Ms. Austin’s professional expertise is the result of
more than 20+ years of experience as a grants maker,
cultural policy developer and nonprofit management
consultant. Ms. Austin has a degree in English from Edgewood College/University of
Wisconsin-Madison and is a graduate of the Howard
University School of Law. Her experience includes
coordinating projects for Coalition for a Drug-Free
Community, the UK’s Greater London Authority and London
Development Agency, YWCA, and Miami-Dade County’s
Cultural Affairs and Park and Recreation Departments.
Ms. Austin has generated more than $1million in
resources, presented papers and lectures at major
international conferences and universities on grants and
proposals, arts marketing, arts and social change,
cultural diversity, cultural advancement, arts
administration, Americans with Disabilities Act and
Business Practices for the Nonprofit Organization.
Gary C. Jones, Senior Consultant is a retired Vice President of
Nationwide
Insurance Company. As the Corporate Officer in charge of Sales Operation for Alabama,
Georgia, and South Carolina, Mr. Jones was responsible for the growth and retention of $670
million in property and casualty premiums. With senior corporate experience in management and supervision,
recruitment, fiscal operations, promotions, financial
auditing and corporate board operations, Mr. Jones
brings a portfolio of experience in both the for-and
non-profit corporate industries. Mr. Jones holds an MBA
from Wayne State University.
Mr. Roberts has over thirty years experience in special and large
event coordination including venue operations and
management, promotions, and contract negotiations. A
major international promoter of Caribbean cultural
performance and exhibitions, Mr. Roberts holds a MS
degree in Hospitality and Management from Florida
International University, a BS degree in Management
Studies from the University of the West Indies and a
second BS degree in Hospitality and Management from
Florida International University.
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Mr. Roberts has over thirty years experience in special and large
event coordination including venue operations and
management, promotions, and contract negotiations. A
major international promoter of Caribbean cultural
performance and exhibitions, Mr. Roberts holds a MS
degree in Hospitality and Management from Florida
International University, a BS degree in Management
Studies from the University of the West Indies and a
second BS degree in Hospitality and Management from
Florida International University.