About Us
Rashida Gordon
Grants Manager
Rashida Gordon is a Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LMHC) and an accomplished consultant with 12+ years of experience across diverse sectors, including child welfare, healthcare, and community-based services. She's known for her sharp analytical skills and strategic thinking, bringing a unique blend of expertise to organizations seeking a critical thinker who can lead, solve complex problems, and drive impactful change. Rashida has extensive experience as a therapist, grant writer, and leader, including serving as a Program Director, where she oversaw grant-funded initiatives and led teams to develop effective solutions that improved client outcomes. As the founder of MVG Consulting LLC, Rashida specializes in workplace mental health, leadership development, grant, and proposal writing. She has successfully secured funding for numerous organizations and was recognized as one of Legacy Magazine's 2024 South Florida's 40 Under 40 Leaders. Rashida's well-rounded background in mental health, leadership, and organizational development makes her an invaluable asset to any team looking to enhance individual and organizational performance.
Leslie M. Brown
Senior Grant Writer
Leslie M. Brown is a highly accomplished grant writer and program developer with a proven track record of securing significant funding for non-profit and government agencies. She excels at identifying grant opportunities, crafting compelling proposals, and managing the entire grant process. During her time as Senior Grants Research Specialist for the Broward County Board of Commissioners, Leslie played a key role in securing over $15 million in grants, collaborating with the team to acquire a total of $60 million in funding. She focused on programs addressing critical community needs such as homelessness, economic development, and support for veterans, the disabled, and families. Leslie also possesses extensive experience in training and program development. She served as Interim Coordinator of a training program assisting non-profits and government agencies in building essential capacities and facilitated grant training sessions for diverse audiences. Her background includes working as a Human Resources Analyst for the City of Hollywood, where she conducted research for grant funding, supported the City's Strategic Plan, and planned employee development programs. Leslie's expertise in navigating diverse funding landscapes and programmatic needs makes her an invaluable asset to any organization seeking to enhance its capacity and achieve its goals.
Jamila McDonald, Esq
Consultant
Jamila Simms is a highly accomplished attorney with over 15 years of experience in contract law. She specializes in risk mitigation and achieving optimal outcomes for her clients in both the public and private sectors. Jamila has a proven track record of success in drafting, negotiating, and administering complex agreements. Her career highlights include serving as Assistant General Counsel for the NYC Department of Transportation and Agency Attorney for the NYC Department of Education. In these roles, she provided expert legal counsel on a wide range of contracts, ensured legal compliance, and resolved disputes. Jamila is licensed to practice law in New York and Jamaica, making her a valuable asset to any organization seeking legal expertise in contract management.