Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court, excelling in partnership development and effective communication. Achieved a 15% increase in organizational profits through strategic community outreach and relationship building. Skilled in marketing and crisis management, driving impactful initiatives that enhance engagement and foster growth.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Relations Coordinator
Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court
Cleveland, OH
01.2015 - Current
Establish and manage partnerships with local organizations for youth community service placements, ensuring compliance with legal employment standards
Evaluate and match youth to appropriate work opportunities based on assessed skills and maturity, followed by thorough orientation and expectation setting
Monitor youth performance, facilitate job placements, and complete necessary reporting, contributing to a 15% increase in organizational profits through enhanced community outreach
Consultant
Advanced Federated Protection Inc
Cleveland, OH
01.2014 - Current
Develops integrated branding, marketing, and public relations campaigns to target primary demographics, enhancing sales and brand awareness
Designs and manages marketing initiatives using competitive market analysis and leverages multiple platforms, including digital advertisements and social media
Coordinates public relations and outreach events to forge strategic alliances and partnerships, fostering business relationships and resource expansion
Creates engaging content and employs social media strategies to boost web traffic and client presence, resulting in measurable growth in sales
Monitors and adapts to emerging technologies, industry trends, and search engine algorithms to develop brand strategies and maintain competitive market positioning
President
Real Talk Live
Cleveland, OH
01.2013 - Current
Oversee the production, writing, editing, and directing of engaging content for a live-broadcast talk show, focusing on human interest, current events, and real-life issues to enhance listener engagement
Manage the review and editing process of recorded interviews and news stories, ensuring high-quality content for broadcast
Handle guest acquisition, schedule coordination, budget administration, and monitoring of show metrics to optimize operations
Develop and implement marketing campaigns based on competitive market analysis and manage public relations initiatives to foster strategic partnerships and organizational growth
Membership Director
YMCA of Greater Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
01.2007 - 01.2015
Directed membership initiatives, achieving targets by delivering high-quality member support and enhancing satisfaction and retention
Devised and administered the annual membership budget, ensuring cost-effective resource utilization
Crafted and implemented marketing strategies across various media platforms to strengthen community engagement and drive membership growth
Orchestrated special events and promotional activities that fortified the referral network and bolstered new member acquisition
Admission Counselor
Sanford Brown College
Middleburg Heights, OH
01.2005 - 01.2007
Youth Initiatives Coordinator
West Side Ecumenical Ministry
Cleveland, OH
01.2002 - 01.2005
Public Relations/Media Director
Cleveland City Council Campaign
Cleveland, OH
01.1997 - 01.2002
Substitute Teacher
Cleveland Board of Education
Cleveland, OH
01.1994 - 01.2001
Education
Certification in Rewire Cognitive Behavorial Theory -
ROCA Impact Institute
01.2024
Certification in Impact of Trauma on Development and Delinquency -
School or University
01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English and Communications
Ohio University
Cleveland, OH
06.1994
Certification in Child Abuse, Neglect, and Mandatory Training -
Training / Courses
Certification in Unlocking the Power of Restorative Justice -
Training / Courses
Certification in Crisis Prevention Juvenile Suicide -