Kymalia Renée Taylor
Brampton,ON
Summary
Experienced inspirational coach and program manager with high-level expertise in creating, leading, and implementing capacity building programs leading to institutional alignment and success. Deeply devoted to fighting anti-Black racism, and uplifting the hearts and minds of the Black community across the diaspora.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mindset + Career Coach
Tailored Consulting
01.2022 - Current
- Evaluate clients skills, interests, values and personality to help them identify aligned career paths
- Assist clients in developing clear and achievable goals based on their aspirations and strengths
- Develop tailored strategies and techniques to shift limiting beliefs and enhance positive thinking.
- Provide ongoing support and accountability to keep clients motivated and focused on their goals
Program Lead, Equity, Diversity + Inclusion
Engineers Canada
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed design, budget, and delivery of 10 outreach programs created to engage marginalized youth between the ages of 12-18.
- Spearheaded strategic planning for outreach portfolio by conducting a needs assessment and providing solutions that removed systemic barriers that impeded program reach and success.
- Assisted students in identifying training and educational opportunities in preparation for post-secondary education.
- Worked collaboratively with school principals, superintendents, and administrators to monitor program effectiveness and overall impact.
Lead, Outreach & Partnerships
Information & Communications Technology Council
04.2017 - 02.2018
- Lead the implementation and delivery of an educational program aimed to equip middle and high school students with in-demand digital and technological skills.
- Helped the organization increase participation rate of marginalized Black youth in Canada by 40%.
- Worked with partners across the community to provide students with mentorship and volunteer opportunities.
- Expanded the reach of the programs by creating cross-promotional efforts between with likeminded partners across the country.
Parliamentary Assistant
Parliament of Canada
05.2011 - 12.2017
- Worked for senior elected officials on Parliament Hill on a wide range of issues including Anti-Black racism
- Supported the Black Parliamentary Caucus with expanding their reach and impact in the Black community
- Developed and oversaw a Black internship initiative that created a space of connection for Black summer interns across political lines.
- Provided ongoing mentorship and support with Black mentees throughout their transition from high school to post-secondary education.
Education
MBA - Organizational Management
University of Essex
Essex, United KingdomBachelor of Arts - Psychology & Political Science
University of Windsor
Windsor2011
Skills
- Mindset Coach & Motivator
- Strong Oral & Written Communicator
- Strong Interpersonal & Analytical Skills
- Passionate fighter for Anti-Black Racism
- Knowledge of Black Community Resources
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- High Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness
- Strategic Thinker & Capacity Builder
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Proficiency in French & English
Certification
- Registered 200-Hr Yoga Instructor - 2022
- Certified Agile Coach, Scrum Alliance - 2021
- Diversity, Equity And Inclusion in The Workplace Certificate, University of South Florida - 2021
Timeline
Mindset + Career Coach
Tailored Consulting
01.2022 - Current
Program Lead, Equity, Diversity + Inclusion
Engineers Canada
10.2018 - 12.2019
Lead, Outreach & Partnerships
Information & Communications Technology Council
04.2017 - 02.2018
Parliamentary Assistant
Parliament of Canada
05.2011 - 12.2017
MBA - Organizational Management
University of Essex
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Political Science
University of Windsor
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