TODD A. FRANCIS
Summary
Senior Executive bringing 20+ years of experience and a wealth of experience and a proven track record of shaping community-based education programs for success. Visionary approach to transformative leadership, integrating successful enrichment programs and initiatives, enhancing learning environments, and promoting excellence through the transformative power of leadership.
Results-driven business professional prepared for high-impact roles. Extensive experience in shaping business strategies and fostering innovation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting to changing needs. Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and team leadership.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-founder/ Entrepreneur and Chief Operating Officer
Sykes Capital Management
01.2021 - Current
- Transformative Leadership: Unique ability to harness the power of cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems and drive transformative change
- Share the Vision: Expansion FY 2025 and Beyond Establishing the company's vision through strategic planning, financial optimization, and operational adjustments to maximize the company's value and attractiveness for investor interests
- Leading strategic growth initiatives that expanded AI-driven education technology programs, increasing operational efficiency by 30% and growing the platform's client base by 25% within two years
- Developed and implemented a company-wide project management framework, optimizing resources for AI software deployment projects and achieving 95% on-time project delivery across all major initiatives
- Spearheaded partnerships with leading educational institutions, launching the AI Technology Exposure Academy and Court Culture Leadership Academy at NYU's Tandon School of Engineering, serving over 200 students in its inaugural year
- Managed financial operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maintaining profitability during periods of economic uncertainty.
- Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
Intergovernmental Manager of Partnerships and Programs
NYC Department of Education
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Directed a portfolio of education and workforce development programs for 130+ Career and Technical Education (CTE) high schools, 300 programs impacting over 78,000 students annually
- Managed program budgets exceeding $2M, ensuring financial sustainability and achieving a 20% cost reduction through process improvements and network intermediaries /vendor negotiations
- Oversaw the CTE Industry Scholars Program (ISP), fostering strategic partnerships with industry leaders, resulting in a 15% increase in student internship placements across diverse industries
- Launched the NASDAQ partnership on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, engaging 120+ professionals and 1000 students in career-building sessions, which led to a 10% increase in post-program career readiness opportunities for participating students
- Led the creation of the CTE Experiential Learning & Career Development resource guide, utilized by 200+ educators and administrators to improve student career readiness, contributing to a 12% increase
- Supervised large-scale project teams in partnership with key industry stakeholders, delivering initiatives on time and within budget with a 98% success rate
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Strategic Planning and Community Engagement Coordinator
City of New York (DYCD)
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Developed and executed strategic community engagement plans, driving collaboration between 30+ community-based organizations (CBOs), impacting over 7,000 youth annually through sports and education programs
- Negotiated a partnership with the NFL for the NFL Flag program, successfully piloting a citywide initiative that reached 1,500+ participants in its first year, exceeding engagement targets by 20%
- Established the USA Basketball NYC Leadership and Coaches Academy, providing training for 130 CBO educators and staff, improving youth development outcomes by 15% across participating organizations
- Coordinated cross-functional collaborations between different departments within the organization enabling a cohesive approach towards achieving common goals related to community development.
- Supported internal teams in their community outreach efforts by providing resources, guidance, and coordination services.
Education
Master of Science - Sports Management
Long Island University, Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment
Brooklyn, NY03.2025
Master of Public Administration - Advanced Concentration in Leadership and Public Service
Long Island University, School of Business, Public Administration, and Information Management
Brooklyn, NYBachelor of Science - undefined
Virginia State University, Reginald F. Lewis College of Business
Petersburg, VASkills
- Problem-solving
- Strategic visioning
- Partnership cultivation
- Decision-making
- Operations management
- Customer relationship management
- Visionary leadership
- Staff management
- Stakeholder relations
- Strategic partnerships
- Project management
- Business development
- Relationship and team building
- Leadership and people development
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
Summary Of Qualifications
Senior Executive bringing 20+ years of experience and a wealth of experience and a proven track record of shaping community-based education programs for success. Visionary approach to transformative leadership, integrating successful enrichment programs and initiatives, enhancing learning environments, and promoting excellence through the transformative power of leadership., Education Administration / Program Management, Problem Solving (Theory of Change TOC and Design Thinking), Performance Metrics, Innovation and Adaptability, Transformative Leadership, Budget and Resource Management, Team Empowerment, Stakeholder Engagement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Continuous Learning and Improvement, Strategic Planning, Partnerships, and Execution
Timeline
Co-founder/ Entrepreneur and Chief Operating Officer
Sykes Capital Management
01.2021 - Current
Intergovernmental Manager of Partnerships and Programs
NYC Department of Education
01.2018 - 12.2021
Strategic Planning and Community Engagement Coordinator
City of New York (DYCD)
01.2015 - 12.2018
Master of Public Administration - Advanced Concentration in Leadership and Public Service
Long Island University, School of Business, Public Administration, and Information Management
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Virginia State University, Reginald F. Lewis College of Business
Master of Science - Sports Management
Long Island University, Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment
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