Connell Wise

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Connell Wise's Bio:

Connell Wise's Experience:

• Chapter Founding President at Epsilon Sigma Alpha International

  2013 - Present

  Founding Chaper Member Serve as Fraternity Chief Executive Serve as Cheif Recuriter Serve as Liaison between ESA HQ and the University Helped Organize Chapter Community Invovlement

• Ward 5 Campaign Fellow at Jack Evans For D.C. Mayor

  September 2013 - December 2013

  1. Recruiting volunteers. 2. Organizing contact information for volunteers and being aware of what volunteers are willing to do. 3. Scheduling volunteers to work shifts and complete projects. 4. Supervising volunteers as they do their duties (including door-to-door canvassers, meet and greet staff, and office volunteers). 5. Recognize volunteers who go above and beyond, and promoting them. 6. Overseeing and assisting with the training of volunteers

• Assistant Manager at Donaldson Run Recreation Association

  April 2013 - September 2013

  - Handle Cash - Light Bookkeeping - Assign task to staff - Serve as Customer Service Officer - Assist General Manager with daily Operations -Managed 43 Staff members

• Founder & Cheif Executive Officer at United States Youth Chamber of Commerce

  August 2008 - August 2013

  US Youth Chamber of Commerce Formally National Association of Youth-Owned Businesses --"The World's 1st Chamber of Commerce for 13-25 Year Old Business Executives and Social Change Makers." USYCC is an membership organization that is dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship and civic engagement, in 13-25 year old entrepreneurship, and to encourage the highest and noblest form of professionalism, and aid the community in its efforts to achieve higher social, economic, and intellectual status by continuing the change message through action.

• Legislative Assistant at United States Representative Nate Bennett-Flemming

  January 2013 - April 2013

  I Assist U.S. Representative Nate Bennett-Fleming a Member of the District of Columbia's delegation to the United States Congress. My responsibility is to help him advocate for D.C. congressional representation and local autonomy in the House of Representatives. Handle Inter-Government Affairs

• Director of Online Community Engagement / Political Consultant at 1911 United Super Political Action Committee

  February 2012 - February 2013

  Director of Online Engagement, is responsible for development of online marketing campaigns Engaging the online community on behalf of the Super PAC. The mission of 1911 United is to invigorate the electorate across all 7 battleground states to not only take responsibility for educating themselves on the electoral process, but to also encourage all who will listen to re-elect the President of the United States, Barack Obama. Yes, our goals include registering millions of voters. Yes, our goals include recruiting an army of volunteers for President Obama. However, our primary objective in this endeavor is to simply educate voters on the issues most pressing to their financial, social, educational, and occupational outlooks. People need to know who they are voting for and why. People need to be abreast of pertinent issues that will affect our children for years to come. This is why Ques and the Nupes have partnered up to spearhead a new movement for our country, an educationally uplifting and powerful movement.

• Employment Investigator / Work Force Development Specialist at D.C. Department of Employment Services

  August 2010 - September 2012

  Served as an Investigator for Summer Youth Employment Program as well as a Conflict Regulation Officer Functioned as a Liaison for the work-site to the Department of Employment Services Other tasks: collection and distribution of forms between work sites and OYP HQ; provision of technical assistance; monitoring of worksites for activities and enrichment; monitoring of time and attendance for participants; facilitation of communication between work sites and OYP HQ; and working to create a solid, enriching, smoothly run program for the youth of the District.

• Campaign Associate at Tim Day (R) For Ward 5 Councilmember

  February 2012 - May 2012

  1. Recruiting volunteers. 2. Organizing contact information for volunteers and being aware of what volunteers are willing to do. 3. Scheduling volunteers to work shifts and complete projects. 4. Supervising volunteers as they do their duties (including door-to-door canvassers, meet and greet staff, and office volunteers). 5. Recognize volunteers who go above and beyond, and promoting them. 6. Overseeing and assisting with the training of volunteers 7. Record and Edit Video Footage

• Clerk and Finance Director of the Corporation at The Learning Disability Association of Massachusetts

  December 2010 - March 2012

  Financial Management Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for all donor segments, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting. Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board of directors; assess any changes necessary. Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the ED; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status. Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting. Implement a robust contracts management and financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements. Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department's overall policy and procedure manual. Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to the board of directors. Human Resources, Technology and Administration Further develop of the Learning Disability Association of Massachusetts Nonprofit's human resources and administration, enhancing professional development, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training and recruiting. Ensure that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined. Establish and manage a comprehensive training program to educate employees regarding staff tools, policies and procedures. Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third-party vendors and consultants. Oversee administrative functions as well as facilities to ensure efficient and consistent operations as the organization scales.

• Center Staff-Intern at City of Boston

  September 2011 - December 2011

  -Supported Director of City Television -Recorded City Council Hearings and Event -Edited Television Programming -Assisted City Councilmembers

• Office of Presidential Correspondence Intern at The White House

  June 2011 - December 2011

  Supporting the President's effort to maintain a mutually beneficial dialogue with the American people, the Presidential Correspondence Office handles official correspondence on behalf of the President. From private citizens to civic organizations and elected officials, this office receives and responds to the spectrum of sundry letters the President receives. The Office of Presidential Correspondence drafts and produces presidential proclamations, messages, and greetings, and operates the White House Comment Line, which provides the President with rapid-fire feedback from the American people. Within Presidential Correspondence, the Gift Office documents and catalogues gifts sent to the First Family while the Agency Liaison Office works with constituents and federal agencies to facilitate a resolution to their problems. The office provides the President with daily samples of constituent mail to keep him apprised of the concerns and ideas of the American people.

• Director for Political Affairs at The National Youth Rights Association

  January 2011 - December 2011

  Represent the legislative and regulatory interests of group before the Executive branch, the congress, administrative agencies, state governments and foreign governments. Foster and maintain relationships with party organizations and other industry PACs. Develop relationships and regular meetings with other industry PACs Work well with colleagues inside and outside NYRA. Other duties and projects as assigned or directed

• Mayoral Appointed Commissioner at Executive Office of the Mayor,Office on Volunteerism : Serve D.C.

  November 2007 - October 2011

  The mission of Serve DC is to strengthen and promote the District of Columbia 's spirit of service through partnerships, national service and volunteerism. Serve DC focuses on three areas to accomplish this mission: Partnerships: Develops partnerships among civic groups, government agencies, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, corporations and small businesses and the faith-based community. National Service: Administers AmeriCorps programs in the District and facilitates collaboration among all national service programs* including Senior Corps, Learn and Serve, AmeriCorps*NCCC and AmeriCorps*VISTA. Volunteerism: Encourages citizens of all ages and backgrounds to address a variety of community needs by volunteering. Leads the Citizen Corps initiative, which provides citizens with opportunities to volunteer and make their communities safer, stronger and better prepared to address threats of terrorism, crime and disasters. The commission is a bipartisan group representing community-based, nonprofit, and faith-based organizations, government, education, youth, older adults, labor, national service, business and other partners.

• Business Consultant at Youth Venture Inc

  September 2009 - March 2010

  Our Venturers start businesses, civil society organizations and informal programs that address all kinds of social issues, including poverty, health, the elderly, the environment, education, diversity issues, and the arts. Youth Venture helps our Venturers through this process of designing and launching their ventures, providing guidance, how-to's, and a process for designing and pitching a venture idea. When the Venture team is ready to launch, Youth Venture offers: oSeed funding of up to $1,000 oGuidance, tools and support oAllies who provide advice, mentoring and expertise oA supportive network of fellow Youth Venturers oIdentity as part of movement toward youth-led social change

• Founder & CEO at Connell Wise Broadcasting Network

  January 2007 - August 2009

  C.W.B.N. (Connell Wise Broad Casting Network) an online news website that gives teens a place to report what is happening in their community and offers a forum to discuss how they feel about it.

• Campaign Fellow at Obama for America

  May 2008 - September 2008

  I as a fellow learnt the ins and outs of a political campaign, retired and hoping to raise my level of commitment. I was relying on energetic and passionate myself and people from across the country to help build our grassroots campaign.

• Community Organizer at Adrain M. Fenty For Mayor

  September 2005 - December 2006

  1. Recruiting volunteers. 2. Organizing contact information for volunteers and being aware of what volunteers are willing to do. 3. Scheduling volunteers to work shifts and complete projects. 4. Supervising volunteers as they do their duties (including door-to-door canvassers, meet and greet staff, and office volunteers). 5. Recognize volunteers who go above and beyond, and promoting them. 6. Overseeing and assisting with the training of volunteers

• Founder Partner & Chief Executive Officer at Connell Wise & Associates,LLP

  March 2012

  Connell Wise & Associates, Registered Limited Liability Partnership is a minority-owned and operated Full service (Marketing,Political,Business Planning and, Bookkeeping) consulting firm that is located in Washington, DC at 1629 K Street NW just one block from the White House. We are a premier management consulting firm focused on providing direct support to the Washington D.C. & Federal Government.non-profit and,small business market support to commercial companies seeking to expand their presence in the Federal sector. For our Federal clients, we provide strategic, financial and program management advisory and assistance services. We partner with our clients to deliver outstanding results, actionable plans and strategies, and policy solutions for companies and government programs. My daily duties were : - Plan and implement all the strategies of the company ? Assign duties and responsibilities to the heads of departments -? Serve as Chief Political liaison for Non-profit Organization to Government - Coordinating with local, state, federal and/or foreign government - Senior executive with strong operational, administrative, and financial skills in small-medium entrepreneurial companies. - Proven track record in P&L responsibility, leadership, team building, and finance. Skilled in managing crisis, turnarounds, market growth, strategic planning, risk management, and human resource administration.

• Flotilla Staff Officer - Communication Services (FSO-CS) at U.S. Coast Guard

  May 2012

  A Communication Officer (FSO-CM) in the USCGA. Exercise staff responsibility and supervision over electronic communication services for the flotilla. Keep the flotilla informed of all developments in these areas.

Connell Wise's Education:

• Hult International Business School

  2015 – 2016
  Master of International Business
  Concentration: Project Management
  Activities: Consulting Club Open Ideo Callege Hult Prize Hult Think Tank

• Ashworth College

  2013 – 2014
  Associate's degree

• Ashworth College

  2013 – 2014
  Associate's degree
  Concentration: Accounting and Finance

• Marymount University

  2012 – 2014
  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
  Concentration: Liberal Arts and Sciences/Business & Communications

• National Association of Certified Public Bookkeeper

  2013 – 2013
  Certified Public Bookkeeper License
  Concentration: Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping

• Curry College

  2009 – 2012
  Candidate for Double Major Bachelors of Arts
  Concentration: Management & Communication with a concentration in T/v Minor in Applied Comupting

• Commonwealth Academy

  2006 – 2009
  Advance VA High School Diploma
  Concentration: 2009

• Emergency Management Institute

  2006 – 2008
  Certification
  Concentration: Critical Incident Response/Special Police Operations

• John Hopkins Univeristy

  2007 – 2007
  Certification
  Concentration: Psychological First Aid

• Princeton University

  2006 – 2006
  Certificate
  Concentration: U.S. Politics

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