, MD
Community Colleges Approach to Study Abroad Programs International Education Week, American
Association of Community Colleges November 13, 2014. Washington, DC
Partnership Manager ,
12/2012 to
04/2014
University of the District of Columbia Community College –
Washington DC
Vice President, Partnership ,
09/2015 to
Current
LDI Africa –
Washington,
DC
Director of Education ,
09/2014 to
09/2015
Olashore International School –
Lagos,
Nigeria
- Selected for prestigious global leadership program at Africa's Best emerging institutions.
- Tasked
with developing and implementing global leadership curriculum at top Nigerian historical
secondary boarding school.
- Trained administrators, staff and teachers on leadership
development skills acquisitions.
- Designed school's social responsibility strategy for Nigerian
corporations.
Project Manager - Consultant,
06/2014 to
08/2014
Montgomery College –
Takoma Park,
MD
- Oversaw the execution of project requirements for Maryland Higher Education grant.
- Duties
included, marketing grant program and recruiting program participants, recruiting and training
faculty and peer mentors, and working with research analyst to track and monitor grant data
and prepare grant related reports.
Program Director,
08/2013 to
04/2014
University of the District of Columbia Community College
Partnership Manager,
12/2012 to
04/2014
University of the District of Columbia Community College
Acting Director,
12/2012 to
06/2013
University of the District of Columbia Community College
- Office of the CEO District of Columbia
Developed, managed, and cultivated a network of local and national organizations, nonprofits, community based
groups, educators, government representatives, and education policy makers on behalf of the newly formed
community college.
- Culminated in securing of over $1M for the college.
- Directed all marketing and communications
related to partnering.
- Implemented special projects related to new program development, curriculum review,
assessment, accreditation, professional development, and academic innovation.
- Developed and guided dual enrollment
program, articulation agreements, and outreach initiatives focused on providing resources and support systems.
- Supervised 3 adjunct faculty and 2 staff.
- Identified potential funding sources and draft letters, proposals, and reports to
secure grants.
- Secured $136,000 federal grant through proposal to support student retention goals for minority males.
- Supervised a team of 7 staff members, overseeing all aspects of the grant.
Acting Director,
12/2010 to
12/2012
Montgomery College Office of Adult Student Services –
Rockville,
MD
Program Coordinator,
08/2009 to
12/2010
Montgomery College
Student Affairs Specialist,
09/2007 to
08/2009
Montgomery College –
Rockville,
MD
Service Learning Coordinator,
08/2006 to
08/2007
Montgomery College –
Rockville,
MD
Program Coordinator/Acting Director,
Montgomery College –
Rockville,
MD
- Designed, planned, and coordinated all information sessions, transfer fairs, and workshops.
- Developed marketing
strategies and communication materials for the Office of Adult Student Services.
- Managed data collection and reported
information to Dean.
- Drafted program development proposals and governed associated projects.
- Launched "One-Stop
Shop" program designed to prepare students for college entry.
Student Affairs Specialist,
- Advised student clubs and organizations.
- Supervised staff and student assistants.
- Developed, administered, and
evaluated co-curricular programs, events, and initiatives.
- Responsible for developing trainings and presenting
information at numerous workshops.
- Established and maintained partnerships with Maryland State Office of
International Affairs and with multiple United Nations agencies.
- Served on various college committees and workgroups
including: Social Responsibility Internal Advisory Group, International Education Task Force, and the Presidential
Inauguration Committee.
- Drafted student letters of recommendation for the Associate Dean.
- Designed/coordinated
dynamic year-long global focused student leadership program, MC LEAD, based on the social change model.
- Now a
signature student life program, which was recognized by the Vice President for Learning and Academic Effectiveness as
a model student engagement program.
Service Learning Coordinator,
- Promoted service learning at the Rockville Campus: informed professors, administrators and students of benefits and
goals of service learning; persuaded professors to include service learning in syllabi.
- Planned and coordinated campus volunteer fair: an event where community organizations, non-profits, and
government agencies highlight volunteer opportunities.
- This is now an annual event.
- Conducted Service Learning presentations to several departments and classes.
- Placed over 200 students in
service learning projects an increase of 70%.
