C3S Consulting

Where is our CEO Angeline F. Johnson, BA, MPL, MPA this week? She will be in Puerto Rico with colleagues from the International Economic Development Council and the inaugural cohort of Hosts and Fellows from the Economic Recovery Corps! C3S Consulting is proud to be a selected partner in this U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) economic recovery effort that spans across the U.S., its tribal communities, and territories!

C3S Consulting is celebrating 5 years of service this month! Take a moment to read a reflection from our CEO Angeline F. Johnson, BA, MPL, MPA reaching this milestone!

Congratulations to C3S Associate Dr. Naketa Jones, MPA, EdD for her promotion to Senior Instructional Designer with Baker College! From the announcement: “I am thrilled to join a team of innovators at Baker College who can tackle challenges and embrace the exciting future of education and technology. We are a team that is unafraid to roll up our sleeves and navigate a ship into somewhat uncharted waters,” Jones shares. Before joining Baker, Jones served as a Senior Director for community-based programs in Ohio, specializing in workforce development and training. Her expertise also extends to project management, curriculum development, ethics, and compliance initiatives. As the founder of Human Driven Tech, a nonprofit focused on bridging the digital divide, she has provided equitable access to technology education for underserved communities, further cementing her dedication to education and empowerment. Jones has a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Political Science, a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from The University of Toledo, and a Doctorate in Education (EdD) from Bowling Green State University. Her certifications include Hogan Assessment Systems and Leadership Professional in Ethics and Compliance (LPEC). Additionally, she won first place in a pitch competition through TechTown Detroit and presented groundbreaking research on AI’s impact on education and the workplace at esteemed conferences such as the International Leadership Association Conference. She is set to present at the University Professional and Continuing Education Association (UPCEA) Annual Conference in 2025. Jones is passionate about fostering collaboration, advancing research, and preparing students for successful careers and lives beyond college. She aspires to contribute to research and publishing in areas such as curriculum, assessments, workforce development, and leadership. “Our role as faculty and administrators is more than teaching curriculum—it is to inspire, develop, and engage students in impactful ways,” Jones said. “My goal is to push boundaries, challenge conventions, and ensure that students’ well-being and learning remain at the forefront of everything we do.” Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. Founded in 1911, the institution’s mission is to provide an inclusive, innovative, and transformative educational experience, driven by a student-first philosophy." Congratulations again, Dr. Jones!

Congratulations to C3S Associate Dr. Naketa Jones, MPA, EdD for her promotion to Senior Instructional Designer with Baker College! The announcement: "Baker College announces Naketa Jones as a new Senior Instructional Designer. With a background in education, technology, and workforce development, Jones brings a wealth of experience and passion to this vital role... With a unique background that combines studying and advising on AI ethics with creating educational content for businesses and universities, Jones offers a distinctive perspective on bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and its ethical, practical applications. Her ability to design impactful programs equips learners to navigate current challenges responsibly and thoughtfully, ensuring technology is a tool for empowerment. “I am thrilled to join a team of innovators at Baker College who can tackle challenges and embrace the exciting future of education and technology. We are a team that is unafraid to roll up our sleeves and navigate a ship into somewhat uncharted waters,” Jones shares. Before joining Baker, Jones served as a Senior Director for community-based programs in Ohio, specializing in workforce development and training. Her expertise also extends to project management, curriculum development, ethics, and compliance initiatives. As the founder of Human Driven Tech, a nonprofit focused on bridging the digital divide, she has provided equitable access to technology education for underserved communities, further cementing her dedication to education and empowerment... Jones is passionate about fostering collaboration, advancing research, and preparing students for successful careers and lives beyond college. She aspires to contribute to research and publishing in areas such as curriculum, assessments, workforce development, and leadership. “Our role as faculty and administrators is more than teaching curriculum—it is to inspire, develop, and engage students in impactful ways,” Jones said. “My goal is to push boundaries, challenge conventions, and ensure that students’ well-being and learning remain at the forefront of everything we do.” Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. Founded in 1911, the institution’s mission is to provide an inclusive, innovative, and transformative educational experience, driven by a student-first philosophy." Congratulations again, Dr. Jones!

Today we spent time with colleagues from the Greater Wichita Partnership at its Q4 Regional EDO Meeting as representatives communities from across the region shared updates on key economic development projects happening in their respective areas. There is a lot happening in the region!

Did you catch our CEO Angeline F. Johnson, BA, MPL, MPA on KSN TV this afternoon? We did!

Attention Project HOPE Partner Agencies! If you will join us on Wednesday, November 13th for the next Neighbor Resource Fair, please complete the following sign-up form by Friday, November 8th at 5pm. https://lnkd.in/ezB5NNdR The November fair will take place at Breakthrough / ESS located at 1010 N Main St. (Corner of E. 9th St. & N. Main St.) from 10AM – 1PM! Please share the attached flyers with your networks! Set-up Start time: 9:00am Questions? Contact Person: Tasha Hayes: c3sassociate@cccsconsulting.com As always, THANK YOU for your partnership! Contact us today if you have any questions!

As one of the Producers of the film "Hope in the Heartland: Wichita's Quest to End Homelessness," C3S CEO Angeline F. Johnson, BA, MPL, MPA says the following: "This has been an amazing project to work on in support of telling the story of how the community of Wichita, Kansas is working to address the growing challenge of homelessness. Homelessness is a complex issue that will take both collaborative effort accross sectors and deep political will to truly address. This community has planted the seeds to make change. This film captures the example of efforts to identify, rally around, and nuture those seeds so that they grow into real solutions." Congratulations to the entire project team from Sally Stang and the City of Wichita Kansas Housing & Community Services Department, Nate Schwiethale and the Wichita Police Department Homeless Outreach Team, Ryan W. Gates and the PANO Marketing team, Andy Pfister, AICP with Development Strategies, the Project HOPE Leadership Council, and the list of community partners and leaders who contributed their time to bring this community education vision into a filmed reality! The C3S team thanks you all!

Wichita Colleagues and Community Members. Let us know if you would like a FREE TICKET to Thursday premiere of "Hope in the Heartland: Wichita's Quest to End Homelessness!"