Experience

Black Professionals Network

• United States
• Professional Training and Coaching
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Founder and CEO

  • May 2014 - Present

  Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area Founder and CEO of Black Professionals Network created following the successful development of the Black Professionals Summit (2014). Responsible for building an organization, laying out the foundation, and carrying out the mission statement of the group. Black Professionals Network ("BPN") is a 501(c)3 membership-based non-profit organization. Known for its award-winning annual Black Professionals Summit conference ("BPSummit") held annually in Miami, Florida. The organization serves to foster… Show more Founder and CEO of Black Professionals Network created following the successful development of the Black Professionals Summit (2014). Responsible for building an organization, laying out the foundation, and carrying out the mission statement of the group. Black Professionals Network ("BPN") is a 501(c)3 membership-based non-profit organization. Known for its award-winning annual Black Professionals Summit conference ("BPSummit") held annually in Miami, Florida. The organization serves to foster leadership skills in aspiring, emerging, and excelling black professionals. Throughout the year, members gain access, resources, and discounts to programming and events with the mission to boost their career profile and lifestyle goals. As former Miami President managed the following: Lead and supervise ten board members, 12 program coordinators, and five executive directors. Managing the performance of the team, setting strategic goals monthly, quarterly, and yearly. Provide a process to streamline reporting and dissemination of information through innovative solutions and software. Created six professional development programs focused on career, entrepreneurship, housing, financial literacy, politics, and mentorship and supervised a team of coordinators and volunteers to consistently hold three to four events and workshops each month. Show less



Venture Miami

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Advisor

  • Dec 2021 - Present

  Miami, Florida, United States As of December 2021, she was announced by Mayor Francis Suarez as the Director of the Venture Miami Opportunity Program, housed at FIU’s Office of Engagement as part of the novel partnership between City of Miami and Florida International University. She serves as a critical connector, alongside the Venture Miami team, by connecting women entrepreneurs of color with investors, venture capitalists, and resources in #MiamiTech. The Venture Miami Opportunity Program as supported by Mayor… Show more As of December 2021, she was announced by Mayor Francis Suarez as the Director of the Venture Miami Opportunity Program, housed at FIU’s Office of Engagement as part of the novel partnership between City of Miami and Florida International University. She serves as a critical connector, alongside the Venture Miami team, by connecting women entrepreneurs of color with investors, venture capitalists, and resources in #MiamiTech. The Venture Miami Opportunity Program as supported by Mayor Francis Suarez is housed at FIU’s Office of Engagement as part of the novel partnership between the City of Miami and Florida International University. The program works alongside the Venture Miami team, by connecting women entrepreneurs of color with investors, venture capitalists, and resources in #MiamiTech. Show less



FIU Community

• United States
• Higher Education

• Director, Venture Miami Opportunity Program

  • Dec 2021 - Jun 2023

  Miami, Florida, United States As of December 2021, she was announced by Mayor Francis Suarez as the Director of the Venture Miami Opportunity Program, housed at FIU’s Office of Engagement as part of the novel partnership between the City of Miami and Florida International University. She serves as a critical connector, alongside the Venture Miami team, by connecting women entrepreneurs of color with investors, venture capitalists, and resources in #MiamiTech. The Venture Miami Opportunity Program as supported by… Show more As of December 2021, she was announced by Mayor Francis Suarez as the Director of the Venture Miami Opportunity Program, housed at FIU’s Office of Engagement as part of the novel partnership between the City of Miami and Florida International University. She serves as a critical connector, alongside the Venture Miami team, by connecting women entrepreneurs of color with investors, venture capitalists, and resources in #MiamiTech. The Venture Miami Opportunity Program as supported by Mayor Francis Suarez is housed at FIU’s Office of Engagement as part of the novel partnership between the City of Miami and Florida International University. The program works alongside the Venture Miami team, by connecting women entrepreneurs of color with investors, venture capitalists, and resources in #MiamiTech. Show less



Minority Business Development Agency - U.S. Department of Commerce

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Consultant

  • Nov 2018 - Mar 2021

  Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area Operated by the Florida State Minority Supplier Diversity Council (FSMSDC) is the operator of the Minority Business Development Agency’s Orlando and Miami Business Centers. The Centers deliver business consulting services to minority-owned firms (MBEs), providing them with increased access to public and private sector contracting opportunities, financing and capital investment. My role is to develop and fine tune their business models by creating sound infrastructures that balance legal… Show more Operated by the Florida State Minority Supplier Diversity Council (FSMSDC) is the operator of the Minority Business Development Agency’s Orlando and Miami Business Centers. The Centers deliver business consulting services to minority-owned firms (MBEs), providing them with increased access to public and private sector contracting opportunities, financing and capital investment. My role is to develop and fine tune their business models by creating sound infrastructures that balance legal principles and operational sustainability in each company’s industries. In addition, formulate marketing plans and strategies to identify, attract and retain ideal clients while building strong digital brand impressions. Furthermore, assist minority firms with obtaining large-scale contracts and financial transactions; accessing corporate supply chains; facilitating joint ventures, teaming arrangements, mergers and acquisitions; conducting export transactions; and performing minority business advocacy. The Centers helped minority businesses with more than $370 million in transactions and the creation of more than 1000 new jobs. Overall duties include: • Conduct organizational assessments of businesses and implement action plans • Develop loan package for local banks, alternative financing entities, and venture capital firms • Secure financial transactions for minority-owned businesses • Secure procurement opportunities for MBEs • Conduct assessments of the high-growth capacity of minority-owned businesses • Develop KPI assessments for MBEs to increase levels of performance and productivity • Gather monthly tracking and reporting of performance metrics. • Provide training for MBEs • Report monthly tracking and performances metrics • Advocate on behalf of MBEs Show less



Miami-Dade County Public Schools

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Administrative Policy Clerk to Board Member, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall

  • Sep 2014 - Jan 2017

  Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area I began this position initially as an intern and my value was quickly assessed and upon graduating law school was offered a full-time position in March 2015 and became Senior Staffer in October 2015 where I am lead in managing the staff and affairs of the office. As a political aide I have to utilize a multitude of skills that include research, writing, lobbying, organizing, and brand design and marketing. A fast paced district with multi-layered issues this exposed me to the relationships of… Show more I began this position initially as an intern and my value was quickly assessed and upon graduating law school was offered a full-time position in March 2015 and became Senior Staffer in October 2015 where I am lead in managing the staff and affairs of the office. As a political aide I have to utilize a multitude of skills that include research, writing, lobbying, organizing, and brand design and marketing. A fast paced district with multi-layered issues this exposed me to the relationships of public and private sectors. Our office is instrumental in the development of the ‘Small Business Enterprise’ program and pushing the policy guidelines for minority and women business owners. This became useful to learn the relationship with businesses and small governments and hone viable knowledge in this area. My job responsibilities thus also include assisting the Office of Economic Opportunities in connecting businesses and individuals (specifically in District 2) with opportunities in the school system. Recruiting strategic partners within the community and aligning them to schools and programs. Additionally, manage staff and day to day operations of the office; such as procurement/purchasing, travel and budget. Show less



Greenspoon Marder LLP

• United States
• Law Practice
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Law Clerk

  • Aug 2013 - Jan 2014

  Cypress Creek, Florida Clerkship program: learned the intrinsic details of the foreclosure process primarily through the side of the Plaintiff. Assisted in the management of 500+ sub-prime foreclosure accounts for multiple clients. Monitored foreclosure process alongside a team of high-level attorneys and support staff. Formulated documents and spreadsheets to aide in the analysis and tracking of the litigation, trial and post-judgment practice. Executed affidavits, motion for summary and final judgment packets… Show more Clerkship program: learned the intrinsic details of the foreclosure process primarily through the side of the Plaintiff. Assisted in the management of 500+ sub-prime foreclosure accounts for multiple clients. Monitored foreclosure process alongside a team of high-level attorneys and support staff. Formulated documents and spreadsheets to aide in the analysis and tracking of the litigation, trial and post-judgment practice. Executed affidavits, motion for summary and final judgment packets, docket retrieval, hearing setting, and maintaining “Service Members Civil Relief Act (SCRA)” compliances. Organize, file and draft pertinent client matters and correspondences with professionalism and confidentially. Skillful in Perfect Practice Case Management, 3E Live, Loan Processing Service (LPS) and Serengeti platforms. Show less



Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. United States Federal Courthouse

• United States
• Government Administration

• Judicial Intern

  • Jan 2013 - May 2013

  Oversaw various criminal and civil trials. Performed comprehensive research for a myriad of legal issues for federal magistrate and clerk. Maintained an internal database of sensitive information and provided issue specific reports.



Florida International University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Admissions Assistant Counselor

  • Jun 2010 - Mar 2013

  Miami, FL Advise interested prospective and returning students about Florida International University's admission requirements, policies and procedures Conduct university presentations, showcasing the Biscayne Bay Campus (918,514 sq.ft) Record, input and file all admission and enrollment services documents Basic secretarial duties and advanced copy machine handling such as collating, copying, and scanning

• President of Black Student Union

  • Jun 2009 - Jun 2010

  *Manage all aspects of day-to-day operations of the Black Student Union *Served as Founding President of the 1st University-Wide standing council *Chairperson of the Coalition of Black Organizational Leaders, advisory board, oversee the duties of 30 independent on campus organizations *Increased membership from 30-50 members to 330 active members within one academic semester *Oversee the duties over 30 officers *Oversee a budget of… Show more *Manage all aspects of day-to-day operations of the Black Student Union *Served as Founding President of the 1st University-Wide standing council *Chairperson of the Coalition of Black Organizational Leaders, advisory board, oversee the duties of 30 independent on campus organizations *Increased membership from 30-50 members to 330 active members within one academic semester *Oversee the duties over 30 officers *Oversee a budget of $45,000 *Organization in its first year during tenure as President won Outstanding Shining Star Organization of the Year Award

• Student Services Assistant

  • Sep 2005 - Jun 2010

  *Answer Phone Calls pertaining to Admission, Financial Aid, Transcripts & Registration questions *File & Organize Documents *Basic secretarial duties for Supervisor

• Vice President of Student Government

  • Jun 2008 - Jun 2009

  *Served as President of the Senate, led the complete restructuring of the internal body of Student Government Association, implementing the State of Florida standard of governing laws known as statutes *Oversaw the duties of the legislative committee chairs within the Senate, and began the process of codifying Senate bylaws to be written and practiced *Served as one of the executive leadership members on the University-Wide Council of Student Government Association *Served… Show more *Served as President of the Senate, led the complete restructuring of the internal body of Student Government Association, implementing the State of Florida standard of governing laws known as statutes *Oversaw the duties of the legislative committee chairs within the Senate, and began the process of codifying Senate bylaws to be written and practiced *Served as one of the executive leadership members on the University-Wide Council of Student Government Association *Served as voting member and aided in the delegation of a $10 million budget



United States Students Association

• South East Regional Chair & Vice Chair of the National People of Color Student Coalition

  • Aug 2007 - Aug 2009

  Vice Chair of the National People of Color Student Coalition (2008-2009): * Aide the Chair in the national goals of the organization & coalition *Aided the DREAM Act campaign on a national level *Lobby on behalf of students for government action towards higher education on the state Southeast Regional Chair (2007-2008): *Lobbied on behalf of students nationwide on higher education but with a specific interest to the needs of the southeastern… Show more Vice Chair of the National People of Color Student Coalition (2008-2009): * Aide the Chair in the national goals of the organization & coalition *Aided the DREAM Act campaign on a national level *Lobby on behalf of students for government action towards higher education on the state Southeast Regional Chair (2007-2008): *Lobbied on behalf of students nationwide on higher education but with a specific interest to the needs of the southeastern region *Increased membership to an additional two active universities within the region and aided in the efforts of solidifying FIU’s presence within the organization *Met with Senators and Representatives on the federal and state level to advocate the student campaign towards higher education *Facilitated workshops on the powers of lobbying and setting a political agenda Show less



Barnes & Noble, Inc.

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Customer Service Representative

  • Jul 2005 - Sep 2006

  Sales Clerk for University Bookstore