Ivan Larrymore
Seed Sowers International
Elgin
20
years of professional experience
Strategic workforce development leader with over 10 years of experience in building education and community partnerships, coordinating participant pipelines, and executing career readiness programs. Expertise includes K–12 engagement, internship development, employer recruitment, and program reporting. Skilled in operational coordination and translating program goals into effective services that enhance participant support.
Work History
College and Career Readiness Manager
3 Years 7 Months- Lead college and career readiness programming for Young Men United, coordinating services that strengthen postsecondary and workforce pathways for high school students and graduates.
- Built and maintained partnerships with K–12 school counselors, colleges, local employers, mentors, and community organizations to align resources with student and program needs for effective support.
- Managed summer internship program by recruiting employer partners, coordinating student placements, and supporting work-based learning experiences to enhance workforce readiness.
- Monitor students’ academic and career progress, conduct individual check-ins, and support graduation, college application, career exploration, and transition planning.
- Monitored students’ academic and career progress through individual check-ins, supporting graduation, college applications, career exploration, and transition planning to facilitate successful outcomes.
- Communicate program opportunities and updates across multiple platforms and represent Young Men United through presentations, advisory engagement, and community events.
- Collaborate with internal colleagues and external partners to execute initiatives, identify participant needs, and improve program reach and readiness.
- Recruit mentors, coordinate student-mentor matching, facilitate mentor orientation, and track engagement and program interactions.
Regional Director
19 Years 7 Months- Developed and sustained partner and team-member networks, coordinating recruitment, onboarding, training, and advancement activities to enhance team capabilities.
- Develop and sustain partner and team-member networks while coordinating recruitment, onboarding, training, and advancement activities.
- Planned and managed events, outreach initiatives, and team development activities to strengthen relationships and engagement within the organization.
- Tracked team activity and communicated priorities while coaching individuals on goal setting and professional growth to improve performance.
ROSS Coordinator
2 Years- Created individualized service plans, assessed participant needs, coordinated referrals, and monitored progress toward employment and self-sufficiency goals.
- Created individualized service plans, assessed participant needs, coordinated referrals, and monitored progress to enhance employment and self-sufficiency outcomes.
- Built partnerships with community agencies and local organizations, expanding access to training, workshops, events, and supportive services for participants.
- Maintained program documentation and coordinated services to ensure compliance with grant and organizational standards.
Rise Above It Program Coordinator
1 Year- Planned and implemented evidence-based youth programs in partnership with schools and community organizations.
- Coordinated school-based advisors, partner activities, outreach, and social media communication to enhance program visibility and engagement.
- Tracked program activities to boost awareness and engagement among students and the community through targeted education initiatives.
Site Manager
- Managed site operations and program activities to enhance participant services and ensure progress toward organizational goals.
- Coordinated reports and monitored policy compliance while fostering relationships with local agencies and referral partners.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Managed project timelines and resource allocation to meet program goals effectively.
- Developed training programs for staff, enhancing skill sets and operational efficiency.
Intervention Specialist / Career Coach / Court Liaison
3 Years- Recruited participants, conducted assessments, facilitated peer groups, and coached individuals in career pathways and employability skills to enhance job readiness.
- Acted as a liaison among participants, family-service agencies, and courts while coordinating referrals and documenting participant progress.
- Developed individualized intervention plans to support at-risk fathers in improving family dynamics.
- Facilitated workshops on parenting skills and emotional resilience for diverse groups.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance resources available for fatherhood programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
- Certified Career Development Facilitator
- Certified Anger Management and Parents Anonymous Facilitator
- Mental Health First Aid Certification
- Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Skills
Workforce & Talent Pipeline Development
K–12
College & Employer Partnerships
Internships & Work-Based Learning
Program Coordination & Execution
Career Readiness & Employability Coaching
Community & Agency Engagement
Orientation
Training & Facilitation
Candidate Recruitment & Outreach
Data Tracking
Reporting & Compliance
Event
Tour & Cohort Coordination
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Public Speaking & Stakeholder Communication
Time management strategies
Program Leadership
SELECTED LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Lexington–Richland School District Five Outstanding High School Mentor, 2024–2025, Member, Irmo School Counselor Advisory Committee, Member, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Inspirational speaker, panelist, and community presenter, Volunteer service with Transitions Homeless Center, Homeless No More, and Harvest Hope
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- South Carolina Department of Social Services — Child Support Specialist | 2015–2016
- Wells Fargo — Personal Phone Banker | 2012–2013
- Orangeburg County Public Schools — Paraprofessional | 2011–2012
Timeline
College and Career Readiness Manager
United Way of the Midlands
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
ROSS Coordinator
Columbia Housing Authority
01.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Rise Above It Program Coordinator
LRADAC
01.2019 - 01.2020Read More
Site Manager
Midlands Fatherhood Coalition
01.2019 - 01.2019Read More
Intervention Specialist / Career Coach / Court Liaison
Midlands Fatherhood Coalition
01.2016 - 01.2019Read More
Regional Director
Seed Sowers International
01.2007 - CurrentRead More
North Carolina A&T State University
Bachelor of Science from Mass Communication
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