Jay Guillory

About Jay Guillory

Dr. Jay Guillory serves as an Associate of Higher Education Programs for Progress and Completion at Educate Texas, an initiative of the Communities Foundation of Texas. He brings expertise in student success, literacy, and focused engagement, leveraging his higher education background to advance college readiness and access for underserved students.Jay holds a BA in History from Northwestern State University of Louisiana, an M.Ed in Educational Leadership with a focus in Student Personnel Leadership from East Tennessee State University, and an Doctor of Education in Higher Education Administration at East Texas A&M University. His research focuses on Black and Latino male students\' sense of belonging at Historically White Institutions during the anti-DEI movement. He has over seven years of experience developing and delivering campus-wide leadership and service initiatives, programs, and events, as well as managing budgets and staff at East Texas A&M University and East Tennessee State University. He is a certified facilitator of True Colors International, a recipient of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate, and an author of a book chapter on being young and Black in the field of higher education. Jay is passionate about positively impacting students and fostering a culture of inclusion and excellence in education.

Experience

1. Associate of Higher Education for Progress and Completion

   Communities Foundation of Texas

   May 2025 — Present · Dallas, TX, US

   Provide tactical and project management support across a multi-initiative Higher Education and Workforce Programs portfolio• Support the design, planning, and execution of virtual and in-person technical assistance offerings and portfolio-wide learning activities to advance program goals and outcomes• Manage cross-program communication platforms, including newsletters, social media content, and direct-to-member and affiliate communications• Document, track, and report on program activities, progress, and key milestones to support accountability and continuous improvement• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify program indicators and outcomes that measure program effectiveness and impact• Support the collection, analysis, and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative data to inform program design, strategy, and decision-making• Draft and manage consulting agreements and statements of work; monitor vendor deliverables, reports, invoices, and payment timelines• Support subgrant administration, including invoicing, reimbursements, and compliance tracking for partner organizations and vendors• Partner with Educate Texas program staff and Integrated Services teams (Communications, Development, Policy, Insights, and Finance) to ensure alignment, coordination, and cross-functional collaboration

Education

• East Tennessee State University

  Master of Education - MEd, Educational Leadership, Student Personnel Leadership

• East Texas A&M University

  Doctor of Education - EdD, Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

• East Tennessee State University

  Doctor of Education - EdD, Educational Leadership & Policy Analysis-Higher Education Leadership

• Northwestern State University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History

Skills

• Computer Maintenance
• Microsoft Office
• Public Speaking
• Mentoring
• Team Building
• Team Leadership
• Time Management