Miami, FL — The Charmettes, Incorporated, Miami-Dade Chapter, proudly recognized Shaquellia Holmes as the recipient of its prestigious William R. Sutton Humanitarian Award during the Brilliant Minds- Visionaries for the Future Annual Scholarship Breakfast a signature event celebrating scholarship, service, and sisterhood.
The Charmettes, Inc., a national organization of distinguished women devoted to advocacy, education, and community empowerment, presented the award in recognition of Holmes’ unwavering commitment to service, her transformative leadership, and her continued dedication to uplifting the lives of those around her. Known for championing equity in education and building bridges between schools and communities, Holmes was celebrated as a shining example of servant leadership in action.
Shaquellia Holmes currently serves as the Executive Director of Business Partnerships for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the nation’s third-largest school district. In this influential role, she leads district-wide efforts to cultivate strategic partnerships with businesses, civic organizations, government agencies, and faith-based institutions. Her innovative approach focuses on aligning community resources with educational goals, ensuring that students are equipped with the tools and opportunities needed to thrive.
Before entering the education sector in 2017, Holmes spent nearly a decade in local government, where she developed a deep understanding of public policy and community engagement. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences from the University of Florida and a Master’s in Public Administration with a concentration in Government and Public Policy. A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and graduate of several elite leadership programs, Holmes brings both technical expertise and a compassionate vision to her work.
Outside of her professional achievements, Holmes is deeply embedded in civic life. She currently serves as President of the National Council of Negro Women’s Metropolitan Dade County Section, Inc., and is a proud member of the Miami-Biscayne Bay Chapter of The Links, Inc. and the Miami Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Through these organizations, she furthers her commitment to community empowerment, youth mentorship, and social advocacy.
In presenting the award, The Charmettes praised Holmes not only for her professional excellence but for her “tireless spirit of compassion and her unshakable belief in the power of community.” Her legacy, they noted, is defined not just by the initiatives she leads but by the lives she impacts.
Holmes accepting the award with grace and humility, dedicating it to her son Jonathan and the next generation of change makers. “This honor fuels my passion to keep pushing forward,” she shared. “Because when we invest in our youth and our communities, we build a stronger, more equitable future for everyone,” said Holmes.
As the Brilliant Minds Visionaries for the Future Annual Scholarship Breakfast concluded, attendees left inspired by the spirit of service and leadership embodied by Shaquellia Holmes, an extraordinary woman making extraordinary change.
For more information on The Charmettes, Inc. and their mission to serve communities through advocacy, education, and cancer research support, visit Charmettes, Inc. or follow the Miami-Dade Chapter on social media.
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