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Thomas Mayfield

Vicksburg,MS

Summary

Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with a good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director

Mississippi Kidney Foundation
05.2022 - Current
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Built relationships with donors, government officials, and other organizations to secure funding and support for the organization.
  • Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
  • Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
  • Project Manager for Advancing Health Equity in Chronic Kidney Disease: Changing the Narrative to Serve Mississippi's Most Equitable Population
  • Author of Mississippi View of COVID-19 and Kidney Failure in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology
  • Founder/Host of Mississippi Kidney Foundation Podcast and Virtual Support Group

Morning Radio Host

WVBG Radio
07.2019 - Current
  • Operated studio equipment and produced show advertisements.
  • Interviewed show guests and moderated discussions.
  • Researched topics for comment and discussion.
  • Made promotional appearances at public events.
  • Delivered exceptional programming to audience members by always researching events, guests, and programs thoroughly.

Organizer

ROC United
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Used excellent communication skills to delegate tasks and achieve successful event outcomes.
  • Utilized project management skills to meet event deadlines and complete requirements.
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive organizational strategies to maximize productivity.
  • Participated in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns
  • Organizer for restaurant workers
  • Advocate for labor relations with State politicians
  • Founder of the ROC United Virtual Happy Hour with State Legislators
  • Founder of the ROC United raise the wage coalition

Project Manager

Care 4 Mississippi Medicaid Expansion
12.2021 - 06.2022
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Coalition Building with state non-profits to support medicaid expansion
  • Lobbied at the Mississippi State Capitol
  • Coordinator events with more than 50 worker participants

Career Advisor/ Teacher

Vicksburg Warren School District
07.2015 - 06.2021
  • Connected with business and recruiters to build relationships and increase opportunities for students.
  • Developed career and education plans based on individual needs.
  • Equipped students with job search skills to increase success chances.
  • Attended job fairs and visited classrooms to provide wide range of information to prospective job seekers.
  • Social Studies teachers
  • Maintained relationships with community members and students for future reference.
  • Led workshops for job seekers to provide information on job searching, application completion, and resume building.
  • Founder of GIVE, the Gator Career Closet, and Vicksburg High School Student Ambassadors

Education

Master of Science - Workforce Education Leadership

Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS
05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Social Studies Education

Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS
05.2015

Skills

    • Client Service
    • Member Databases
    • Financial Management
    • Team Leadership
    • Community Builder
      • Public Speaking
      • Media Relations
      • Project Management
      • Outreach Programs
      • Program Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Mississippi State Department of Education Teacher Advisory Council
  • Public author of Mississippi View of COVID-19 and Kidney Failure in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.
  • Awarded the Mt. Pisgah Community Service Award for outstanding service to the community.
  • Outstanding Young Alcornite for Community Service 2022
  • Awarded For Colored Girls Leadership Award for Outstanding Community Service

Affiliations

  • Alport Syndrome Emerging Leadership Council
  • State Health Improvement Plan Diabetes and Youth Prevention Task Force
  • Diabetes Advisory Council Task Force Board Member
  • Mississippi Economic Council Leadership Mississippi
  • Southern Poverty Law Center Advocacy Institute Member
  • Mississippi Black Leadership Institute


Timeline

Executive Director

Mississippi Kidney Foundation
05.2022 - Current

Project Manager

Care 4 Mississippi Medicaid Expansion
12.2021 - 06.2022

Organizer

ROC United
06.2021 - 08.2023

Morning Radio Host

WVBG Radio
07.2019 - Current

Career Advisor/ Teacher

Vicksburg Warren School District
07.2015 - 06.2021

Master of Science - Workforce Education Leadership

Alcorn State University

Bachelor of Science - Social Studies Education

Alcorn State University

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