HomeMy WebLinkAboutEAB ResumesEvelio C. Torres
President and CEO
Evelio C. Torres serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Early Learning Coalition of
Miami -Dade and Monroe counties in Florida, an organization authorized by the 1999 Florida
legislature. The Coalition is charged with establishing and improving early education programs for
children in Miami -Dade and Monroe counties. The Coalition administers the state's Voluntary
Prekindergarten and School Readiness programs in partnership with the public school system and early
care and education providers. Other programs include a five star quality improvement and professional
development system for early care and education providers, a program to conduct developmental
screenings and assessments for children 0 - 5. The coalition contracts with approximately 1,500 early
care and education providers in the two counties, has offices throughout Miami -Dade and Monroe
counties, and serves 50,000 children annually.
Prior to joining the Early Learning Coalition, Mr. Torres served as Senior Vice President for a not -for -
profit human services agency. While there, Mr. Torres established services for the agency's newest
market in Miami -Dade County. Under his leadership, the agency experienced growth and excellent
performance. Prior to joining the nonprofit sector, Mr. Torres spent 20 years in state government in a
number of leadership positions. Mr. Torres serves on a number of community boards.
Mr. Torres holds a master's degree in public administration from Florida International University (FIU)
and has been teaching public administration and public relations as an adjunct instructor at FIU for the
past 10 years.
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Curriculum vitae
Rev. Guillermo A Revuelta Th.Ph.D
3437 N W 15 Street
Miami , FI 33125
CeII 786 287 17 02 e mail: Grevu50688@aol.com
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Education :
Valmana Academy
Havana Business Academy
Miami Senior High School
Real Estate Florida Bert Rogers Inc
Certificate of Ordination (Evangelical Association of Pastor)
Municipal Advisory Board Ethics Education
Facultad Latinoamericana de Estudios Teologicos
Christian Psychology Rhema University
Working Places:
Sperry Rand Corp (NYC)
Garcia and Diaz Steamship Line NYC
Mercury Motor Express (VP Marketing)
Superior Express inc (Owner /International Div)
Benton Express inc (Marketing and Sales Coordinator)
Community :
Municipios de Cuba en el Exilio (Presidente )
Mailing Address: 3437 N. W. 1 5th Street • Miami, Florida 33125
Res: (305) 635-7936 Cell.: (786) 287-1702 *E-mail: GRevu50688@aol.com
Nuisance Abetment Board (City of Miami)
Planning Advisory Board (City of Miami)
Community Realtion Board (Miami Dade)
Mom and Pop Grant Program(Miami Dade)
Community Delegate (City of Miami)
Planning and Zoning Advisosry Board (City of Miami)
Junta Patriotica Cubana VP
NALEO Member National /International Div.
SALAD VP 7 years and now Chaplain
International Scout Chaplain Cuban Chapter
United State Southern Command (support)
U 5 Department of Justice (Crisis Response )
LULAC VP Miami Chapter
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Christopher Norwood
Principal Consultant, The Norwood Consulting Group
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The Norwood Consulting Group (TNCG) was founded in 2002 as a resource for Public, Private and Non -Profit
institutions engaged in Community Building. Offering services to support Program Management, Community
Advocacy and Public Policy Analysis. We have specific expertise in School Board Advocacy in Florida. We
Advocate for Superior Products and Services for Public Education, TNCG has a proven record of success and
satisfied current and former clients.
Specialties: Community Development, School Board Advocacy, Public Policy Analysis, Program Management,
Governance, Administrative Hearings and Bid Protests.
Experience
Governance and Administrative Law Consultant at Governance Institute for School Accounatibaility
June 2011 - Present (2 years 10 months)
GISA provides Charter School Governance & Compliance Consulting and Training (Approved by Florida
Depaitiuent of Education) for Charter School Boards. We protect the rights of Charter Schools and Other
Companies in Disputes, Protests, and Appeals in Administrative Law Proceedings with the purpose to
improve School Accountability. More importantly, we defend the rights of Parents to receive Education
Accommodations for Children with Special Needs.
Florida Department of Education Approved Non -Profit Governance Trainer (Public Charter Schools)
Affiliate Member of the Administrative Law Section of the Florida Bar.
Principal Consultant at The Norwood Consulting Group
January 2003 - Present (1.1 years 3 months)
The Norwood Consulting Group (TNCG) was founded in 2002 as a resource for Public, Private and
Non -Profit institutions engaged in Community Building Offering services to support Program Management,
Community Advocacy and Public Policy Analysis. We have specific expertise in School Board Advocacy in
Florida. We Advocate for Superior Products and Services for Public Education, TNCG has a proven record of
success and satisfied current and former clients.
Specialties: Community Development, School Board Advocacy, Public Policy Analysis, Program
Management, Governance, Administrative Hearings and Bid Protests.
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Professor (Adjunct) at Florida Memorial University
January 2004 - May 2011 (7 years 5 months)
Government and Social Sciences
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Florida Director at Lawyers for Children America
October 2007 - July 2008 (:10 months)
Administers programs of lead non-profit child advocacy organization implementing services helping children
and youth who are victims of abuse and neglect. LFCA provides legal services through volunteer based
network of lawyers. Supervised four attorneys to case manage 200 pro bono attorneys. Managed budget,
government contracts and targeted fund-raising efforts. Developed Volunteer recruitment strategies
Adjunct Professor at Miami Dade College
January 2008 - June 2008 (6 months)
Criminal Justice Professor
Quality Initiatives Project Consultant at Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade/Mon:roe
January 2007 - July 2007 (7 months)
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Managed $4 Million Quality Initiatives Project to improve capacity of over 1,000 child care centers in
Miami -Dade & Monroe Counties.
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Florida Deputy Director at People for the American Way
January 2006 - January 2007 ('I year 1 nionth)
Supervision of Tallahassee office for legislative advocacy. Successfully defended Class Size Amendment,
Public Education, and Rights Restoration. Developed and Managed 'Your First Amendment Is Showing" a
First Amendment awareness project with Miami -Dade Public Schools. Directed our African American
outreach efforts through "Victory Through Voting" Voter registration Drive and the AAMLC (African
American Ministers Leadership Council).
Communty Advocate / Consultant at The Children's Trust of Miami
January 2003 - January 2007 (4 years 1 month)
Developed Community Relations Program. Assisted Director of Public Affairs in Public Policy Development,
Legislative Agenda Setting, Coalition Building & Special Projects
Benefits/Policy Coordinator at Human Services Coalition
January 2003 - January 2004 (I year 1 month)
Editor of Weekly Newsletter on Community Health Issues and Events. Produced weekly policy brief for
newsletter. Coordinating web -based benefits eligibility tool in conjunction with U.S. Dept. of Agriculture
Outreach Grant. Healthcare access advocacy, particularly Florida Kid Care.
Law Clerk at Russomanno & Borrello
January 2000 - June 2001 (1 year 6 months)
Support trial preparation and Florida Bar activities of Managing Partner Herman Russomanno (Florida Bar
President - 2001)
Assistant to Vice President for Development at St. Thomas University
January 1999 - January 2000 (1 year 1 month)
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Law & Public Policy Instructor at Close -Up Foundation
January 1998 - January 1999 (1 year 1 month)
General Assembly - Legislative Analyst for 29th District at State of New Jersey
January 1997 - January 1998 (1 year 1. month)
Office of the Honorable Assemblyman Donald Tucker (29th District)
Legislative Analyst at Cornell University
January 1995 - January 1996 (1 year 1 month)
Municipal Council - Legislative Aide at City of Newark
January 1995 - August 1995 (8 months)
Office of the Honorable Donald Tucker
Summer Youth Employment Coordinator at City of Hampton, Youth Services Commission
May 1992 - August 1992 (4 months)
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Certifc ations
Charter School - Non Profit Governance
Florida Department of Education November 2011 to November 2013
Volunteer Experience
Board Member, Secretary at Our Little Ones Learning Center
January 2009 - Present (5 years 3 months)
Our Little Ones Learning Center is located in the heart of Little Haiti in Miami. We are a federally designated
Head Start Center, offering the HEAD START program for preschoolers ages 3-5. Head Start provides a
variety of services that are aimed at enhancing the lives of children, building strong family units, and
providing opportunities for empowering and obtaining self sufficiency by collaborating with other programs
and projects.
Board Member at CHARLEE Porgram of Dade County
January 2006 - Present (8 years 3 months)
Audit and Compliance Committee
Social Work Advisory Board (Founding Member) at Florida Memorial University
January 2006 - Present (8 years 3 months)
The mission of the Bachelor of Social Work Program is to prepare competent generalist social workers adept
in employing a person and environment approach and evidence -informed practice knowledge, skills, and
values to facilitate the improvement of the quality of life for individuals, families, groups, communities, and
organizations.
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Executive Board Member at South Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America
January 2006 - July 2011 (5 years 7 months)
Student Services Advsiory Board, Chair at Miami -Dade County Public Schools
December 1999 - Present (14 years 4 months)
The Division of Student Services, its programs and school -based professionals provide prevention and
intervention services to PK-Adult students in support of schools throughout the District. Division programs
services center around the students' skill development, and is delivered by an integrated team of student
services professionals who are uniquely trained to address the academic, personal/social, career/community
awareness and health and wellness development needs of all students. This is a systemic apjroa; that
delivers services to students and their families.
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The South Florida Council, is in South Florida and serves the Boy Scouts of America in Brsrd,
Miami -Dade, and Monroe Counties. It has 3 camps: Camp Seminole in Davie, Camp Sawyr ar i the lorida
Keys, and Camp Everglades in Everglades National Park.
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Volunteer Consultant at Mlami Dade Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials
June 2011 - Present (2 years 10 months)
The purpose of the Miami -Dade Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials (MDBC-LEO) is to provide a non
partisan forum for its members to collaborate, network, share information, and provide support to one another
in Miami -Dade. The Caucus works in cooperation with the League of Cities. Membership of MDBC — LEO
is comprised of local elected officials and associates in Miami -Dade.
Program Review Comittee at Florida Charter School Conference
January 2012 - Present (2 years 3 months)
The Florida Charter School Conference draws attendees from charter schools across the entire state.
Participants include charter school authorizers, operators, administrators and educators. The Program Review
Committee is made up of 16-20 individuals who represent the various segments of the charter school
community. Our goal is to provide a balanced slate of presentations to meet the needs of new and experienced
charter school educators from the classroom to the governing board.
Affiliate Member at Florida Bar Administrative Law Section
The purpose of the section is to provide an organization within The Florida Bar open to all members in good
standing who have an interest in administrative law and procedure at both the state and federal levels. The
Section provides a forum for discussion and exchange of ideas leading to the improvement and development
of the fields of administrative law and procedure and agency practice. The section serves the public generally
and The Florida Bar in interpreting and carrying out the professional needs and objectives in these fields.
Audit & Budget Advisory Committee at Miami -Dade County Public Schools
January 2014 - Present (3 mon.ths)
The general purpose of the ABAC is to review and make recommendations to the School Board and
Superintendent on fiscal management matters presented to the committee by either the Board or the
Superintendent. The Audit and Budget Advisory Committee shall serve as the principal advisory committee
to assist the Board in fulfilling its fiduciary responsibilities on budgeting, financial reporting and accounting
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and business policies and practices and is the Board's principal agent in ensuring the independence of the
District's external and internal auditors.
Skills & Expertise
Policy Analysis
Community Development
Grant Writing
Non Profit Management
School Board Advocacy
Advocacy
Community Outreach
Public Policy
Fundraising
Government
Economic Development
Legislative Relations
Coalitions
Program Management
Politics
Leadership Development
Public Relations
Leadership
Program Evaluation
Charter Schools
School Boards
Board Governance
Administrative Law
IEP
Volunteer Management
Program Development
Nonprofits
Policy
Board Development
Training
Workshop Facilitation
Grants
Community Organizing
Political Campaigns
Non-profit Administration
Philanthropy
Grassroots Organizing
Public Affairs
Governance
Legislation
Community Engagement
Public Administration
Strategic Communications
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Organizational Development
Local Government
Education
St. Thomas University School of Law
Juris Doctor, 1999 - 2002
Activities and Societies: President of the Catholic Student Lawyers Guild (St. Thomas More Socie
Cornell University
MPA, Public Administration, 1995 - 1997
Activities and Societies: Institute for Public Affairs Fellow
Hampton University
Bachelor of Social Work, Community Organization, 1990 - 1995
Essex Catholic Boys High School
1988 - 1990
Newark Boys Chorus School
1982 - 1986
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Christopher Norwood
Principal Consultant, The Norwood Consulting Group
8 people have recommended Christopher
"You can not afford not to hire Chris Norwood!"
— Matthew T., was Christopher's client
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"Christoper, owner of Norwood Consulting has partnered with TriMergeCPA throughout the years in
providing comprehensive services for Non Profit organizations through the start up phase and with
operational issues dealing with management, governance and financial accountability. He is trustworthy, a
man of his word and has been working in public policy advocacy and community development for 15 years."
— Gerri Lazarre Odiwo CPA MST, Managing Partner (US), TriMerge Consulting Group, PA, was with
another company when working with Christopher at The Norwood Consulting Group
"In the ever changing world that is public education, few individuals allow their actions to provide proof
positive of their commitment as well as Christopher Norwood. Chris is always willing to devote his time and
talents where needed, no project is not worthy if it involves education. It brings me great comfort to know
that I need only ask and he is willing to assist. It is in that spirit that I recommend Christopher Norwood, a
professional, dedicated community and education advocate."
— Carolyn Nelson-Goedert, President, Miami Dade County Council PTA/PTSA, was with another company
when working with Christopher at Miami -Dade County Public Schools
"Chris is a focused intellect, able to sort out the essentials of the dynamics of intergovernmental relations and
politics. He has a good bead on procedure, and is able to keep a cool head to achieve results. Also, he is
admirable in his commitment to the development of young black men, and righting injustices in society. I feel
privileged that he is part of my circle of colleagues."
— Gladys Margarita Diaz, was Christopher's client
"Chris is a passionate and creative civic leader who values constructive engagement, education and the
timeless belief that society is strengthened when professionals extend themselves beyond their own offices to
work across demographic lines and create communities of understanding. He is an asset to any project."
— Matthew Pinzur, Staff Writer, The Miami Herald, was with another company when working with
Christopher at The Norwood Consulting Group
"I had the wonderful opportunity to work with Norwood in bringing the 2001/2003 Source Hip -Hop Music
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Awards Show and The Source Youth Foundation Activities to the South Florida. community. Chris was
instrumental in helping us make contact with key community, civic, clerical and business leaders. Through
Chris and his team, we were able to leverage relationships with the Broward County, City of Miami and City
of Miami in order to produce an outstanding show surrounded by one of the most active hip -hop community
service campaigns designed to reach and engage at -risk youth about the importance of education and work."
— Edward D., PRESIDENT, Youth Development and Research Fund, worked with Christopher at The
Norwood Consulting Group
"Chris gets it. He sees all roads to the opportunity and is a must have on any government relations team."
— Luis Andre Gazitua, was Christopher's client
"Chris is a creative business partner who knows how to get results. I appreciated his expertise and easy going
work style. I'd reccomend him in a minute."
— Brian G., was Christopher's client
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