Michael Robbins

Michael Robbins Michael has a premium account Click to upgrade to Premium Michael Robbins Social entrepreneur working in education and workforce development Washington D.C. Metro Area Connect Connect with Michael Robbins More actions District of Learning University of Maryland University of Maryland See contact info See contact info See connections (500+) 500+ connections Michael Robbins is a social entrepreneur, consultant, and leader with over 25 years of cross-sector experience in education and workforce development. He leads District of Learning, which is connecting all the learning opportunities for teens and young adults in Greater DC—to help them explore their passions and strengthen their paths to college and careers. Previously, Michael served as a senior advisor at the U.S. Department of Education where he led the signature initiative for the Department and the White House on community partnerships to propel school improvement. Michael’s approach is informed by his extensive experience with schools, families, youth and community-based organizations–including work in some of the nation’s most challenged communities. He has served as a senior leader at The SEED Foundation, FIRST, and the Shriver Center; and helped launch AmeriCorps. Show less Show less of Michael’s summary Close Get the LinkedIn app and see more profiles like Michael’s anytime, anywhere Send me a link Or send me an SMS instead Michael Robbins Michael Robbins Social entreprene… Activity 1,740 followers View Michael’s profile Looking for a connection who works at or with the United Nations in NYC? Regarding a colleagues' job search. #unitednations Michael shared this https://www.revolutionfoods.com/ Michael commented Thrilled to be speaking at the Meyer Foundation this Thursday on engaging boys and young men of color through District of Learning. Let me know if you're interested in joining the discussion to build the future of education and the arts. Michael shared this 3 Likes Excited about this new partnership with SNHU and the new opportunities it offers for District of Learning (our LRNG site in Greater DC) # Michael shared this 4 Likes See all Experience District of Learning Founder and Director Company NameDistrict of Learning Dates Employed2015 – Present Employment Duration3 yrs LocationWashington D.C. Metro Area District of Learning is creating a network of learning opportunities across Greater DC to help young people pursue their passions and strengthen their paths to college and careers. http://www.districtoflearning.org i18n_media-proxy-image_icon District of Learning District of Learning Span Learning Consultant Company NameSpan Learning Dates Employed2014 – Present Employment Duration4 yrs LocationSilver Spring, MD Span Learning advances student-centered personalized learning that spans across school, home, community, and online environments. FarmRaiser, LLC Advisor Company NameFarmRaiser, LLC Dates Employed2015 – Present Employment Duration3 yrs Collaborative Communications Group Senior Consultant Company NameCollaborative Communications Group Dates Employed2014 – 2015 Employment Duration1 yr LocationWashington, DC U.S. Department of Education Senior Advisor for Nonprofit Partnerships Company NameU.S. Department of Education Dates Employed2009 – 2014 Employment Duration5 yrs LocationWashington, DC Led the signature initiative for the Department and the White House on community partnerships to propel school improvement. Worked as part of the White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships. Focused on how technology can transform the way that schools, parents, communities, and youth collaborate to boost student ... See more The SEED Foundation Director of New School Development / Director of Outreach and Strategic Initiatives Company NameThe SEED Foundation Dates Employed2005 – 2009 Employment Duration4 yrs LocationWashington, DC Served on the leadership team that launched The SEED School of Maryland, a public urban college-preparatory boarding schools for disadvantaged students. FIRST Director of Operations Company NameFIRST Dates Employed2003 – 2005 Employment Duration2 yrs LocationManchester, NH Served as a senior leader for the multinational nonprofit organization founded by inventor Dean Kamen to boost young people’s interest in science and technology through mentorship and robotics competitions. The Shriver Center / UMBC Associate Director Company NameThe Shriver Center / UMBC Dates Employed1995 – 2002 Employment Duration7 yrs LocationBaltimore, Maryland Directed start-up and national expansion for an AmeriCorps program focused on childhood lead poisoning prevention. Led an employment training program for youth involved in the juvenile justice system that included operating a social business venture. Corporation for National and Community Service Associate Program Officer Company NameCorporation for National and Community Service Dates Employed1993 – 1995 Employment Duration2 yrs LocationWashington, DC Helped launch AmeriCorps. Oversaw grants for disaster relief, rural youth service, and demonstration programs. Developed and led new grant competitions to award over $300 million in federal funding. The Choice Program Casemanager Company NameThe Choice Program Dates Employed1992 – 1993 Employment Duration1 yr LocationPrince George's County, Maryland Devoted a year to community service working with children and families involved in the juvenile justice system in some of the most economically distressed neighborhoods in the country. Apple Student Representative Company NameApple Dates Employed1988 – 1991 Employment Duration3 yrs LocationMemphis, TN Worked as a "Mac Evangelist" with the education community back when Apple was the upstart in personal computing. SAIC Computer and graphics specialist Company NameSAIC Dates Employed1988 – 1991 Employment Duration3 yrs LocationHuntsville, Alabama Show fewer experiences Education University of Maryland University of Maryland Degree NameMPM Field Of StudySocial Entrepreneurship & Nonprofit Management Dates attended or expected graduation 1999 – 2002 University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business Degree NameMBA Dates attended or expected graduation 1999 – 2002 Rhodes College Rhodes College Degree NameB.A. Field Of StudyInternational Studies Dates attended or expected graduation 1987 – 1991 American University American University Field Of StudyPeace Studies and Conflict Resolution Dates attended or expected graduation 1990 – 1990 Washington semester. Show fewer education Volunteer Experience 1776 Mentor Company Name1776 Dates volunteered2015 – Present Volunteer duration3 yrs GSVlabs Mentor - EdTech Innovation Labs Company NameGSVlabs Dates volunteered2015 – Present Volunteer duration3 yrs SXSWedu LAUNCHedu Advisory Board Company NameSXSWedu Dates volunteered2014 – Present Volunteer duration4 yrs Cause Education Verizon Powerful Answers Award Judge Company NameVerizon Powerful Answers Award Dates volunteered2014 – 2014 Volunteer durationless than a year Cause Education https://www.verizon.com/powerfulanswers/award/2014/about/ FIRST LEGO League Coach/Mentor Company NameFIRST LEGO League Dates volunteered2012 – Present Volunteer duration6 yrs D.C. Association of Chartered Public Schools Interim Chairman, Board of Directors Company NameD.C. Association of Chartered Public Schools Dates volunteered2008 – 2009 Volunteer duration1 yr Volunteer New Hampshire Member, Board of Directors Company NameVolunteer New Hampshire Dates volunteered2005 – 2006 Volunteer duration1 yr Appointed by New Hampshire Governor John Lynch Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship, R.H. Smith School of Business Mentor Company NameDingman Center for Entrepreneurship, R.H. Smith School of Business Dates volunteered2017 – Present Volunteer duration1 yr Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship, University of Maryland Mentor Company NameDingman Center for Entrepreneurship, University of Maryland Dates volunteered2016 – Present Volunteer duration2 yrs Cause Economic Empowerment