Ebonie Atkins
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Ebonie is a thinker, and doer, and all around great colleague. It was my pleasure to have Ebonie with us for almost two years as a graduate research assistant. She was also a student in my economic development studio class and works with me now as a volunteer in the American Planning Association's Economic Development Division. Ebonie has a stellar combination of hard analytical skills and a great talent for communication (written and verbal) that helps her connect research findings with an audience. As I look back on her time with us I'm struck by her ability to apply those talents to projects as diverse as local food systems, water recreation trails, unmanned aerial systems, and the restructuring of regional labor markets in Virginia's Coalfields. I look forward to more great work to come as her career develops at USDA-RD!
Ebonie is a thinker, and doer, and all around great colleague. It was my pleasure to have Ebonie with us for almost two years as a graduate research assistant. She was also a student in my economic development studio class and works with me now as a volunteer in the American Planning Association's Economic Development Division. Ebonie has a stellar combination of hard analytical skills and a great talent for communication (written and verbal) that helps her connect research findings with an audience. As I look back on her time with us I'm struck by her ability to apply those talents to projects as diverse as local food systems, water recreation trails, unmanned aerial systems, and the restructuring of regional labor markets in Virginia's Coalfields. I look forward to more great work to come as her career develops at USDA-RD!
Ebonie is a thinker, and doer, and all around great colleague. It was my pleasure to have Ebonie with us for almost two years as a graduate research assistant. She was also a student in my economic development studio class and works with me now as a volunteer in the American Planning Association's Economic Development Division. Ebonie has a stellar combination of hard analytical skills and a great talent for communication (written and verbal) that helps her connect research findings with an audience. As I look back on her time with us I'm struck by her ability to apply those talents to projects as diverse as local food systems, water recreation trails, unmanned aerial systems, and the restructuring of regional labor markets in Virginia's Coalfields. I look forward to more great work to come as her career develops at USDA-RD!
Ebonie is a thinker, and doer, and all around great colleague. It was my pleasure to have Ebonie with us for almost two years as a graduate research assistant. She was also a student in my economic development studio class and works with me now as a volunteer in the American Planning Association's Economic Development Division. Ebonie has a stellar combination of hard analytical skills and a great talent for communication (written and verbal) that helps her connect research findings with an audience. As I look back on her time with us I'm struck by her ability to apply those talents to projects as diverse as local food systems, water recreation trails, unmanned aerial systems, and the restructuring of regional labor markets in Virginia's Coalfields. I look forward to more great work to come as her career develops at USDA-RD!
Credentials
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How to Make Strategic Thinking a Habit
LinkedInFeb, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Henrico Economic Development Authority
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United States
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International Trade and Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Manager
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Sep 2020 - Present
I plan and direct business retention activities which include outreach to Henrico businesses to ensure their success in the County. I manage expansion projects for existing companies, leveraging resources to support their growth.
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Virginia Economic Development Partnership
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United States
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Government Administration
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100 - 200 Employee
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Business Investment Manager
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Sep 2018 - Aug 2020
As a business investment manager I stimulated the development and expansion of Virginia’s economy. I managed business expansion and relocation projects to attract companies in the technologies and corporate services industries, creating jobs and opportunity for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Workforce Business Analyst
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Apr 2017 - Sep 2018
- Analyze labor market data and workforce asset information for proposal documents to attract new business and create jobs in Virginia.- Assess programmatic processes and fiscal data for the Virginia Jobs Investment Program (VJIP).- Assist with strategic planning initiatives to further organizational efficiency and collaboration between VEDP and other state partners.- Provide economic development information to colleagues and partner organizations for inclusion in business proposals and policy documents.- Serve as an industry expert providing content for marketing materials and webpages to characterize Virginia’s value proposition in supplying the workforce needs of business.- Securely manage financial and incentive package information to maintain confidentiality during sensitive business expansion and relocation projects.
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USDA Rural Development
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Research And Policy Analyst
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Oct 2015 - Mar 2017
- Quantified the economic and community impact of USDA-RD funding allocated in Virginia to enhance the agency’s capacity for data-driven decision making, resource targeting, and communicating programmatic impact to partners and constituents.- Produced written materials (reports, presentations, maps, infographics) to convey USDA-RD housing, business, and community facilities investments in Virginia at the state, county, congressional district, and planning district level. Ensured materials were coherent and accessible to other federal agencies and departments, elected officials, community organizations and the public. - Supported the USDA-RD poverty targeting goal through data analysis. Provided tools and data that supported the prioritization of funding for high-need communities and illustrated investment trends in those areas. - Identified and utilized helpful data sources for better understanding the economic development needs of rural communities in Virginia. Maintained demographic and community indicators on rural localities within Virginia.
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Virginia Tech
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Research Assistant- Office of Economic Development
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Aug 2013 - Jul 2015
- Conducted research and analysis of employment, economic and demographic trends in counties throughout Virginia. Reviewed reported estimates, analysis and projections related to the work force, jobs, and economic development to provide strategies for improvement of local economies. - Worked collaboratively on team-based projects to prepare local, state, and national demographic profiles and employment outlook reports. Presented reports to OED director and staff to support recommendations in client-commissioned projects.- Synthesized industry and employment data from the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) and Standard Occupational Classification System (SOC) to identify past trends and future projections of economic conditions at local, state, and national levels.- Gathered community feedback and background information for OED deliverables. Organized and facilitated focus groups, stakeholder interviews, and public surveys for completion of community assessment portion of contracted office projects. Drafted comprehensive literature review of academic research on various topics to serve as a foundation for office reports.
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Calvin University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Program Coordinator for Multicultural Student Development
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Aug 2011 - Aug 2013
Consulted with academic departments, residence life, and other divisions to provide a network of support and case management for students facing emotional, financial, and relational crises. Developed engaging programming to educate students, faculty and staff on social justice and racial inequality. Recruited, trained, and supervised a team of 12-14 students, providing educational resources and personal development tools to fulfill leadership positions in the office.
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Assistant to the Dean for Multicultural Affairs
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Mar 2008 - Jul 2012
Successfully coordinated programs and created effective marketing strategies to promote anti-racism workshops and educational opportunities in support of the office mission. Managed multiple office projects simultaneously while maintaining quality results and meeting deadlines. Through committee membership, worked to build and maintain relationships with campus entities as well as community organizations in the City of Grand Rapids.
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National City Bank
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Banking
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700 & Above Employee
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Customer Service Specialist
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Nov 2006 - Feb 2008
Provided professional service when assisting customers with monetary transactions to maintain the confidentiality and efficiency needed to meet their banking needs. Discretely handled account discrepancies and negotiated resolutions. Traveled to area businesses to build banking relationships with Latino employees in an effort to create new clientele and revenue for the bank. Effectuated tasks to comply with audit standards and meet revenue goals.
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University of Michigan
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Student Services Assistant
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Mar 2005 - Apr 2006
Introduced new students to the Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs and its services and provided resources for planning campus events. Assisted with research and program planning for minority student events. Assisted in the maintenance of video library, Minority Student Organization Directory, and Financial Aid information files. Designed and maintained bi-weekly newsletter.
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Education
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Master of Urban and Regional Planning, Urban and Regional Planning -
2002 - 2006
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish
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