Salvador S. Amado

Salvador S. Amado has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Salvador S. has held various leadership and managerial roles in different organizations. Currently, they serve as the Director of Learning and Development at Simple Technology Solutions, where they have successfully managed and implemented multiple programs, including IT apprenticeship, mentorship, and upskilling initiatives.

Before joining Simple Technology Solutions, Salvador worked at the City of Alexandria, Virginia as the Acting Business & Community Partnership Manager and Business Services Specialist. In this role, they provided expert counseling, developed employment opportunities, and implemented effective employability programs for job seekers.

Prior to that, Salvador served as the Center Director at the Center for Employment Training, where they focused on enhancing the quality of education for students and ensured compliance with accreditation standards. Salvador S. also has experience as a Center Director at KinderCare, where they supervised a team of teachers and maintained educational standards.

Salvador's work experience also includes roles in organizations such as The Campagna Center, Waterfront Market LLC, and District of Columbia Public Schools, where they had responsibilities ranging from enrichment coordination to management and community outreach.

Earlier in their career, they worked as a Student Recruitment Manager/Admissions Recruiter-Advisor at the University of South Florida and held positions at Hillsborough Community College, where they served as a Professional Development Associate, Enrollment Development Coordinator, and ENLACE Project Manager.

Throughout their career, Salvador has demonstrated strong leadership skills, effective communication, and a commitment to improving the lives of others. Salvador S. has built strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders and has been successful in implementing initiatives that have had a positive impact on individuals and organizations.

Salvador S. Amado has obtained a Scrum Master Certification from Scrum Alliance, although no specific start or end year for this certification is provided. Additionally, they have earned a degree in Spanish from the University of South Florida, focusing on Spanish Language, History, Literature, and Latin American and Caribbean Studies. Furthermore, Salvador also completed the Political Leaders Program (PLP) at the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, part of the University of Virginia's Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership, in 2021.