Cherise Buchanan

Cherise Buchanan is an experienced professional with a background in project management, workforce solutions, and education. Currently serving as Project Manager for Neighborhood Employment HUBs at the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research since December 2020, Cherise previously held key roles such as Lead Instructor at In Cherise's Steps Dance Studio and Career Coach at Kellogg Community College. Cherise's career includes significant positions at Kellogg Community College, where roles included Program Manager for the Center for Diversity and Innovation, as well as Volunteer Coordinator at Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes. Additional experience encompasses advocacy work at Haven Of Rest Ministries, retail at Charming Shoppes Inc., and youth program assistance at HandsOn Battle Creek. Educational credentials include a Master of Public Administration focused on Non-Profit Leadership from Western Michigan University and a Bachelor's degree in Communication from Michigan State University.