Fernando Martinez, MPA
Associate Director, Workforce Training Fund - Express Program at Commonwealth Corporation- Claim this Profile
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Jeremy Brodeur
In the quasi-public space that Fernando and I inhabited, leaders are asked to wear many hats, and Fernando wears each one incredibly well! He's a masterful facilitator, a systems-thinking strategist, a patient coach, and an empathetic advocate who is passionately committed to making a lasting impact on the communities he serves. Fernando is skilled at making hard concepts easy to understand, hard topics approachable, and hard conversations constructive. When I think of the best examples of public servants committed to their constituents, Fernando is in the top tier. I recommend him without reservation!
Jeremy Brodeur
In the quasi-public space that Fernando and I inhabited, leaders are asked to wear many hats, and Fernando wears each one incredibly well! He's a masterful facilitator, a systems-thinking strategist, a patient coach, and an empathetic advocate who is passionately committed to making a lasting impact on the communities he serves. Fernando is skilled at making hard concepts easy to understand, hard topics approachable, and hard conversations constructive. When I think of the best examples of public servants committed to their constituents, Fernando is in the top tier. I recommend him without reservation!
Jeremy Brodeur
In the quasi-public space that Fernando and I inhabited, leaders are asked to wear many hats, and Fernando wears each one incredibly well! He's a masterful facilitator, a systems-thinking strategist, a patient coach, and an empathetic advocate who is passionately committed to making a lasting impact on the communities he serves. Fernando is skilled at making hard concepts easy to understand, hard topics approachable, and hard conversations constructive. When I think of the best examples of public servants committed to their constituents, Fernando is in the top tier. I recommend him without reservation!
Jeremy Brodeur
In the quasi-public space that Fernando and I inhabited, leaders are asked to wear many hats, and Fernando wears each one incredibly well! He's a masterful facilitator, a systems-thinking strategist, a patient coach, and an empathetic advocate who is passionately committed to making a lasting impact on the communities he serves. Fernando is skilled at making hard concepts easy to understand, hard topics approachable, and hard conversations constructive. When I think of the best examples of public servants committed to their constituents, Fernando is in the top tier. I recommend him without reservation!
Credentials
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Cybersecurity at Work
LinkedInAug, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
How to Handle Poor Performers
LinkedInAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Performance Management: Setting Goals and Managing Performance
LinkedInAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Using Feedback to Drive Performance
LinkedInAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Transformational DEI Certificate
Greater Boston Chamber of CommerceOct, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Learning Design Thinking
LinkedInSep, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management Simplified
LinkedInAug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
BEST Plus (English oral proficiency exam)
Center for Applied LinguisticsNov, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
TESOL Best Practices
World Learning/School of International TrainingSep, 2013- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Commonwealth Corporation
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate Director, Workforce Training Fund - Express Program
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Nov 2021 - Present
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Program Manager, Workforce Training Fund
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Jul 2020 - Nov 2021
• Manages a portfolio of over 70 Workforce Training Fund Program grants amounting to morethan $7 million in public funds• Negotiates grant agreements with an average award value of over $133,000• Forges and stewards partnerships with private companies to support the training and development of their employees• Spearheaded the adaptation of project management software to increase team efficiency
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Massachusetts Nonprofit Network (MNN)
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing and Communications Manager
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Jun 2017 - Jul 2020
Managed communications initiatives across every aspect of the Massachusetts Nonprofit Network (MNN). Drawing from my background in nonprofit communications, education, and community outreach, I supported and promoted MNN’s nonprofit and affiliate members and elevate public awareness of the state’s robust nonprofit sector within key constituencies. Managed communications initiatives across every aspect of the Massachusetts Nonprofit Network (MNN). Drawing from my background in nonprofit communications, education, and community outreach, I supported and promoted MNN’s nonprofit and affiliate members and elevate public awareness of the state’s robust nonprofit sector within key constituencies.
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English for New Bostonians
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Operations and Communications Coordinator
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Jul 2014 - Jun 2017
Coordinated public and business outreach on behalf of English for New Bostonians and its English Works Campaign, incorporating website management and social media strategies. Provided accounting and human resource management. Grew ENB's Tutors for New Bostonians initiative, connecting Boston immigrants with highly qualified and trained ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) tutors to improve their English speaking abilities in pursuit of their professional and personal goals. Coordinated public and business outreach on behalf of English for New Bostonians and its English Works Campaign, incorporating website management and social media strategies. Provided accounting and human resource management. Grew ENB's Tutors for New Bostonians initiative, connecting Boston immigrants with highly qualified and trained ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) tutors to improve their English speaking abilities in pursuit of their professional and personal goals.
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English for New Bostonians; Educational Development Group
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Greater Boston Area
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Tutor Coordinator; Teaching Assistant
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Aug 2013 - Jul 2014
Instructed weekly ESOL classes at a senior citizen community. Provided in-class teaching support and individualized tutoring for adults learning English. Instructed weekly ESOL classes at a senior citizen community. Provided in-class teaching support and individualized tutoring for adults learning English.
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Democrats for Education Reform
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United States
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Public Policy Offices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Field Organizer
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Jun 2013 - Aug 2013
Canvassed Boston neighborhoods, connecting with registered voters and sharing information on education reform efforts. Canvassed Boston neighborhoods, connecting with registered voters and sharing information on education reform efforts.
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Match Education
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Match Corps Tutor
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Aug 2012 - Jul 2013
Tutored high school students in writing and reading skills and advised them on academic matters. Built cross-cultural relationships between their families and the school to ensure students' success. Tutored high school students in writing and reading skills and advised them on academic matters. Built cross-cultural relationships between their families and the school to ensure students' success.
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Fulton Theatre
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Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States
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Teaching Intern
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Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
I served as an assistant to a professional actress and a choreographer in the operation of a summer-long acting workshop for middle and high school students. I helped the students sharpen their theatrical skills and expertise and helped to facilitate their creation of a student-written and -performed piece at the end of the session. I served as an assistant to a professional actress and a choreographer in the operation of a summer-long acting workshop for middle and high school students. I helped the students sharpen their theatrical skills and expertise and helped to facilitate their creation of a student-written and -performed piece at the end of the session.
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Fulton Theatre
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Lancaster, Pennsylvania Area
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Stagehand
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May 2010 - Aug 2010
Worked in conjunction with professional actors and production specialists on over 40 successful runs of The Fulton Theatre’s production of "Phantom!" Organized and moved props and scenery pieces during live runs and rehearsals of the production. Worked in conjunction with professional actors and production specialists on over 40 successful runs of The Fulton Theatre’s production of "Phantom!" Organized and moved props and scenery pieces during live runs and rehearsals of the production.
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Education
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Northeastern University
Master of Public Administration (MPA) -
Franklin & Marshall College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, Theater