Kenya brings a unique blend of expertise in grants, sales, and leadership to her role as Business Development Manager at Assel Grant Services. With years of experience navigating the intricacies of grant writing, Kenya has successfully developed and managed award-winning proposals for government agencies, foundations, and corporations. Her background as a grant writer enables her to understand the challenges organizations face when seeking funding and allows her to provide insights that align with their goals. Kenya’s role at Assel is centered on helping clients grow their revenue streams and strengthen their grant-seeking strategies, ensuring they are positioned to make a lasting impact in their communities.
Beyond her grant expertise, Kenya brings a dynamic approach to sales and client relations. She has honed these skills through diverse experiences in business development, marketing, and project management, consistently surpassing revenue targets and fostering strong partnerships. Kenya’s global perspective, shaped in part by her participation in a study abroad program in Beijing, China, informs her approach to fostering inclusive, innovative growth for her clients. Her commitment to the grant profession extends beyond her work, as she actively serves on the Greater Cleveland Chapter of the Grant Professionals Association board, where she collaborates with fellow professionals to advance best practices in the field.
Kenya holds a BBA in Marketing from Kent State University and an MBA with a concentration in Marketing from Clark Atlanta University, providing a strong foundation in business and strategic communication. At Assel Grant Services, Kenya combines her grant knowledge, sales expertise, and leadership skills to drive meaningful growth for the organizations she serves, helping clients secure the resources they need to realize their missions.