CLDR ROBINSON-LYONS

DISTINGUISHED

FELLOWS AND

RESEARCH INSTITUTE

The Robinson-Lyons Institute aims to provide opportunities for distinguished national and community leaders, corporate executives; administrators, faculty members from colleges and universities, and other notable individuals to be selected for one to three-year terms as CLDR Robinson-Lyons Distinguished Fellows. The Fellows will fill positions as guest lecturers, staff, and mentors and engage in short, or long-term special research projects they identify. The goal is to select a maximum of ten fellows every four years.

 

CLDR LEADERSHIP

DEVELOPMENT

INSTITUTE

A limited number of programs implement creative approaches to prepare, mentor, and foster the career advancement of minorities in diverse professions. The scarcity of African Americans and other minorities in critical professions is well documented. The Leadership Development Institute is committed to preparing a cadre of qualified professionals to fill these voids. The Institute sponsors professional development conferences, workshops, seminars, mentoring sessions, and other forums to address career leadership opportunities and upward mobility/advancement issues facing well-prepared minorities. The Institute Team provides consultant services and technical assistance to corporations, higher education, government agencies, and community organizations, covering a broad- range of services, including talent identification, organization assessment, career counseling, diversity training, and leadership development. The Robinson-Lyons Distinguished Fellows will also serve as staff for CLDR programs.

3.

INSTITUTIONAL

ADVANCEMENT,

ALUMNI, AND

GOVERNMENT     

RELATIONS

INSTITUTE

The Institute assists colleges, universities, and other non-profit agencies with resource acquisition and fiscal management. The Institute conducts workshops and seminars on fundraising for key administrators, staff at colleges and universities, and other organizations. CLDR Teams conduct feasibility studies and strategic plans for annual fund drives and capital campaigns.

4.

INFORMATION

TECHNOLOGY AND

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

INSTITUTE

The Institute provides consultant services and technical assistance in
telecommunications, technology applications, and infrastructure design, installation, and maintenance of state-of-the-art systems for HBCUs, MSI, and TCUs since 1988. Orientation/training and staff development in Satellite broadcasting, Interactive video conferencing, and Distance Education are offered as a CLDR Program. This expertise is possible through a partnership with International Telecommunication Services, Inc. (ITS), and Advanced Technology (ADTech).

Currently, CLDR is collaborating with various agencies on broadband and 5G Technology issues. These partnerships include how to provide connectivity in rural communities, using mapping to determine where coverage is needed in these areas.

The expanded role of Information Technology/Telecommunications in teaching, learning, research, and administration has created a shortage of IT professionals. A new workforce must meet the expectations of a technology-dependent student population; research-engaged faculty, and college administrators committed to the growing number of online, paperless Institutions.

 A FEW OF OUR STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS:

TITAN STRATEGIC CONSULTANTS:

A syndicate of Sr. Executive Technologists, Emerging Markets Consultants, and Broadband Professionals. Representing years of technology implementation, logistics, operations, broadband implementation, supply-chain, Information technology, development engineering, broadband engineering, business development, project management, PPE acquisition, shipping, and technology-based training, Titan SC supports the education and emerging markets sector by turning big design dreams into real-world realities.

 

FOCUS UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS, LLC.:

Highly regarded FAA-certified Commercial Drone Professionals. Focus UAS has over 15,000 flight hours of combined experience utilizing multiple UAV platforms and operates throughout the US and Canada. FOCUS is a recognized UAS knowledge leader, gold standard operator, thermal, LIDAR, and advanced Optics professional firm. Focus specializes in commercial and industrial high-end inspections, advanced drone operations training, audits, and aerial-based broadband delivery systems.

FOCUS also concentrates on commercial cinematography, power lines, pipelines, railroads, highways, agricultural lands, 3D Modeling, time-lapse cinematography, and other drone-based solutions. Focus UAS is a true UAS technology integrator that provides implementable, repeatable, and predictable solutions. Let’s Fly.

5.

INSTITUTE FOR

PUBLIC,

PRIVATE,

PARTNERSHIP

PROGRAMS – P3

The new Higher Education (P3) Program is an outgrowth of CLDR, providing decades of Technical Assistance in the areas of Space Utilization Studies, Desk Audits; Campus Infrastructure Planning/Development Planned and Deferred Maintenance, and Capital Campaigns for ‘Bricks and Mortar’ Projects. CLDR has joined many companies and organizations developing innovative Public and private Partnerships to Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Maintain new award-winning, student-centered, Living-Learning college campuses and facilities. CLDR intends for the P3 projects to be Transformative campus endeavors, a key component in the Strategic student recruitment, enrollment, retention, and graduation Plan.

The Center for Higher Education Public, Private Partnerships (P3) Program was developed to help Colleges, Universities, Churches and underserved communities create Transformative Development Plans to enhance their brand, Academic Excellence, and quality Teaching/ Learning environments where generations of future visionaries and world leaders will matriculate. The CLDR P3 Program helps clients: Understand the nuances of P3 and how best to navigate the process from ‘Concept to Ribbon Cutting to Move-In; Solve immediate needs for new student housing, classrooms, and other campus facilities/amenities without impacting University debt to income ratio; Maximize low interest, tax-exempt bonds placed through third-party partnership to upgrade/expand campus infrastructure/facilities; Benefit financially from long-term college ground lease for new P3 construction projects; Identify a cadre of highly qualified partners, including Master Campus Planners, Architects, Construction Teams, Builders, Landscapers, Interior Designers, and others; Build award-winning, multi-use facilities and create landscaping designs all to transform entire campuses.

6.

INSTITUTE FOR

HEALTH,

WELLNESS AND

NUTRITION

The Institute of Health, Wellness, and Nutrition serves as a catalyst and an Instrument to encourage and motivate minorities to take charge of their health. CLDR strongly supports universal healthcare programs that provide affordable medical coverage for all Americans, emphasizing preventive care. The minority Universities are positioned to educate and graduate more STEM students interested in scientific research. These new professionals will help eradicate health disparities that are ravaging minority communities.

7.

ONLINE

LEARNING

AND

DISTANCE

EDUCATION

INSTITUTE

The Institute develops comprehensive plans for designing/implementing new Online eLearning/ Distance Education programs, including online Summer School plans and adult online bachelor’s degrees, with rolling admission. Creates new opportunities for increasing student enrollment, upgrades campus technology applications/facilities; provides Faculty eLearning certification sessions
with instructional design training; and engages students in training to maximize online/ eLearning experiences. Develop strategic marketing plans and outreach programs to provide more students an opportunity to earn college degrees, either on campus or online; develop strategic plans to generate new sources of revenue for the college. Implement Online Adult Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs; Enroll former students and working adults who want to earn a college degree.

8.

GLOBAL

INNOVATION

AND

MODERNIZATION

DIVISION

The CLDR Global Innovation and Modernization Division is dedicated to driving global progress by implementing cutting-edge technologies and modern practices. We aim to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and quality of life worldwide by fostering innovation and modernizing infrastructure, systems, and processes. We focus on renewable energy expansion, including, but not limited to, solar, microgrids, neo batteries innovation, hydrogen fuel cell technologies, peaker plants, smart city development, agricultural innovation like agrivoltaics, healthcare modernization, and educational advancement. By promoting sustainability, ensuring accessibility, and encouraging collaboration, we strive to create a world where advanced technologies and modern solutions benefit all communities, especially the underserved.

Our commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and integrity guides our efforts to support the empowerment of marginalized communities, enabling them to be active participants in this ever-changing and evolving society. We leverage powerful artificial intelligence (AI) systems and smart monitoring solutions, providing extensive training on new-age technologies and methodologies. This comprehensive approach aims to drive local growth, eliminate food deserts, and ensure that communities are equipped to thrive in the modern world.