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Malik Ray

@malikray

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I build scaled executive communities and strategic partnerships that drive measurable growth and impact.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a mission-driven role where I can scale membership or executive programs, translate member signals into strategy, and build partnerships that deliver measurable growth—while collaborating closely across teams.

I lead strategy and growth for membership communities and executive platforms, turning member insight into sustainable programs. Most recently, I built and scaled a national executive membership community for 290+ K-12 superintendents across 40+ states—generating the organization’s first $500K+ in annual membership revenue.

I designed the full membership lifecycle (prospecting, onboarding, engagement strategy, and renewals) and helped launch the organization’s first dues-based membership model, converting a grant-supported network into a sustainable community. Earlier, at World 50 Group, I co-conceptualized and managed a global executive platform that produced $4M+ in ROI through increased member value and enterprise adoption, and I’ve also brought a client- and learner-centered mindset from roles in financial advising and elementary instruction.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Director, Strategic Partnerships

Current

National System Leader Network

Sep 2023 - Present (2 years 8 months)

Built and scaled a national executive membership community for 290+ K-12 superintendents across 40+ states, driving the organization's first $500K+ in annual membership revenue. Led the membership lifecycle and launched the first dues-based model by converting a grant-supported network into a sustainable community.

Strategic Partnerships Membership Development Go To Market Strategy Stakeholder Management Program Strategy Revenue Growth

Senior Producer / Co-Product Manager

World 50 Group

Feb 2019 - Sep 2023 (4 years 7 months)

Translated executive market signals and member research into scalable offerings, and co-led a global executive platform that generated $4M+ in ROI through increased member value and enterprise adoption. Designed and facilitated executive convenings and cross-functionally aligned sales and member experience to support business growth.

Product Strategy Market Research Program Management Convenings Platform Community Programming ROI Optimization Cross functional Leadership

Financial Advisor

Northwestern Mutual

Aug 2018 - Jan 2019 (5 months)

Owned the full advisory sales cycle from prospecting and discovery through proposal, close, and ongoing client relationship management. Advised clients on budgeting, asset allocation, risk management, and long-term wealth planning while driving referrals and repeat engagement.

Financial Advisory Sales Cycle Management Client Relationship Management Wealth Planning Asset Allocation Risk Management Budgeting Client Management

Elementary Instructor

Teach For America

Aug 2015 - May 2018 (2 years 9 months)

Designed culturally responsive instruction and differentiated learning plans to drive measurable student growth in a high-accountability environment. Built trust-based relationships with families through consistent communication and progress reporting, supporting district-level instructional priorities.

Instructional Design Culturally Responsive Teaching Lesson planning Family engagement Classroom Management