Krishanna Marie Newton
Project Manager
Phone:
305-587-8677
Email:
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A Bit About Me
Krishanna Marie stands out as a dedicated co-builder and community advocate who fervently believes in tech equity pathways. Her mission is rooted in the belief that technology should be accessible and beneficial to all, regardless of socioeconomic status, race, or geographical location. Through her work, Krishanna aims to dismantle the barriers that often prevent underrepresented communities from participating fully in the tech landscape. She understands that true innovation is only possible when diverse voices and perspectives are included and empowered.
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Krishanna's approach to tech equity involves a combination of education, mentorship, and policy advocacy. By providing resources and support to marginalized groups, she helps to bridge the digital divide. Her initiatives often include coding workshops, tech boot camps, and partnerships with schools and community organizations to foster a strong foundation in digital literacy. Moreover, she works tirelessly to influence policymakers to create more inclusive tech policies that ensure equal opportunities for all.
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In addition to her on-the-ground efforts, Krishanna is also a vocal advocate for systemic change within the tech industry itself. She collaborates with tech companies to create more inclusive hiring practices and workplace environments. By pushing for greater representation and equity in tech, Krishanna Marie is not only helping individuals succeed but also paving the way for a more just and innovative future. Her work is a testament to the power of community and the importance of creating pathways that allow everyone to thrive in the digital age.
Work Experience
Sept 2025 - Present
The Hub at Office Logic
Program/Operational Manager
March 2024- Present
Bite-Con/Program Manager
May 2024- October 2024
Chief of Operations/Stealth Startup
August 2021 - March 2024
Miami Dade County/CIO Mayoral Branch /Community Manager
Program Manager/Operations Lead to oversee programming and operations at The Hub. This role is pivotal in designing, managing, and executing programs that align with our mission of supporting tech startups and fostering diversity and inclusion in the tech industry.
You will work closely with the Founder, Noelle Jackson, and a network of innovators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to deliver high-impact initiatives. This position requires a strategic thinker with exceptional organizational skills, a knack for cultivating partnerships, and a commitment to driving measurable results.
Event Management: Oversaw the successful execution of tech-focused events, including
summits, workshops, and community activations, aimed at bridging the gap between
underrepresented communities and emerging technologies.
• Strategic Partnerships: Collaborated with private organizations, academic institutions,
and government entities to create workforce development pipelines and educational
initiatives.
• Project Oversight: Directed all phases of program planning and implementation, from
conceptualization to completion, ensuring alignment with community impact goals and
timelines.
• Workforce Development: Designed and managed programs to upskill individuals in
underrepresented communities for careers in innovative technologies.
• Thought Leadership: Represented the foundation in panel discussions, networking events,
and public forums to advocate for inclusive tech policies and practices.
Collaborate with Founders in setting and driving organizational vision, operations strategy,
and hiring levels
• Translate strategy into actionable steps for growth, implementing organization-wide goal
setting,
• performance management, and annual operations planning
• Oversee company operations and employee productivity, building a highly inclusive culture
that ensures
• team members can thrive and that organizational goals are met
• Ensure effective recruiting, onboarding, professional development, performance
management, and retention
• Take primary responsibility for organization of sponsorship decks, contracts and documents
pertaining to
• client partnerships
Spearhead 3 projects with Web3 integrations in Smart City initiatives, Digital Equity
Engagement including blockchain for transparency and decentralized apps for citizen
services, build out websites and community resources hubs.
• Drive partnerships with tech startups, universities, and private-sector stakeholders to develop
decentralized talent pipelines.
• Lead over 10 multi-faceted academic and community partnerships for Tech Innovation
priorities, with a focus on scalability.
• Oversee GovTech Innovation Program, aligning with blockchain and Web3 technologies to
disrupt traditional workflows.
• Represent ITD in the Miami Tech ecosystem, integrating NFT-driven campaigns and
blockchain-based public service tools.
Skills
Below is a comprehensive enumeration of the top skills I have honed through my life experiences, educational achievements, and professional endeavors. These skills are deeply rooted in emotional intelligence, advanced communication frameworks, and technical proficiency. The skills are not limited and I would love to learn more.
Communication Frameworks
PMP Certificate
(2021)
Technical Proficiency
Cloud Digital Leader (2025)
Emotional Intelligence (EI)
Adobe Document Design
(2025)
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