Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Work Preference
Timeline
Intern
FELICIA DAVIS

FELICIA DAVIS

Wilmington,DE

Summary

Experienced Program Management and Administration Professional experienced optimizing productivity, efficiency and service quality across various environments. Highly dependable, ethical and reliable support specialist. Works effectively with cross-functional teams in ensuring operational and service excellence. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of community members, partners, and clients.

Highly passionate about executing exceptional events that achieve established goals. Experience with planning, budgeting and coordinating wide variety of both small-scale and large-scale events. Strong communicator and negotiator able to foster relationships with key stakeholders and vendors.


ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Planned and launched Be Ready CDC Annual Tribute to Black Wall Street(3rd year): Event geared towards teaching Financial Literacy, Business Start Up, Funds and Capital Building, Branding / Marketing, and Self Wellness through providing the community with Vendor opportunities, Panel Discussions, Free Financial Coaching Services, Health screenings and onsite Good health practices.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Management Analyst II - Training/Workforce Development Specialist

State of Delaware Department of Health and Social Services
12.2023 - Current

Managed, coordinated, and implemented SOR-funded training initiatives and programs, including Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) training and conferences.
Supported the management and implementation of ATRC (Addiction Treatment Resource Center) related initiatives and objectives per the SOR workplan.
Provided operational support, coordination, and management of the Opioid Response Provider Network initiatives, including the ORPN quarterly learning collaborative.
Handled conference and training organization.
Performed other administrative duties as assigned related to SOR support and management.

Event Planner/ Wedding Planner

Self Employed Services
02.2004 - Current
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
  • Established working relationships with clients by organizing various events.
  • Conferred with event staff at event site to coordinate details.
  • Performed face-to-face meetings to finalize contract for services and event details.
  • Supervised 10-30 helpers and co-workers.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Communicated with catering, lighting and sound companies to obtain price quotes.
  • Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
  • Developed post-event reports to determine effectiveness of each event.
  • Acquired contracts and agreements to finalize negotiations and obtain approval signatures.
  • Attended conferences and events to stay up-to-date with industry trends and planning standards.
  • Utilized internal databases to prepare and distribute guest lists, electronic invitations and registration processes.
  • Hired, trained and supervised volunteers and support staff required for events.

Programs/Administrative Services Coordinator

Be Ready CDC
06.2019 - 07.2023
  • Developed and monitored office/event budgets
  • Assisted with contract management and annual renewal processes
  • Offered onsite training and support to area office staff in use of Microsoft and
  • Managed Google for Non-Profit software/account
  • Guided internal and external requests to determine timing and scope of projects
  • Organized and updated databases, records and other information resources
  • Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff
  • Identified opportunities to streamline processes and improve office operations and efficiency
  • Coordinated office events, seminars and meetings for staff and clients
  • Analyzed and solved multi-faceted problems that effected executive leaders and business initiatives
  • Maintained primary relationship accountability for clients, overall servicing responsibility and client satisfaction to maximize profitability of client relationships
  • Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and partners supporting administrative operations
  • Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel
  • Developed community outreach programs to improve public image and educate community on available services through Be Ready CDC and our network of community resources.
  • Performed Referral source development through awareness of community need
  • Provided educational presentations (i.e
  • Narcan Training, Financial Literacy
  • Coaching, Smart Choices: Eating Healthy for Teens Workshops) to community members, civic organizations, Youth, residents, and small/ minority businesses
  • Work with departments and community partners to develop new outreach efforts and provide improvements to existing outreach programs
  • Develop and maintain working relationships with related businesses, state / local government, and community resources
  • Work collaboratively with other programs to develop and execute events for
  • Hilltop Community
  • Monitored facilities management activities and supervised Educators, Volunteers, and 6 teens ages 14-18 every Winter and Summer
  • Assist Managers with their assigned budgets while utilizing expense controls and seeking opportunities for Gift in Kind, and Discounts
  • Create new and manage existing partner/client relationships with employers and
  • Community Resource Partners
  • Actively plan, coordinate, recruit, and execute opportunities for networking
  • Curated fruitful and strong partnerships and programs as company's Event Planner

E Learning Pod/Summer Day Camp Director

Be Ready CDC
06.2019 - 05.2022
  • Maintained fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility.
  • Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.
  • Arranged packed activity schedule with numerous outdoor activities, crafts and learning opportunities.
  • Supervised camper and team safety by issuing clear directives for ideal behaviors and required monitoring strategies.
  • Coached and mentored camp counselors and instructors in effective strategies for relating to students and teaching important life skills.
  • Organized field trips to off-site locations and handled scheduling, transportation and payments.
  • Managed camp operations for Be Ready Praise Camp (Be Ready CDC) facility serving 30-50 campers each day.
  • Handled administrative and business management needs for camp each summer season.
  • Promoted camp across The Hilltop Area, skillfully coordinating social media, print ads and website content.
  • Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly and monthly operations.
  • Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.

Institutional Training Instructor

The Kintock Group
12.2011 - 07.2013
  • Compile and maintain records of food use and expenditures
  • Direct activities of 8 kitchen trainees who assist in preparing and serving meals
  • Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas in order to ensure cleanliness and functional operation
  • Prepare and cook foods according to menus for 300 transitional residents, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, and numbers of portions to be served
  • Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas in order to ensure cleanliness and functional operation
  • Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs
  • Tracked attendance and evaluated progress for assigned trainees
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity by 19%
  • Identified and recommended staff for key positions and departments

Education

Associates Degree - Business Management

Union County College
Cranford, NJ
05.2005

High School Diploma - undefined

Barringer High School
Newark, NJ
06.2002

Skills

  • Special Requirements
  • Client Relationships
  • Meeting Support
  • Planning and Prioritization
  • Community Outreach
  • Social Work
  • Program Development
  • Youth/Teen Development
  • Client Care
  • Networking
  • Shared Stewardship
  • Partnership Procurement

Affiliations

  • West Side Grows Together
  • The Village Tree Inc.
  • Cornerstone West CDC
  • Health Communities Delaware
  • Be Ready Community Development Corp.
  • Messiah's Market
  • Hurt to Healing
  • United Neighbors

Certification

Event Planner- Trendi Mi University (Online Course), 2017 Wedding Planner- Trendi Mi University (Online Course), 2017 Food Service Director- Serv Safe NJ, 2018 Professional Food Handler/Cook- Serv Safe NJ, 2015

ASSIST (Suicide Intervention)-State of DE, 2024

Mental Health First Aid-State of Delaware DE,2024

Emotional CPR- State of Delaware DE, 2024

Naloxone Trainer- State of DE, 2025

CPR (BLS) Trainer- State of DE, 2025 (Present)

Community Development Professional (3yr)- CDI-Healthy Communities DE, 2024

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leaveCompany Culture

Timeline

Management Analyst II - Training/Workforce Development Specialist

State of Delaware Department of Health and Social Services
12.2023 - Current

E Learning Pod/Summer Day Camp Director

Be Ready CDC
06.2019 - 05.2022

Programs/Administrative Services Coordinator

Be Ready CDC
06.2019 - 07.2023

Institutional Training Instructor

The Kintock Group
12.2011 - 07.2013

Event Planner/ Wedding Planner

Self Employed Services
02.2004 - Current

Associates Degree - Business Management

Union County College

High School Diploma - undefined

Barringer High School
FELICIA DAVIS