Experience

NFBPA - National Forum for Black Public Administrators
• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Member

  • Jan 2018 - Present

Neighborhoods USA
• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• Member

  • Jan 2018 - Present

UCF School of Public Administration
• United States
• Higher Education
• UCF Public Administration Advisory Board Member

  • Nov 2017 - Present


Florida City and County Management Association

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations

• Member

  • Feb 2016 - Present

  • Provides information on internships and networking opportunities to students through FCCMA. • Recruits and connect students with FCCMA. • Attends conferences, seminars and special meetings. • Collaborated with FCCMA Officers and the USF Student Chapter for academic year plans. • Provides information on internships and networking opportunities to students through FCCMA. • Recruits and connect students with FCCMA. • Attends conferences, seminars and special meetings. • Collaborated with FCCMA Officers and the USF Student Chapter for academic year plans.



City of Riviera Beach

• United States
• Government Administration
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Assistant To The City Manager

  • Nov 2019 - Apr 2022

  Special Program and Project Manager reporting to the City Manager; responsibilities include oversight of communication operations, working inter-departmentally to conduct projects and implement programs, such as the relocation of the Library and Youth Empowerment Program, assisting in filling vacant executive leadership positions, and acquiring a new uniform program for over 500 employees. Currently working to establish or revise a Metered Parking Ordinance and Program that may generate over $1 million/annually. Revised the City’s Ordinance on Special Events that was successfully approved by the City Council; developed a new Special Event Permitting Program and authored the new Special Events Policy and Procedural Manual. Revised and recommended, to the City Council, an improved policy on the implementation of a $90,000 Community Benefits Program they were responsible for. Partnered with an Urban Development Advisor to develop and implement a 4-part Reimagine Riviera Beach community workshop series to obtain community feedback on a potentially $300-500 million facility reconstruction plan; Implemented the Citizens Leadership Academy with 25 participating residents; Implemented the Annual Community Values Survey, obtaining over 1,500 responses and analyzing and presenting data and key findings to the City Council for decision-making during the budget sessions. Launched a new City website and developed a content management system for all departments; hired a new Public Information Officer, developed a communications policy, and established a crisis communications program, developed and published content through the regular electronic newsletter, social media, and the City Website; acquired the new CodeRED emergency notification system and obtained approximately 10,000 contacts through outreach activities; Successfully branded the City's CIP as " Reimagine Riviera Beach". Show less



Be Strong International, Board of Directors

• Chair

  • Jun 2017 - Sep 2021

  Be Strong International, is a nonprofit organization based in South Florida, that focuses on helping others build healthy relationships, thriving families and stronger communities. We've existed for 25 years, reaching over 200,000 people. We provide services and programs to schools and the faith-based communities by holding events, workshops and various other services as a way to address issues of dating , peer pressure, risky sexual behavior and so much more. Also, we offer parenting services, financial literacy services and a plethora of others as a wholistic approach of addressing challenges of the communities we serve. As a member of the Board of Directors, I ensure the organization's prosperity by collectively directing the organization affairs, while meeting the appropriate interests of its stakeholders. I am also the spokesperson for the board and I am responsible for clarifying board roles, organize and oversee committees and subcommittees, develop the effectiveness of the board and plan board meetings. In addition we oversee over $1 million in funds and are in process of raising $75,000 towards programs and services this year to reach over 2,000 students in South Florida.. Show less



City of Fort Lauderdale

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Program Management

  • Feb 2019 - Oct 2019

  Managing and developing an innovative and collaborative court program to positively impact the homeless community entering the local court system through municipal violations. This is being accomplished through the support of the Center for Court Innovation, NY, with grant funding through the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). I manage the program grant while overseeing all program operations to include support staff of 6 people and working in partnership with other court personnel, such as judges, attorneys, case Managers, etc. Furthermore I manage partnerships with 16 different social service agencies and conduct various grant activities towards the development of the program. With over 80 cases seen within a seven-month period, and over 20 successful cases, Community Court is making a name for its self during this early stage of development. As an administrator for this program, my collaboration with the County Courthouse, the County Government, the City of Fort Lauderdale and various other agencies is crucial to the overall success of Community Court. Show less

• ICMA Local Government/Senior Management Fellow

  • Jun 2017 - Feb 2019

  CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE Core Competencies: *Process Improvement*Budget Management* Program Management & Development*Project Management*Team-building & Leadership *Oral & Written Communication*Inter-agency * Departmental Collaboration* Research & AnalysisAs a Senior Management Fellow, I manage both programs and departmental projects. Namely, I have had the honor to work in the realm of civic engagement and participation by running five programs in the Office of Neighbor Support. I engage with our residents and manage community programs that serves the interest of the community. Ultimately I want our residents to know that there are ways in which they can positively contribute to their neighborhoods, my job is to make sure they are aware of the options and to encourage them to participate. In addition, I am currently developing an additional program to assist with the City's storm water infrastructure which will create an opportunity for residents to be part of the solution.As a project manager I work across various departments, to include Human Resources, Finance, Police, the City Manager's Office, Transportation & Mobility and the Department of Sustainable Development to implement initiatives of priority to our commission and senior management. I assist managers with carrying forward projects of various kinds through time management, coordination, analysis and collaboration with those in and outside of the organization. From developing/revising policies to researching and implementing services via public-private partnerships, I am like a jack-of-all-trades. As an inspiring City Manager, I desire to be a part of the continual progression local government is experiencing. As times change, so will local government practices as it relates to services and how we deal with human resources ( recruitment and retention). I look forward to seeing how my interest for innovation and "next practices" will shape the future of the communities I will serve. Show less



Take Stock in Children of Broward County

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Mentor

  • Oct 2017 - Jun 2018

  Mentoring a high school student at a local Broward County Public school on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. This opportunity allows me to inspire a teen to succeed in their personal endeavors by counseling them in their journey. Mentoring a high school student at a local Broward County Public school on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. This opportunity allows me to inspire a teen to succeed in their personal endeavors by counseling them in their journey.



UCF School of Public Administration Student Leadership Council

• Member

  • Sep 2016 - May 2017

  • Provide valuable insight about student needs and interests at monthly meetings • Collaborate with student leaders on semester activities for students within UCF SPA. • Collaborate with the SPA Experiential learning Coordinator to develop plans for student participation and engagement with SPA and student organizations. • Provide valuable insight about student needs and interests at monthly meetings • Collaborate with student leaders on semester activities for students within UCF SPA. • Collaborate with the SPA Experiential learning Coordinator to develop plans for student participation and engagement with SPA and student organizations.



American Society for Public Administration

• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Graduate Affairs Coordinator

  • Sep 2015 - May 2017

  • Recruits graduate students; Plan and implemented recruitment strategies via online communication and events. • Provided valuable input at executive board meetings and served as representative for graduate students. • Plans student networking events to promote public administration careers. • Contact public sector professionals for networking events with students; increasing student job prospects. • Recruits graduate students; Plan and implemented recruitment strategies via online communication and events. • Provided valuable input at executive board meetings and served as representative for graduate students. • Plans student networking events to promote public administration careers. • Contact public sector professionals for networking events with students; increasing student job prospects.



International City/County Management Association Student Chapter at UCF

• President

  • Sep 2015 - May 2017

  ICMA Student Chapter at the University of Central Florida ( UCF) is a pre-professional student organization that strives to create excellence in local governance by developing students into public sector professionals. This will be accomplished through professional development, community outreach and teamwork. Like us on Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/icmaucf/ -• Manages the operational flow; increased membership by 94% within 6 months • Facilitates presentations at executive board meetings and events. • Assists all officers with duties; provides clarification of roles. • Oversees Marketing & Recruitment: Manages webpage/social media accounts. • Oversees funding; Sought and directed funds of over $1,500 for activities. • Gain, maintain and build relationships with alumni, faculty, staff, local government leaders, and affiliated organizations. • Encourage and inspire students towards local government management careers through meetings, electronic communication and class presentations. • Provides students with professional development opportunities: such as internship, networking and resume/interview readiness opportunities. • Provides weekly local government news and job postings. Show less



Orange County Facilities Management

• Project Coordinator, Graduate Intern

  • Oct 2015 - Feb 2017

  • Updated Division Guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures. • Experience with use of governmental financial system such as CGI Advantage • Completed delivery order requests and other procurement related forms • Created excel spreadsheets to assist with monitoring of contracts. • Created contract bid sheets of over 300 line items • Modified and updated contract specifications • Attended pre-bid and contract award meetings with internal client and contractors • Completed contract and contractor evaluation form • Reports to Project Coordinator; performs administrative projects/programs/monthly reports. • Inspected County general purpose vehicles; ensured vehicles were properly maintained. • Generated 15+ reports for supervisory staff; provided monthly updates of programs. • Created training surveys, analyzed and presented results. Helped management obtain feedback from 150 employees. • HR liaison; assists with training & development/performance evaluations/interview packets. • Scheduled all job fairs/purchased promotional items/create flyers for recruitment program. • Revamps PBI questions/essay/scoring criteria for 27 positions to ensure fairness. • Performed 24 internship interviews for three career fields; ensured quality intern applicants. • Created “first ever” strategic plan; saved $90K in consultant fees. • Coordinated quarterly staff meetings for 150 employees including location/guest speakers. • Provides insightful ideas at the Safety/Refresh/Training & Development Team meetings. • Educated 60 technical students on preparing for an interview/online application process. • Prepared 100+ directional maps of emergency feeding locations for 32 facilities vehicles. • Completed 100+ WellWorks membership application; improved response time by 75%. • Led the division’s “first ever” organizational motto. • Assisted in writing and entering Facilities Management into the 2016 Facilities Maintenance Decisions Achievement Awards, of which they have been awarded. Show less