LAMESHIA LA WHITTINGTON-KAMINSKI

3009 Richward Pl, Raleigh, NC 27607 | 919-793-8767 | lameshia.kaminski@gmail.com

LAMESHIA LE WHITTINGTON KAMINSKI
3009 Richward Pl, Raleigh, NC 27607 | 919-745-8396 | lameshia.kaminski@gmail.c

PROFILE STATEMENT
Highly dedicated and resourceful Executive Director/Founder with significant experience in all aspects of non-profit
fundraising. Proven record of fostering organizational growth. Practiced in revitalizing strategies and staff to meet a wide
variety of challenges including those of an economically diversified, rapidly growing country. Skilled in economic analysis and
implementing strategies, processes and technologies that position communities to effectively compete in the global marketplace.
Adept at working with multiple political subdivisions and facilitating change in a community to support organizational
objectives. Strong background in budgeting and management, cross-departmental project management, information technology
utilization, human resources development and public speaking.
Areas of Key strength includes:
Industrial Recruitment | Retail & Commercial Development | Program Development | Strategic Planning | Team Building |
Business Credit Analysis & Finance |Rural Development | Organization Development| Process improvement | Multi-unit
operations management | Unsurpassed work ethic |Customer relations specialist | Natural leader | Quality assurance and
control | Self-starter | Attention to detail | Time management | Multi-Tasker | Strong oral and written communication |
Spanish Speaker

PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHT
Superior knowledge of partnership development staff leadership and financial management
Exceptional knowledge of issues faced by biracial and mixed-heritage populations
Sound ability to lead and motivate staff and volunteers
High skills in debates, media, and coalition work and particularly skilled in leading projects to increase the political
effectiveness of regional justice organizations.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Democracy NC |Redistricting Expert and Lecturer Mar 2017 - Present
Developed lecture material, PowerPoint and curriculum centered around Redistricting and Gerrymandering
Trained Democracy NC summer interns on Redistricting and Gerrymandering
Lectured as a Redistricting Expert for Common Cause at St. Augustine University
Lectured as a Redistricting Expert for NC Central University's "Blacks in Politics" undergraduate class
Lectured as a Redistricting Expert for Meredith College "Intro to Sociology" undergraduate class

TW2 Inc.| Executive Director/Founder April 2013 Present

Developed slideshows and other forms of media to present project progress to the executive team.
Developed and led strategy of the organization within the broad context that serve Hallyburton Academy Alternative,
Greensboro Boys & Girls Club Central Unit, three Wake County Boys & Girls' Clubs
Drafted action plans and led meetings with department executives to review project status and proposed changes.
Ensured that organization has the appropriate systems, physical space, and technology to operate efficiently and
effectively.
Supervised work flow, design and delivery of program initiatives for overall strategic plan.
Grant writing: Lyricism 101, awarded grant to provide 100 Wake County BGCA club members education courses in
writing, industry, music production and lyricism. Including trips to Atlanta, Georgia and Beverly Hills, California
Secured partnerships with various organizations: Valdese Rotary Club, Wake County Boys & Girls Clubs, Hallyburton
Alternative School, Diversified Opportunities Rehabilitation Center, and other community centers

BluePrint NC |Redistricting Fellow Jan 2017 - July 2017

Underwent in-depth trainings in redistricting and gerrymandering
 Partnered with various organizations across NC in redistricting efforts
Attended various court trials, panel discussions and events on behalf of the organization
Organized and hosted redistricting workshops, lectures and trainings
Received in-depth training on deep canvassing, new community organizing strategies
Developed a community plan to facilitate discussions on redistricting within the community
Partnered with Democracy NC and facilitated a training workshop for interns

Roy Cooper for NC |Political Intern Raleigh, NC Jan 2016 - July 2016
Extensive, up-to-date knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and Word documents
Personally compile phone bank lists
Serves as Information analyst
Launch and host events promoting DFA/PAC remote branch in Norman

Judge Vince Rozier for NC Court of Appeals |Political Director/Fundraising Raleigh, NC Apr 2016 - Nov 2016
Schedule event and campus visitations across the state
Foster communication efforts between key constituent groups
Attend community and political events on behalf of the candidate
Information analyst
Compile phone bank lists
Drafted and submitted campaign finance reports
Logged financial records and incoming donations
Co-organized online fundraising campaign, $27k+ raised
Developed and maintained relationships with state party, community organizations and state

Meredith College Democrats | Founder/President Raleigh, NC Oct 2015 May 2016

Development of company personnel policies & standard HR operating procedures Assistance with audits and updates
of employee handbooks.
Establishment of internal Safety Committees, Meetings and Orientations. Customized HR specific training & general
education Line Management & Business Coaching Key Employee Development & Mentorship NV Notary' Public
Services
Organized Non-partisan Stump Day on campus, 12 candidates in attendance
Fostered networking between other NC College Democratic Chapters and YDNC
Placed several Meredith College students in political internships with various campaigns: governor, house and senate
Organized and ran campus voter's registration week, registered over 60 new voters
Organized student carpooling to the polls for primary voting

NC 4-H Fund Foundation |Social Media Specialist Raleigh, NC Aug 2011 July 2012
Created and edited HTML webpages for NC State University Fund
Administered online communities, blogs and forums.
Developed and executed social media strategies that resulted in bottom line ROI.
Compiled social media postings, email blasts and newsletter articles.
Led staff board meetings concerning social media planning
Analyzed and trained staff on use trends in social media tools, trends and applications.
Traveled on behalf of the company to create marketing opportunities and public relations.

NC Community College System |Western Division Chair Aug 2009 June 2010
Western Piedmont Community College |Campus and Community Organizer Oct 2007 Nov 2010
North Carolina Eleventh Congressional District Democratic Party |Western Division Chair Burke County May
2009 Oct 2009

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

Meredith College |Bachelors of Arts - Sociology/Criminology Raleigh, NC May 2016
Western Piedmont Community College |Associates of Arts - Morganton, NC May 2011