Favor Divine Dicko

Bilingual French-English senior professional and people-centered leader with 15+ years of experience spanning senior marketing leadership, business development, teaching and professional training, international affairs, strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and organizational leadership. Led a team of 70–80 people, including 21 licensed professionals, through coaching, training, relationship development, presentations, and business-growth initiatives. Combine a foundation in Marketing & Communication with extensive experience translating complex information into compelling messages, developing people, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and building trusted relationships across cultures.

Well positioned for Director-level opportunities in Marketing, Communications, Partnerships, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Development, and Learning & Development.

Senior Marketing Director - World Financial Group (WFG) - United States

(2025-08)

• Develop leadership capability by coaching team members in communication, presentation, client engagement, professional conduct, and business-development practices.
• Coordinate meetings, training programs, presentations, recruiting/onboarding activities, and business-development initiatives across multiple priorities and diverse stakeholder needs.
• Build strategic relationships with clients, prospective clients, professionals, and community stakeholders through consultative communication, trust-building, and disciplined follow-through.
• Design and deliver high-impact presentations and training that translate complex financial concepts into clear, compelling, audience-centered messages.
• Shape marketing and outreach initiatives that strengthen brand visibility, audience engagement, relationship development, and organizational growth.
• Lead and develop a team of 70–80 people, including 21 licensed professionals, through coaching, mentoring, training, communication, accountability, and professional development.
• Provide senior-level marketing, business-development, relationship-management, and financial education leadership in a growth-oriented organization.

Certified French Immersion Teacher | Instructional Leadership & Assessment Coordination - Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) - Silver Spring, Maryland

(2019-08 - 2026-02)

• Supported students and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds with responsive, solutions-oriented service.
• Coordinated communication among families, educators, administrators, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and facilitate access to services.
• Translated complex institutional information between English and French while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Maintained organized records and used electronic systems/databases to manage information accurately and efficiently.
• Guided stakeholders through processes, requirements, resources, and procedures; exercised sound judgment in sensitive situations.
• Coordinated meetings, support activities, school programs, and assessment processes in collaboration with multiple teams.
• Prepared professional communications, reports, instructional materials, and other documents for varied audiences.
• Managed competing priorities in a high-volume environment while maintaining responsiveness, attention to detail, and quality service.
• Built trusted relationships through culturally responsive communication, active listening, and professional follow-through.

Certified French Immersion & ESOL Teacher - Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS) - Greenbelt & Bladensburg, Maryland

(2013-08 - 2019-06)

• Delivered high-quality service and support to diverse populations and families across multiple proficiency levels.
• Adapted communication and support strategies to individual needs while maintaining an inclusive, professional environment.
• Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and families to address concerns, coordinate support, and promote positive outcomes.
• Monitored and analyzed performance data, documented progress, and communicated needs to appropriate stakeholders.
• Participated in curriculum development, assessment planning, school improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Integrated technology and digital tools to improve engagement, organization, communication, and service delivery.

Trilingual Foreign Counselor Officer - Embassy of Mali - Washington, District of Columbia

(2008-01 - 2013-01)

• Provided high-level customer service and consular assistance to citizens navigating passports, identification, certificates, citizenship, notarial services, and related processes.
• Monitored visa and passport application processes; verified application and document information against established guidelines.
• Maintained case files and records in a corporate database with strong attention to accuracy, confidentiality, and procedural compliance.
• Assisted travelers with new and emergency passport matters and coordinated time-sensitive cases with external agencies.
• Worked with the U.S. Department of State and Homeland Security on critical matters requiring careful communication, discretion, and timely resolution.
• Coordinated complex and sensitive cases, including matters subject to litigation, while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Built productive relationships with diplomats, counselors, journalists, and other stakeholders to support mission objectives.
• Trained in-house employees on effective internal and external communication strategies and supported public-facing communications.
• Prepared speeches, press releases, talking points, and professional correspondence for senior diplomatic leadership.
• Developed contingency planning and responded to emergencies where timely action and sound judgment were essential.

Master Equivalent Degree - Teacher Leadership (Bachelor +30 credits) - Walden University, Minnesota, & Trinity University, DC

Bachelor's Degree - Marketing & Communication - Sup Management, Bamako, Mali