Congratulations to YWCA Economic Justice Council member Dr. Paula Hopkins on her position at the Miami-Dade Beacon Council!
Team Beacon is thrilled to welcome Dr. Paula Hopkins, our new Executive Vice President of Strategic Partnerships & Funding Development. As our community evolves, so has the role of The Beacon Council and the work of economic development. Dr. Hopkins will help us expand our funding sources and maximize strategic partnerships to better position Greater Miami as a top-tier business destination. She will work closely with Julio P., VP of Engagement and Development, and our leadership team to build out programming, cultivate collaborations, and augment our capacity. Dr. Hopkins, who previously served as General Manager and Market Director for South Florida at PepsiCo, brings over 30 years of strategy, sales and operations experience to our organization. She will lead efforts to heighten our partner engagement and cultivate resources to advance our mission of developing a more sustainable, inclusive, and competitive economy for Greater Miami. Her extensive background in commercial strategy, supply chain operations, and non-profit board leadership makes her an invaluable asset to The Beacon Council. Join us in welcoming Dr. Paula Hopkins, our newest champion for Greater Miami. Read our full press release here: https://lnkd.in/eVUNk_Jg #BeaconBuildsMiami #MiamiMeansBusiness