Shavon D. Ford is an innovative and strategic leader with over sixteen years of experience in social impact. He is now expanding his focus to corporate social responsibility and sustainability. Shavon has an extensive career in education, social services, nonprofit management, local government, and corporate community engagement, which has equipped him with a unique perspective on the intersection of business and social good.

Shavon grew up in an underserved community in the Booker T. Washington Housing Projects in Jersey City, NJ. His experiences growing up in a society where resources and opportunities were scarce have shaped his commitment to bringing resources and meaningful partnerships to underserved communities.

Shavon has a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Bloomfield College, a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, Politics, & Advocacy from New York University, and a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Fairleigh Dickinson University. By quarter one of 2024, he is projected to complete the following certifications:  Project Management Professional (PMP), specialization in Corporate Sustainability from eCornell, and Business in Society and Leadership and Management from Harvard Business School Online.

In his move towards corporate social responsibility and sustainability, Shavon is eager to apply his expertise in social impact, program management, diversity, equity, and inclusion. He is committed to leveraging these skills to advance missions that address inequalities and poverty and promote sustainable business practices. Shavon aims to help corporations understand and fulfill their social responsibilities while creating sustainable value for all stakeholders.