As the Director of Workforce Development at Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation (DBEDC), Carolina Leins-Sultan leads the strategic planning, design, and execution of the Dorchester Bay Workforce Development Program. With over 15 years of dedicated experience as a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), Carolina has transitioned from direct service roles to impactful program management, driving systemic change and enhancing community well-being.
Carolina holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Boston University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with minors in Sociology and Spanish from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Her expertise is further enhanced by certifications in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Trauma-Informed Child Welfare, Multi-Contextual Trauma Treatment, and Forensic Services. These credentials support her comprehensive approach to workforce development.
In her previous role as Strategic Partnerships and Workforce Development Program Manager, Carolina managed grants and spearheaded initiatives to engage diverse stakeholders, promote supplier diversity, and increase and diversify the energy efficiency workforce. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to serving marginalized communities, advocating for others, and empowering individuals to enhance their skills and achieve self-sufficiency.
Fluent in Spanish, Carolina effectively engages and supports diverse communities. Her strategic leadership and commitment to equity drive sustainable solutions and foster long-term societal impact. Carolina is a Boston-native and is committed to serving her community.
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