Yolie Acosta

Yolie Acosta

About

Detail

Executive Leader | Strategist | Economic Development | PR | Public Policy | Legal Compliance
California, United States

Timeline


work
Job

Résumé


Jobs verified_user 0% verified
  • Latino Diabetes Association LDA
    Executive Director
    Latino Diabetes Association LDA
    Jul 2016 - Current (10 years 2 months)
    Catalyst Executive Leader with a focus on: • Engagement initiatives throughout the region • Recognized for leading public policy advocacy, impact campaigns, fundraising, building partnerships, and enhancing brand visibility through media relations. Expertise in: • Navigating intricate contracts and propelling community progress • Leadership roles in public policy development and legal research • Orchestrating impactful public outreach campaigns Proficient in: • Team leadership, government liaison and project management • Building strong client relationships and crafting compelling media public, government relations • Strategic planning and management skills. Passionate about: • Effecting positive change in community economic development • C
  • City
    Public Safety Community Service Commissioner
    City
    Jan 2011 - Jan 2019 (8 years 1 month)
    Spearheaded the development of impactful policies and provided strategic guidance to the City Council on matters related to public safety, spanning diverse areas such as: • Fire protection, transportation, traffic management, law enforcement, and various social community services programs. • Formulated and presented comprehensive proposals for the annual expense budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation for critical services like animal control, crossing guards, law enforcement, and fire protection. Notable Contributions: Cultivated strong relationships with key representatives from government contract agencies, including: • Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department and Los Angeles County Fire Department Analyzed environmental reports and conduct
  • State Bar of California
    Probation Deputy
    State Bar of California
    Jan 1996 - Jan 2006 (10 years 1 month)
    Meticulously examined and evaluated cases related to attorney disciplinary probation, ensuring strict compliance with directives outlined by the California Supreme Court Orders and State Bar Court in Los Angeles and San Francisco • Seamlessly executed various tasks, including: • Issuing subpoenas • Filing court documents • Implementing court orders • Conducting comprehensive background investigations • Coordinated and reviewed depositions for court trials, actively participating in effectuation procedures with investigators, trial attorneys, chief trial counsel, and management, attending court hearings, and serving as a crucial witness in default cases. Notable Achievements: • Evaluated, approved, or declined probation reports, analyzing th
Education verified_user 0% verified
  • California State University Los Angeles
    Bachelor of Science - BS, Political Science - Public Administration
    California State University Los Angeles
  • East Los Angeles college
    Associate of Arts - AA, Social and Behavioral Sciences
    East Los Angeles college
Awards verified_user 0% verified
  • J
    Public Safety Community Service Appreciation Award
    Jan
    Valued Service and Commitment as a Community Services Commissioner
  • J
    Public Policy Advocacy
    Jan
    Recipient Award NHMA National Hispanic Medical Association, Committed to Public Policy Advocacy.
  • J
    Founders Award
    Jan
    Commitment and Dedication to Community Engagement.