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Adam Anthony
Open To Work

Adam Anthony

Nashville,TN

Summary

Leadership Development Strategist with 8+ years in educational leadership and organizational development. Proven expertise in program development and instructional design, delivering transformative leadership programs that enhance professional growth. Skilled in utilizing innovative educational technology and strategic planning to create impactful learning experiences and promote organizational excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Public Information Officer

Metro Nashville Government
Nashville, Tennessee
07.2025 - Current
  • Directed public information and community engagement strategy for Davidson County Criminal Court Clerk's Office.
  • Developed clear communications to enhance public understanding of court processes and services.
  • Established partnerships with community organizations and media outlets to boost awareness of court resources.

Educational Consultant

Tennessee Educators of Color Alliance
Nashville, Tennessee
08.2024 - 04.2025
  • Refined teaching methods in collaboration with educators to boost student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Enhanced relationships with educators, yielding measurable improvements in student performance.
  • Supported adoption of effective strategies, leading to increased student participation.

Executive Assistant to the Chief People Officer

Educational Media Foundation
Franklin, Tennessee
03.2024 - 01.2025
  • Developed comprehensive onboarding program, enhancing engagement by 30% within six months of hire.
  • Delivered over 10 leadership training sessions, boosting team effectiveness and cohesion.
  • Served as primary liaison between CPO and stakeholders, managing confidential communications.
  • Created project management tools to monitor strategic initiatives and organizational priorities.

Executive Assistant to Associate Vice Chancellors

Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tennessee
11.2021 - 03.2024
  • Elevated leadership capabilities through the design of impactful workshops.
  • Developed mentorship tools based on best practices to enhance efficiency in training.
  • Managed cross-functional projects to promote business education and enrich university programs.

Guest Lecturer, Family Planning in Social Work

Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, Tennessee
04.2023 - 05.2023
  • Delivered engaging lectures on family planning and social work to graduate students.
  • Facilitated discussions on identity, family systems, and community wellness.
  • Equipped students with practical tools to effectively serve diverse populations.

Operations & Administrative Leadership

Kroger, Project C.U.R.E, HCA Healthcare
Nashville, Tennessee
01.2016 - 10.2021
  • Directed teams of over 60 employees to optimize store operations and scheduling.
  • Achieved 85% customer satisfaction rating through effective service process management.
  • Trained and onboarded more than 100 volunteers and staff annually, enhancing retention across organizations.
  • Coordinated recruiting logistics at HCA Healthcare, including candidate communications and interview scheduling.
  • Streamlined supply chain processes, significantly increasing operational efficiency and reducing bottlenecks.
  • Developed mentorship tools based on best practices, improving staff development and team performance.

Education

DOCTOR OF EDUCATION (ED.D) - PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN, US

MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) - ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP

Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN, US

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT

The University of Evansville
Evansville, IN, US

Skills

  • Executive leadership and mentorship
  • Leadership development and coaching
  • Educational consulting and instructional design
  • Program development and strategic planning
  • Organizational development and training
  • Facilitation and capacity building

Volunteer Experience

  • Braven Leadership Coach, 2025-Present
  • Nashville Public Education Foundation Leadership Fellow, 2025
  • Vanderbilt University STEM-C Mentor, 2022-2023
  • tnAchieves Mentor, 2022-2023

References

Available upon request.

Interests

Mentoring

Volunteering

Hiking

Acting

Research

Timeline

Public Information Officer

Metro Nashville Government
07.2025 - Current

Educational Consultant

Tennessee Educators of Color Alliance
08.2024 - 04.2025

Executive Assistant to the Chief People Officer

Educational Media Foundation
03.2024 - 01.2025

Guest Lecturer, Family Planning in Social Work

Trevecca Nazarene University
04.2023 - 05.2023

Executive Assistant to Associate Vice Chancellors

Vanderbilt University
11.2021 - 03.2024

Operations & Administrative Leadership

Kroger, Project C.U.R.E, HCA Healthcare
01.2016 - 10.2021

DOCTOR OF EDUCATION (ED.D) - PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

Trevecca Nazarene University

MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) - ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP

Trevecca Nazarene University

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT

The University of Evansville