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Jerry Roberts
Nonprofit Executive Skilled in: Philanthropy|Education|Community|Workforce Development|Equity, Justice, Diversity & Inclusion
Jerry Roberts is a distinguished individual known for his exceptional collaboration skills and commitment to driving positive systemic change in communities.
With a background in workforce development, Jerry has been instrumental in helping organizations transition towards their next phase of growth and fostering dialogues among regional leaders to encourage collaboration and find sustainable solutions.
As a frontline observer of job and economic challenges faced by communities, Jerry is a sought-after public speaker on topics like workforce needs, social enterprise, poverty, racism, equity, and economic opportunities.
His rich expertise spans various sectors including corporate, nonprofit, and philanthropy, allowing him to offer valuable insights and wield influence within organizations.
In terms of education, Jerry holds a Master of Science in Cultural Foundations of Education, a Bachelor of Science in Education, and a Bachelor of Arts in Theology.
Throughout his career, Jerry has held key roles at prominent organizations such as Executive Director at Milwaukee Area Workforce Funding Alliance, Chief Program Officer at Communities In Schools of Central Texas, Senior Director of Strategy and Innovation at Midwest Urban Strategies, and President of the Board of Directors at Milwaukee Area Workforce Funding Alliance.
He has also contributed to Bader Philanthropies, Inc. as a Program Officer, served as an Adjunct Professor at Concordia University Wisconsin, led the Business Division Team at Milwaukee Area Workforce Investment Board, and functioned as the Vice President and Community Banking Manager at Wells Fargo.
Jerry's expertise includes areas such as race, equity (racial, gender, LGBTQ), workforce planning and support, justice, systems thinking, grant making, grant evaluation, program analysis, program development, relationship management, strategic planning, change management, operations management, business planning, project management, community education, organizing, team development, motivational speaking, facilitation, and grant writing.