Sharon Mays
Chief of Staff - Austin City Council District 1 @City of Austin
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WORK HISTORY
Chief of Staff - Austin City Council District 1 @City of Austin
Austin, TX, US
Chief of Staff for CM Natasha Harper-Madison, responsible for helping the councilmember develop her strategic vision and bring it to life. I serve as her primary advisor to shape a meaningful tenure, draft impactful policy, and create a lasting legacy. Engage collaboratively with other council offices and City of Austin leadership, fostering intergovernmental relationships. Also responsible for managing and mobilizing a high-performance team that drives operational excellence and supports strategic initiatives, ultimately enhancing community engagement through impactful policy changes.• Strategic Leadership: Created and facilitated an annual strategic planning process, which aligned the team’s goals with the councilmember’s overarching policy objectives.• Forging Community Relationships: Builds and sustains community relationships, ensuring policies reflect constituents\' needs while collaborating with city leadership to advance aligned initiatives. • Championing Team Development: Promotes a high-performing team culture centered on service, collaboration, and accountability by fostering a diverse workforce. • Overseeing Office Budget: Reviews and manages the office budget to ensure optimal resource allocation and enhance operational efficiency.
EDUCATION
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
SKILLS
ABOUT SHARON MAYS
I am passionate about transforming ideas into impactful actions and building teams that excel. My focus is on delivering strategic initiatives that drive community engagement, operational efficiency, and business growth. Whether leading large-scale projects or forging key partnerships, I thrive on solving complex problems and adapting quickly to change.Throughout my career, I’ve held executive roles across community engagement, marketing, project management, and business leadership. These experiences have taught me the following about myself:I can successfully lead initiatives that drive both organizational and community growth - I excel at aligning strategies with community needs and stakeholder goals- I bring creativity and innovation to every project, focusing on real-world results- I’m data-driven but know when to trust my instincts.I can build and inspire high-performing teams to achieve extraordinary outcomes- Collaboration is key, and I find joy in helping my teams succeed- I’m equally comfortable working with city officials or business leaders- I craft compelling narratives that motivate and inspire action- The responsibility for success or failure always ends with me.I am driven to continuously evolve, both professionally and personally- I’m a lifelong learner, always seeking ways to improve- I stay calm and focused, even in the face of challenges- I’m dedicated to making thoughtful, high-quality decisions that have lasting impact.I love meeting new people, hearing fresh perspectives, and exchanging ideas. Let’s connect if you want to discuss community engagement, strategic marketing, or entrepreneurial ventures.
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