Carla DeBose
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Dynamic and passionate leader with over 20 years of experience in leadership development, program management, and marketing across both profit and nonprofit sectors. Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaborative relationships that enhance organizational effectiveness. Highly skilled in problem-solving and navigating complex challenges, I excel at empowering teams to achieve their goals and deliver impactful results. Committed to leveraging my expertise to inspire innovation and growth while cultivating a culture of excellence.
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Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Professional Development/Family Literacy
Technical College System of Georgia
09.2021 - Current
- Design and implement professional development programs by implementing innovative strategies and incorporating feedback from event participants, faculty and staff.
- Partner and collaborate with executive leadership to determine organizational priorities and align professional development initiatives accordingly.
- Identify and secure grant funding to support organizational programs that provide workforce development and training
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through assessments, surveys, and participant feedback to continuously improve offerings.
- Consistently monitor workforce and industry trends to ensure professional development initiatives are aligned with local workforce needs across the State of Georgia
- Provide leadership, training and organizational support to 22 community based literacy organizations.
Director of Professional Development & Transition
Technical College System of Georgia
03.2017 - 09.2021
- In conjunction with other professional development duties, developed and led the Career Service Coordinator role to support student support services
- Led the creation and implementation of Transition toolkits to be used by Career Services Specialist across the state, to support student transition
- Collaborated with instructional services and local workforce partners to create integrated programs to support adult education student transition to the workforce and post secondary education
Director, Instructional Services
Office of Adult Education, State of Georgia
01.2006 - 09.2021
- Led the creation of the Instructional Services Team by selecting, hiring and onboarding of new team to support adult education programs across the state of Georgia
- Managed the design and implementation of the State wide Assessment Policy and Procedures manual
- Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential partners to drive departmental and program success
- Created a high-performing team by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Vice President, Planning and Development, Strategic Marketing
Scholastic Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Collaborated closely with senior management to define and implement strategic initiatives and long-term goals that aligned with the company's vision and market demands.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement within the marketing department, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization, resulting in enhanced competitive positioning.
- Spearheaded the redesign of the corporate marketing website, enhancing user experience and optimizing content to better engage target audiences and improve conversion rates.
- Led diverse cross-functional teams in the successful completion of major projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational objectives, which increased operational efficiency and elevated client satisfaction levels.
- Managed the marketing budget effectively, allocating resources strategically to maximize ROI and support high-impact marketing initiatives.
Director of Marketing /Recruiting
American Express Financial Advisors
01.1998 - 01.2004
- Implemented a New Advisor College
- Relationship manager for major accounts
- Designed lead generation programs that expanded the AMEX brand.
Education
M.A. - Human Resources Development
St. Thomas University
Minneapolis, MNB.A. - Journalism
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Leadership Development
- Program Management
- Curriculum Design
- Community Engagement
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Communication Skills
- Grant Writing and Fundraising
- Budget Management
- Public Speaking and Facilitation
Selectedpresentations
- 2021 & 2022, Georgia 2 Gen Academy, Removing Barriers and Integrating Services Panel
- 2023, Southeast Regional ACE of Florida Conference, “Collaborate, Create, Conquer: Taking Adult Education to the Next Level.”
References
- Dr. Josephine Reed-Taylor, Former Deputy Commissioner, Technical College System of Georgia, (612) 802-2000
- Charita Boles, Executive Director, Grant Program Support Coordinator, (912) 660-3471
Timeline
Director of Professional Development/Family Literacy
Technical College System of Georgia
09.2021 - Current
Director of Professional Development & Transition
Technical College System of Georgia
03.2017 - 09.2021
Director, Instructional Services
Office of Adult Education, State of Georgia
01.2006 - 09.2021
Vice President, Planning and Development, Strategic Marketing
Scholastic Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2006
Director of Marketing /Recruiting
American Express Financial Advisors
01.1998 - 01.2004
B.A. - Journalism
Texas Christian University
M.A. - Human Resources Development
St. Thomas University
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