Jabriel Ballentine

Jabriel Ballentine

Visionary Strategist & Problem Solver

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Current
  • Blogger at J. Ballentine Media Group
  • CEO at Simmonds Ballentine, LLC
Past
Education
  • University of Maryland University College
  • Lindenwood University
  • Harris-Stowe State University
  • Bowie State University
  • University of Delaware
Connections
500+ connections
Industry
Public Relations and Communications
Websites

Jabriel Ballentine’s Summary

Mr. Ballentine is communications specialist whose areas of expertise include organizational development & strategic planning, geared towards organizations, businesses and individuals serving minority clientele. Mr. Ballentine's background and network allows him to effectively navigate political environments and garner influence to accomplish the established objectives.

Jabriel Ballentine’s Specialties:

Communications, Organizational Development, Strategic Planning, Social Media Integration, Grassroots Organizing, Capacity Building, Government/Public Affairs, Nonprofit Management


Jabriel Ballentine’s Experience

  • Blogger

    J. Ballentine Media Group

    (Writing and Editing industry)

    July 2008Present (1 year 5 months)

    Jabriel Ballentine is an avid blogger.

    Reparations: The Blog (www.reparationsblog.com) addresses the looming problems of race and racism, and offers an interesting approach for repair.

    Voice of a Brotha (www.voiceofabrotha.com) provides an intriguing perspective on the complications of inter-gender relations in the Black Community.

    Virgin Islands Watch (www.virginislandswatch.com) brings hard-hitting political commentary on issues in and affecting the US Virgin Islands.

  • CEO

    Simmonds Ballentine, LLC

    (Government Relations industry)

    November 2005Present (4 years 1 month)

    Established in 2005, the mission of Simmonds Ballentine, LLC is to empower marginalized communities by enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of organizations and businesses providing services to and/or interfacing with that community. We provide Organizational Development and Advocacy services to our Clients. We help our Clients to leverage current and emerging technologies to enhance the effectiveness of their services. We establish and maintain our top-tier global position by providing our Clients with innovative solutions and exceptional service that exceeds expectations. Our Firm is governed by a philosophy that promotes self-sufficiency within communities, as well as understanding and cooperation between that community and the larger society.

    Simmonds Ballentine, LLC works to strengthen the economic and political stature of the community and serves as a bridge between communities for the mutual benefit of mankind. We recruit, develop and empower the best talent to become important contributors to this mission and thus broaden the reach of our services. Our purpose is to represent you - our Clients - in ways that prevent others from compromising your integrity.

  • Educational Consultant

    Tutor.com

    (Privately Held; 51-200 employees; E-Learning industry)

    October 2007December 2007 (3 months)

    With Tutor.com, I am responsible for marketing Company services in the DC Metro Area. As for these services, Tutor.com offers an innovative means to help middle - high school aged student find the help they need - on demand tutoring. Unlike competitors, there are no appointments to be made and no location to which a child must be taken. Tutoring is done live, in the convenience of the child's home - or wherever they access the internet. Tutoring sessions can be as short or as long as the Client desires.

  • Special Assistant

    US House of Representatives

    (Government Agency; 1-10 employees; Legislative Office industry)

    January 2005June 2005 (6 months)

    Monitored Bills and policies affecting specified issue areas and advising the Member on the best stance or most effective response. Worked with the Member to develop the legislative agenda for the Session of Congress and assisted in drafting preliminary legislation for submittal to Legislative Counsel. Helped organize Committee hearings, including pulling research, drafting statements and preparing witnesses. Drafted correspondence to Member’s constituency to articulate the Member’s positions on legislation as well as other works of the Member in service of the District. Served as link between grassroots organizations and the Federal Government, keeping the community informed on various Government initiatives, coordinating forums on the Hill for community groups and representing the Member at the meetings of community organizations. Established and maintained relationships with various Member and support offices, to ensure effective interoffice relations.

  • Teacher - Special Education

    St. Louis Public Schools

    (Educational Institution; 10,001 or more employees; Primary/Secondary Education industry)

    September 2003June 2004 (10 months)

    Teacher in public education, instructing students with learning disabilities and behavior disorders. Managed a case load of students, developing their Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Behavior Management Plans. Tailored curriculum to fit individual student needs. Served as a mentor to many students - even those not in my classes.


Jabriel Ballentine’s Education

  • University of Maryland University College

    BS , Business Administration , 20062006

  • Lindenwood University

    History: Secondary Education 20042004

  • Harris-Stowe State University

    Urban Education 20022003

  • Bowie State University

    Finance 20012001

  • University of Delaware

    Engineering, Finance 19982000


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