Malikah Karim is the dynamic Chief Operating Officer at a national nonprofit specializing in community development development. With over 15 years of experience in operational leadership, Malikah has been instrumental in driving the company's growth, increasing efficiency, and spearheading initiatives that have reduced operational costs by 30%. Known for her strategic vision and collaborative approach, she has successfully navigated government and private sector partnerships that have expanded the footprint across multiple sectors. Malikah holds a wide variety of business experience and is a passionate advocate for making system thinking and process management accessible for small business owners.More...
Taya Jarman, MS, APR
Communications Director
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Taya Jarman, MS, APR is a seasoned professional in the field of strategic communications, currently assuming the role of Communications Director. She has a proven track record in designing and implementing successful communication strategies, as well as managing internal and external communications. Taya holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications and Leadership from Christopher Newport University and a Master’s degree in Strategic Public Relations from Virginia Commonwealth University where she studied abroad in China. She has worked in various industries, from public health to transportation and emergency management. Her core skills include strategic planning, branding, media relations, digital marketing, and crisis communication. Taya is highly skilled in using her communication prowess to shape public opinion, build brand awareness, measure results, and drive stakeholder engagement. Her ability to align communication efforts with organizational objectives has significantly contributed to the overall success of the companies she has worked with.More...
Xavier Kelly
Software Engineer@GitHub
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I'm a software engineer at GitHub, based in Washington, D.C., currently seeking a full-time software engineering position. I have 3+ years of professional experience in Ruby/Ruby on Rails with additional experience in Go and Python. My ideal environment is one that fosters growth and collaboration, and is characterized by a positive team and company culture that encourages innovation for customer benefit.More...