Bizzell Announces New Center Director for Tulsa Job Corps Center

Bizzell Announces New Center Director for Tulsa Job Corps Center

 

 

June 22, 2023 (New Carrollton, Md) – Bizzell US (Bizzell) is pleased to introduce Adrienne Pope as the new Center Director for the Tulsa Job Corps Center, operated by Bizzell. As the new Center Director, Ms. Pope will oversee the strategic direction, daily operations, and overall success of the center. She will work closely with the center’s dedicated team of educators, counselors, and support staff to ensure that each student receives the highest quality of education and guidance necessary to thrive in their chosen career paths.

Ms. Pope has over 19 years of leadership experience in education and Job Corps Centers. She has supported the Hartford Job Corps Center in Hartford, CT since 2010 where she has served as the Center Director, Deputy Center Director, Director of Administrative Services, and Careers Services Director.

“Adrienne Pope is a remarkable individual whose passion for education and youth development aligns perfectly with our organization’s values. She brings a remarkable track record of success and innovation, and we are thrilled to have her on board, said Anton C. Bizzell, MD, Bizzell Chairman and CEO. “We are confident that Adrienne will lead the Tulsa Job Corps Center to new heights and continue our commitment to transforming lives and collaborating with the greater Tulsa community.”

Bizzell operates the 13-acre Tulsa Job Corps Center, where they provide academic, career technical, career success skills, and career development training and related support services to nearly 235 young adults each day between the ages of 16-24. The Center offers students education and training programs in the hospitality, construction, heath care, and homeland security industries. With more than 115 staff supporting the center, all are residents of the greater Tulsa community and work to partner with local businesses and resources, such as the YMCA, University of Oklahoma, and Tulsa Police Department, to assist the students throughout their journey.

Ms. Pope is available for media interviews upon request.

About Job Corps

Job Corps, the nation’s largest residential job training program, prepares young adults, ages 16-24, with education and hands-on career training for entry-level positions that lead to careers in today’s workforce. For more information, visit https://www.jobcorps.gov

About Bizzell US

Bizzell US is a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) HUBZone-certified strategy, consulting, and technology firm with a mission to improve lives and accelerate positive change. Bizzell delivers award-winning services to a diverse portfolio of clients to help build healthy, secure, and sustainable communities across the globe. Leveraging decades of combined experience from our multi-disciplinary team, our subject matter experts develop data-driven, research-informed, innovative solutions to complex, real-world challenges. Learn more at www.BizzellUS.com

 

Media Contact: Carlos Gomez
cgomez@bizzellglobal.com | 301.246.6250

 

 

Bizzell Awarded Federal Contract to Operate New Haven Job Corps Center

Bizzell Awarded Federal Contract to Operate New Haven Job Corps Center

November 29, 2022 (New Carrollton, MD) – Bizzell US (Bizzell) has been awarded the federal contract to operate and manage the New Haven Job Corps Center located in New Haven, CT, effective December 1, 2022. This five-year contract will provide education and training to 157 youths and young adults between the ages of 16 and 24. In addition, the contract will provide jobs for 92 staff members, all of whom are residents of the New Haven community. Further, Bizzell will engage and leverage community partnerships as part of the city’s economic development impact initiative.

Students enrolled in the New Haven Job Corps Center program will be able to obtain their high school diploma and complete training for a trade in construction, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, finance and business, or culinary arts. Graduates from the New Haven Job Corps Center will be provided career placement assistance, which can include an industry-related job, college, the Armed Forces, apprenticeship training, or advanced training.

“Our team is committed to improving the wellbeing of the communities from which our students come and share a dedication to helping ensure that each student finds a pathway to a safe and successful future,” stressed Anton C. Bizzell, MD, Bizzell Chairman and CEO. “This must be part of the mission. Bizzell, through our workforce innovation practice area, fervently prioritizes educating and training young people for successful careers in the nation’s most high demand and fastest-growing industries.  Given New Haven’s diverse educational environment, students enrolled in the Job Corps program will be well positioned to meet their academic benchmarks.”

About Bizzell

Established in 2010, Bizzell US is a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) HUBZone certified strategy, consulting, and technology firm with a mission to improve lives and accelerate change. Bizzell US develops innovative solutions to some of the most critical issues of our time such as health care services equity, global health, workforce innovation, and other urgent needs facing the world. Under the leadership and vision of founder, Anton C. Bizzell, MD, the company has grown into a thriving firm, headquartered in New Carrollton, Maryland, with staff and offices in various regions around the country, including California, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Georgia, and globally in Africa, Asia, and Central America. Learn more about how we develop data-driven, research-informed, innovative solutions to complex, real-world challenges. Learn more at www.BizzellUS.com.

About Job Corps

Job Corps, the nation’s largest residential job training program, prepares young adults, ages 16-24, with education and hands-on career training for entry-level positions that lead to careers in today’s workforce. For more information, visit https://www.jobcorps.gov

Bizzell Global Ventures Contact
Carlos Gomez, Market Impact Specialist
Cgomez@bizzellglobal.com | 301-459-0100 x286

Senior Research Scientist and Health Expert Dr. William Scarbrough Joins The Bizzell Group as the Vice President of Health Solutions

Senior Research Scientist and Health Expert Dr. William Scarbrough Joins Bizzell US as the Vice President of Health Solutions

 The Bizzell Group Contact
Chad Brown DM, Chief Administrative Officer
301-459-0100cbrown@thebizzellgroup.com 

April 5, 2022 (New Carrollton, MD) — Dr. William H. Scarbrough, III joins Bizzell US (Bizzell) as the new Vice President of Health Solutions. In this role, he will be a senior member of the Bizzell leadership team and will assume immediate responsibility for all aspects of Bizzell’s health practice area, including supporting existing federal customers and growing Bizzell’s health portfolio. Dr. Scarbrough will also advise on Bizzell’s corporate strategic planning and operational initiatives. 

“It is an honor to join Bizzell and lead innovative solutions to improve and promote positive health outcomes. Bizzell has positioned itself as a problem-solving engine that the public health industry needs. Bizzell has an extensive record of accomplishment and delivering actionable solutions to their customers and citizens,” says Dr. Scarbrough. 

Bringing over 40 years of experience in health and human services, education, and juvenile justice as a clinician, researcher, program evaluator, and manager, Dr. Scarbrough is skilled in evaluation design, data collection, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, mixed method approaches, and strategic planning. He has designed, managed, and advised on dozens of research and program evaluation studies at the national, state, and local levels, including cross-site evaluations, multi-site and cluster evaluations, mixed methods evaluations, and case studies. 

Dr. Scarbrough is an excellent addition to Bizzell. He is a highly seasoned evaluation professional that brings with him a record of exceptional experience, knowledge, and credibility. We pride ourselves in attracting top talent, and Dr. Scarbrough is a prime example of the caliber of leader and talent found at Bizzell,” says Anton C. Bizzell, M.D., President & CEO of Bizzell. 

“We’re looking forward to leveraging Dr. Scarbrough’s extensive experience in order to advance our critical mission and relationships with our customers and stakeholders,” says Dr. Chad Brown, Bizzell’s Chief Administrative Officer. 

About Bizzell  

Established in 2010, Bizzell US is U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) HUBZone certified strategy, consulting, and technology firm with a mission to improve lives and accelerate change. Bizzell US develops innovative solutions to some of the most critical issues of our time such as health care services equity, global health, workforce innovation and other urgent needs facing the world. Under the leadership and vision of founder, Anton C. Bizzell, MD, the company has grown into a thriving firm headquartered in New Carrollton, Maryland with staff and offices in various regions around the country including California, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Georgia, and globally in Africa, Asia, and Central America. Learn more about how we develop data-driven, research-informed, innovative solutions to complex-real-world challenges. Learn more at BizzellUS.com.

 

Dr. William H. Scarbrough, III

Bizzell Appoints New CAO, CFO, and VP of Strategic Growth

BIZZELL APPOINTS NEW CAO, CFO, AND VP OF STRATEGIC GROWTH

Friday March 25, 2022 (New Carrollton, MD) — The Bizzell Group (Bizzell) is strengthening its leadership team with the appointments of Dr. Chad Brown as Chief Administrative Officer and Ms. Bethelehem Kebede as Vice President, Strategic Growth, and the promotion of Yomi Jones to Chief Financial Officer.

Chad Brown, MPH, MBA, DM, Chief Administrative Officer
Chad Brown, MPH, MBA, DM, recently served as the Chief of Staff to the Chief Administrative Officer for the City of New Orleans. His responsibilities included assisting overseeing the day-to-day management of the City’s numerous departments and agencies, preparing and executing the City’s $700M yearly operating budget and $1.2B  5-year capital program, and coordinating and implementing innovative solutions to reform city government.

Dr. Brown has diverse professional experience in both the private and public sector throughout the United States. Before his role as Chief of Staff, Dr. Brown served as the Vice President of Business Development and Strategic Growth at Bizzell. Additional professional experience include healthcare operations, management consulting for municipalities in Louisiana, and private sector project management and execution experience in the Washington DC area.  Dr. Brown holds a Doctorate in Management from the University of Maryland, a Master of Public Health from Emory University, and a Master of Business Administration from the University of New Orleans.

“My core values have always aligned with the innovative work and impact of Bizzell, and I am excited to contribute my expertise and experience to the culture of Bizzell,” said Dr. Chad Brown. 

Yomi Jones, Chief Financial Officer
Yomi Jones, Bizzell’s Chief Financial Officer is an accomplished and dynamic finance professional with proven productivity improvement, cost cutting, troubleshooting and analytic skills with 15+ years of experience in organization implementation, financial reporting, cost accounting, cash flow control, pricing, financial analysis, strategic planning, and management.

Prior to the promotion, Mr. Jones served as Bizzell’s Vice President, Finance and Global Operations. He brings a wealth of financial and growth experiences across multiple industries including securities and financial markets, investment banking, information technology, logistics and supply chain management, and construction. He is expert in government contracting with expertise in data analytics, forecasting and budgeting, systems implementation, process improvement, payroll administration, and inventory management with a thorough understanding of financial systems and operations across the globe. Mr. Jones is a graduate of Howard University and has a bachelor’s degree in Economics.

“Bizzell continues to accelerate client real world change. Being a part of Bizzell’s culture of real-world change and team-driven success is an honor,” said Yomi Jones.

Bethelehem Kebede, Vice President, Strategic Growth
Local and global strategic growth is in the fabric and DNA of Bizzell, creating a significant need for newly appointed Vice President, Strategic Growth Bethelehem Kebede. Ms. Kebede is a proven leader with deep experience driving and shaping small to large-sized strategic and businesses development ventures and relationships for opportunities in the federal and public sector markets. As a strategic-focused executive, Ms. Kebede leads multi-disciplined teams focused driving capture and proposal readiness from early positioning and shaping efforts, to development and implementation of winning strategies and marketing solutions to increase sales, productivity for small and large business contractors.

Prior to joining Bizzell, Ms. Kebede was the Military Health Lead for Capgemini Government Solutions. She was responsible for the strategic development plans and revenue within the Civilian Sector, Health, and Benefits for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and Health Military including the Defense Health Agency (DHA), and Veterans Affairs (VA). In this capacity, Ms. Kebede won the DHA Military Health System Enterprise IT Services Integrator ($2B) and the DHA Program Executive Office, Defense Healthcare Management Systems Workforce 3.0 ($1.2B). Ms. Kebede’s educational programs include Marymount University (Biology), Howard University (Political Science), and Trinity University (Business Administration).

“I am pleased to bring my formulas for successful business growth to a global innovative strategy firm such as Bizzell,” mentioned Bethelehem Kebede.

Bizzell’s investment in thought leaders to drive the next generation of business development, growth, and success is the first of many unique human capital investments to meet the mission and goals of the company.

“The ever-evolving needs of our world calls for our firm to focus on new growth strategies, capabilities and services that we offer,” says Anton C. Bizzell, MD, President and CEO of Bizzell. “We’re looking forward to leveraging each new leader’s expertise in order to advance our clients’ missions, using essential insights to ensure strategic advantage as we accelerate real world change.”

About Bizzell

Established in 2010, Bizzell is U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) HUBZone certified strategy, consulting, and technology firm with a passion to improve lives and accelerate change. Bizzell develops innovative solutions to some of the most critical issues of our time such as health solutions, global health, workforce innovation and other critical needs facing the world. Under the leadership and vision of founder, Anton C. Bizzell, MD, the company has grown into a thriving firm headquartered in New Carrollton, Maryland with staff and offices in various regions around the country including California, Colorado, Georgia, and Africa, Asia, and Central America.