Nonprofit Executive/Writer/Consultant/ Law Student
Resume:
NONPROFIT EXECUTIVE/WRITER/CONSULTANT/ LAW STUDENT
Kisha Gibson
Gulfport, MS. 39501
********@***********.***
COMMITMENT
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
To advance diversification in the US Educational workforce. Advocate for under-served populations, equal rights, and equality for all. A success-driven visionary with 10 years of experience driving dramatic results in the non-profit sector.
• Spearheaded Colorado Department of Correction’s first prison reentry class for gang- affiliated and maximum-security inmates.
• Instituted training seminars to restructure the program evaluation process using qualitative and quantitative data measurement techniques for Colorado Department of Corrections executives.
• Developed an evidence-based juvenile diversion program for the Denver Department of Public Safety to combat youth gang violence.
• Designed a culturally responsive curriculum for Denver Public Schools and taught the course at Colorado High School Charter, GES.
• Facilitated educational workshops offering “Continuing Education Hours” to satisfy state licensing requirements for school administrators.
• Kiwanis Club of Denver Foundation’s first African American journalist.
• Founder of a nonprofit organization awarded a Congressional Letter of Appreciation during the first year of service.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
o Business & Functional Requirement Analysis
o Technical, Content, Legal, and Grant Writing
o Capacity Building & Constituent Engagement
o IT Governance & Web Design
o Organizational Development
o Strategic Planning & Execution
o Program & Curriculum Development
o Data Collection, KPI Indicators & Program Outcome Measurement PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE
FOUNDER/CEO, A TRUE CHANGE
July 2017 – Present
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to promote stability and guidance to inner-city at-risk youth and families by providing resources and education to ensure growth and elevation of thought while building a foundation for self-betterment, achievements, and positive lifestyle change.
• Structured the organization’s core functions in Administration, Finance, Communication, and Development.
• Established a remote, online, cloud-based, paperless organization.
• Inducted into President Obama’s My Brothers Keeper Program
(MBK25) by the Mayor of Denver, Colorado.
• Successfully submitted proposals securing various contracts including the City and County of Denver's Gang Reduction Initiative Denver (GRID)
• Established strategic partnerships with mission-aligned organizations advancing youth development, family involvement, and educational support programs and services.
• Earned Guidestar’s Platinum Seal of Transparency OPERATIONS DIRECTOR, SIMS-FAYOLA FOUNDATION
October 2016 – March 2018
MISSION STATEMENT
To improve the life outcomes and experiences of young men and boys of color and increase the capacity of the youth service professionals who work with them to provide their services through an equity and gender lens.
• Lead a youth mentor program in schools throughout the Denver Metro area.
• Restructured the staff policies and evaluation process.
• Introduced a virtual office platform to document staff collaboration and provide the ability to work with remote volunteers worldwide.
• Maintained and stabilized the foundation's contractual agreements.
• Responsible for a 60% budget increase by introducing a strategic marketing plan to generate daily leads.
• Facilitated community discussions engaging students, parents, educators, and government officials to address policy and program issues in public schools.
PROGRAM MANAGER, OPEN DOOR YOUTH GANG ALTERNATIVES July 2014 – July 2017
MISSION STATEMENT
We strive to establish credible education, sustained resources, and life-altering relationships with at-risk youth, their families, and the communities affected by gang culture, violence, and recruitment by providing alternative positive and structured activities, family support, and gang intervention services.
• Worked alongside the executive director to lead the organization through a substantial period of growth and transition.
• Overhauled programs to streamline operations and foster an atmosphere of accountability and empowerment.
• Taught weekly Reentry class curriculum and established individual support plans to reduce recidivism rates to foster successful reentry into the community.
• Maintained the contractual obligations of Colorado Department of Corrections for “Flippin the Script” reentry program.
• Redesigned the after-school program ensuring the ability to track student growth and measure program outcomes.
• Strengthened community relations by hosting parent meetings, and school events, while emphasizing volunteer retention.
• Created new PR materials, website redesign, and media advocacy to further the advancement of the organization’s mission.
• Organized meetings with city officials, government agencies, and constituent groups including boards, grassroots, and faith-based organizations.
BUSINESS CONSULTANT SERVICES
2008-Present
Provides various forms of writing, contracting, and consulting services customized for each client’s unique circumstance.
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
EDUCATION FRONTRANGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE —WESTMINISTER COLORADO — UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GLOBAL CAMPUS —LARGO MARYLAND —
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