1. A. Sarun Roberson
678-707-9530
sarunroberson@hotmail.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Over 14 years progressive experience with notable leaders focusing on strategic planning ,
organizational change, performance improvement, grant management, workforce development,
budget management, programmatic audits, and curriculum design/development. Combine exceptional
educational foundation, MBA focusing on non-profit organizations and a BA in Psychology with a
broad background in business leading to key leadership positions. Adept and accomplished in
organizational leadership, developing best practices and in-depth knowledge of non-profit best
practices.
CAREER PROGRESSION
THE URBAN LEAGUE OF GREATER, Atlanta, GA
Business Development Manager
Present-2012
Under the direction of the Sr. Director of Workforce Development for the The Urban League of
Greater Atlanta, responsible for developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships with both new
and old sponsors. Leader of implementations of new sponsorprojects which has resulted in a
$100,000 increase in sponsorship annually which includes in-kind donations.
 Manages and coordinates corporate/career related events orfundraising events such as:
Career Forums and Corporate Career Volunteer Activities
 Develop and maintain a database of 100 Stakeholders and scheduling quarterly open
house events to keep them engaged in agency activities
 Develops and manages initiatives that increase the visibility of the agency within the
community
 Generate new business by developing relationships that yield new grants and in-kind
donations
 Manages stakeholderand community relationships with Fortune 300 Corporations
THE NEW SCHOOLS AT CARVER HEALTH SCIENCE& RESEARCH (CHSR), Atlanta, GA
Director for Department of Human Services (DHS) Program Afterschool Program
2011
Reporting directly to the Principal and Vice-Principal of CHSR, increased the participation of the
Parents by 100%. Instrumental in obtaining new stakeholders and managing the relationships.
Increased the funding provided through Giving Points by $10,000 for CHSR students.Developed
educational curricula that increased the graduation rate of those students by 25%.
 Managed $106,000 annual grant received from DHS
 Conducted the AfterschoolProgram Evaluation and completes the review of program
forms and applications
 Instrumental in navigating the process for programmatic audits and analyzing
programmatic data to ensure compliance
 Recruited, trained, and oriented staff on the policies and procedures of the afterschool
program
 Maintained all Department of Human Services (DHS) student data to ensure the grant is
in compliance with state and federal guidelines for auditing purposes
 Compiled financial statistical reports monthly to DHS and review invoices for accuracy
before submission
 Developed and created all instructional curriculum to ensure that all modules presented
to youth meet educational objectives
 Redesigned and delivered effective instructional practices for the student and
instructional guides for staff

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QUEST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER, Atlanta, GA
Director of Workforce Development
2001-2012
Instrumental in all phases on implementing this program from the onset.Developed client case files
systemfor programmatic audit that result in a 100% review rating. Serviced 100 clients annually with
at 90% completion rate. Acknowledged by Atlanta City Council Ivory Young as one of the best
programs in Vine City
 Managed and create all aspects of the workforce program from the ground up to include:
developing the brand vision, recruitment and staffing, creating policies and procedures to
govern the organization , hiring of required staff and professionaldevelopment and led the
fundraising efforts of the organization and special fundraising initiatives
 Participated in the action and strategic planning process that establishes annualobjectives for
the organization
 Leveraged a network of community based organizations to collaborate with in order to
provide more opportunities for the base population of clients enrolled in the program
 Researched and applied for funding sources via grants to expand the base of services
offered and clientele served
 Analyzed and reviewed case files to ensure program compliance and provide supervision
to case managers
 Conducted monthly supervisions with staff , completes performance reviews, monthly
reports and annual reporting
 Supervised the quarterly programmatic audit as prescribed by Fulton County Government
 Served as the administrator for all grants which includes: invoicing, preparing quarterly
reports, budget amendments and documentation of all grant-related expenditures
 Facilitated and prepare all information prepared for team meetings
 Operated as the agency Compliance Officer for the organization
EDUCATION
Masters Degree - Business Administration, 2007
The University of Phoenix, Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology,1997
Clark-Atlanta University, Atlanta, GA
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Workforce Development Professional – Certification Number 6045
Certified Job and Career Development Coach
Certified Job and Career Transition Coach
PROFESSIONAL AFFLIATIONS
The National Association of Workforce Development Professionals
Quest Community Development, Board Member
Rose of Sharon, Board Member