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Monique Gilliam

Monique Gilliam

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in strategic community planning and group facilitation, notably at Cohear. Expert in forging collaborative alliances and spearheading public outreach initiatives, demonstrated through impactful community engagement and event planning. Excelled in people management, enhancing organizational strategies by integrating community voices.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Community Organizing

Cohear
10.2020 - Current
  • Lead community engagement efforts to connect institutions with local communities
  • Facilitate conversations to ensure community voices shape organizational strategies
  • Design outreach campaigns tailored to diverse groups, fostering trust and collaboration

Support Specialist

Family Independence Initiative
01.2020 - 10.2020
  • Provided direct support to families through Zendesk and the UpTogether platform
  • Created and maintained support documentation to assist users effectively
  • Ensured timely and confidential resolution of user inquiries

Cincinnati Liaison

Family Independence Initiative
06.2018 - 12.2019
  • Engaged with 248 participants, facilitating enrollment and collecting success stories
  • Trained and supported Fellows in event planning and community storytelling

Director of Community Strategy

City of Cincinnati, Office of Councilwoman Tamaya Dennard
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Planned community events to enhance the Councilwoman’s presence across 52 neighborhoods
  • Represented the office at forums, addressing constituent concerns and liaising with City departments

Property Administrator

Cushman & Wakefield
09.2013 - 05.2017
  • Managed lease audits, tenant communications, and financial reconciliations
  • Conducted property inspections and coordinated division-wide objectives

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Psychology

University of Cincinnati
01.2001

Skills

  • Public Outreach Initiatives
  • Group Facilitation
  • Strategic Community Planning
  • People management
  • Collaborative Alliances
  • Event Planning

Community Involvement

  • Member, Over the Rhine Community Council, 01/01/20, Present
  • Chair, Cornerstone Renter Equity Board, 01/01/20, 12/31/22
  • Community Liaison, Accelerate Great Schools, 01/01/20, Present
  • Ambassador, United Way, Moms Hope & Bethany House, 01/01/17, 12/31/19
  • Mentor, Moms Hope, 01/01/18, Present

Timeline

Director of Community Organizing

Cohear
10.2020 - Current

Support Specialist

Family Independence Initiative
01.2020 - 10.2020

Cincinnati Liaison

Family Independence Initiative
06.2018 - 12.2019

Director of Community Strategy

City of Cincinnati, Office of Councilwoman Tamaya Dennard
01.2018 - 01.2019

Property Administrator

Cushman & Wakefield
09.2013 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Psychology

University of Cincinnati
Monique Gilliam