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cherida ekpunobi
Lead Education Consultant, American Job Center
Location: Meriden, CT United States
Joined: Jun 10th, 2021
About   (request update)
Leveraging 15 years of executive experience in business development and relationship management, I specialize in establishing strategic partnerships between corporations, non-profits, and community colleges. Focus on initiatives that include immersive learning, internships, apprenticeships, employee training, adult education, promoting diversity, leadership, conflict resolution and workforce development.
Utilizing 20 years of experience in teaching, community organization, and business management, I have expertise in multicultural education, student development, HR management, and curriculum design. Taught a wide range of subjects, including business, leadership, communication, human resources, and professional skills, both in traditional and non-traditional formats.
Current Whereabouts:
I am Lead Consultant and ABD my doctorate in Educational Leadership and organizational development. ABD July 2025.
Life & Professional Aspirations:
Board of Director for Ofoubi Organization Women of CT. Adjunct Professor for 22 years. (part time).
Education   (request update)
Sacred Heart Univ class of 1998
Undergrad Major: Business Administration
Claim To Fame:
Aspen University honorary student in Doctorate program.
Most Memorable Moment:
3.97 GPA currently
- College Not Listed - class of 2027
Grad Major: Education Administration
Experience
I currently work with American Job Center as Lead Education Consultant
I have 10 years of experience working in the Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration industry.
Regional Lead Consultant | American Job Center
From October 2015 to December 2025 • 10 year(s)
 •Demonstrate a strong ability to design innovative learning programs that drive behavior change. •Apply deep expertise in leadership development and manager effectiveness. •Leverage digital learning and AI to enhance learning outcomes. •Manage budget, resources, and training for development programs. •Build relationships with executives for employment opportunities and student placement. •Advise on career choices, create training curricula on diversity and inclusion. •Assist with skill assessments, provide training on platforms like Kenexa and Dynamics. •Effectively communicate with students, staff, external partners, and vendors through various channels (verbal, written, and electronic) to ensure smooth operations and successful partnerships. •Oversee payroll processing, manage timesheets for interns, on-the-job trainees (OJT), and full-time employees, ensuring accuracy and timely compensation. •Administer employee performance reviews, conduct evaluations, and support employee succession planning initiatives to foster career growth and organizational development.
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