The Work.
Professional Summary
I'm an innovative, mission-driven operations leader with 15 years of experience in strategy design and implementation to enhance organizational capacity and drive transformation. I have a proven expertise in leading high-impact projects, managing diverse teams, and leveraging equity-focused approaches to empower communities here in Baltimore. I've helped secure over $2 million to support initiatives that impact urban areas by creating fundable, scalable, mission-aligned solutions across nonprofit and social enterprise sectors.
Education
University of Pennsylavnia
Graduate Certificate, Social Entrepreneurship | Wharton School of Business
University of Maryland
Masters of Social Work, Community Organizing| School of Social Work
University of Michigan
Bachelors of Arts, Sociology| School of Literature, Arts & Science
Specialties
Grant Readiness for Emerging Organizations and Small Businesses Social Enterprise Start-Up Impact Focused Program Design Collaboration Building
Partnership Development Social Impact for Creatives Community Engagement Strategy Purpose-Driven Events and Social Opportunities
Grants & Awards
I've had the opportunity to support some amazing people and organizations in their missions by securing funding ranging from small $1,000 community events, to incredible $375,000 multi year projects. I've experienced success by tapping into diverse funding sources, including grants, awards and proposals. Below, you'll find a sample collection of successfully awarded funding requests that I've had the pleasure of writing.
Neighborhood Investment
Community Revitalization
Operating Support
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Operating Support
Community First Grant
Community Engagement
Grassroots Advocacy
Multi-Year Community Led Project
Art &Culture Project-Based
Organizations
Baltimore Hire Power, Board Member
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A workforce development focused non-profit specializing in culinary, allied health, and artificial intelligence training for underserved communities
MRI Studios Inc, Founding Board Member
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An arts equity organization dedicated to arts development and visibility for creatives from marginalized backgrounds
Market Center Merchants Association, Board Member
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A merchant and stakeholder based organization working towards economic development and sustainability among small businesses and organizations in Baltimore's center city
Women's Civic League Inc., Nominated Board Member (pending)
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The oldest continuous civic organization in the United States. A mission to keep Baltimore and its surrounding areas, healthy, clean, welcoming for visitors and residents.