Resume

Delores A. Brown 323-***-**** ad40um@r.postjobfree.com

**** *** ******, *** *******, California 90043

Summary

Accomplished leader with 30+ years of experience in affordable housing development, community empowerment, and non-profit leadership. Proven track record of securing funding, managing projects, and fostering collaboration to build thriving communities. Skilled in strategic planning, fundraising, public relations, and mentorship.

Key Achievements

Raised over $124 million for community initiatives and affordable housing projects.

Developed and managed the construction/renovation of over 177 units of affordable housing.

Spearheaded the creation of a new private equity fund focused on minority business growth.

Led the acquisition and remodeling of 112 homes for first-time buyers.

Established long-term partnerships with community leaders, corporations, and philanthropists.

Professional Experience

President/CEO, Community Economic Development Corporation (1994 - Present)

Developed the Affordable Housing Recapture Initiative, acquiring and remodeling 100 homes.

Partnered with Clearinghouse CDFI to identify and develop Opportunity Zone projects.

Currently leading the development of a $160 million workforce housing project and other initiatives.

President/CEO, Institute for Maximum Human Potential (2005 - Present)

Oversaw strategic and operational leadership, raising over $4 million for community initiatives.

Built partnerships to advance policy and systems change, impacting South Los Angeles.

Managed diverse programs encompassing child welfare, economic development, and community engagement.

Additional Experience

Extensive executive leadership roles in non-profit organizations, banking institutions, and educational institutions.

Demonstrated expertise in fundraising, program development, public speaking, and community outreach.

Education

California State University Northridge, 1972-1975: Business Administration/Public Administration

Institute of Financial Education, 1978-1979: Certificate of Merit - Banking, Operations/Finance

Honors & Affiliations

University of Southern California LUSK Minority Program Real Estate

- Champion of Change Award (2012)

Advisory Board Chairperson New Markets Tax Credit, Partner/Consultant, Community Opportunity Zone Partner at Clearinghouse CDFI

Board Member/Volunteer Affiliations (Listed upon request)

Technical Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access)

Donor Perfect & Additional Donor Management Software

References

Available upon request.