Kareem Yates

Kareem Yates is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in education and military leadership. Currently serving as a Senior ROTC Instructor at Fordham University since February 2017, Kareem has also held various senior management roles in the US Army since 2000, including First Sergeant and Platoon Sergeant. In the educational sector, Kareem worked as an Elementary School Teacher for Mastery Schools from August 2022 to 2024, contributing to literacy initiatives and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Additional experience includes a role as a Claims Adjuster at Progressive Insurance from October 2021 to August 2022. Kareem's educational background includes a Master's degree in Education from Relay Graduate School of Education, a Bachelor's degree in Management from American Military University, and multiple master's degrees and certifications in Organizational Leadership from various institutions.