Shevaun Culmer-Reid
Program Manager
Waldorf,MD
Summary
Experienced leader who conceptualizes, plans, and executes innovative and strategic programs, projects and initiatives. Expertise in leading programs, defining objectives, managing timelines and budgets, and mobilizing stakeholders and partners. Skilled at engaging cross-functional teams to tackle complex issues. Deep knowledge of Latin America and Caribbean region. Additional experience supervising diverse teams. Talented at cultivating relationships across nonprofit, international, corporate, and government sectors.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Program Manager
ORGANIZATION OF AMERICAN STATES (OAS)
Washington, DC
3 2022 - Current
- Direct aviation security program for 33 OAS member states. Scope encompasses liaising with national authorities in 33 member-states; international, regional, and sub-regional organizations; agencies; and donor agencies to organize aviation security and counterterrorism projects in accordance with organization mandates.
- Represent Secretariat in international workshops and high-level political meetings throughout Western hemisphere.
- Implemented 1-million-dollar project to increase capacity of 28 countries in Latin America and Caribbean to counter emerging internal and external threats to aviation security.
- Launched and manage network of aviation security officials from 28 countries to exchange best practices and increase regional cooperation.
- Oversee program assistant and multiple consultants.
- Provide biweekly status updates and quarterly reports to US government donor.
Founder & President
GIRLS BEYOND, INC
07.2018 - Current
- Launched non-profit organization through pilot program to empower and engage female minority high school students through educational and cultural opportunities beyond Albany, NY
- Fundraise and administer $40K budget
- Established partnership with City School District of Albany and other organizations and volunteers in community to facilitate personal development workshops, career panel discussions, and provide financial support
- Plan domestic and international trips which introduce girls to economic, historical, social and political context of locations
- Cultivated and engaged working board of directors
- Lead monthly board meetings and special program meetings.
Chief of Staff & Operations Director (Consultant)
MAYOR TIM ADAMS CAMPAIGN FOR MARYLAND STATE COMPTROLLER
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Worked closely with Candidate and executive team members to ensure smooth daily operations including managing candidate's agenda.
- Acted as confidant, advisor and thought partner of ideas to Candidate.
- Provided comprehensive support to Candidate, enabling them to focus on critical decision-making and leadership tasks.
- Established measurable outcomes for all programs and engagements carried out throughout Maryland.
Manager, Strategic Planning & Communications, Health and Human Services Portfolio
NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
07.2019 - 03.2021
- Guided strategic planning and internal communications for Health and Human Services Portfolio, which encompassed ensuring technology effectively supports NYS Office of Temporary & Disability Assistance, NYS Office of Children & Family Services, and New York State counties. Conducted this work as Empire State Fellow
- Led design of strategic plan, annual report, quarterly staff meetings, and other cross-functional workgroups to complete high priority initiatives for first time. Drafted Executive Director’s talking points
- Reported to Executive Director and acted as thought partner and sounding board for ideas to improve overall culture of organization.
- Developed guidance used by 15+ senior managers to implement agency’s phased return to work plan after coronavirus pandemic office closures.
- Led workgroup charged with defining communications plan for organization and resolving communications issues. Delivered communication plan and recommendations to improve communication gaps.
Empire State Fellow, Chief Information Security Office
NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Contributed to strategic planning, to uphold mission of protecting state government's cybersecurity infrastructure and innovative programs to promote adoption of cybersecurity best practices.
- Coordinated internal audit response and led other strategic initiatives with cross-functional workgroups
- Increased engagement with Nationwide Cybersecurity Review, by articulating and executing outreach plan targeting NYS agencies and local governments to encourage their participation in survey.
- Architected multi-pronged strategy to launch Hewlett Packard's Cyber Squad game as tool to advance cyber safety education and awareness throughout state.
Program Manager, Business Development (Member Success Team)
CENTER FOR INTERNET SECURITY (CIS)
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Liaised with 400+ CIS member organizations – global private and public organizations and companies – to deliver outstanding member experience, deepen understanding of membership benefits, and promote adoption of CIS cybersecurity resources
- Represented CIS at speaking engagements and trade shows domestically and abroad
- Oversaw 4 staff.
- Generated $3M annually in new and renewal business, by deepening professional relationships and enhancing members’ awareness regarding value CIS delivered through leading-edge technology products and services.
- Guided development of quarterly members-only webinars illuminating benefits of SecureSuite membership, paid level of service to access professionally developed, automated security tools. Webinars replaced 1:1 presentations.
Program Manager, Partner Engagement (Sales & Outreach Team)
CENTER FOR INTERNET SECURITY (CIS)
03.2015 - 05.2016
- Marketed CIS to organizations worldwide and enrolled them in signature cybersecurity benchmarks membership
- Participated in proposal development for federal government opportunities
- Presented CIS at UN-led civil aviation conference hosting 40 industry professionals from Latin America and Caribbean.
Program Manager, Secretariat for the Inter-American Committee Against Terrorism
ORGANIZATION OF AMERICAN STATES (OAS)
11.2009 - 03.2015
- Directed aviation security program for all OAS member states, as well as tourism security program in Caribbean. Scope encompassed liaising with national authorities in 34 member-states; international, regional, and sub-regional organizations; agencies; and corporations
- Represented Secretariat in national, regional and international seminars/forums in Washington, DC, Latin America, and Caribbean as requested by CICTE leadership
- Composed talking points, speeches, press releases, and reports to publicize program achievements
- Oversaw program assistant and consultants.
- Established new partnerships and revitalized old partnerships with US and Canadian security agencies, and UN international organizations
Education
Master of Public Policy - Concentration in International Development and Politics
University of Michigan, Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy
Ann Arbor, MI 09.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And International Studies
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA 08.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
International Affairs
Project Design & Evaluation
Program Management
Strategic Planning & Analysis
Strategic Partnerships
Stakeholder Management
Proposal Development
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Communication Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Salesforce
Oracle CRM
Websites
Training
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Certificate Course, University of South Florida (2021)
- GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy and Leadership Certification-GSTRT (2019)
- Logical Framework of Project Design, Organization of American States, Washington, DC (2014)
Timeline
Chief of Staff & Operations Director (Consultant)
MAYOR TIM ADAMS CAMPAIGN FOR MARYLAND STATE COMPTROLLER
04.2021 - 02.2022
Manager, Strategic Planning & Communications, Health and Human Services Portfolio
NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
07.2019 - 03.2021
Empire State Fellow, Chief Information Security Office
NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
09.2018 - 07.2019
Founder & President
GIRLS BEYOND, INC
07.2018 - Current
Program Manager, Business Development (Member Success Team)
CENTER FOR INTERNET SECURITY (CIS)
05.2016 - 09.2018
Program Manager, Partner Engagement (Sales & Outreach Team)
CENTER FOR INTERNET SECURITY (CIS)
03.2015 - 05.2016
Program Manager, Secretariat for the Inter-American Committee Against Terrorism
ORGANIZATION OF AMERICAN STATES (OAS)
11.2009 - 03.2015
Master of Public Policy - Concentration in International Development and Politics
University of Michigan, Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy
09.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And International Studies
Spelman College
08.2003 - 05.2007
Program Manager
ORGANIZATION OF AMERICAN STATES (OAS)
3 2022 - Current
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