Yovan Samuel Collado, Esq.
Attorney
3666 Varian Avenue Bronx
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented attorney, offering a strong background in both private and public service settings. Demonstrated ability to cultivate meaningful relationships with stakeholders from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Known for maintaining the utmost professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity in all endeavors and an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Director of Community Relations
Carpenter Contractor Alliance Of Metropolitan NY
03.2021 - Current
- Establish and nurture partnerships with local organizations, community leaders, and elected officials, enhancing the organization's reputation and fostering community support.
- Lead the development and implementation of community outreach programs, resulting in increased brand visibility and positive community relationships.
- Successfully organize and execute community events, including volunteer initiatives and educational workshops, engaging diverse audiences and generating substantial participation.
- Advise and collaborate with marketing team on community-centric initiatives, aligning outreach efforts with overall marketing strategies and objectives.
Deputy Director
Housing Rights Initiative
04.2018 - 04.2021
- Planned and managed community outreach meetings where tenants were advised of their rights and connected to legal support leading to over 50 class action lawsuits and over $1 Million in rent refunds.
- Conducted comprehensive policy research at the local, state, and federal level, collaborating with elected officials to provide input on legislative solutions for housing issues.
- Utilized proactive analysis of large datasets to identify patterns of fraud, enabling the development of strategic goals to further advocacy efforts.
- Designed, implemented, and managed a housing discrimination testing and outreach program, ensuring fair and equal treatment for all housing seekers.
Private Client Banker
JP Morgan Chase & Co., Consumer and Community Bank
08.2011 - 04.2018
- Managed a portfolio of assigned high-net-worth clients, actively engaging with them through in-person meetings, phone calls, and email communication to establish trust, cultivate long-term relationships, and understand their financial needs.
- Acted as a liaison with specialists, including Financial Advisors, Mortgage Bankers, and Business Relationship Managers, to connect clients with the appropriate experts who could address their specific financial needs.
Education
J.D. -
City University of New York School of Law
Long Island City, NY 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Lehman College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY 05.2001 -
Skills
Public Service
- Commissioner, New York State Independent Redistricting Commission, Appointed by the Speaker of the New York State Assembly.
- Commissioner, New York City Districting Commission, Appointed by the Speaker of the New York City Council.
Certification
Columbia Business School Developing Leaders Program For Nonprofit Professionals
Board Memberships
- Nonprofit Board Member, Housing Rights Initiative
- Nonprofit Board Member, Poder Inc.
Timeline
Director of Community Relations
Carpenter Contractor Alliance Of Metropolitan NY
03.2021 - Current
Deputy Director
Housing Rights Initiative
04.2018 - 04.2021
Private Client Banker
JP Morgan Chase & Co., Consumer and Community Bank
08.2011 - 04.2018
J.D. -
City University of New York School of Law
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Lehman College of The City University of New York
05.2001 -
Columbia Business School Developing Leaders Program For Nonprofit Professionals
2019-03
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