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CEO & Founder of FOCUS Marketing & Development Solutions, Inc a strategic marketing and…

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Volunteer Experience

City of Greensboro, North Carolina

Jul 2013 - Present11 years 7 months
Arts and Culture
Responsible for working various key sporting events in North Carolina including but limited to ACC Collegiate events like golf and soccer [football], Olympic Qualifying events like diving, synchronized swimming as well as various local charity events.

Mid- Atlantic Wellness Institute (Hospital) , Bermuda

1997 - Present28 years
Social Services
Seasonal volunteer at Bermuda's only mental hospital, Mid- Atlantic Wellness Institute from 1997 to 2011.

Empowered Girls of North Carolina

Jul 2011 - Nov 2020 9 years 5 months
Children
Responsible for all marketing and promotions for the organization not limited to PR, managing the website, all social media channels, event planning, and community events and fundraisers.
As a Board Member I am responsible for overseeing the organization and ensuring its financial stability.
To contact me, email marketing@empoweredgirlsnc.org
To Volunteer or Donate visit www.empoweredgirlsnc.org
Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/PowerGirlsNC
Follows us on Twitter…
Responsible for all marketing and promotions for the organization not limited to PR, managing the website, all social media channels, event planning, and community events and fundraisers.
As a Board Member I am responsible for overseeing the organization and ensuring its financial stability.
To contact me, email marketing@empoweredgirlsnc.org
To Volunteer or Donate visit www.empoweredgirlsnc.org
Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/PowerGirlsNC
Follows us on Twitter @PowerGirlsNC

Abundant Life Church International

Apr 2018 - Present6 years 10 months
Social Services
We are a church that believes in helping our community! Holistic spiritual experience. We feed and cloth people while God feeds their soul. Matthew 25
www.edwardkirkpatrick.org

Sport Management Majors Board Member

Winston-Salem State University

2021 - Present4 years
Education
The Department of Health, Physical Education and Sport Studies is comprised of four academic programs that emphasize a multidisciplinary and collaborative effort. Our mission is to produce successful professionals and leaders in the fields of physical education, sport management, and motorsports management. We accomplish this mission via a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service in a learner-centered environment enabling students to acquire understanding…
The Department of Health, Physical Education and Sport Studies is comprised of four academic programs that emphasize a multidisciplinary and collaborative effort. Our mission is to produce successful professionals and leaders in the fields of physical education, sport management, and motorsports management. We accomplish this mission via a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service in a learner-centered environment enabling students to acquire understanding, knowledge, and skills necessary for establishing successful careers and becoming responsible citizens, critical thinkers and leaders who can solve problems in a complex global society.
I am on the Board to help advance WSSU in Sport Management, help continue acceditation, secure internships and jobs for students, empower them by mentoring or speaking, fundraising and scholarships and more.
Learn more about the program and Board Members here
https://www.wssu.edu/academics/colleges-and-departments/college-of-arts-sciences-business-education/education/department-of-hpess.html

Projects

Nov 2011 - Present

The team completed their inaugural regular season and then went to play-offs. Throughout the entire season they competed numerous community service projects visiting kids in schools and speaking to them as part of our national ABA 'Bully Free ABA' program, also collaborating with the Salvation Armies of the Triad to hand out over 50 coats to the homeless, collaboration with Stampede to Literacy to give over a hundred FREE books to children, over 200 autographed cards to seniors in nursing homes…
The team completed their inaugural regular season and then went to play-offs. Throughout the entire season they competed numerous community service projects visiting kids in schools and speaking to them as part of our national ABA 'Bully Free ABA' program, also collaborating with the Salvation Armies of the Triad to hand out over 50 coats to the homeless, collaboration with Stampede to Literacy to give over a hundred FREE books to children, over 200 autographed cards to seniors in nursing homes on Valentines Day, raising toys for the annual Salvation Army Gifts for Kids Toy Drive at Christmas, and assisted in scholarship initiatives to students.
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Honors & Awards

Winston-Salem State University

Sep 2022
Given to those who succeed expectations in their carreer and community service.
sources: https://bernews.com/2022/10/kennette-burgess-win-alumni-achiever-award/

Bermuda Economic Development Corporation BEDC

Nov 2021
Female Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2020 (1st runner up)Female Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2020 (1st runner up)
Issued by Bermuda Economic Development Corporation BEDC

Bermuda Economic Development Corporation BEDC

WSSU Office of Alumni Relations and The WSSU Young Alumni Council

Jan 2015
"we congratulate you on your selection as a member of the 2015 40 Under 40 Class! After many hours of review of honor-worthy Rams, you have been chosen for the amazing feats you have accomplished in your field, commitment to excellence and for being a true exemplar of “Enter to Learn. Depart to Serve.”

The Bermuda Department of E-Commerce under the Ministry of Education and Economic Development

Oct 2011
New Atlantic Media's Go Explore Bermuda picked up the Technology Innovation Award for the Best Local Mobile Application at the annual Tech Awards 2011.Despite stiff competition from the Department of Tourism and other applications, the company which comes under the Ultra Concepts Group of Companies (UCG) won the coveted award at the event held at the Bermuda Underwater Institute.
link http://www.royalgazette.com/article/20111019/BUSINESS03/710199975

Who’s Who Among Students

2008
Who’s Who Among Students is one of the most long-standing honors programs in the nation. Honoring outstanding students since 1934. Honorees are selected by their faculty and administrators based on academic achievement, community service and leadership.
Link; http://whoswhoamongstudents.com

United Nations

2002
Was selected to represent Bermuda at the United Nations Award Ceremony for "Global Peace & Tolerance" in 2002 after being a finalist for a Poetry competition.

Organizations

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Aug 2013 - Present

Marketing Director, Webmaster, Active Member, Outreach Director

Oct 2012 - Present
Pastor Edward Kirkpatrick is the Founder and Pastor of Abundant Life Church International in Greensboro, NC and Knoxville, TN. He is also the founder and CEO of “Edward Kirkpatrick Ministries” a global ministry. Pastor Kirkpatrick sets the standard for excellence in ministry, and by the power of the Holy Spirit, he is truly making marks in the lives of many that cannot be erased! I am responsible for supporting Pastor Edward Kirkpatrick and his Ministries with marketing strategy and event…
Pastor Edward Kirkpatrick is the Founder and Pastor of Abundant Life Church International in Greensboro, NC and Knoxville, TN. He is also the founder and CEO of “Edward Kirkpatrick Ministries” a global ministry. Pastor Kirkpatrick sets the standard for excellence in ministry, and by the power of the Holy Spirit, he is truly making marks in the lives of many that cannot be erased! I am responsible for supporting Pastor Edward Kirkpatrick and his Ministries with marketing strategy and event planning. I implement and execute social media, mobile marketing, media initiatives, and manage the website and any web development projects. You can visit our website at www.edwardkirkpatrick.org .

Founder, Vice-President (2009), Alumni Advisor (2009-2013), Alumni Council (2013 to present)

Jan 2006 - Present
Co-Founder of Campus Life Marketing Committee (CLMC) the official student committee under the Winston-Salem State University Office of Campus Life responsible for executing and promoting key campus events like Annual Homecoming festivities, comedy shows, sporting events among other events and community service initiatives.

Marketing Director, Board Member

Jul 2011 - Dec 2021
Responsible for all marketing and promotions for the organization not limited to PR, managing the website, all social media channels, event planning, and community events and fundraisers. As a Board Member I am responsible for overseeing the organization and insuring it financial stability. http://www.macares.org/kennette-cares To contact me, email marketing@empoweredgirlsnc.org To Volunteer or Donate visit www.empoweredgirlsnc.org Follow us on Facebook…
Responsible for all marketing and promotions for the organization not limited to PR, managing the website, all social media channels, event planning, and community events and fundraisers. As a Board Member I am responsible for overseeing the organization and insuring it financial stability. http://www.macares.org/kennette-cares To contact me, email marketing@empoweredgirlsnc.org To Volunteer or Donate visit www.empoweredgirlsnc.org Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/PowerGirlsNC Follows us on Twitter @PowerGirlsNC

Active Member Bermuda (2001 – 2011) and Assistant Sunday School Teacher and Liturgical Dance Ministry Choreographer

2001 - 2011

Marketing, Club Member

Hamilton Parish Workmen's Club is a community club in Bermuda with sports programs, events and community service initiatives. Other positions held; -Hamilton Parish Youth Sports Program (HPYSP) Marketing & Sponsorships (2010-present) -The HPWC Hot Pepper Majorettes Creative Leader (1989-2010)

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