Michael Adams Jr

Strategic Partnerships Manager with a proven track record in cultivating and managing key relationships to drive business growth. Expertise in identifying partnership opportunities, negotiating favorable agreements, and implementing collaborative initiatives. Core competencies include relationship management, market analysis, and contract negotiation, complemented by strong communication and leadership skills. Aiming to leverage strategic vision to enhance organizational partnerships and fuel growth objectives.

Kentucky State University, Vice Chair, Board of Regents, 01/2022-Present, Frankfort, KY

• Create and stabilize University budget through developing internal and external controls. Restructured Student Affairs department to increase student satisfaction. Developed a strategy including interviewing and hiring outside advisors. Conducted a Presidential search and appointed a permanent President. Evaluated administrative vacancies and deficiencies.

Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School Mentoring Program, Founder & Director, 01/2021-Present, Lexington, KY 

• Created a weekly mentoring program to assist students. Recruited, developed, and trained five mentors. Coordinated with local professionals to speak with students. Scheduled college tours to encourage post-secondary education.

Kentucky Black Bourbon Guild Inc., Co-Founder, 08/2018-08/2023, Lexington, KY

• Developed a 5-member board to manage operations. Created partnerships raising over $70,000 in sponsorships. Helped grow membership to over 200 paid members.

Lexington Bluegrass Area Minority Business Expo, Sponsorship Chair, 01/2019-09/2022, Lexington, KY

• Responsible for recruitment and retention of sponsors. Raised over $85,000 in 2022. Developed sponsor and vendor tracking forms.