Staff Assistant for Economic Development
Tivona is the Staff Assistant for Economic Development. In this role, she contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the team by providing administrative, operational, and logistical support. Her support to the team includes, but is not limited to, coordinating schedules and serving as the designated liaison between the team, internal staff, students, and community partners.
Prior to joining the Economic Development team, Tivona worked in a temporary capacity as the Staff Specialist for the Duke-Durham Neighborhood Partnership. Her professional background spans several fields, all rooted in a strong commitment to supporting others. She has served as a program services coordinator in the mental health field, where she developed individualized vocational training plans for clients; a compliance coordinator in the transportation industry, ensuring adherence to laws and safety standards; and an early childhood educator, helping create a reliable and caring space for infants, toddlers, and their families while supporting early development and offering parents confidence in their child’s care.
Tivona holds dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Political Science from North Carolina Central University and is certified in Front End Engineering (Website Development).