Jamilica Burke, MS, PMP

Jamilica Burke, MS, PMP has a diverse and extensive work experience. From 2020 to present, they serve as the Chief Strategy and Impact Officer at Seeding Success, where they play a crucial role in guiding the organization's collaborative efforts and strategies for supporting children's development from cradle to career.

Prior to this, Jamilica worked at Seeding Success from 2017 to 2020 as the Director of Collaborative Action. In this role, they facilitated a culture of collaboration and collective impact among cross-sector partners, managed the results-based accountability structure, and co-designed core systems strategies.

Jamilica also gained valuable experience as the Director of Communications and Community Relations at Achievement School District from 2016 to 2017. In this role, Jamilica established innovative programs and partnerships aligned with the organization's mission, handled internal and external communications, and led initiatives in areas such as restorative practices and professional development.

Before that, from 2014 to 2016, they worked as the Founding Director of Programs at Playworks, where they played a key role in developing and implementing impactful programs.

Throughout their career, Jamilica has engaged in various leadership and fellowship programs, including the Executive Program at Leadership Memphis, New Leaders Council fellowship, Leadership Atlanta's LEAD Atlanta program, and the Ombudsman Educational Services' Operations Manager role in 2009-2012.

Jamilica holds a Master of Science degree and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, highlighting their expertise in leading and managing projects.

Jamilica Burke received a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science with a minor in Pre-med from the University of Chicago in the years 1998 to 2002. Jamilica then pursued a Master of Science in Urban Education and Leadership from Georgia State University from 2004 to 2006.

In addition to their formal education, Jamilica obtained a Certificate of Completion in Improving Your Managerial Effectiveness from the American Management Association in March 2013. Jamilica also holds a T-5 Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Education and an L-5 Instructional Supervision Certification. Furthermore, Jamilica has achieved the Project Management Professional designation.