DEVON J. DUGGINS
Designer writer Consultant
The point of doing good work is to bear good fruit. It doesn't matter whether your motivations are for family, faith, or fortune; the value in your and my endeavors is to create possibilities whether I support you work for 5 hours, 5 days or 5 months. Together, we will build a brighter future for your business.
AN ADVISOR, AGENT, AND ADVOCATE FOR ORGANIZATIONS AND BUSINESSES TO ACCOMPLISH THEIR GOALS.
I've been an administrative and HR professional for 20+ years.
At 17 I began my career working at the US Department of Commerce in the Office of Management and Budget and worked my way through college.
At 18, I was editing the thesis of a Corporate Vice President of SAIC for his doctorate in Plutonium Disposition (try saying that 3 times fast).
I have a degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and was certified as a Diversity Train-the Trainer for the National Coalition Building Institute.
I spent 7 years in financial services helping people use credit to leverage major purchases like cars and real estate, and then helped them get out of debt when they got in over their heads.
For the last 15 years, however, my depth of knowledge is in Physical Security contracts. I’ve literally recruited, trained, and hired 1000+ security officers & managers from the commercial to the federal level, built the systems to support the operations for agencies like the Federal Protective Service, the John F. Kennedy Center and WMATA, and trained them on how to use them. For the Department of State, I’ve sent 150 tradesmen with Top Secret Clearances to monitor construction sites at US Embassies around the world.
I've held elected positions in private organizations, churches, and non-profits, served on boards, received numerous awards and recognitions for my contributions that are still in use and practice today. I've been everything from a worker bee to an organizational strategist.
I’m a know it all whose done it all, and I will use that know-how for you.
Shout out to the late and great Mayor Marion S. Barry (DC Mayor for Life!) for spring boarding the careers of thousands of DC kids like me through his Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP).
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I’M AN ADVISOR
My goal is to provide guidance and support to you as an IBO who are at a pivotal point in your entrepreneurial journey. Because I am an IBO as well, I understand THE STRUGGLE IS REAL: you have problems to solve and money to make in a limited amount of time.
As an advisor I work with you to drill down what is holding you back. Sometimes our delays, distractions or disappointments are symptoms of larger challenges. We communicate and we work together to develop solutions, processes, or even just understanding of how you will get more out of your efforts and some well deserved relief.
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I'm an Advocate
"Heavy is the head that wears the crown". Sometimes IBOs just need a back up. You want someone who can represent your brand and your message. I'll speak with your voice plus be a support system when things get crazy. That's not too much to ask. How about just having someone to help raise your banner? I’m like those dancing sign flippers on the corner, I energize your mission.
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I’M AN AGENT
I've had the privilege of supporting a mixture of different industries. I've worked for non-profits, the auto industry, the mortgage industry, financial services, NGOs, federal contractors, and the feds themselves.
I've been exposed to a diverse array of technology and processes, much of which I had to create and implement myself. I possess an arsenal of "know how" and "know where" that you as an IBO will enjoy to save money, energy and sanity. Your ROI is time and peace of mind.
WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT ME…
Angela Bradley, President & CEO,BTI Security
“Devon’s attention to detail and drive to produce top quality results has proven extremely valuable to BTI Security. She possesses the knowledge and expertise to do the job, innovative and technically savvy; she stays on top of the latest industry trends; she has exceptional written and oral communication; she is hands-on and resourceful, and anything she says she is going to do is done seamlessly.”
Troy White, CEO Terrapin Transportation Services
“I have worked with Devon Duggins on several projects and can attest to her skills, abilities, and qualities.
Ms. Duggins is an excellent communicator and writer who always conveys complex information clearly and concisely. I worked with Devon exploring new businesses opportunities. She assisted with formalizing business concepts, organizational structure, and financial outlooks. She is proficient in creating business plans and forecasting financials to determine the validity of the success of the business.
She is highly organized and always goes the extra mile to ensure that all her projects are completed on time and within budget. Also, Ms. Duggins is a team player who is always willing to lend a helping hand.
Chandrice Allen, Project manager,frontline security
“I worked with Devon Duggins at one of her previous consulting jobs, a small business. I personally witnessed her play a major role in running a business; from payroll, to human resources, to technical support to say the least. Her overall knowledge and experience of various fields made working alongside her a great pleasure. If starting a new business or attempting to rejuvenate an old one; Devon Duggins is sure to make it flourish.”
Kiyonda Powell,Chief Designer Kiyonda Powell Design Studio
“I started an Interior Design business in early 2018. I am based in Washington DC and serving clients across the country. At the time social media was my only form of marketing and I was in business for almost a year without a website. I could no longer function without a website and with some exciting new opportunities on the horizon, I turned to Topkat to help me establish an online presence. Devon is amazing and has a way with words and handled the copy and overall infrastructure of the website. I shared a color story with her and she took it from there. Urgency was definitely a huge factor as I needed to be live within a week’s time. Topkat was able to deliver exactly what I needed. I felt like a professional and could now direct clients and industry partners to my site with ease and confidence.”
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