Kamala Kannan
About Kamala Kannan
Kamala Kannan serves as the Opportunity Accelerator Employment Success Program Manager at Goodwill Industries International and has been the Vice President of Workforce Development at Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc. since 2007, focusing on enhancing employment opportunities for underserved communities.
Work at Goodwill Industries International
Kamala Kannan serves as the Opportunity Accelerator Employment Success Program Manager at Goodwill Industries International since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing employment opportunities for underserved communities. Kannan's work involves developing initiatives that support business operations and promote community engagement.
Work at Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc.
Kannan has held the position of Vice President of Workforce Development at Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc. since 2007. Over her 17 years in this role, she has been instrumental in improving organizational culture and aligning it with community service goals. Prior to this, she worked as the Director of Instruction from 2004 to 2007 and as a Computer Instructor from 2002 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Kamala Kannan holds a Bachelor's degree in Physics from the University of Madras. She also earned a Postgraduate Degree from the National Institute of Fashion Technology Delhi. Her educational background supports her expertise in workforce development and community engagement.
Background
Kannan has a career spanning over two decades in workforce development and education. Her experience includes various roles at Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc., where she has contributed to initiatives aimed at enhancing employment opportunities for underserved populations.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Kannan has been actively involved in developing programs that support business operations and community engagement. Her efforts have focused on improving employment opportunities and fostering a positive organizational culture within Goodwill Industries.