Latosha Wakefield
About Latosha Wakefield
Latosha Wakefield is a Contracts Manager at Code for America, where she has worked since 2022. She holds an ABA Approved Paralegal Studies Certificate and various licenses in insurance, and she specializes in contract management, negotiation, and training.
Work at Code for America
Latosha Wakefield serves as the Contracts Manager at Code for America, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the management and administration of contracts within the organization. She collaborates with leadership to draft and negotiate contractual provisions, focusing on risk allocation and indemnification. Latosha also plays a key role in formulating and revising contracting policies and strategies to enhance operational efficiencies as the organization expands.
Education and Expertise
Latosha Wakefield holds an ABA Approved Paralegal Studies Certificate, which underscores her foundational knowledge in legal principles and contract law. Additionally, she possesses licenses in Accident, Health, and Life Insurance, as well as qualifications as a Casualty and Property Broker-Agent. Her credentials include an Associate in Claims, Multi-Line, indicating her proficiency in claims management. This educational background supports her expertise in contract management and negotiation.
Background
Latosha Wakefield has built a career centered around contract management and administration. With experience in training and educating teams on best practices, she has developed a strong foundation in effective contract processes. Her role involves maintaining over 1200 contracts in the contract lifecycle management system, ensuring that all contracts are efficiently administered throughout their lifecycle.
Achievements
In her capacity as Contracts Manager, Latosha Wakefield has successfully implemented continuous improvement plans that have enhanced workflow efficiency in contract management processes. Her strategic contract negotiations have resulted in multi-million-dollar savings for Code for America. Additionally, she effectively records virtual training videos and creates written instructions for contract lifecycle management software, contributing to the training and development of her team.