Jacob Fanning
Portland
Summary
Results-driven community and policy builder with 5+ years experience in stakeholder engagement, curriculum development, and program implementation. Expertise in facilitation, nonprofit consulting, and cross-cultural training in the U.S., Asia, and the Pacific. Adept at designing and delivering capacity-building initiatives, managing multi-stakeholder programs, and leading strategic engagement efforts for nonprofit organizations. Passionate about economic mobility, international development, and education equity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Member Engagement Specialist
Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath)
02.2022 - Current
- Provided strategic consulting to a portfolio of 30–35 nonprofit and government-affiliated organizations, guiding them in the implementation of Mobility Mentoring coaching programs
- Led the Sector Subgroup Sessions initiative, fostering collaboration among 30+ organizations in housing, workforce development, and coaching services
- Managed and facilitated webinar and training programs, delivering expertise on coaching strategies, trauma-informed care, and nonprofit program implementation to audiences of 25–60 participants per session
- Partnered with research, evaluation, and advocacy teams to develop policy briefs, case studies, and legislative initiatives, informing best practices and sector-wide innovation
- Designed and maintained online resource hubs, synthesizing tools, research, and implementation guides to support member organizations
- Contributed to EMPath’s biannual conferences, leading strategy-focused sessions on engagement, coaching implementation, and nonprofit capacity-building
- Authored externally published case studies and research, including a brief on youth and young parents in Mobility Mentoring, presented at a national conference
English Literacy Specialist & Program Coordinator
Peace Corps
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Designed and implemented English literacy and community development programs, impacting 81+ at-risk students through targeted interventions in phonics, grammar, and literacy skills
- Developed and managed a school library renovation project, securing a 400-book donation and creating a lending system used by 130+ students
- Led teacher training workshops on IT skills, curriculum development, and classroom strategies, strengthening instructional capacity
- Served as an elected representative on the Volunteer Advisory Council (VAC), advocating for policy changes with senior Peace Corps staff
- Facilitated peer mental health support as a member of the Peer Support Network, offering confidential assistance and tracking volunteer well-being trends
- Established a tablet-based education program, securing an 18-tablet donation and training teachers to integrate technology into classroom instruction
- Founded and co-led a Girls Leading Our World (GLOW) club, mentoring young women in career development, community service, and violence prevention
English Instructor
AEON Corporation
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed customized learning programs for adult professionals, tailoring content to industry-specific language needs
- Designed and hosted cultural exchange events, promoting intercultural engagement and language practice
- Led corporate training workshops, providing business English coaching to employees in professional settings
English Language Training Specialist
Teach Thailand Corps
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Delivered English language training to 400+ students per week, designing curricula and integrating interactive learning strategies
- Organized and facilitated teacher training seminars for 25+ principals and educators, improving English instruction methodologies
- Led a four-day English Camp for 300+ students, developing activities to enhance language acquisition in an immersive environment
- Coordinated cross-cultural exchange programs between Thai and American teachers to strengthen bilateral educational collaboration
Education
M.A. - Sustainable International Development
Brandeis University – Heller School
12-2022
B.A. - English
Davidson College
Skills
- Nonprofit consulting
- Program facilitation
- Portfolio Management
- Stakeholder engagement & Community outreach
- Data-driven program evaluation
- Member engagement
- Event & Conference Planning
- Trauma-informed care
- Training and Facilitation
- Cross-functional coordination
- Exceptional communication
- Cross-cultural program management
Websites
Timeline
Member Engagement Specialist
Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath)
02.2022 - Current
English Literacy Specialist & Program Coordinator
Peace Corps
01.2017 - 01.2019
English Instructor
AEON Corporation
05.2016 - 05.2017
English Language Training Specialist
Teach Thailand Corps
05.2014 - 04.2015
M.A. - Sustainable International Development
Brandeis University – Heller School
B.A. - English
Davidson College
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