Joanna de Peña
Author, Speaker, Doctoral Student & Founder of Top Notch Scholars Inc.
- Role
- Founder & Executive Director at Top Notch Scholars Inc
- Location
- Boston, MA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Joanna de Peña
Joanna is a role model and an inspiration for young people. As a high school student…
Experience
Founder & Executive Director
Mar 2015 — Present
Top Notch Scholars Inc. is a youth leadership organization dedicated to helping inner-city youth discover their life passions and career goals. Through its academy, internships, and mentorship programs, Top Notch Scholars empowers students with the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to succeed in their personal and professional lives.Founded by Joanna de Peña, a passionate speaker, educator, and advocate for youth empowerment, Top Notch Scholars was born out of her mission to inspire and equip students with the tools they need to break barriers and achieve success. As the Founder and CEO, Joanna brings over 10 years of experience in leadership development, public speaking, and mentorship. She has dedicated her career to providing young people with the guidance and resources to unlock their full potential and create a brighter future.
Education
Lasell University
Bachelor's Degree, Business Management
2009 — 2012
Merrimack College
Master’s Degree, Education
2016
Grand Canyon University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Performance Psychology
2017 — 2020
Nichols College
Business Management
2008 — 2009
Skills
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Microsoft Office
- Community Outreach
- Leadership Development
- Social Networking
- Motivational Speaking
- Entrepreneur
- Public Speaking
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Event Planning
- Event Management
- Compassion
- Strategic Partnerships
- Nonprofits
- Life Coaching
- Social Media
- Public Relations
- Entrepreneurship
- Fundraising
- Social Media Marketing
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