L- Howard
@l-howard
Nonprofit program development and strategic partnerships leader driving workforce impact.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
Results-driven nonprofit and business development leader with 8+ years of experience securing over $1M in grant and fundraising support, driving organizational growth, and strengthening sustainability for community-based organizations. Proven expertise in grant management, strategic communications, revenue diversification, and program development with a strong track record of increasing stakeholder engagement, improving operational capacity, and leading high-impact initiatives. Skilled at building collaborative partnerships, developing data-informed strategies, and helping organizations expand their reach, funding, and long-term impact—particularly within historically underrepresented communities. Holds advanced expertise in project management, marketing strategy, compliance oversight, and organizational leadership.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Principal Consultant
EmpowerUs Solutions Llc
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Lead strategic initiatives for nonprofit and community organizations, securing nearly $500,000 in funding while expanding programs and partnerships. Oversee grant compliance, reporting, and administration for federally and privately funded initiatives.
Development & Marketing Director
Central Georgia Council Bsa
Jan 2020 - Jan 2024 (4 years)
Managed an executive fundraising team generating approximately $700,000 annually, including securing and managing more than $460,000 in grant funding and $240,000 in fundraising revenue. Led marketing and stakeholder engagement strategies and oversaw budgeting, compliance, and performance evaluation for grant-funded initiatives.
Workforce Development Outreach
Central Georgia Council BSA
Jan 2018 - Jan 2023 (5 years)
Expanded workforce development access across twenty-four counties by establishing partnerships connecting participants to career exploration experiences. Built partnerships with 100+ business, education, nonprofit, and civic leaders, and administered grant-funded programs including compliance, budgets, reporting, and performance outcomes.
Workforce Development Senior Exec
Central Georgia Council Bsa
Jan 2018 - Jan 2023 (5 years)
Expanded workforce development access across twenty-four counties by establishing partnerships connecting participants to career exploration experiences. Cultivated 100+ business, education, nonprofit, and civic leaders, and administered grant-funded programs including compliance, budgets, reporting, and outcomes.
Marketing & Management Consultant
Quencie's Manor Llc
Jan 2016 - Jan 2017 (1 year)
Advised organizational leaders on operational processes, employee engagement, and business development strategies. Developed marketing and public relations initiatives and coordinated networking events and community outreach to support organizational growth.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Bellevue University
Master of Arts, Business Communication
Earned a Master of Arts in Business Communication from Bellevue University.
Wesleyan College
Bachelor of Arts, Communication
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Wesleyan College.
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