Akilah Rosado
Brooklyn
Summary
Dynamic and visionary leader with a proven track record in strategic planning and effective management, driving organizations toward success. Expertise in building cohesive teams, fostering innovation, and enhancing operational efficiency to meet business objectives. Demonstrated ability to transform challenges into opportunities while advancing educational excellence through impactful leadership.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Transformation Officer
Relay Graduate School of Education
New York
11.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded strategic plan development and execution, creating institutional impact and innovation teams to drive long-term sustainability.
- Designed accountability frameworks to evaluate progress against strategic goals.
- Fostered collaboration, leading to more cohesive and streamlined processes.
- Implemented oversight initiatives that contributed to a 20% increase in executive effectiveness and operational sustainability.
- Identified potential risks associated with transformation projects; developed mitigation strategies to reduce impact on organization objectives.
- Administered daily processes by maintaining information integrity and verifying thecompleteness of established procedures.
- Actively participated in budgeting process; allocated resources efficiently based on priorities.
- Analyzed current operations, identified areas of improvement, and collaborated with stakeholders to develop innovative solutions.
- Provided executive leadership and guidance on complex organizational change initiatives across multiple departments.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Engaged key stakeholders in developing a shared vision for the company's future direction and strategy.
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures; updated as needed based on changing business needs.
- Managed cross-functional teams in the design and implementation of process improvements that increased organizational effectiveness.
- Established effective communication channels between all levels of the organization to ensure alignment on strategic objectives.
- Created an integrated system for tracking progress against goals, measuring performance, and identifying areas for further improvement.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Chief Equity Officer
Relay Graduate School of Education
New York
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Designed and executed comprehensive strategy ensuring 90% alignment with core mission objectives over a five-year timeline.
- Enabled cross-functional cooperation to achieve mission and values consistency.
- Developed targeted equity strategies through cross-functional teamwork, achieving a 40% rise in stakeholder participation.
- Integrated diversity and anti-racism principles into central operations and policies.
- Directed the transformation of organizational practices to ensure long-term sustainability and impact.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Facilitated training sessions for new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Led crisis management efforts to resolve issues promptly and efficiently.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats.
- Coordinated with legal counsel to ensure organizational compliance.
- Represented the organization at external events and conferences.
- Led training and development programs to enhance team skills and performance.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects to achieve company objectives.
- Managed team of professionals to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Directed strategic planning and implementation of organizational goals.
- Championed innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Vice President, Governance, Social Justice, Equity, & Inclusion
Bank Street College of Education
New York
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Enhanced overall climate by implementing institution-wide equity programs, benefiting over 75% of employees.
- Directed the formulation of strategic plans based on data analysis to pinpoint essential enhancements, securing a three-year plan aligned with organizational objectives and improving alignment by 50%.
- Led the creation and development of affinity groups and a Social Justice and Equity Committee and fostered dialogue on critical issues.
- Conducted in-depth training sessions to equip more than 500 personnel with thenecessary tools and knowledge for equity-driven projects.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
- Advised senior executives on approaches for resolving complex issues impacting operations.
- Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
- Created effective communication strategies between management team members and employees at all levels of the organization.
- Collaborated with executive team members on major decisions regarding company-wide initiatives.
Vice President, Governance/Community Engagement
Bank Street College of Education
New York
06.2015 - 07.2020
- Revitalized the college's governance framework, ensuring effective communication between the President, Board of Trustees, and key organizational stakeholders, resulting in a 30% improvement in stakeholder satisfaction
- Developed and facilitated cross-campus initiatives to strengthen community engagement, improving relationships between the institution and its external partners, leading to a 20% increase in partnership collaborations
- Played a key role in the evolution of governance policies, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering transparency throughout the organization, boosting policy compliance by 40%
- Managed the college’s internal communications strategy, improving cohesion and collaboration across departments, contributing to a 15% increase in overall team productivity
Chief of Staff & Assistant Secretary to Board
Bank Street College of Education
New York
09.2009 - 06.2015
- Orchestrated the operational support for the Board of Trustees, ensuring smooth governance processes and enhanced board effectiveness, improving board meeting efficiency by 25%
- Coordinated high-level communications for President, streamlining organizational messaging and increasing external alignment, resulting in a 30% improvement in stakeholder communication satisfaction
- Managed the development of governance documents, policies, and procedures, establishing a strong foundation for institutional decision-making, increasing policy adherence by 35%
Government/Community Relations Specialist
Economic Development Corporation
New York
06.2009 - 09.2009
- Served as the primary liaison between the organization and key governmental, community, and corporate stakeholders, enhancing relationships and promoting transparency in development efforts, increasing stakeholder engagement by 40%
- Managed community outreach initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while minimizing opposition to development projects, reducing community opposition by 20%
- Provided counsel to leadership on community engagement best practices, resulting in a 25% faster project approval process
Partner/Project Associate
Public Strategies Group
New York
06.2006 - 06.2009
- Developed and executed performance management systems for government agencies, significantly improving operational efficiency and service delivery, reducing processing time by 30%
- Facilitated organizational change processes, resulting in streamlined business operations and enhanced internal collaboration, increasing cross-departmental efficiency by 25%
- Worked closely with senior leadership to implement performance metrics, achieving measurable improvements in service quality and organizational effectiveness, improving service quality by 20%
Various Roles including Legislative Analyst, Director of Constituent Affairs, Chief of Staff
New York State Assembly
New York
12.1996 - 01.2005
- Supported elected officials by providing strategic advice and managing legislative initiatives, resulting in effective representation of constituent interests, increasing constituent satisfaction by 15%
- Coordinated constituent outreach efforts, ensuring responsiveness and fostering strong community relationships, improving outreach response rates by 35%
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Leadership for Change
Fielding Graduate University
Santa Barbara, CA05-2025
Master of Education (MEd) - Leadership for Change
Fielding Graduate University
Santa Barbara, CA05-2024
Master of Philosophy - Urban and Public Policy
Milano, The New School For Urban Policy And Management
New York, NY05-2021
Master of Science - Urban Policy and Management
Milano, The New School For Urban Policy And Management
New York, NY05-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Purchase College, State University of New York
Purchase, NY05-1995
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Data analysis
- Risk Mitigation Strategies
- Strategic Leadership
- Project Execution
- Innovative Leadership
- Organizational Structure Development
- Professional Development
- Design Thinking
- Visionary Planning
- Collaborative Team Leadership
- Process Improvement Recommendations
- Engaging Presentation Skills
- Operational Management
- Professional Development
- Effective Team Coordination
- Process Optimization
- Systematic Organization
- Strategic Executive Leadership
- Crisis Response Communication
- Leadership Continuity Planning
- Organizational Development Expertise
- Change Initiative Leadership
- Systems Design
- Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management
- Strategic Policy Development and Regulatory Framework Design
- Inclusive Workplace Initiatives
- Leadership Coaching
Facilitation And Workshops
- Leading workshops on organizational change, cultural competency and leadership development.
- Experienced in training faculty, staff and leaders on diversity, equity and inclusion practices as well as systems design for organizational improvement.
- Established and nurtured affinity groups and a Social Justice and Equity Committee, ensuring ongoing dialogue and progress on critical issues related to diversity and inclusion, engaging 100+ employees.
- Delivered comprehensive training programs for over 500 faculty and staff, equipping them with the tools and knowledge to drive equity-focused initiatives within their respective areas, reaching a 90% participation rate.
Publications And Engagements
- Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute at Rutgers University: Race & Educational Disparities
- Bank Street College of Education: A History of Race in the United States
- Black Lives Matter in Schools: Race & Gender: Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools
- Contributor on topics such as Race & Gender in Education, Anti-Blackness in the Latinx Community, and more.
- Peer Review: Journal of Trauma & Dissociation, Vol. 21, Issue 5, 2020
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chief Transformation Officer
Relay Graduate School of Education
11.2022 - Current
Chief Equity Officer
Relay Graduate School of Education
09.2021 - 11.2022
Vice President, Governance, Social Justice, Equity, & Inclusion
Bank Street College of Education
07.2020 - 08.2021
Vice President, Governance/Community Engagement
Bank Street College of Education
06.2015 - 07.2020
Chief of Staff & Assistant Secretary to Board
Bank Street College of Education
09.2009 - 06.2015
Government/Community Relations Specialist
Economic Development Corporation
06.2009 - 09.2009
Partner/Project Associate
Public Strategies Group
06.2006 - 06.2009
Various Roles including Legislative Analyst, Director of Constituent Affairs, Chief of Staff
New York State Assembly
12.1996 - 01.2005
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Leadership for Change
Fielding Graduate University
Master of Education (MEd) - Leadership for Change
Fielding Graduate University
Master of Philosophy - Urban and Public Policy
Milano, The New School For Urban Policy And Management
Master of Science - Urban Policy and Management
Milano, The New School For Urban Policy And Management
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Purchase College, State University of New York
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