Tony Staynings

About Tony Staynings

Summary Tony (Anthony R.) Staynings Business Community Liaison | Workforce Development Strategist | Advocate for Equity & Access Two-time Olympian. Former VP of European Workforce Development. Current force behind public-private partnerships that change lives. I bring a global mindset and decades of experience to local communities, specializing in workforce development, apprenticeship expansion, and strategic partnerships. Currently serving as Business Community Liaison at MTC and Vice President of Justice Jobs of Maryland, I work across sectors to connect education, industry, and opportunity — especially for underserved populations. From speaking at GSETA conferences to helping launch innovative collaborations with unions, solar and roofing industries, and Job Corps, my mission is clear: build pathways, not just programs. Core strengths- Strategic workforce development - Public-private-industry collaboration - Program advocacy & policy engagement - Youth opportunity & equity access - Grant acquisition & board leadership Honors include: Edison Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year (2024) NAACP Executive Board Member (Edison, Metuchen, Piscataway) Lifetime commitment to Job Corps and national training partnerships Let’s connect if you believe in the power of training, inclusion, and action.

Experience

1. Assistant Governor

   Mtc

   Jul 2024 — Present · NJ, US

   Provided leadership and support for Rotary International initiatives locally and internationally.• Actively engaged in Rotary communities and currently serving as Assistant Governor for Rotary District 7475.• Led various projects to promote community service and humanitarian efforts.• Collaborated with diverse teams to organize successful fundraising events.

Education

• Western Kentucky University

  M. Sc., Public Health Administration

  1978 — 1980

• Western Kentucky University

  B.Sc., Health Care Administration

  1973 — 1978

Skills

• Staff Development
• Teaching
• Public Speaking
• Program Management
• Policy
• Team Leadership
• System Administration
• Project Management
• Government
• Healthcare
• Community Development
• Career Counseling
• Social Media
• Data Analysis
• Recruiting
• Supervisory Skills
• Performance Management
• Process Improvement
• Conflict Resolution
• Marketing
• Management Consulting
• Higher Education
• Organizational Development
• Resume Writing
• Employee Relations
• Healthcare Management
• Public Relations
• Analysis
• Volunteer Management
• Fundraising
• Management
• Project Planning
• Leadership Development
• Workshop Facilitation
• Operations Management
• Career Development
• Community Outreach
• Leadership
• Program Development
• Coaching