Joseph Chicas

• Strong capacity to synthesize research and community feedback in order to analyze policy, create advocacy strategies and leverage resources to impact social change.
• Practical understanding of the root causes of complex social challenges and a proven ability to convene diverse stakeholders and develop sound solutions.

• Over nine years of leadership experience within community organizations serving diverse student, civic and social objectives.

• Specializations: project management, policy analysis, policy advocacy, coalition building, community organizing, asset mapping, data analysis, survey development, program development, program evaluation, strategic planning, organizational development, grant writing, budget analysis, and budget forecasting.

Education

• Master of Social Work University of Southern California (2009 — 2011)
• Bachelor of Arts University of California, Los Angeles (2005 — 2008)

Companies

• Government & Community Affairs Cookies Retail (2020)
• Fund Development Cesar Chavez Foundation (2020)
• Board of Counselor University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business (2018)
• Senior Advisor Leaves of Legend (2020 — 2021)
• Policy & Political Contributor NUGL (2019 — 2021)
• Founder Cannabiz Venture Partners (2018 — 2021)
• Adjunct Professor (August 2016-May 2019) /Field Instructor University of Southern California (2013 — 2020)
• Executive Director Cannabis Advising Partners (2018 — 2019)
• Chapter Board Member American Red Cross Los Angeles Region (2017 — 2019)