Dr. Santarvis Brown
Passionate, multifaceted executive leader with over 15 years of success in higher education leadership, organizational strategy, and community engagement. Dr. Brown has a proven record of delivering innovative solutions, spearheading institutional initiatives, overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets, and mentoring the next generation of leaders.
Skills & Expertise:
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Grant Management
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Community Relations
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Strategic Planning
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Training & Development
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Fundraising
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Budget Management
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Data Analysis
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Project Management
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Recruitment
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Marketing
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Policy Creation & Analysis
Education:
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Juris Doctor – Purdue University Global
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Doctor of Education – California Coast University
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Master of Education – Regent University
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Master of Divinity – Payne Theological Seminary
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MBA – Columbia Southern University
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M.A. in Management & Leadership – Liberty University
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B.A. in Religion & Philosophy – Florida Memorial University
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Certificates – Healthcare Administration (Cornell University), School Management & Leadership (Harvard University)
Certifications:
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Project Management Qualified
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Certified Ethics Associate
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Strategic Organizational Leadership Certified
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Change Management Specialist
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Corporate Leadership Certified
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Six Sigma Black Belt Certified in Education
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Six Sigma Lean Black Belt Certified in Government
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Certified Conflict Manager
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Continuous Improvement Manager
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Diversity Management Certified
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AFC Certified College Professional
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Inclusive & Ethical Leadership
Professional Experience:
eCornell University – Interim Program Manager, Leadership & Healthcare (2022–Present)
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Oversees expert-led programs, hiring, and professionalization of facilitators.
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Launched the Cornell on the Inside Prison Pilot Program.
University of Virginia – Leadership Lecturer (2021–Present)
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Delivers courses, maintains academic rigor, and promotes student success.
Charisma University – Professor of Business (2021–Present)
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Develops curriculum, implements best practices, and drives student retention.
Miami Regional University – Associate Provost & Chief Academic Officer (2018–2020)
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Founded new schools/programs generating over $2M in additional revenue.
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Increased enrollment from 1,100 to 2,000 students and boosted retention rates.
Miami Dade College – Grant/Project Director (2014–2018)
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Managed $10M+ in grants for STEM and health education initiatives.
Seminole Tribe of Florida – Director of Education (2013–2014)
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Oversaw a $43M budget, reorganized department, and launched new divisions.
Catalyst Miami – VP of Civic Leadership (2012–2013)
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Launched leadership training and civic engagement programs in Miami-Dade.
Awards & Recognition:
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2023: International Association of Top Professionals – Top Educator Award
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2022: Brainz 500 Global List
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2022: Passion Vista Who’s Who of the World
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2022: Education 2.0 Outstanding Leadership Award
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Multiple “40 Under 40” recognitions and features in major publications (Legacy Magazine, Brainz, Global Forum, etc.)
Civic Engagement:
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Board Member – Miami Dade County Community Action Human Services Board
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Vice Chair – Greater Miami Service Corps
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Board Member – Center for Family & Child Enrichment
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Chair – Minority Freedom Community Fund Board of Trustees
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Member – Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, 100 Black Men of South Florida, and more
Publications & Thought Leadership:
Dr. Brown has authored numerous articles on leadership, management, diversity, and education, featured in Brainz Magazine, Diversity in Ed, Digital First Magazine, and academic journals.
Pastoral Leadership:
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Raised over $1M across multiple congregations through capital campaigns and donor initiatives.
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Current Pastor, Greater New Mt. Pleasant AME Church (Hollywood, FL).
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