Daniel Collins
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Community activist and engagement expert skilled in educating the masses on restorative justice, systemic racism within our criminal justice system, and how we can work collectively to dismantle oppressive systems. Demonstrates strong presentation and public speaking skills in front of large groups of educators at all levels. Showcases firm understanding of the historical context of our criminal justice system coupled with lived experience offering a unique perspective and insight into the underworld of the United States prison system
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Speaking
Treasure Coast Opiate Awareness Summit
05.2024 - Current
- Shared person story to raise awareness surrounding mental health illnesses and substance abuse disorders
- Speaking, motivating, and entertaining colleagues, teachers and community professionals in the industry to communicate the impact we all have on those around us who are struggling with addiction and mental health illness
- Utilized strong public speaking skills to relay critical information to large groups of prospective professionals and their colleagues during formal presentations.
Social Media Influencer
Tiktok And Instagram
01.2023 - Current
- Amassed over 170K followers on Tiktok and 75K on Instagram educating the masses on systemic racism and the need for criminal justice reform in the United States of America
Public Speaking
Florida House Of Representatives
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Introduced a prison simulator to show House Representatives the realities of what incarcerated individuals experience navigating the prison landscape
- Introduced a re-entry simulator to afford House Representatives the opportunity to understand the struggles formerly incarcerated individuals experience when integrating back into society
- Shared personal story of hope and triumph with State Representatives as a formerly incarcerated individual who went from graduating college and playing professional baseball in the Atlanta Braves organization to spending 10 years in Florida Department of Corrections
Pitcher
Atlanta Braves
06.2003 - 06.2005
- Pitched in the minor leagues of the Atlanta Braves organization before succumbing to mental health illness and substance abuse disorder
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL06.2003
Skills
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Energetic attitude
- Subject matter expertise
- Stage presence
- Audience Analysis
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Engaging Storytelling
- Humor Integration
Accomplishments
- Worked alongside State Representatives in Florida drafting legislation to end the crime exception in the 13th Amendment and Cash Reform Bill
- Successfully attained funding for Mental Health Court diversion program in Martin County, Florida
Timeline
Public Speaking
Treasure Coast Opiate Awareness Summit
05.2024 - Current
Public Speaking
Florida House Of Representatives
11.2023 - 11.2023
Social Media Influencer
Tiktok And Instagram
01.2023 - Current
Pitcher
Atlanta Braves
06.2003 - 06.2005
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Indian River State College
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