Shelley Cameron
Merritt Island
Summary
Dynamic humanitarian, entrepreneur, writer, advocate, and adoptive mother dedicated to fostering sustainable skills and job opportunities for marginalized communities in Haiti. Committed to creating impactful change through innovative programs and grassroots initiatives that empower individuals and uplift families. Proven track record of collaboration with local organizations and stakeholders to enhance community resilience and economic development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder and CEO
Papillon Marketplace
01.2011 - Current
- Director of Papillon Marketplace, a social enterprise working in Port Au Prince, Haiti specializing in job creation in the artisan sector. Job responsibilities include product development, production, marketing, logistics, training, management of over 200 artisans, supply chain oversight and planning an annual seven figure budget in a very unique international context.
- Responsible to develop and execute comprehensive business strategies to drive growth and sustainability.
- Oversight of daily operations, ensuring effective resource allocation and operational efficiency.
Director
Papillon Empowerment 501 (c)3
01.2018 - Current
- Director of Papillon Empowerment 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Duties include grant writing, fundraising, relief and development efforts, managing the annual budget, communication with stakeholders including newsletters, relationship building and social media marketing.
Director
Apparent Project
08.2008 - 05.2013
- Founder and director of Apparent Project in Port Au Prince, Haiti. Oversaw the relief efforts for the 2010 earthquake. Supervised the construction of over 50 kit homes for shelter, distribution of food and medical aid as well as efforts to sustainable job placement and self-sufficiency.
- Coordinated fundraising events that engaged local communities and raised significant funds for sustainable development efforts.
- Led grant writing initiatives to secure funding for community empowerment projects.
Education
Master's of Nonprofit Management and Public Administration -
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12-2024
Bachelor's Degree - European Studies- German
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, Washington06-2000
Skills
- Entrepreneurship
- International Development
- Team Building
- Nonprofit Management
- Sustainability
- Marketing and Storytelling
- Fundraising
- Public Speaking
Accomplishments
- Author of Shelley in Haiti (2017) and The Orphan Gospels (2018)
- Digicel Entrepreneur of the Year (Women's Initiatives)- Haiti (2012)
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude (2000)
- Graduate School GPA 3.96
- Over a million dollars in grants and donations secured through fundraising efforts
- Digital Marketing Certificate- University of South Florida (2024)
- Featured in award winning film Poverty Inc.
Featured in award winning film Poverty Inc.
Award winning film highlights the need for entrepreneurship over aid in developing countries. Shelley was featured as an example of a business leader that was contributing to social entrepreneurship efforts in the country of Haiti.
Digicel Entrepreneur of the Year 2012- Haiti
Was awarded this prestigious award by the President of Haiti in recognition of entrepreneurship efforts in Haiti that benefit women.
Language
English- Native
Haitian Kreyol
Timeline
Director
Papillon Empowerment 501 (c)3
01.2018 - Current
Founder and CEO
Papillon Marketplace
01.2011 - Current
Director
Apparent Project
08.2008 - 05.2013
Master's of Nonprofit Management and Public Administration -
University of Central Florida
Bachelor's Degree - European Studies- German
Seattle Pacific University