our founder
"A strong workforce ramp includes employee skills plus supervisor coaching, because employee training alone cannot fix
a workplace that is not prepared."
Sonia Marshall- Brown
- Sonia Marshall-Brown, the Founder and Executive Director at It Takes a Village to Educate a Child is an innovative workforce development and learning leader who approaches workforce success differently. Sonia's “Mindset-First” philosophy begins one step earlier in the career readiness process. Sonia uses self analysis and mindset to inspire and drive human performance. When employees connect their values and goals with their workplace, it creates the foundation for stronger communication, confidence, motivation, accountability and higher retention for employers.
- She is a hands-on program builder who designs workforce initiatives from concept through curriculum, facilitation, measurement, and expansion. Her recent training improved workforce confidence by 46 percentage points, and resulted in 83% of participants reporting an improved outlook and mindset toward workforce success.
- Sonia has a diverse background in finance, sales & marketing and education. She has over 30 years of combined experience in business and education; Sonia holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and a Master’s degree in Special Education and General Education, with dual certifications. Sonia is a passionate advocate for individuals with hidden challenges: high functioning Autism, ADHD, anxiety, and low-self esteem. Sonia brings employers more than coaching expertise, she brings a workforce strategist’s perspective, with a deep understanding of people, performance, learning, and the business needs that drive organizational success. In 30 to 90 days, we create a success ramp that trains early career seekers and coaches supervisors for retention and lasting results.