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Overview
Work History
Education
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Joel Cornejo

Joel Cornejo

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Executive leader with deep experience driving organizational success and fostering collaboration. Skilled in strategic planning, operations oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Known for adaptability, resilience, and delivering results in evolving environments. Strong interpersonal skills, effective communicator, and results-driven approach.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director

Semillas Arizona
01.2019 - Current
  • Coordinated meetings and workshops to facilitate communication among the organization.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of project developments and outcomes.
  • Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
  • Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
  • Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.

Host Committee Council Member

Facing Race Conference
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Coordinated logistics for events, managing vendor relationships and contract negotiations.
  • Developed comprehensive event schedules, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and timelines.
  • Established partnerships with industry professionals, enhancing resource availability and networking opportunities for attendees.
  • Organized engaging networking opportunities for attendees, fostering valuable connections among industry professionals.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.

Director of Communications and Outreach

People's Budget Tempe
01.2020 - 07.2022
  • Developed and implemented strategic communications plans to enhance organizational visibility and outreach efforts.
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing community engagement initiatives, fostering partnerships with key stakeholders.
  • Managed public relations campaigns, effectively promoting organizational achievements and enhancing public perception.
  • Coordinated events and workshops that promoted community involvement and increased awareness of organizational programs.
  • Enhanced stakeholder engagement through targeted outreach initiatives and events.

Education

Associate of Science - Digital Arts

Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College, Mesa, AZ
05-2019
  • Elected to Senator for the College Student Senate, helped fund lobbying efforts through a school fund
  • President of the school chapter of the school organization known as Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlan
  • Regional President of MEChA covering all College and University chapters in Arizona, New Mexico and El Paso, TX
  • Communications Director of MEChA National covering all colleges and universities in the united states
  • Awarded a second AA in General Studies
  • Honoree of the National Honor Society in Psychology

Skills

  • Community engagement
  • Program management
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Relationship building
  • Public speaking
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Partnership development

Accomplishments

Among my achievements, I successfully collaborated with the city during my role in the People's Budget Tempe campaign to secure funding for several essential initiatives, including the acquisition of a multicultural market plaza for 5 million dollars aimed at addressing food insecurity in the region. Additionally, at the Face Race conference, we welcomed a total of 4,500 attendees from across the globe.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Host Committee Council Member - Facing Race Conference
01.2023 - 02.2024
Director of Communications and Outreach - People's Budget Tempe
01.2020 - 07.2022
Executive Director - Semillas Arizona
01.2019 - Current
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College - Associate of Science, Digital Arts

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