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Dwight Williams

Gary,IN

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in healthcare, management, education, marketing, outreach, and civic engagement. Accomplished relationship builder skilled in driving changes, improving organizations, and enhancing municipal effectiveness.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

6th District Councilman

City of Gary, IN.
Gary, IN
01.2020 - Current
  • Member of the City of Gary, Indiana legislative policy making body.
  • Revised and submitted city operational budget for approval.
  • Strategic planning with a focus on community goals and growth; through economic redevelopment projects and land use development.
  • Review and approve capital improvement and financing plans.

Community Relations Manager

Village Medical
Merrillville, IN
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Developed and implemented outreach programs to engage local communities.
  • Indiana territories for sales and marketing consisted of Merrillville, Schererville, Griffith, Crown Point, Portage, Goshen, Mishawaka, Elkhart, and South Bend.
  • Managed and trained staff for event preparation, implementation, and evaluation for customer service improvements.
  • Organized community events, such as lunch and learn sessions, festivals, and community meetings, promote positive relationships with community members.
  • Created content for press releases, newsletters, and radio and billboard campaigns to increase public awareness of initiatives.
  • Managed budgeting for all community-related activities and monitored progress against established goals.
  • Maintained an up-to-date database of contacts within the local area and kept records of interactions with key stakeholders.
  • Utilized marketing software, SalesForce, to build and track community outreach outcomes.

Adjunct Professor Public Policy

Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN
09.2013 - 01.2014
  • Developed and implemented course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
  • Facilitated active learning through class discussions, group activities, community field trips, and individual projects.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student assignments to promote student success.
  • Evaluated student performance using appropriate assessment techniques and provided timely feedback.
  • Mentored students in the development of their research skills and critical thinking abilities.
  • Encouraged students to develop self-directed approaches to independent learning.
  • Participated in departmental meetings to discuss teaching strategies and professional development opportunities.
  • Monitored student progress throughout the semester utilizing attendance records, grade reports, and other data sources.

Community Relations Manager

Oak Street Health
Gary, IN
07.2015 - 03.2020
  • Developed and implemented outreach programs to engage local communities.
  • Indiana territories for sales and marketing consisted of Merrillville, Schererville, Griffith, Crown Point, Portage, and Gary.
  • Managed and trained staff for event preparation, implementation, and evaluation for customer service improvements.
  • Organized community events, such as lunch and learn sessions, festivals, and community meetings, promote positive relationships with community members.
  • Created content for press releases, newsletters, and radio and billboard campaigns to increase public awareness of initiatives.
  • Managed budgeting for all community-related activities and monitored progress against established goals.
  • Maintained an up-to-date database of contacts within the local area and kept records of interactions with key stakeholders.
  • Utilized marketing software, Salesforce, to build and track community outreach outcomes.

Adjunct Professor Long Term Care Acuity

Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN
01.2011 - 05.2020
  • Developed and implemented course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
  • Instructed undergraduate students about long-term care industry regulations for geriatric care, financial management, and regulation standards.
  • Facilitated active learning through class discussions, group activities, community field trips, and individual projects.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student assignments to promote student success.
  • Evaluated student performance using appropriate assessment techniques and provided timely feedback.
  • Mentored students in the development of their research skills and critical thinking abilities.
  • Monitored student progress throughout the semester, utilizing attendance records, grade reports, and other data sources.
  • Developed relationships with local businesses and organizations that offer experiential learning opportunities for students.

Senior Sales Account Manager

American Kitchen Delite
Harvey, IN
04.2011 - 06.2015
  • Manages regional and national sales accounts for major retailers including Jewel-Osco, Walmart, Sam's Club and Cosco.
  • Consistently driving revenue growth and expanding market share.
  • Sported daily operations for new product development on the assembly line, coordinating closely quality assurance and manufacturing teams
  • Oversaw Securement and coordination of packaging materials for all product line, and ensured material readiness for production and retail compliance.
  • Identify and secured new product accounts, aligning offerings with emerging market trends and client needs.
  • Collaborated with retailers for marketing and outreach

Assistant Dean of Students

Edison Learning Data Hub
Gary, IN
09.2014 - 06.2017
  • Provided crisis intervention support to students facing personal or academic difficulties.
  • Managed the Student Conduct Office including investigation of alleged violations of college policies by students.
  • Served as a liaison between the Dean's office and various departments across the university.
  • Provided guidance to student organizations regarding policy compliance and risk management strategies.
  • Worked closely with Campus Safety and Security personnel to ensure a safe environment for all members of the university community.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from parents and guardians seeking assistance related to their children's experience at the university.
  • Enforced behavior management interventions to improve learning environment and increase academic success.

CEO /Startup Founder

Generations of Life, Inc.
Gary, IN
06.2011 - 01.2015
  • Developed and implemented strategic business plans for Home-Based Therapeutic Services for adolescents and adults to increase company profitability.
  • Created and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, government agencies, and other industry partners.
  • Overseen the daily operations of the organization and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.
  • Established policies and procedures that promoted an ethical work environment.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure competitive pricing for goods or services.
  • Provided clinical assessments, created treatment plans, case management, and delivered psychotherapy.

Education

Journalism, Broadcast

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05-1993

Healthcare Management And Public Policy

Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN
05-2000

Skills

  • Economic development
  • Workforce Development
  • Community Engagement
  • Emergency Management
  • Team building
  • Committee management
  • Written Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Interpersonal Communication

Accomplishments

  • Minority Student Leadership Award Recipient 2000
  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - Indiana State Representative 2007
  • African American Achievers Mentor Program Board Member of the year 2013
  • Keynote Speaker fo "Endangered male Symposium" 2014
  • Silver Lifetime Member NAACP 2016

Timeline

Community Relations Manager

Village Medical
07.2022 - 06.2023

6th District Councilman

City of Gary, IN.
01.2020 - Current

Community Relations Manager

Oak Street Health
07.2015 - 03.2020

Assistant Dean of Students

Edison Learning Data Hub
09.2014 - 06.2017

Adjunct Professor Public Policy

Indiana University Northwest
09.2013 - 01.2014

CEO /Startup Founder

Generations of Life, Inc.
06.2011 - 01.2015

Senior Sales Account Manager

American Kitchen Delite
04.2011 - 06.2015

Adjunct Professor Long Term Care Acuity

Indiana University Northwest
01.2011 - 05.2020

Journalism, Broadcast

Ball State University

Healthcare Management And Public Policy

Indiana University Northwest

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