J. Elisha Burke
Community Research Liason at Virginia Commonwealth University
- Location
- Richmond, Virginia Area
- Industry
- Management Consulting
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J. Elisha Burke's Overview
- Current
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- Community Research Liaison at Virginia Commonwealth University
- Chief Operating Officer at Labyrinth Group Global LLC
- Member at Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
- Director of Health Ministry at Baptist General Convention of Virginia
- African American Men's Health Forum Consultant & Former Chairman at American Cancer Society
- Adjunct Instructor - School of Theology at Virginia Union University
- Past
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- Interim Pastor at Mosby Memorial Baptist Church
- Pastor at First Antioch Baptist Church
- Executive Director at Gilpin Jackson Center
- Education
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- Virginia Union University
- Virginia Union University
- Elizabeth City State University
- Recommendations
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3 people have recommended J. Elisha
- Connections
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209 connections
- Websites
J. Elisha Burke's Summary
Certified Diversity Consultant, Government & Corporate Proposal Writer, University Researcher, Community Advocate for Research, Nonprofit Executive and Adjunct Instructor with many years of experience in leadership and the creation, fund development and governance of nonprofit organizations. A former corporate accountant and expert in starting 501(3)(c) (nonprofits) and leadership training. Specialties: Leadership Development, Conflict Resolution in the Workplace, Nonprofit Incorporation, Duties and Responsibilities of Board Members, The Dynamics of Leadership, Cultural Diversity and many other topics.
Specialties
Minority Recruitment in Clinical Trials
African Americans in Clinical Research Trials
Workplace Diversity
Diversity in Clinical Trials
Community Health Initiative
Seminar, Workshop and Lecture Topics:
Leadership Development
Conflict Resolution in the Workplace
Academic Research
How To Form A Nonprofit Corporation
Duties and Responsibilities of Nonprofit Board Members
How To Write A Winning Grant Proposal
Writing Successful Letter (Grant) Proposals
The Dynamics of Christian Leadership
J. Elisha Burke's Experience
Community Research Liaison
Virginia Commonwealth University
Educational Institution; 10,001+ employees; Higher Education industry
November 2010 – Present (1 year 7 months)
Researcher in the Office of Research, Center for Clinical and Translational Research
Director of Health Ministry
Baptist General Convention of Virginia
2006 – Present (6 years)
Responsible for providing leadership and training for men’s ministries throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia for Baptist General Convention of Virginia’s 1,000+ member churches; Duties include developing and conducting training seminars in the areas of Leadership, Health and Wellness, Marriage and Couples ministry, Emergency Preparedness and Community Outreach; Plan and Facilitate three state-wide training conferences per year as well as develop specific training for churches and their associations; Collaborate with community based organizations to offer Health Forums, Training, Marriage and Couples Ministries in various regions of Virginia.
African American Men's Health Forum Consultant & Former Chairman
American Cancer Society
Nonprofit; 5001-10,000 employees; Nonprofit Organization Management industry
April 2006 – Present (6 years 2 months)
Faced with the daunting health disparities that impact African American men, the American Cancer Society, South Atlantic Division, is presenting the 4th Annual African American Men’s Health Forum, October 30, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the Arthur Ashe, Jr. Athletic Center located at 3001 North Boulevard in Richmond, Va. Doors will open at 8:00 a.m. for check-in for pre-registered attendees. Routinely attended by more than 400 men from throughout the greater Richmond area, this FREE event is designed to serve as a clarion call to African American men to take a decidedly proactive role in their own healthcare.
Adjunct Instructor - School of Theology
Virginia Union University
Educational Institution; 201-500 employees; Higher Education industry
2002 – Present (10 years)
Interim Pastor
Mosby Memorial Baptist Church
Nonprofit; 1-10 employees; Nonprofit Organization Management industry
October 2009 – July 2010 (10 months)
Executive Director
Gilpin Jackson Center
1994 – 2006 (12 years)
Responsibilities include working with the Board, staff and volunteers to implement the mission, goals, objectives, values and policies of the organization; Organizing the resources to implement the short and long range plans; Increasing the vitality of the organization: researching funding sources and writing grant applications to secure funding for current and proposed programs and form viable partnerships/relationships
J. Elisha Burke's Skills & Expertise
J. Elisha Burke's Education
Virginia Union University
Dr. of Ministry, Theology
2001 – 2004
Virginia Union University
M. Div., Theology
1993 – 1996
Elizabeth City State University
B.S., Social Sciences
1971 – 1975
J. Elisha Burke's Additional Information
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- Interests:
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Theological Inquiry Health and Wellness Exercise Arts & Culture Cooking and Dining Out Teaching, Preaching, Conducting Seminars on Various topics African American Literature African American History Community Service Writing Nonprofit Consulting
- Groups and Associations:
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American Cancer Society American Heart Association American Stroke Association/The Power To End Stroke
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- Honors and Awards:
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School of Theology, Virginia Union University, Magna Cum Laude, May,1996
Personality of the Week (Reading Is Fundamental Event Chairman) - Richmond Free Press, July 31,1998
Community Service Award - University of Richmond
Community Service Award - The Complete Woman and Man: Mind, Body & Soul Annual HIV/AIDS Conference
Dedication & Commitment Recognition - Project Vision, United Way Services
Service Award - Youth Ministry of Sixth Mt. Zion Baptist Church
Service Award - Christian Education Ministry of Sixth Mt. Zion Baptist Church
Personality of the Week (African American Men’s Health Forum Chairman) – Richmond Free Press, January 24, 2008
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