Shamika N
@shamikan
Experienced Grants and Compliance Expert with a passion for securing funding and managing grants.
What I'm looking for
As a dedicated Grants and Compliance Expert, I bring over five years of experience in securing and managing grants, ensuring compliance, and optimizing processes for various organizations. My expertise includes grant writing, project lifecycle management, and financial compliance, with a strong track record of securing over $20M in funding for clients focused on social justice and clean energy.
In my current role as Founder and Principal Grant Consultant at Summit Grant Solutions, I have managed complex grant portfolios totaling over $75M, streamlining fund utilization and ensuring full compliance with federal and industry-specific regulations. My efforts have reduced reporting timelines by 40% and enhanced internal processes through tailored solutions and team training.
My professional journey includes key roles such as Compliance Manager at Commonwealth Fusion Systems and Grants Manager at Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation, where I developed compliance programs, managed multi-million dollar grant portfolios, and improved operational efficiency. I am committed to strategic leadership, continuous learning, and process optimization, with a resilient, solutions-oriented approach to every challenge.
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Founder and Principal Grant Consultant
Summit Grant Solutions
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year)
Providing expert grant consulting for academic, private, and nonprofit sector clients focused on social justice and clean sustainable energy, securing over $20M in funding. Managing complex grant portfolios totaling $75M+, ensuring compliance with federal and industry-specific regulations.
Compliance Manager
Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Jul 2023 - Oct 2023 (3 months)
Developed and launched a corporate compliance program that reduced regulatory risks by 35%. Partnered with legal and finance teams to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, resulting in successful audits with zero penalties.
Government Programs Finance Manager
Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Nov 2022 - Nov 2022 (0 months)
Managed a $50M annual grant portfolio, ensuring proper fund allocation and compliance. Revamped grant management systems, improving reporting timelines by 75% and achieving 100% audit compliance.
Grants Administrator
Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Mar 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year 8 months)
Managed $50M+ in federal awards, ensuring compliance and improving tracking and reporting accuracy. Increased grant applications by 15% through strategic research.
Grants Manager
Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation
Jul 2019 - Feb 2021 (1 year 7 months)
Directed the allocation of $30M in funding across civil legal aid organizations. Developed audit procedures achieving a 100% compliance rate during reviews.
Grants & Data Coordinator
The Children’s Room: Center for Grieving Children & Teens
Apr 2017 - Jul 2019 (2 years 3 months)
Secured $10M through grant applications, increasing donor engagement by 15%. Streamlined processes to improve data accuracy and reduce administrative time.
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