Douglas L.
About Douglas L.
Douglas L. is a Business Development Specialist with extensive experience in program management and agricultural development. He has worked with various organizations, including Nuru International, USAID, and Catholic Relief Services, and holds a Master's degree in Applied Anthropology from San Diego State University.
Work at BroadReach
Douglas L. has been serving as a Business Development Specialist at BroadReach since 2021. His role focuses on identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the Washington DC-Baltimore area. Douglas leverages his extensive background in business development and program management to contribute to the organization's growth and success.
Education and Expertise
Douglas L. holds a Master's degree in Applied Anthropology from San Diego State University, where he studied from 2009 to 2011. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from UC Santa Barbara, completing his studies there from 2003 to 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in business development and program management, particularly in sectors related to agriculture and environmental sustainability.
Background
Douglas L. has a diverse professional background that includes significant roles in international development and humanitarian assistance. He has worked in various capacities across multiple countries, including Ethiopia, Ghana, and Sudan. His experience spans positions such as Agriculture Program Manager at Nuru International and Business Development Manager at NCBA CLUSA, highlighting his commitment to improving livelihoods and food security.
Achievements
During his career, Douglas L. has managed over $250 million in awards from Food for Peace and the Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance at Catholic Relief Services. He has maintained a 100% win rate worth over $50 million as a Business Development Country Manager in Sudan. Additionally, he supported the $100 million Ethiopia Livelihoods and Resilience Program as a technical expert on food security and livelihoods, showcasing his impact in the field.
Previous Experience
Before joining BroadReach, Douglas L. held various roles that contributed to his expertise in program management and business development. He worked as a Program Manager at USAID in Ghana and as an Environmental Anthropologist at UNDP. His experience also includes serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ghana and as an Area Coordinator for ACTED in South Sudan, providing him with a broad perspective on international development challenges.