Independent Broadcast Media Professional
Greater New York City Area
- Current
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- Internet Radio Host at Mayes Communications LLC. (Self-employed)
- Past
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- Family Services Coordinator at Bristol Housing Authority
- Community Program Coordinator at Griffin Hospital
- Social Services Coordinator at Ansonia Housing Authorityocial Services
- Education
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- Regent University
- Charter Oak State College
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Keesha Mayes’s Summary
My proudest career achievement is the creation and implementation of a successful community women’s health and empowerment group called the Healthy Divas. The Healthy Divas is a community-based participatory research partnership that combines a peer support group format with creative arts and self-esteem building exercises as a means of encouraging African-American and Latina women to make healthy life-style choices.
I developed this program with the intention to inspire, educate and support women in my community, who are often overlooked and/or discounted. The simple, yet powerful formula of inspiration, support and education, became a breathe of fresh air for my community, turning a small 15 member group into a 400 member multi-level empowerment network that serves women of all cultures and income-levels.
I am a deeply committed person who seeks to use my experience, strength and optimism to support myself and others in removing blocks that prevent health and well-being. It is my belief that loving-kindness, respect , inclusiveness and practical life skills are the roots that nourishes the flowers of health and well-being. I am committed to learning more about living from those “roots,” and sharing what I learn to support others in stepping into greater awareness and empowerment.
Keesha Mayes’s Specialties:
Group Facilitation.
Case Management.
Coaching.
Program Management.
Highly Developed Communications Skills.
Program Evaluation and Research
Keesha Mayes’s Experience
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Internet Radio Host
Mayes Communications LLC. (Self-employed)
(Self-Employed; Broadcast Media industry)
December 2006 — Present (1 year 8 months)
Coach K! Talk Radio Show for Women. The intention that drives this show is to have a fun, informative and inspiring show that will support women in applying spiritual principles and practices on their journey to personal and professional success, happiness and wealth.
This show provides spiritual solutions to ordinary and extraordinary life experiences. We invite a wide spectrum of spiritual viewpoints, practices and beliefs, all to better serve our listeners in choosing the path that feels good for them. The show hostess, Keesha Mayes (Coach K!), is a trained personal and business coach. Her down to earth spiritual view points and sassy humor keeps the show light and invigorating. -
Family Services Coordinator
Bristol Housing Authority
(Government Agency; 11-50 employees; Civic & Social Organization industry)
August 2007 — February 2008 (7 months)
Assured that program participants are linked to supportive services that would enable them to be free from government cash assistance.
Worked with welfare agencies, schools, businesses, and other local partners to develop a comprehensive program that gives participating Family Self Sufficiency family members the skills and experience to enable them to obtain employment that pays a living wage.
Established application and selection process of program applicants
Conducted outreach initiatives and program orientation sessions for interested residents.
Coordinated program participants with homeownership counseling and financial literacy classes, and approved mortgage financing companies. -
Community Program Coordinator
Griffin Hospital
(Non-Profit; 501-1000 employees; Hospital & Health Care industry)
November 2002 — September 2007 (4 years 11 months)
Developed a highly successful empowerment support group network for a woman that offers multi-levels of engagement. The network coordinates local health and human services, support groups, newsletters, and creative arts events. The first of its kind to instituted a community-based participatory research model to build and sustain program capacity.
Demonstrated outstanding program management (consumer participation up to 400) and dedication to consumer/clients, as evidenced by repeated promotions throughout tenure.
Developed proposals and delivered presentations that won over $40,000 grants to overhaul program expansion.
Collaborated closely with Yale University School of Epidemiology and Public Health to develop relationships with key informant community leaders to establish infrastructure to conduct a larger community-based participatory intervention research project with disenfranchised communities. -
Social Services Coordinator
Ansonia Housing Authorityocial Services
(Government Agency; 11-50 employees; Civic & Social Organization industry)
April 1999 — January 2000 (10 months)
Designed and implemented creative group programs benefiting residents/consumers (ages 18 & up) and enhancing their social skills and self-esteem.
Forged community connections benefiting staff, residents and their families.
Collaborated closely with housing management specialist team members on development of appropriate case plans meeting residents needs.
Keesha Mayes’s Education
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Regent University
Master's, Divinity, 2008 — 2012 (expected)
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Charter Oak State College
Bachelors of Arts, Communications, 2004 — 2004
Additional Information
Keesha Mayes’s Websites:
Keesha Mayes’s Interests:
Internet talk radio show hostess, web design, New Thought Ordained Minister, Professional Life Coach, Basketball, writing
Keesha Mayes’s Groups:
International Coaching Federation (ICF)
Keesha Mayes’s Honors:
2007 Connecticut Health Foundation (CHF) Health & Leadership Fellowship
2004 Women's & Girls Fund Outstanding Community Program for Women
PAPER PRESENTED AT CONFERENCE
Beth A. Jones, PhD, MPH1, Ashika S. Brinkley 1, Keesha Mayes2, and Stanislav V Kasl1. (1) Enhancing Mammography Screening Benefits for African American Women in Bridging the Health Care Divide Research and Programs to Eliminate Cancer Disparities April 2007.
Keesha Mayes’s Contact Settings
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