Debra Means-West

Debra Means-West is a seasoned non-profit professional with over 15 years of experience excelling in providing strategic direction and oversight to program teams.

With a diverse skill set that includes network development, advocacy, program management, strategic planning and reporting, business development, grants management, and workforce development, Debra has championed initiatives in immigrant integration, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in History and English from Kean University, studies in Liberal Arts and Humanities at Howard University, and a Strategic Management Graduate Certificate from Harvard Extension School.

Debra has held various key roles in prestigious organizations, including Director of Resource and Network Development, Co-Founder and Director of North American Operations, Associate Director of Knowledge Management and Network Development, Program Manager for Global Talent Bridge, Consultant for Global Talent Bridge, Program Director at Upwardly Global, Program Manager for Employment Services at Upwardly Global, Placement Specialist at Upwardly Global, Professional Development Coordinator at National Employment Services Association, Manager of Learning & Development at Diversity@work Australia Inc, and Learning and Development Specialist at Diversity@Work Australia.