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Chanell Joseph

@chanelljoseph

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Results-driven project management professional with 25 years of experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a strategic leadership role that fosters innovation, supports team growth, and drives measurable impact.

I am a certified Project Management Professional (PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM) with over 25 years of experience leading complex, multi-million-dollar projects across various sectors, including nonprofit and corporate environments. My expertise lies in client and stakeholder relationship management, milestone delivery, resource allocation, and budget oversight. I have a proven track record of driving innovation and leading high-performing teams to deliver measurable impact.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed multiple large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and timelines. My strong background in strategic planning, systems implementation, and cross-departmental collaboration has enabled me to build and mentor diverse teams while driving organizational growth. I am passionate about creating scalable infrastructures and optimizing team performance through targeted systems enhancements and agile practices.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Project & Operations Management

Kings Against Violence Initiative, Inc.

Nov 2020 - Nov 2024 (4 years)

Led end-to-end operations and program execution for youth-centered nonprofit initiatives, managing multiple simultaneous projects with city agencies, hospitals, and schools. Oversaw full product deployment cycles, strategic communications, and developed operational systems for project tracking and funder reporting. Directed hiring, DEI strategies, budget planning, and legal compliance for multimil

Project Management Operations Management Program Execution Budgeting Stakeholder Management Strategic Communications Deployment Legal Compliance Vendor Management

Executive Assistant to CFO & CSO

MV Transportation

Apr 2019 - Apr 2020 (1 year)

Managed and updated calendars, travel arrangements, and team meetings for C-suite executives. Contributed to KPI development, strategic financial planning, and supported enterprise-wide transformation initiatives. Managed executive dashboards, business development pipelines, and content for the Finance and Accounting SharePoint intranet.

Calendar Management Travel Coordination KPIs Financial Planning SharePoint Business Development

Sr. Executive Assistant to Division President & Executive Team

Republic Services

Jul 2014 - Jan 2019 (4 years 6 months)

Supported the Division President and 8 senior leaders in managing operations for an $80M+ energy services division. Coordinated executive calendars, travel, expense reports, and internal communications, while also managing financial and performance reporting. Led onboarding, employee engagement, and HR policy implementation across the division, directing office operations including procurement and

Operations Management Financial Reporting Performance Tracking HR Policies Employee Engagement Office Management Procurement IT Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Project Management Institute

PMI-ACP, Project Management

Achieved the Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) designation. Validated expertise in agile principles, tools, and techniques for managing complex projects.

US Careers Institute

Certification, Event Planning

Completed a certification program in Event Planning. Gained practical skills and knowledge essential for organizing and managing various types of events.

Project Management Institute

PMP, Project Management

Earned the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, a globally recognized standard for project management excellence. Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge in initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing projects.

Dillard University

Bachelor of Arts, Social Sciences, Public Policy

Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences with a concentration in Public Policy. Studied foundational concepts in social structures, governance, and policy analysis, preparing for roles in public service and administration.

Scrum Alliance

Certified Scrum Master, Project Management

Obtained the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) credential, demonstrating proficiency in Scrum framework and agile methodologies. Focused on facilitating team collaboration and efficient project delivery.