Siddiq Washington

Years in Business

30+ Years I bring over three decades of high-level experience spanning corporate sales management, business ownership, and community leadership. My journey has evolved from driving revenue at Fortune 500 companies like MCI WorldCom to leading my own marketing firm and presiding over community-focused organizations.

What I’m Passionate About

I am driven by the intersection of innovation and human capital. My passion lies in bridging the gap between theoretical organizational behavior and the practical realities of the modern workplace. I am dedicated to developing resilient leaders who can navigate the complexities of social services, healthcare, and government sectors, ensuring they are equipped to lead diverse, multi-generational teams with empathy and strategic foresight.

Special Skills I Master

Strategic Organizational Growth: Expertise in scaling operations through effective sales management and business development strategies.

Doctoral-Level Mentorship: Skilled in guiding professionals through the rigors of organizational research, including qualitative and quantitative analysis.

Change Management & Innovation: Leveraging my doctoral research to implement learning frameworks that foster institutional agility and sustainable growth.

Cross-Sector Leadership: A unique ability to translate leadership principles across corporate, non-profit, and academic environments.

How Others Will See Me

Others see me as a grounded visionary—a leader who possesses the academic rigor of a Doctor of Organizational Leadership but retains the "street smarts" and grit of a veteran entrepreneur. I am viewed as a collaborative bridge-builder who values collegiality and excels at transforming complex organizational challenges into clear, actionable strategies for success.

I have built a diverse career over the last 30 years, transitioning from high-velocity corporate sales environments to executive leadership and academic research. My experience is defined by a consistent focus on organizational growth, strategic communication, and mentorship.

Here is a summary of my professional journey:

Executive Leadership & Entrepreneurship

President, UmmahCom (2015–Present): I lead all aspects of this business marketing organization, including virtual operations, advertising, and strategic purchasing.

Director, Muslim Ummah of Al Haqq (2011–Present): I oversee community service projects, resource distribution, and social media supervision, focusing on organizational outreach and educational instruction.

Business Owner & Manager: I have founded and scaled multiple ventures, utilizing my background in Business Marketing to drive revenue and market presence.

Corporate Sales & Development

Sales Management (MCI WorldCom, LCN Communications, Dish1Up): I managed direct sales teams and call centers for major telecommunications and satellite firms. My focus was on training marketing executives and developing "talk tracks" to optimize closing percentages.

Business Development (OOI Solutions, N2net): I specialized in marketing IT and data services to vertical businesses, building long-term account relationships through CRM and strategic planning.

Instruction & Chaplaincy

Adjunct-Ready Scholar: With my Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, I focus on teaching innovation and methodology to mid-career professionals and doctoral candidates.

Spiritual & Community Leadership: I served as a Chaplain at the Cleveland Clinic and an Imam/Teacher at the Cuyahoga County Corrections Center, providing crisis comfort, curriculum development, and public lectures.

Academic Foundations: My experience includes teaching mathematics in public schools and coaching varsity athletics, which honed my ability to mentor and manage diverse groups.

Core Competencies

Strategic Planning: Aligning organizational goals with actionable marketing and operational steps.

Team Management: A proven track record of leading sales and community teams to exceed performance benchmarks.

Research & Innovation: Expertise in both Qualitative and Quantitative methods, specifically applied to organizational behavior and learning.

My most relevant academic background is centered on Organizational Leadership, Innovation, and the Humanities, providing a strong foundation for both executive management and doctoral-level instruction.

Doctoral Level

Doctor of Organizational Leadership, Learning and Innovation (2022–2025)

Wilmington University, New Castle, Delaware My doctoral work focused on the mechanics of institutional change and the development of leadership frameworks. This degree specifically prepared me to teach methodology courses and serve on dissertation committees for mid-career professionals.

Master’s Level

Master of Arts in Humanities (2008–2012)

John Carroll University, University Heights, Ohio This program deepened my expertise in Philosophy, Religion, and the Humanities, which I have directly applied to my work in chaplaincy, community leadership, and ethical organizational management.

Undergraduate Level

Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing (1988–1991)

The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio This degree provided the core technical skills in sales, consumer behavior, and strategic business development that fueled my 30-year career in the corporate and entrepreneurial sectors.