Natifah Tolbert
Corona,CA
Summary
Dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record at Pure Heart Homes Inc, adept at strategic planning and partnership building. Successfully designed educational programs and enhanced community engagement initiatives. Skilled in contract negotiation and team leadership, driving growth and operational excellence while fostering a culture of integrity and collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder/C.E.O
Pure Heart Homes Inc/ Pure Heart Academy
03.2024 - Current
- Designed and executed educational programs tailored for diverse student populations.
- Cultivated strategic partnerships with local organizations to strengthen community engagement initiatives.
- Oversaw daily operations of educational services, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
- Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to expand outreach and enhance service delivery for families in need.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
- Guided team members through periods of change by providing clear communication on expectations and objectives moving forward.
Business Owner
Write The Vision Entertainment L.L.C.
04.2014 - Current
- Formulated and executed business strategies to elevate customer engagement and retention.
- Managed financial transactions while ensuring accuracy in record-keeping and budget adherence.
- Evaluated market trends to uncover strategic opportunities for growth and expansion.
- Managed logistics coordination for events, ensuring seamless execution and strict adherence to timelines.
- Oversaw event budget management, tracking expenses and negotiating contracts to maximize resource efficiency.
- Orchestrated seamless transitions between acts during live events to enhance audience engagement.
- Partnered with marketing teams to design promotional materials that highlighted upcoming events.
Community Engagement Specialist
National Legal Aid & Defender Services
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Designed and implemented community outreach programs to improve access to legal resources.
- Organized and led workshops and training sessions to empower community members with knowledge of legal rights and services.
- Forged strategic partnerships with local organizations to enhance service delivery and engagement initiatives.
- Directed social media campaigns to enhance awareness of legal aid services.
- Evaluated community needs by conducting surveys and analyzing feedback to drive program enhancements.
Law Clerk Intern
Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Executed comprehensive legal research to enhance case preparation and documentation.
- Composed memoranda and briefs for attorney review, ensuring clarity and precision in legal documentation.
- Facilitated discovery processes by organizing evidence and relevant case materials.
- Partnered with attorneys to formulate case strategies and enhance client communication.
- Oversaw case file management, ensuring organization and adherence to legal standards.
- Facilitated court hearings by summarizing proceedings and documenting outcomes.
- Crafted comprehensive summaries of legal precedents to enhance strategic planning for ongoing cases.
- Refined legal research capabilities through effective utilization of diverse databases and resources for case preparation.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Facilitated daily classroom activities and learning processes for students with disabilities.
- Facilitated collaboration with educators to design tailored education plans for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated implementation of behavioral management strategies to enhance positive student interactions.
- Oversaw student progress and documented observations to enhance instructional strategies.
- Orchestrated small group instruction to enhance engagement and comprehension of curriculum materials.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
DirectEd Educational Services
08.2016 - 09.2019
- Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Managed classroom environments, fostering positive behavior and engagement among students.
- Collaborated with permanent staff to ensure continuity and consistency in instructional delivery.
- Implemented classroom activities that promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Provided individualized support to students, enhancing their academic performance and confidence.
- Developed strong relationships with students, promoting a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance lesson delivery and student interaction.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Education
Doctorate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
California Intercontinental University
Sioux Falls, SDMBA - Business Administration And Management
California Intercontinental University
Sioux Falls, SD10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Johnson C. Smith University
Charlotte, NC05.2019
Skills
- Team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Marketing
- Entrepreneurial and innovative
- Ethics and integrity
- Client engagement
- Contract negotiation
- Organizational structuring
- Strategic planning
- Visionary leadership
- Start-up operations
- Strategic vision
- Negotiation
- Customer focus
- Operations management
- Business planning
- Goal setting
- Growth mindset
- Market Knowledge
- Revenue generation
- Staff management
- Consulting
- Business administration
- Business development
- Partnership building
- Corporate governance
- Financial management
- Investor relations
- Industry expertise
- Legal compliance
- Talent acquisition
- Succession planning
- Board reporting
- Policies and procedures development
- Board collaboration
- Performance assessments
- Team building
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of seven in the development of Pure Heart Academy Charter School
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved effective results through effectively helping with implementation.
Affiliations
Black Women Lawyers
Thurgood Marshall Bar Association
Johnson C. Smith University Alumni
Certification
California Department of Social Services Group Home Administrators
State of California Mandated Reporter
Timeline
Founder/C.E.O
Pure Heart Homes Inc/ Pure Heart Academy
03.2024 - Current
Community Engagement Specialist
National Legal Aid & Defender Services
11.2023 - 05.2025
Law Clerk Intern
Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office
06.2023 - 11.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional
Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District
09.2019 - 06.2021
Substitute Teacher, K-12
DirectEd Educational Services
08.2016 - 09.2019
Business Owner
Write The Vision Entertainment L.L.C.
04.2014 - Current
Doctorate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
California Intercontinental University
MBA - Business Administration And Management
California Intercontinental University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Johnson C. Smith University