Dawanta Parks

Dawanta Parks, MBA, MPA, ASM, LSSMBB, CPM, is an accomplished Program Manager overseeing the Denver Construction Careers Program, managing workforce requirements for major construction projects in Denver valued over $432 million. In addition to current roles with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and as a public speaker and management consultant, Dawanta Parks has held leadership positions in various organizations, including the Colorado Veterans Leading Government Chair and Director of Bayaud Works. With extensive experience in workforce development, strategic communication, and public health initiatives, Dawanta Parks has contributed significantly to veteran employment initiatives and guided numerous organizations through complex challenges. Academic qualifications include multiple executive education certificates from prestigious institutions and advanced degrees focusing on public administration and human resources management.