Dakim Duncan
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Inbound Certification
HubSpotJan, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Inbound Certification
HubSpotJan, 2016- Nov, 2024
Experience
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University Settlement
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Beacon Program Director
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Sep 2021 - Present
University Settlement partners with 40,000 New Yorkers on the Lower East Side and in Brooklyn every year to build on their strengths as they achieve healthy, stable, and remarkable lives. We work with New Yorkers of all ages. Beacon Programs provide safe havens for 1,200 youth and adults annually. Beacon Programs provide academic assistance, cultural and recreational activities and drug prevention and reduction programs for youth in the community.Responsibilities:*Provide oversight and supervision to all aspects of the Beacon Program*Renew SACC and DOH licenses to ensure city and state compliance*Responsible for recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of all program staff*Train and develop staff and facilitate a collaborative management team*Manage and maintain program budgets ensuring compliance; work closely with the Finance department*Develop and manage all program and relevant family/youth support services*Plan, organize, and implement community building events for families of the Beacon Program*Partner with Human Resources to facilitate job actions*Track and recruit students to ensure engagement and productivity during and after school*Act as liaison to DYCD and Community School District 1*Develop plans for strategically implementing program objectives*Prepare monthly reports of program information and data and other reports as needed*Work collaboratively with all program partners, subcontractors, the schools, site-based management team, and community*Ensure effective linkages with all subcontractors, co-locators and partners*Plan and staff summer, fall and weekend activities*Attend relevant community meetings, agency-wide administrative meetings, and participate in committees as needed*Provide leadership to the Beacon Advisory Board and Youth Council*Work closely with parent coordinators and principals Show less
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Program Director SONYC
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Sep 2019 - Sep 2021
The Program Director is responsible for all day-to-day operations of the onsite program. The program will provide academic support; artistic, athletic, cultural, and athletic enrichment; therapeutic services; and opportunities for family involvement. Responsibilities: ✪ Manage all day-to-day operations of site✪ Maintain program compliance per funders’ regulations; be knowledgeable of funder regulations as well as DOH SACC regulations.✪ Supervise, monitor and coach direct-service staff ✪ Perform annual staff evaluations and submit timely appraisals to HR✪ Responsible for hiring new personnel following program and HR compliance protocols✪ Maintain consistent communication with supervisor about all programmatic issues ✪ Monitor accuracy of attendance and data reporting, and maintain files✪ Develop and select curricula appropriate for the developmental needs of children in an after-school setting✪ Develop and participate in high quality, relevant staff training✪ Ensure compliance with all funding sources and regulating agencies; prepare monthly reports of program information and data and other reports as needed.✪ Track program expenses and work with Finance department to ensure proper fiscal procedures are in place.✪ Work collaboratively with Department of Education staff, Principal, parent association, and other CBOs; contribute to efforts to improve school achievement ✪ Ensure proper use of school facilities, and maintain effective communication with custodians, security and cafeteria staff✪ In conjunction with Supervisor, maximize parent and family involvement in program through parent advisory board, family workshops and events, and volunteer recruitment✪ Participate in advocacy efforts for after-school funding and other campaigns that affect the community✪ Handle other duties as assigned by Supervisor Show less
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Activity Specialist
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Sep 2018 - Aug 2019
Activity Specialist are responsible for facilitating workshops and teaching classes while ensuring the safety and engagement of children.>Work with groups of 20-25 middle/ high school school students>Provide opportunities for growth in understanding of subjects>Create an environment of active and genuine learning by employing a range of teaching strategies that meet the needs of all students>Write and revise lesson plans using DYCD framework for approval by director Show less
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Excelsior Marketing Group
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New York, NY
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Owner
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Jun 2010 - May 2018
Excelsior Marketing Group is a full service marketing firm that provides customized marketing strategies to time starved business owners. Our services are customized specifically for your needs and help you implement the right marketing for your business. The services we provide: 1. Perform high value assessments that provide clarity on key areas critical to success 2. Create strategies and tactics that lead to rapid growth 3. Build marketing funnels that lead to better conversions and more sales 4. Provide accountability and support to ensure maximum results Show less
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The Charka Collection
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New York, NY
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Marketing Director
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Aug 2015 - Aug 2017
The Charka Collection is a fashion start-up in the sport apparel industry. My duties include: ● Develop marketing strategies to introduce products to marketplace ● Identify potential customers and their needs ● Monitor competition ● Track expenses The Charka Collection is a fashion start-up in the sport apparel industry. My duties include: ● Develop marketing strategies to introduce products to marketplace ● Identify potential customers and their needs ● Monitor competition ● Track expenses
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Black Business Expo East
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New York, NY
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Chief Marketing Officer
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Oct 2015 - Oct 2016
●Crafting the marketing plan for the annual business expo for African American businesses ●Overseeing the implementation of various strategies designed to increase attendance ●Coordinating with other team members to ensure a successful event ●Crafting the marketing plan for the annual business expo for African American businesses ●Overseeing the implementation of various strategies designed to increase attendance ●Coordinating with other team members to ensure a successful event
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Altria
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Manager
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Nov 2000 - Feb 2012
Worked with small businesses to help them implementing National Trade Marketing Programs. Worked with small businesses to help them implementing National Trade Marketing Programs.
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Education
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1995 - 1999
Baruch College
Bachelor's degree, Marketing -
1988 - 1991
Cardinal Spellman
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