Robert Lee
Birmingham
Summary
With a dedication to equality and fairness, I bring a unique perspective shaped by my upbringing in a challenging environment with limited resources. Renowned for my organizational skills and reliability, I excel in multitasking situations while maintaining a positive attitude to achieve our goals. Leveraging my experience as both a football coach and supervisor, I derive fulfillment from guiding my team to effectively meet deadlines. My responsibilities encompass task delegation, team training, constructive feedback provision, conflict resolution, and ensuring adherence to company protocols. I take pride in my exceptional communication and listening abilities, which foster a friendly and productive work environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Workforce Development
Edmundite Missions
04.2023 - Current
- Works closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversee operations and provide corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Monitors and coordinates workflows to optimize resources.
- Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential clients to drive business development.
- Formed First Workforce Advisory Council
- Assists in recruiting, hiring, and training of team members.
- Developed, maintained, and continually updated a three-year plan, aligned with funder and Missions priorities, for the creation and growth of a vocational education program at Edmundite Missions that centers on student/family recruitment, educational partnerships, education/training completion, and job success
- Manages the content of the high school interns program through the Alabama Power Foundation, in collaboration with the Director of the Bullock Community and Recreation Center and other Missions program managers
- Created and led implementation of all program dimensions and activities of the Center for Workforce Development
- Wrote and continually updated all program descriptions for internal and external use
- Manages Adult & Youth Programs through collaboration with the Conrad B. Hilton Foundation
- Manages High School Internship and First Year College Student internship program through the National Park Service
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
Coordinator, Hilton Culinary Art Entrepreneurship
Edmundite Missions
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
- Enhanced online presence with well-designed websites, engaging social media content, and targeted digital advertising campaigns.
- Established strong ties with alum networks to maintain long-term engagement and support future generations of entrepreneurs in their ventures.
- Collaborated on creating a comprehensive resource repository for entrepreneurs, including toolkits, templates, and guides to support their ongoing development.
- Built strong relationships with investors, fostering a network of funding opportunities for startups within the program.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key industry players to enhance brand visibility and credibility.
- Fostered strong relationships with suppliers.
- Developed successful entrepreneurship programs by conducting comprehensive market research and aligning with industry trends.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions for entrepreneurs on essential topics such as business planning, marketing strategy, and financial management.
- Managed financial resources effectively to ensure the sustainability and growth of the entrepreneurship development program.
- Attracted new talent into the entrepreneurship development program through targeted recruitment strategies and outreach efforts at universities, industry events, and online platforms.
Business Teacher
Selma High School
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Encouraged students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills.
- Utilized various technology tools and platforms to enhance student learning.
- Served on academic or administrative committees related to institutional policies, departmental matters and academic issues.
- Led group discussions and activities to stimulate student learning.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Determined business plan, mission statement, and vision.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help students evolve and grow.
College Recruiter
Miles College
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Communicated with prospective students to illustrate available financial aid opportunities.
- Provided financial aid counseling to enrolled and prospective students.
- Reviewed initial financial aid applications for accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
- Enforced discipline both on and off-field to lead team with highest personal standards.
Defensive Line Coach
Miles College
07.2016 - 06.2021
- Directed physical conditioning programs enabling athletes to achieve maximum performance.
- Managed football summer programs, tryouts, practice schedules and routines.
- Worked cooperatively with athletic program to provide positive leadership and coaching for team's defensive players.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
- 3х SIAC Champion 2015,2018,2019
- 3 All Americans
- 4 All Conference Players
- Walk-On Coordinator
- Recruited over 300 Student- Athletes to College Institution
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Miles College
Fairfield, Alabama12.2016
Skills
- Project Management
- Business Management Expertise
- Contract Management
- Management Workforce Development Initiatives
- Comprehensive Business Strategy Development
- Organizational Strategy
- Program Analysis
- Team Growth Strategies
- Schedule Management
- Effective Problem Resolution
- Community Relations Development
- Curriculum Deployment
- Student Participation
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- End-to-End Program Development
- Effective Public Speaking
- Analytical Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Attention to Detail
- Client Relationship Management
- Time Management
- Strong Organizational Abilities
- Informed Decision Making
- Employee Development
- Strategy Realignment
Timeline
Director of Workforce Development
Edmundite Missions
04.2023 - Current
Coordinator, Hilton Culinary Art Entrepreneurship
Edmundite Missions
04.2023 - Current
Business Teacher
Selma High School
12.2022 - 03.2023
College Recruiter
Miles College
09.2019 - 12.2021
Defensive Line Coach
Miles College
07.2016 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Miles College
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