Joel D. Keyser
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic policy advocate with a proven track record at Roots & Rebound, enhancing reentry outcomes for justice-impacted individuals. Skilled in financial literacy and program facilitation, I empower communities through innovative curriculum development and relationship building, driving impactful initiatives that foster economic empowerment and personal growth.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Policy Group Member
Roots & Rebound
Oakland, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with legal professionals to develop legislative policies aimed at improving reentry outcomes
- Review and refine policy proposals to enhance their impact on justice-impacted individuals
Advisory Board Member
First Step Alliance
Fort Lee, NJ
11.2021 - Current
- Support financial literacy initiatives for post-incarcerated individuals and their families
- Assist in the development of nonprofit programs focused on economic empowerment
Board Member / Instructor / White Collar Group Director
Hinda Institute
Chicago, IL
11.2020 - Current
- Lead and instruct courses in financial education, business organization, and reentry strategies
- Facilitate discussions and mentorship for formerly incarcerated individuals transitioning back into society
- Organize guest speakers and lead monthly support groups for justice-impacted professionals
Founder
Escape Artist
- Current
- Founder of a T-shirt brand supporting incarcerated artists through commissary contributions and revenue sharing
- Develop opportunities for justice-impacted artists to gain financial stability and creative expression
Financial Consultant / Business Advisor
Keyser Management Group
Los Angeles, CA
01.1988 - 12.2018
- Provided financial education and business consulting services to individuals and organizations
- Specialized in financial literacy training for justice-impacted individuals reentering the workforce
- Assisted businesses with operational efficiency, financial strategy, and human resource management
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Rutgers University, Camden College of Arts and Sciences
Camden, NJSkills
- Personal Development and Leadership Coaching
- Justice-Impacted Reentry Support & Mentorship
- Program Facilitation & Curriculum Delivery
- Financial Literacy & Digital Literacy Instruction
- Relationship Building and Community Engagement
- Recruitment & Screening of Program Participants
- Data Management & Reporting
- Policy Development & Advocacy
Certification
- Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI)
- Program Facilitation & Curriculum Development Training
Additional Information
Extensive lived experience navigating the criminal justice system and reentry process., Committed to fostering personal growth, self-accountability, and leadership among justice-impacted individuals., Passionate about creating holistic programs that promote reentry success and reduce recidivism.
Timeline
Policy Group Member
Roots & Rebound
01.2022 - Current
Advisory Board Member
First Step Alliance
11.2021 - Current
Board Member / Instructor / White Collar Group Director
Hinda Institute
11.2020 - Current
Financial Consultant / Business Advisor
Keyser Management Group
01.1988 - 12.2018
Founder
Escape Artist
- Current
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Rutgers University, Camden College of Arts and Sciences
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