Charles C.
Skills
Strategic Leadership | Organizational Transformation | Problem-Solving | Leadership Development | Executive Coaching | Cross-Functional Team Leadership | Program Scaling | Market Research & Analytics | Workforce Development | Innovation Strategy | Change Management | AI & Technology Integration | Stakeholder Engagement
About
I am a senior executive leader with more than 20 years of experience shaping strategic initiatives, scaling high-impact programs, and leading cross-functional teams across education, workforce, and technology ecosystems. My career reflects a consistent record of turning market insights into actionable strategies that expand organizational reach, drive innovation, and deliver measurable results.
I have:
• Directed multi-year strategic plans that expanded services to more than 5,000 students and 400 staff.
• Spearheaded a Career Skills Academy, equipping thousands with durable skills and securing industry partnerships for internships and placements.
• Scaled a 21-school national network, improving operations, outcomes, and cross-state collaboration through data-informed strategy.
• Founded Sterling Solutions Group LLC, advising leaders nationwide on innovation, organizational redesign, and competitiveness.
Currently completing my doctorate at NYU, I am advancing my research and practice at the intersection of AI integration, workforce development, and strategic leadership. I thrive on solving complex challenges, aligning stakeholders around shared goals, and positioning organizations for long-term growth and industry leadership.