Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Passion Projects Leadership
Core Skills Strengths
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Christina Diabate

Avenel,New Jersey

Summary

Purpose-driven leader, program strategist, and data-informed problem solver with 10+ years of cross-sector experience spanning nonprofits, healthcare, community services, and corporate operations. Skilled in scaling impact, building powerful partnerships, and designing systems that transform lives. Known for leading with heart, empowering communities, and always getting results.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Analyst II

Elevance Health
Iselin, New Jersey
01.2022 - 08.2025
  • Translated business needs into operational insights using dashboards, trend reports, and data visualizations.
  • Optimized internal workflows across departments, reducing inefficiencies and improving program outcomes.
  • Supported strategic planning and decision-making through cross-functional collaboration and KPI tracking.

Program Operations

The BLOC Foundation
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2024 - 03.2025
  • Managing operations and partnerships across pre-apprenticeship programs and workforce initiatives.
  • Designing systems for job placement, employer engagement, and grant deliverables.
  • Coordinating community events, program metrics, and stakeholder communications to expand impact.

Site Director- Lead Mentor

Someone’s Daughter, Inc.
Linden, NJ
06.2012 - 01.2025
  • Secured consistent program funding through compliance reporting and grant support.
  • Guided mentees in developing personal and professional skills.
  • Facilitated workshops to enhance learning and collaboration.
  • Provided feedback on projects to improve performance and understanding.
  • Supervised student performance and academic progress throughout semester.

PQC Analyst

Sanofi
Bridgewater, NJ
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Investigated product quality complaints and ensured regulatory documentation for manufacturing oversight.
  • Collaborated on CAPAs, audit responses, and procedural improvements in pharmaceutical compliance.

Owner/Operator Manager

Optimal Cleaning Solutions,LLC
Linden, NJ
02.2017 - 02.2020
  • Negotiated client contracts for products and services, ensuring favorable terms.
  • Maintained vendor and supplier relationships to secure advantageous material and service agreements.
  • Oversaw billing and invoicing processes, achieving timely payments from clients.
  • Managed daily operations, including staff supervision, sales strategies, inventory control, and accounting practices.

Quality Auditor

Horizon BCBS of New Jersey
Newark, NJ
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Audited medical claims for compliance and accuracy; trained internal staff on standards and best practices.
  • Contributed to risk analysis and system improvements that enhanced audit efficiency and outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Strayer University
01-2018

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Program Leadership
  • Business Analysis
  • Data Analysis
  • Workforce Development
  • Community Engagement
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Project Management
  • Operations Management
  • Grant Writing
  • Fund Development
  • Government compliance
  • Microsoft 365
  • Team Development

Certification

  • Google Digital Marketing & E-Commerce, In Process
  • Grant Writing & Fund Development Training, 01/01/24
  • Project Management Foundations, LinkedIn Learning, 01/01/23
  • Diversity Leadership Training, 01/01/21
  • Google Data analyst Certification, 05/01/22

Passion Projects Leadership

  • Founder – The BLOC Society & BLOC Collective: Empowering Black women in real estate, investing, and leadership.
  • Executive Director – The BLOC Foundation: Leading workforce training & community healing programs.
  • Author – Pain & Purpose: The Javar Story & Peace Looks Good on You, Sis: A journal meets adult coloring book for emotional wellness.
  • Momager – Managing her son Jade’s book and animation brand, supporting youth creativity and entrepreneurship.

Core Skills Strengths

  • Strategic Planning & Program Leadership
  • Business & Data Analysis (Excel, Power BI, SQL)
  • Workforce Development & Real Estate Literacy
  • Community Engagement & Trauma-Informed Care
  • Project & Operations Management
  • Grant Writing, Fund Development & Compliance
  • CRM & Systems: Salesforce, Microsoft 365
  • DEI Strategy, Team Development, and Coaching

Timeline

Program Operations

The BLOC Foundation
09.2024 - 03.2025

Business Analyst II

Elevance Health
01.2022 - 08.2025

PQC Analyst

Sanofi
01.2019 - 01.2021

Owner/Operator Manager

Optimal Cleaning Solutions,LLC
02.2017 - 02.2020

Site Director- Lead Mentor

Someone’s Daughter, Inc.
06.2012 - 01.2025

Quality Auditor

Horizon BCBS of New Jersey
01.2012 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Strayer University