Education

• Dual Bachelors in Political Science and Public Policy

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Organizational Management

• Doctoral Candidate (ABD)
   

Professional Experience

• Adjunct Professor: Business Finance, Business Management, Business Communication

• Board Service: Extensive experience on various boards, holding leadership positions such as President, Vice President, and Finance Chair. 
   

Travel and Cultural Exploration

Cora is a passionate world traveler who enjoys immersing herself in different cultures and cuisines.

Sharing Knowledge and Growth

Cora's approach to education and empowerment is holistic and inspiring.
 

Leadership Roles
 

• YWCA Schenectady, NY (President, Finance Chair, Nominating Committee): 2014-2018

• Northeast Parent and Child Society, NY (Executive Board Vice President): 2013-2016

• Center for Community Justice, NY (Board Member, Finance Committee): 2015-2016

• Schenectady City Schools Education Foundation, NY (Member): 2018-present

• Several other board positions from 2010-2019 (details available upon request)
   

Speaking Engagements
 

Cora is a sought-after speaker on a variety of topics, including empowerment, education, diversity, and community. 
 

• Black & Latino Youth Achievers, Troy, NY: "Self-Empowerment" (Mentor/Speaker)

• Capital District Head Start, Albany, NY: "The Importance of Early Education" (Keynote Speaker)

• Union College Political Science Class, Schenectady, NY: "Education!" (Guest Speaker)

• Girls Inc. Capital District, Schenectady, NY: "My Journey" (Keynote Speaker)

• Several other speaking engagements from 2010-2019 
   

Awards and Recognition
 

• Community Leader Award (2011)

• Volunteer of the Year Award (2011)

• Mentor of the Year Award (2012)

• Woman of Distinction Award (2016)
   

Future Endeavors
 

Cora is actively pursuing opportunities with the FBI Academy, a research institute and authorship focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion.