Community development, education, and organizational leadership in Erie, Pennsylvania.
Professional experience
Erie, PA
2020–PresentDesigns and delivers curriculum and training programs for K–12 and adult learners. Specializes in community outreach, social-emotional learning, and organizational development. Developed and secured grant funding for The Men's Collective program at Mercyhurst University.
Community for Unity and Opportunity
2019–PresentFounded and leads a nonprofit focused on civic engagement, youth empowerment, and economic opportunity. Manages program development, community partnerships, budget oversight, and organizational strategy.
Cooley's Strategies & Solutions LLC
2021–PresentProvides strategic planning, program development, and organizational consulting to nonprofits and community-focused businesses.
Agresti Real Estate
2022–PresentGuides buyers, sellers, and investors through residential transactions. Focus on homeownership access and generational wealth in underserved communities.
Education
Mercyhurst University, Erie PA
2024Clarion University of Pennsylvania
2009Boards & appointments
Honors & recognition
Civic involvement
Core competencies
Jobs, resources and what's on The Cook-Up, once a week.
