Kendrika King
Miami,FL
Summary
Purpose-driven social impact leader with expertise in youth development, coaching, leadership development, workforce readiness, emotional intelligence, and strategic community partnerships. Recognized for transforming lived experience into innovative programs that strengthen educational attainment, housing stability, employment outcomes, and long-term personal growth. Currently serve as a Success Coach with Educate Tomorrow while leading entrepreneurial and nonprofit initiatives designed to expand opportunity, cultivate belonging, and transform communities. Passionate about building sustainable organizations that bridge education, entrepreneurship, wellness, and community impact.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Success Coach
Educate Tomorrow
Miami Dade
06.2018 - Current
- Provide individualized coaching and strategic support to youth and young adults impacted by foster care, homelessness, and systemic barriers while helping them achieve educational, career, housing, financial, and personal development goals.
- Manage a coaching portfolio serving approximately 200 participants annually.
- Develop individualized success plans that promote academic persistence, career readiness, financial stability, and long-term success.
- Coordinate housing, employment, financial, educational, and community resources through partnerships with colleges, nonprofits, employers, and community organizations.
- Facilitate 10+ workshops focused on leadership, emotional intelligence, workforce readiness, professional communication, and personal development.
- Coordinate community partnerships to organize annual Diaper Drives, Thanksgiving Drives, and Back-to-School Drives, mobilizing donated resources and essential supplies for youth and families served by Educate Tomorrow.
- Coordinated successful housing transitions for 20 youth exiting Educate Tomorrow's transitional housing program in 2025 through partnership with the Girls Without Jobs Program.
- Connect student parents with scholarships, childcare resources, and employment opportunities that strengthen family stability and educational persistence.
- Advocate for students by removing barriers and connecting them with opportunities that support long-term independence and success.
Founder & Creative Director
Scales of Love, LLC
Miami Dade
05.2026 - Current
- Founded a specialty gifting company transforming appreciation into meaningful experiences through personalized keepsakes and intentional storytelling.
- Lead all aspects of the business, including strategic planning, branding, customer experience, marketing, product development, operations, financial management, and vendor relations.
- Developed strategic partnerships with local buisness to expand outreach and impact.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Oversaw financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring for improved financial stability.
Founder
Community at Heart Oasis (CAHO)
Florida
06.2026 - Current
- Developing a nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating emotional intelligence, mentorship, leadership development, wellness, and transformative community experiences for underserved youth and emerging adults.
- Lead organizational development, strategic planning, program design, community partnerships, fundraising preparation, and board development.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to expand resource availability for community members.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment efforts, fostering a strong network of support for various initiatives.
Executive Intern
Miami Children's Initiative
EDUCATE TOMORROW
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Selected for a competitive leadership internship focused on workforce readiness, professional development, and community engagement.
- Supported community initiatives serving children, youth, and families while strengthening leadership, communication, and collaborative problem-solving skills.
- P3 Executive Internship Program
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
Miami, FL05.2022
Associate of Arts -
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL06.2019
Skills
- Leadership Development
- Executive Coaching
- Strategic Planning
- Program Development
- Public Speaking
- Emotional Intelligence
- Community Engagement
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Development
- Workforce Development
- Nonprofit Leadership
- Partnership Development
- Student Success
- Organizational Growth
Certification
- Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS)
- CANS 2.0
- Motivational Interviewing
LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
- - Coach approximately 200 youth and young adults annually through individualized success planning, resource navigation, and personal development.
- - Designed and facilitated 10+ workshops focused on emotional intelligence, leadership, workforce readiness, professional development, and life skills.
- - Planned, coordinated, and facilitated a one-day Women's Personal Development Retreat centered on healing, self-awareness, emotional wellness, and leadership.
- - Coordinated housing transitions and community resources for 20 youth exiting Educate Tomorrow's transitional housing program in 2025.
- - Connected student parents with scholarships, childcare assistance, employment opportunities, and essential community resources, helping reduce barriers to higher education.
- - Selected presenter at the 2025 National Wraparound the World Conference.
- - Founder of Scales of Love, LLC.
- - Founder of Community at Heart Oasis (CAHO).
LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY IMPACT
- - Facilitated educational programming focused on emotional intelligence, leadership development, workforce readiness, professional communication, goal setting, and personal growth.
- - Founded and facilitated an annual Women's Personal Development Retreat promoting healing, confidence, leadership, and authentic connection.
- - Collaborated with Educate Tomorrow, Miami Dade College, Florida International University, and community organizations to expand opportunities and resources for youth and emerging adults.
- - Founding participant in the Changemakers Program at Miami Dade College, supporting innovation, leadership, and community engagement initiatives.
PUBLIC SPEAKING
- National Wraparound the World Conference | 2025 Conference Speaker Double the Impact of 3-D Coaching: Innovating Communities While Creating Transformation for All
- Women's Fund Miami Keynote Speaker Presented on resilience, leadership, and transforming lived experience into community impact.
- Positive Pathways Conference Panelist Contributed to discussions focused on youth empowerment, coaching, and improving outcomes for young adults.
Timeline
Founder
Community at Heart Oasis (CAHO)
06.2026 - Current
Founder & Creative Director
Scales of Love, LLC
05.2026 - Current
Success Coach
Educate Tomorrow
06.2018 - Current
Executive Intern
Miami Children's Initiative
06.2014 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
Associate of Arts -
Miami Dade College