IDUA OLUNWA
Community and Economic Development Agent
Cypress,TX
Summary
Strategic leader and operational innovator with 15+ years driving organizational growth, stakeholder alignment, and measurable business outcomes across government, education, energy, and technology sectors. Proven expertise in scaling operations, building public-private partnerships, and translating complex data into actionable business strategy. Known for transforming institutional processes, building high-performing teams, and generating sustainable competitive advantages through systems thinking and data-driven decision-making.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Community & Economic Development Director
PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY
Anahuac, TX
03.2025 - Current
- Spearheaded multi-agency partnerships across federal, state, and local levels, establishing framework for integrated housing, workforce, and economic development initiatives serving regional population of 50,000+
- Championed regulatory initiative on HEIRS property that increased public support by 30%, positioning for broader legislative adoption affecting property rights across multiple states
- Designed and implemented regional workforce strategy through Public-Private Partnerships with PVAMU, Lee College, Workforce Solutions, and corporate partners, creating sustainable economic development pipeline
- Organized cross-sector disaster management and resilience planning workshops reaching 500+ stakeholders, building institutional capacity for emergency response and community recovery.
Board Member
THE MOVEMEN FOUNDATION
McAllen, TX
11.2020 - Current
- Directed digital transformation strategy for property rights documentation using geospatial technology and reverse geocoding, enabling offshore organization to establish ownership and title for enterprise-scale real estate assets
- Led cross-functional permit coordination between drainage districts, county planning, TCEQ, and TXDOT, reducing permitting cycle time by 3 weeks (22% improvement) and accelerating $2M+ housing cooperative project
- Integrated geospatial technology and data science operations for cold-chain logistics startup, driving 15% annualized revenue growth and successful exit strategy
- Directed Scrum team for mobile Emergency Response system development supporting two federal agencies ($7.2M implementation program), improving project delivery timelines and establishing operational excellence framework
Program Director & Faculty Leader
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE
Brownsville, TX
08.2018 - 04.2023
- Redesigned and oversaw geological and geospatial program serving 300+ students, implementing data-driven curricula focused on resource development, environmental management, and energy security
- Drove 33% increase in program engagement and retention through industry-aligned curriculum, establishing the program as regional leader in geoscience education
- Created South Texas Geodatabase system and GIS Applications lab, establishing critical research infrastructure that enhanced institutional research capacity and student skill development
- Coordinated cross-departmental teams to align educational programs with industry needs, positioning university as talent pipeline for energy, environmental, and technology sectors
Founder & Chief Operating Officer
G-3 RESOURCES, LLC
McAllen, TX
01.2016 - 10.2021
- Founded and scaled over-the-road cold-chain transportation company leveraging data science and operational transparency, managing 41 contractors across 5 regions and generating sustainable revenue streams
- Implemented fleet KPIs and performance frameworks measuring compliance, financial performance, and training effectiveness, ensuring operational excellence across distributed contractor network
- Developed comprehensive DOT and USDA compliance program for 41+ partners, reducing regulatory risk exposure and establishing industry-leading safety standards
- Negotiated and executed company sale, demonstrating business value and operational maturity
Senior Geoscientist & Operations Lead
CHESAPEAKE ENERGY & CAELUS ENERGY
Dallas, TX
01.2010 - 11.2016
- Led end-to-end delivery of geology and development program spanning multiple states (TX, LA, ND, MT, AK) and international operations (Romania, Indonesia), managing complex subsurface asset portfolios and cross-functional technical teams
- Directed geodatabase architecture, data research prioritization, and structural mapping initiatives that optimized decision-making and capital allocation across exploration portfolio
- Leveraged advanced data analysis and geospatial modeling to develop North Slope Alaska prospect identifying bypassed pay opportunities and higher reserve estimates, creating actionable exploration ventures with measurable reserve additions
- Served as company geoscience authority providing strategic guidance to cross-functional teams, enhancing external stakeholder relationships and positioning company as technical leader in competitive market
Education
Master of Science - Geosciences
The University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TXB.S - Geology
Federal University of Technology
Owerri, NigeriaSkills
- ArcGIS and Power BI
- SQL database management
- Geospatial analysis and mapping
- QuickBooks financial software
- SharePoint collaboration tools
- Adobe and Office suites proficiency
- Energy sector expertise
- Higher education leadership
- Government relations strategies
- Real estate technology solutions
- Transportation and logistics management
- Emergency management planning
- Data science and analytics
Education Certifications Technology
MSc, Geosciences, The University of Texas at Dallas, B.S, Geology, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), ArcGIS, SQL, Power BI, Geospatial Analysis & Mapping, QuickBooks, SharePoint, Adobe & Office Suites, Energy Sector, Higher Education Leadership, Government Relations, Real Estate Technology, Transportation & Logistics, Emergency Management, Data Science & Analytics
Core Executive Competencies
- Strategic Leadership & Business Development
- P&L Management & Financial Optimization
- Government Relations & Policy Influence
- Stakeholder Alignment & Partnership Development
- Geospatial Technology & Data Science Strategy
- Organizational Transformation & Process Innovation
- Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance
- Team Development & High-Performance Culture
Timeline
Community & Economic Development Director
PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY
03.2025 - Current
Board Member
THE MOVEMEN FOUNDATION
11.2020 - Current
Program Director & Faculty Leader
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE
08.2018 - 04.2023
Founder & Chief Operating Officer
G-3 RESOURCES, LLC
01.2016 - 10.2021
Senior Geoscientist & Operations Lead
CHESAPEAKE ENERGY & CAELUS ENERGY
01.2010 - 11.2016
Master of Science - Geosciences
The University of Texas At Dallas
B.S - Geology
Federal University of Technology