Terry Wilson

Background

About Terry Wilson

First in the family to graduate from a High School and college, Terry is a graduate of Kaplan University now (Purdue University Global) with a Master of Science in Management (MScM) with a specialization in Project Management. A native Floridian, from the most diverse multicultural City of Miami. Terry’s experiences span over a decade and covers a broad spectrum of disciplines such as; grant writing, grants management, marketing and communication, finance, desktop publishing, graphic design, contracts management, compliance and monitoring. Proud Alumnus of Alabama A&M University (AAMU) Normal, Alabama and member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. since 1994. While working for the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) and the Cleveland Municipal School District’s, Terry ensured the implementation, accountability and compliance of local, state and federal agencies grant programs; policies, regulations, and procedures. A Transformational Leader and professional coach and mentor, Terry’s guidance ensured the fidelity of federally and privately funded programs and streamlined operations of complex federally mandated programs in excess of millions of dollars. A go-to-guy for planning and kick starting projects he was able to create solid partnerships in the community with private and non-profit organizations while working for the Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce; the District of Columbia Public Schools; and the Cleveland Municipal School District (CMSD). Terry has written and collaborated to submit grant proposals, developed grants with community partners, responded to RFPs/RFQs, managed and administered local and state contracts. He has demonstrated a record of success by securing funding and delivery of services to countless schools and members in the community. His background and experiences with project management allows him to strategically complete, plan and organize projects that finish on time and within the allowable budgetary spending parameters. His success can be attributed to his ‘never give up’ attitude and a willingness to think outside the perennial box. Most of his experiences are drawn from the public education and nonprofit sectors of business and government. Entrusted at every stage and level of his career as reliable and stable go-to-guy and one who gets the job done and on time, he sees challenges not as difficulties or barriers but opportunities to grow and meet.