1. Braylon Jacob Gorman, Ph.D. Candidate
braylonjacob@gmail.com
404-444-2980
Braylon-gorman.squarespace.com
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Summary of Qualifications
Results-oriented, high-energy, hands-on professional, with a successful record of
accomplishments in higher education teaching, leadership, and quantitative research.
Major strengths include strong leadership, remote teaching, program development and
implementation, excellent communication skills, competent, reliable team player, attention to
detail, dutiful respect for compliance in all regulated environments, and supervisory skills.
Extensive background and knowledge in the following related areas: Business Development and
Ethics, Fashion and Retail Global Marketing & Management, E-Commerce, Luxury Goods,
Brand Development, Marketing & Implementation, and Business Consulting.
Professional Teaching Experience:
Art Institute of Atlanta, Fashion Marketing & Management, Atlanta, GA
Art Institute of Atlanta-Decatur, Fashion Marketing & Management, Decatur, GA
Ground and Remote
 Currently responsible for creating and implementing departmental special events that
promote institutional and departmental growth.
 Currently serve as Faculty Advisor for Fashion Group.
 Committed to and supports the philosophy, mission, and goals of the institution and the
Department.
 Proven track record for student academic and professional success.
 Maintains currency in practices, trends, and research related to area of specialization in
higher education and fashion marketing and management.
 Responsible for maintaining student records, reports, grades, and proper use of college
resources.
 Participates and engages in the program curricula review process.
 Responsible for delivering course lecture and related information for the successful
completion of course competencies and objectives.
 Responsible for creating and maintaining a teaching and learning environment that is
aligned with the mission and core values of the institution and the department; while
preparing students for the successful transition from academia to career.
 Responsible for establishing and maintaining appropriate and professional working
relationships with members of the college community.

2. Quality Enhancement Committee Member, Chair, and Program Liaison November 2008-
June 2013
 Worked closely with the Office of Institutional Planning, Research, and Assessment to
analyze the effectiveness of the Quality Enhancement Plan.
 Assisted in the development and implementation of QEP initiatives to evaluate programs
and services for quality assurance and enhancement.
 Facilitated workshops, training, and on-campus events to disseminate knowledge to
faculty, students, staff, and stakeholders.
 Implemented and assessed cross-curricular and co-curricular activities related to the QEP.
 Coordinated faculty and students in QEP related activities (including collection of
assessment data and faculty development).
Curriculum Developer-November 2008-present
 Participate in the development and evaluation of program curriculum. Conducted
research and consulted with department chair and faculty in the design and development
of new curriculum.
 Coordinate the review/assessment of current curriculum to ensure that the subject areas of
industry relevant to meet job demands. And meet SACS accreditation requirements.
 Assist in the preparation of instructional material for course development and
implementation.
 Use evaluations and student surveys to make recommendations for how to enhance
classroom best practices and student academic achievement.
 Develop curricular goals and outlines for curriculum updates.
Professional Industry Experience:
Assistant Business Fashion Director-Los Angeles Apparel Mart-January 1996-October 2004
 Responsible for devising efficient fashion design plans and foster new fashion
concepts for upcoming fashion events for market week.
 Coordinated promotional campaigns and additional communication initiatives to
further promote events from global perspectives.
 Responsible for the development and implementation of fashion shows and
networking events to increase company awareness. And attract global audiences.
 Visited major manufacturers and merchandise markets to get new information on
the latest fashion trends.
 Regularly scheduled meetings with fashion brands, designers, and fashion
professionals to expand brand recognition and solicit business. monitor fashion
publications and set meetings with designers to keep up with the changing trend
 Assisted with the development and implementation of marketing plans and
advertising strategies to promote strategic partnerships.

3.  Selected garments and accessories that would be used for promotional campaigns
and marketing materials.
 Shared business insights and analysis with company members, buyers, and other
industry professionals to help foster further understanding of changing trends and
business needs.
Brand Business Manager-Cross Colors Clothing- June 1989- December-1995
 Responsible for monitoring, measuring, and managing the brands strengths through
the development of a S.W.O.T. Analysis.
 Increased brand awareness, relevant differentiation, value, accessibility and emotional
connection through the planning and implementation of various promotional events
and educational initiatives.
 Responsible for developing a company-wide business branding plan for the purpose
of increasing global presence, sales, and brand awareness.
 Monitored progress against brand plan
 Responsible for communicating brand direction across the corporate landscape
including in-store events and company meetings.
 Managed the brand architecture.
 Responsible for developing and implementing team projects to improve morale and
brand education.
Campus Involvement:
 Faculty Development Committee Member
 Business of Fashion Group Advisor
Community Involvement:
 Boys & Girls Club of America
 Community Partner with Nicholas House
 Art Connection
 Easter Seals of North Georgia
 Georgia Chapter of DECA
Education
PhD Candidate -Leadership, Policy, and Change in Education-Spring 2016
Richard W. Riley School of Education Walden University, Minneapolis, MN

4. Online Teaching Platform Experience
 Blackboard
 E-Companion
 R-Campus
 Udemy
 Odijoo
Awards
 Sigma Beta Delta-National Business Honors Society Member 2005-2008
 Art Institute of Atlanta Helen Wells Faculty Award for Student Success-Fall 2011
recipient
 Presidential Honor Roll for Graduate Studies Academic Success-2009-2012
Professional Development Certifications
 The Art of Teaching
 Curriculum Planning, Development, and Implementation
Publications
Scholarly Contribution- “The Impact of Intercultural Sensitivity on Academic Achievement”
Contributing Writer-BE Entertained Magazine
Managing Business Editor-Kontrol Magazine
Invited Talks and Presentations
“Marketing the Future for Future Marketing Professionals” Invited guest judge for DECA High
School Fashion Marketing and Merchandising Competition-2008-present
“The Art of Creative Higher Education” Georgia Department of Education Guest Speaker and
Panelist-March 2008-2013
“The Sustainability Project” Invited guest for the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of
Sustainability-November 2014
"Fashion Uncorked" Invited guest judge fashion design competition-2011-2013
“The Sustainability Project” Invited guest for the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of
Sustainability-November 2014
"Fashion Uncorked" Invited guest judge fashion design competition-2011-2013

5. “Marketing the Future for Future Marketing Professionals” Invited guest judge for DECA High
School Fashion Marketing and Merchandising Competition-2008-present
Teaching Apprenticeship
Teaching Assistantship: American Intercontinental University-fall, spring, summer 2006-2008
 Assisted instructor with course and curriculum development and student professional
development.