Ebony Hattoh
Program Director Of Supportive Housing
Binghamton,NY
Summary
Strategic and impact-driven leader with over 15 years of experience in advancing justice at the intersection of energy access and housing equity. Proven track record in designing and scaling community-rooted programs that dismantle systemic barriers, expand workforce pathways, and center historically underserved populations. Founding contributor to award-winning housing initiatives and clean energy equity programs, bringing deep experience in policy design, community engagement strategy, and stakeholder collaboration. Adept at leading multidisciplinary teams, managing complex projects, and leveraging data to drive equitable outcomes. Committed to fostering an inclusive, sustainable future where energy transition and housing stability go hand-in-hand.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
21
21
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Associate Director of Equity and Justice
New Energy New York
Vestal , NY
02.2023 - Current
- Develop and implement a comprehensive place based economic development strategy, resulting in a more inclusive and diverse workforce in 28 counties in Upstate New York.
- Collaborate with senior leadership team to integrate DEI principles into program policies and practices across battery supply chain.
- Lead outreach, training and education programs to raise awareness and foster understanding of equity and justice efforts concerning access to clean climate jobs. Engaged with over 200 minority and disabled owned businesses in less than 1 year.
- Establish public/private partnerships with community organizations to promote inclusivity and social responsibility in regional workforce development programming.
- Manage cross-functional teams for multiple large-scale projects, and grant writing efforts successfully completing each on time and within budget constraints.
- Oversee the collection and analysis of regional employment and diversity metrics, using data to drive continuous improvement efforts.
- Manage annual budget planning processes, ensuring financial goals were met while maintaining optimal resource allocation across departments, and managed interns.
Founder/Business Owner
Gilead Business Solutions Ltd.
Binghamton, NY
05.2015 - Current
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Helped over 300 small businesses implement efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
- Established organization's mission and vision statements, marketing strategy, budgets and streamlined processes to optimize success.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, reducing costs while maintaining product quality.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
Relocation Assistance Program Coordinator
Ccsi Inc
Binghamton , NY
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Spearheaded the development and launch of the City’s Relocation Assistance Program, crafting foundational policies, eligibility criteria, and operational workflows from the ground up
- Conducted comprehensive client outreach, intake, and housing placement services for households facing displacement, ensuring culturally competent, trauma-informed service delivery with over 86 displaced families in 1 year.
- Managed apartment searches and brokered lease agreements, successfully negotiating favorable move-in conditions with landlords to remove housing access barriers.
- Designed and implemented a formal apartment inspection protocol and intensive case management model, including court accompaniment and landlord mediation.
- Created replicable systems and templates for lease compliance and displacement and relocation logistics that have since been adopted by at least three other agencies and housing programs in the region.
- Built cross-sector collaborations with legal, housing, and social service stakeholders to increase program reach and long-term tenant stability.
Lead Community Ambassador of Sustainability Initiatives
New York NEST
Binghamton, New York
03.2018 - 06.2022
- Spearheaded sustainability initiatives, increasing the company's community footprint by 80%.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability principles into product development.
- Managed sustainability reporting and ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Led community engagement programs to promote sustainability awareness and housing in action.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Leadership And Family And Marriage Counseling
Davis College
Johnson City, NY 05.2001 - 01.2022
Skills
Leadership in team settings
Organizational growth strategies
Collaborative decision-making
Crisis response
Problem-solving skills
Analytical reasoning
Project management
Proposal writing
Budget management
Program development
Process improvement
Technical implementation
Certification
Skilling America
Timeline
Lean Six Sigma - Yellow Belt
06-2024
Associate Director of Equity and Justice
New Energy New York
02.2023 - Current
Skilling America
08-2022
Relocation Assistance Program Coordinator
Ccsi Inc
03.2021 - 06.2022
Lead Community Ambassador of Sustainability Initiatives
New York NEST
03.2018 - 06.2022
Founder/Business Owner
Gilead Business Solutions Ltd.
05.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Leadership And Family And Marriage Counseling
Davis College
05.2001 - 01.2022
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