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Kwame Flaherty

@kwameflaherty

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I lead national workforce initiatives, partnerships, and funding strategies that advance economic mobility.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead workforce development, economic mobility, or community investment initiatives where I can build cross-sector partnerships, secure funding, scale programs, and translate emerging workforce trends into measurable impact.

At the National Urban League, I lead a $17M national workforce portfolio across 13 markets, expanding technology career pathways, AI and digital workforce readiness, and economic mobility. I’ve secured more than $20M in federal, philanthropic, and corporate funding while guiding the Urban Tech Jobs Program, partnerships, reporting, and grant compliance.

Previously at LISC, I managed a $6M+ national community investment portfolio across 30+ markets and directed 150+ corporate-sponsored projects. I build cross-sector partnerships, strengthen impact measurement, and translate workforce trends into measurable community outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Director, Workforce Development

Current

National Urban League

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Lead a $17M national workforce portfolio spanning 13 markets, focusing on youth workforce development, justice-involved young adults, and technology career pathways. Secure over $20M in funding and build partnerships to advance economic mobility.

Workforce Development Strategic Partnerships Grant Management Program Design AI and Digital Workforce Readiness Fundraising Stakeholder Engagement Compliance

Senior Program Officer

Local Initiatives Support Corporation

Sep 2016 - Jan 2022 (5 years 4 months)

• Managed a $6M+ national community investment portfolio supporting workforce development and economic mobility initiatives across 30+ markets.
• Directed 150+ corporate-sponsored capital and community development projects, increasing partner engagement by 40%.
• Strengthened funder and corporate partner retention by 20% through strategic relationship management and stakeholder engagement.

Grants Review Project Management Process Improvement

Program Officer

Local Initiatives Support Corporation

Sep 2010 - Sep 2016 (6 years)

• Created fundraising strategies resulting in two new multimillion-dollar funding streams, expanding operational revenue.
• Increased departmental funding by 20% through strategic donor cultivation and partnership marketing.
• Created program communication and event protocols, ensuring alignment with the organization, funder, and community stakeholder mission and goals.