Maada Jawa Thomas

About Maada Jawa Thomas

I am a founder and operator who has spent the past decade building in environments where there is no playbook.I started as a trader to fund my own ideas, then moved into building companies and programs across emerging markets. I have worked on the ground in Africa designing and operating infrastructure and venture initiatives, and inside Y Combinator supporting founders through early stage ambiguity and growth.I co founded WiShare Africa as part of a national effort to expand connectivity and have worked closely with governments, NGOs, and global partners on entrepreneurship and infrastructure programs. My work sits at the intersection of strategy, execution, and ecosystem building.I am most useful where systems need to be designed from zero, stakeholders need alignment, and outcomes matter more than optics. I work with founders, organizations, and partners who value clarity, ownership, and getting the work done.

Experience

1. Recovery Support Specialist

   Prestige Healthcare Resources Inc

   Jan 2026 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Provide community-based recovery support for individuals with substance use disorders, helping clients build daily structure, maintain treatment engagement, and achieve stability in real-life environments. Work collaboratively with clinical teams, case managers, and community providers to address barriers such as housing, food access, transportation, employment readiness, and appointment adherence. Support clients through goal planning, resource linkage, and weekly accountability to improve program retention, successful recovery outcomes, and overall quality of life.

Education

• Harvard University

  Summer Course

  2012 — 2012

• Morehouse College

  Bachelor’s Degree

  2013

Skills

• Microsoft Word
• Event Planning
• Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Research
• Microsoft Office
• Public Relations
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Social Media
• Interpersonal Communication
• Data Analysis
• Photography
• Brand Development
• Interpersonal Skills
• Brand Management
• Fundraising
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Time Management