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Marques Clark

St. Petersburg,FL

Summary

Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.

Volunteer manager with 10+ years in the field.

Self-motivated and disciplined in planning and tracking priorities and works flexible hours, including evenings and weekends to accomplish goals. Dependable Youth Leader with 10-year background in grassroots community organizing. Excellent communicator with demonstrated cultural competence to influence others to further organizational objectives. Tracks youth engagement activities using qualitative and quantitative methods to identify resources for fundraising opportunities.

Gifted community and social services leader with demonstrated skills in peace activism, program coordination and base development. Dedicated to public opposition criminal issues and adept at teaching youth important communication and writing abilities. Diligent Urban Activist ready to develop outreach and support programs to raise up distressed communities. Creative provider of innovative organizational frameworks. Adept at designing comprehensive planning roadmaps to generate effective and impactful community events and initiatives.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Startup Founder

Yes Chef Village
07.2014 - Current
  • Increased company growth by developing and implementing innovative business strategies.
  • Established strong partnerships with key industry players for greater market presence.
  • Secured funding for the startup by delivering persuasive pitches to investors.
  • Assembled and led a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
  • Streamlined operations to reduce costs and improve overall efficiency.
  • Optimized business processes through data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Aligned operational objectives with long-term goals to ensure sustainable success throughout various stages of startup growth.
  • Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
  • Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Designed visually appealing plated presentations that enhanced both taste appeal and overall dining experience for patrons.
  • Attended industry conferences/workshops regularly to stay current with the latest trends in food.
  • Participated actively in local charity events and culinary competitions to raise awareness for the organization while giving back to the community.
  • Contributed to a significant increase in positive online reviews by consistently delivering exceptional meals that exceeded guest expectations.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Built strong community partnerships to support organizational goals and expand outreach efforts.
  • Led a diverse team of staff and volunteers, fostering an inclusive work environment that encouraged collaboration and professional growth.
  • Managed budgets responsibly, aligning resources with strategic priorities while maintaining fiscal discipline.
  • Developed innovative programs addressing community needs, leading to improved outcomes for beneficiaries.
  • Established a robust volunteer recruitment program that attracted committed individuals passionate about the cause.
  • Launched successful advocacy campaigns that influenced public policy in favor of the organization''s mission.
  • Delivered engaging presentations at conferences and events on behalf of the organization, raising awareness about key issues.
  • Collaborated with external organizations on joint initiatives, maximizing impact through shared resources and expertise.
  • Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
  • Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
  • Fostered in love and nourishment through preparing large meals and providing food to local low income neighborhoods as well as homeless shelters in various locations weekly.
  • Empowered action and initiative in others through meaningful and solutions-driven conversations during events.
  • Managed financial resources effectively, maintaining profitability throughout various stages of growth.
  • Negotiated strategic partnerships for mutual benefit, expanding the company''s reach in the industry.

Community Organizer

Sohl Center
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Engaged with larger movement to build transformational and deeply collaborative partnerships.
  • Trained effective social change leaders to run strategic campaigns by organizing news conferences, building strong coalitions and generating grassroots support.
  • Recruited and managed volunteer teams.
  • Coordinated and implemented numerous meetings, forums and community events.
  • Recruited allies to help with Educational Summits and Seminars, Summits, and Youth Events causes, targeting organizations such as Police Departments, Public Schools and Government Officials to Unite at Peace Rallies and Peaceful Protest Marches.
  • Maintained strong bonds to various local communities, consistently working to benefit underserved cultures and groups.
  • Liaised with political organizations and initiatives to confirm consideration of community best interests within campaigns and political agendas.
  • Conducted May 17th 2017 Police Solidarity meetings with clergy, community leaders and organizational ally leadership.
  • Led youth mentoring staff development meetings to organize volunteers and members toward unified goals.
  • Collaborated with community organizations in other regions to support state-wide and national outreach initiatives.
  • Interviewed members of specific populations to understand and document issues.
  • Built strong bonds with local cultural organizations by respecting unique differences and specific societal norms.
  • Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to reach members of community.
  • Identified community organizations and leaders to establish and nurture relationships to help build awareness and win reforms for public.

Sous Chef

Harbor Dish
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
  • Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
  • Participated in menu planning meetings, offering creative input that led to new signature dishes garnering rave reviews from guests.
  • Developed strong relationships with local vendors, securing fresh ingredients at competitive prices while supporting community businesses.
  • Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.

Education

Associate of Arts - HVAC Installation And Repair

Pinellas Technical Education Center
St. Petersburg, FL

Science of Wellbeing

Yale University
New Haven, CT

GED -

Dixie M. Hollins High School
Kenneth City, FL
03.2012

Skills

  • Organizational Leadership
  • Outreach Management
  • Non-Profit Strategy Development
  • Community Events
  • Coalition Building
  • Youth Ministry
  • Team Building
  • Innovation Management
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Delegation and Empowerment
  • Business Networking
  • Operations Management
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Board Collaboration
  • Organizational Structuring
  • Consulting
  • Entrepreneurial and Innovative
  • Food Preparation
  • Portion Control
  • Food Safety
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Mentoring and Coaching

Accomplishments

    Mayoral Recipient of the Civic Medal of Honor


    3 Time Speaking Champion in Public Speaking to Inspire


    Fox News 13 Hero of the Month 2015


    Dr Carter G. Woodson Poet Laureate


    International Best Selling Author


    Martin Luther King Southern Christian Leadership Conference Keynote Speaker



Affiliations

  • Toastmasters
  • Dr Carter G Woodson Museum
  • Stetson Law University
  • SCLC
  • Martin Luther King Coalition Center
  • Harbor Dish
  • Unity of Gulfport Church
  • Today's Church
  • Unity Temple of Truth Church
  • Eye In The Sky Hands Up
  • Andrew Joseph 3rd Family Foundation

Certification

  • Certified Science of Wellbeing , Yale University - 2021
  • Certified Youth Intervention Counselor , Juvenile Welfare Board - 2017
  • Ministry Training - 2021

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Chinese (Cantonese)
Limited Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working

Timeline

Community Organizer

Sohl Center
01.2021 - 12.2023

Sous Chef

Harbor Dish
01.2021 - 01.2022

Startup Founder

Yes Chef Village
07.2014 - Current

Associate of Arts - HVAC Installation And Repair

Pinellas Technical Education Center

Science of Wellbeing

Yale University

GED -

Dixie M. Hollins High School

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