Raphael Holloway, MA, LPC

Raphael Holloway, MA, LPC has a diverse work experience in the field of mental health and social services. Raphael has held various leadership positions and has demonstrated expertise in program management, budgeting, strategic planning, and staff supervision.

From 2016-present, Holloway has served as the Chief Executive Officer of the 24/7 Gateway Center, a leading non-profit organization in Atlanta that provides shelter and programming for homeless men. In this role, they have provided visionary leadership and strategic guidance to improve operational results and reduce indebtedness.

From 2009-2016, they worked as the Chief Operations Officer at Families First, where they oversaw the agency's operations and managed a $10 million budget. Raphael ensured that the agency met its strategic goals, strengthened accountability systems, and improved human resource management.

Prior to that, from 2008-2009, Holloway worked as the State HIV/AIDS Unit Director at the Georgia Department of Human Resources. In this role, they provided executive leadership and directed the planning, implementation, and evaluation of HIV/AIDS programs and services statewide.

Holloway also has experience working at AID Atlanta, where they served as the Prevention Programs Manager from 2004-2008. Raphael supervised staff and oversaw the development and evaluation of STD/HIV prevention services.

Furthermore, they worked as the Community Supports Program Manager at Cobb County Community Services Board from 2003-2004, where they supervised case managers and implemented treatment and intervention programs for children and adolescents with mental illness.

Earlier in their career, Holloway worked at AID Atlanta as a Group Manager/Project Director from 2000-2003, where they supervised case managers and developed programs for people infected with HIV/AIDS. Raphael also worked as a Case Manager from 1999-2000, providing intensive case management and intervention for homeless individuals with HIV/AIDS.

Additionally, Holloway has experience working at Devereux Georgia as a Direct Care Professional II from 2002-2003, where they provided supervision and support to adolescent males with mental illness and developmental disabilities.

Overall, Holloway's work experience reflects their dedication to improving the lives of individuals and communities through evidence-based programming, strategic leadership, and a commitment to social service.

Raphael Holloway holds a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Mental Health Counseling/Counselor, which was obtained from Bowling Green State University between the years 1997 and 1999. Prior to this, Holloway completed a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Child and Family Community Services from Bowling Green State University from 1991 to 1996. Holloway received their high school education at Macomber High School from 1987 to 1991, although the degree and field of study obtained during this time are unspecified.