Candice B.
I turn corporate goodwill into community transformation—leveraging strategy, storytelling, and stakeholder power to drive lasting impact.
- Role
- Manager of Community Relations at Ford Motor Company
- Location
- Dearborn, MI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Candice B.
I don’t believe in performative partnerships. I believe in measurable impact, built on trust, data, and strategic collaboration. For over a decade, I’ve bridged the gap between corporations, government, and communities—transforming public affairs, philanthropy, and economic development into tools for systemic change.From leading $20M+ grant portfolios to building cross-sector coalitions that move policy, my approach is equal parts heart and strategy. Whether I’m advising executives or convening local stakeholders, I make sure the work leaves a mark—on the ground, in the data, and in people’s lives.Let’s connect if you’re ready to turn intention into action—and action into legacy.
Experience
Manager of Community Relations
Jan 2024 — Present · Dearborn, MI, US
I lead Ford’s corporate community engagement strategy—integrating philanthropy, government affairs, and social impact to ensure the company shows up where it matters most: in the lives of people.Things I’m Most Proud Of:• Directed a $20M+ community grant program supporting 150+ initiatives in workforce development, sustainability, and economic mobility• Increased local trust by 25% by launching Neighborhood Advisory Councils near every Ford plant• Modernized grant operations by implementing Benevity, improving transparency and reporting by 40%• Sponsored 150+ strategic events to strengthen Ford’s presence and credibility at the local level• Led Ford’s first large-scale community sentiment assessment, giving voice to thousands and reshaping future investments• Created a multi-year giving roadmap aligning Ford’s impact with regional development goals
Education
Western Michigan University
Master of Public Administration - MPA, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts
Skills
- Fashion
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Event Management
- Social Media
- Meeting Planning
- Graphic Design
- Wedding Planning
- Parties
- Social Networking
- Corporate Events
- Budgets
- Event Planning
- Weddings
- Trade Shows
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