Quamid Francis is a distinguished professional whose dedication to public service and leadership has made significant contributions to the public and nonprofit sectors. A native of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Quamid's career has been defined by influential roles, including executive policy and research positions at the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services, the New York City Council, and the New York State Senate.
In his noteworthy service as a Finance and Contracts Auditor with the U.S. Marine Corps, Quamid demonstrated the commitment and rigor that have become the hallmarks of his career. His military service, particularly during the war in Afghanistan, laid the groundwork for his disciplined approach to service and leadership in communities.
As Deputy Commissioner at the NYC Department of Veterans’ Services, Quamid led the executive team to oversee a robust budget, driving innovative economic development initiatives that significantly enhanced the lives of over 200,000 veterans and their families across NYC. A key achievement in this role was the implementation of the Unite Us platform, a revolutionary step in improving the delivery of services to veterans. His leadership also saw the creation of VetConnectPro and VetBizMap, tools designed to support veteran employment and entrepreneurship.
At City Year New York, Quamid managed a substantial budget of $18 million and led a dedicated team in educational and workforce development initiatives. He was instrumental in the development and execution of City Year New York's first-ever workforce development strategy, a milestone that was subsequently adopted and implemented across all 29 City Year sites nationwide, attesting to the scalability and impact of his vision.
Further exemplifying his entrepreneurial spirit, Quamid is the founder of Q Impact Solutions, a consultancy firm that assists nonprofit and government agencies in strategic planning and program design, driving transformative change and operational efficiency.
Quamid's leadership and service have been publicly acknowledged through his inclusion in the City and State's Nonprofit Power 100 Executive List in 2022 and 2023. This honor highlights his substantial influence in the nonprofit sector and his commitment to fostering community development.
With an MPA in International Policy and Management from New York University and a Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs and Management from Baruch College, Quamid's educational background has been a solid foundation for his extensive professional achievements. His receipt of the Presidential Award for Community Volunteer work in 2012 by President Obama is a testament to his lifelong dedication to service.
Quamid's expertise in people-centered economic development, his skill in fundraising, and his extensive experience in executive roles across nonprofit and government entities, combined with his passion for volunteering, reading, and traveling, speak to his multifaceted approach to service, leadership, and community improvement on both a local and global scale.
