ABOUT ME

Hi, I'm Dr. Lorenza Maurice Wilkins.

MISSION STATEMENT

Standing up for Nash County

Top issues impacting citizens in the 25th district include economic development, environmental/regulatory concerns, health/human resources, and taxation.
Dr. Wilkins is working to foster an environment where businesses continue to come to North Carolina, creating jobs and enhancing the quality of life for communities across our state. He will improve affordability and shared prosperity for the working class. And guard against discrimination, standing strong to protect vulnerable communities.

Inclusive Leader

Dr. Lorenza Wilkins believes in fairness, inclusion, and helping others succeed.
He leads with purpose and a deep commitment to serving his community.

Advocate for Education

Supports strong schools and student success.
Promotes:
- STEM education
- Financial literacy
- Entrepreneurship
Believes students must be ready for a changing, global workforce.

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Nationally Recognized Voice

Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success.
Serves on the Leadership Council for the National Small Business Association (NSBA).
Participated in the Aspen Institute’s Opportunity Youth Forum in 2018.

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Champion for Youth

Co-founded the Compass Youth Center, a nonprofit helping young people grow.
Built partnerships with:
- NC Central University’s BRITE Program
- Duke Design Thinking Team
- Duke Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- The Fab Lab

Experienced Professional

Over 20 years across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors.
Current role: Chief Administrative Officer at Inter-Faith Food Shuttle.
- FUSE Corps (Executive Fellow)
- Rebound: Alternatives for Youth (Executive Director)
- Made in Durham (Senior Director of Programs & Operations)
- Triangle Literacy Council (Program Manager)
- CSX (Talent Advisor)

Educational Achievements

Began Undergrad:
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – North Carolina Central University
3.0 Club Member, Student Athlete, & Double Major
Completed Undergrad:
Bachelor of Science,
MBA, and Doctorate in Business Administration – Columbia Southern University
Leadership Triangle graduate and proud Goodmon Fellow

Certified Leader

Board Chair at the Reintegration Support Network.
Holds certifications in:
Six Sigma
Servant Leadership
Foundations for Success
Leading Through Failure
Building Your Team

Rooted in Community

Native of Lake Gaston, NC and resident of Nash
County for over 27 years
Devoted husband and father of four
Enjoys:
- Volunteering
- Gardening
- Weight training
- Boating, fishing, and swimming

"As a Nash County resident of more than 27 years, it has been the honor of a lifetime being part of a vibrant and thriving community. I am proud of the opportunities for shared prosperity among North Carolina families, but there is still work to do. That is why I am excited to announce my election campaign: I am ready to get to work for this community and North Carolinians, and I appreciate your support."

- Dr. Lorenza Wilkins, Candidate for NC House District 25

ABOUT ME

MISSION STATEMENT

Standing up for Nash County

Dr. Lorenza Wilkins believes in fairness, inclusion, and helping others succeed.

He leads with purpose and a deep commitment to serving his community.

Supports strong schools and student success.

Promotes:

STEM education

Financial literacy

Entrepreneurship

Believes students must be ready for a changing, global workforce.

Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success.

Serves on the Leadership Council for the National Small Business Association (NSBA).

Participated in the Aspen Institute’s Opportunity Youth Forum in 2018.

Co-founded the Compass Youth Center, a nonprofit helping young people grow.

Built partnerships with:

NC Central University’s BRITE Program

Duke Design Thinking Team

Duke Innovation & Entrepreneurship

The Fab Lab

Over 20 years across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors.

Current role: Chief Administrative Officer at Inter-Faith Food Shuttle.

FUSE Corps (Executive Fellow)

Rebound: Alternatives for Youth (Executive Director)

Made in Durham (Senior Director of Programs & Operations)

Triangle Literacy Council (Program Manager)

CSX (Talent Advisor)

Began Undergrad: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – North Carolina Central University

3.0 Club Member, Student Athlete, & Double Major

Completed Undergrad: Bachelor of Science, MBA, and Doctorate in Business Administration – Columbia Southern University

Leadership Triangle graduate and proud Goodmon Fellow

Board Chair at the Reintegration Support Network.

Holds certifications in:

Six Sigma

Servant Leadership

Foundations for Success

Leading Through Failure

Building Your Team

Native of Lake Gaston, NC and resident of Nash County for over 27 years

Devoted husband and father of four

Enjoys:

Volunteering

Gardening

Weight training

Boating, fishing, and swimming

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Began Undergrad:
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – North Carolina Central University

Completed Undergrad:
Bachelor of Science,
MBA, and Doctorate in Business Administration – Columbia Southern University

Native of Lake Gaston, NC and resident of Nash
County for over 27 years

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