Kimora A. McConnell, MSW, PMP, CSM
Kimora A. McConnell, MSW, PMP, CSM, is a seasoned leader in Health and Human Services IT and management consulting, with over a decade of experience bridging social work and technology. She is the CEO and Founder of Bravura Empowerment Strategies & Transformation, a firm dedicated to delivering thoughtful, results-driven solutions that strengthen organizations, elevate performance, and create lasting impact. Currently, she serves as Project Management Lead at Florida Digital Service, overseeing enterprise IT initiatives that modernize legacy systems for child welfare and Medicaid, ensuring that technology projects align with client needs and serve communities effectively.
Her career uniquely blends technical expertise, human-centered design, and social work principles. Prior to her government role, Kimora worked at KPMG as an IT consultant, serving as a subject matter expert to modernize statewide child welfare IT systems and advising on large-scale Salesforce implementations. She has also led program management efforts at Florida State University College of Medicine, managing multimillion-dollar budgets and facilitating community health equity initiatives. Kimora is recognized for her servant leadership approach, emphasizing integrity, accountability, and the development of teams while maintaining a people-first perspective on project execution.
A graduate of Florida State University, holding both a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Social Work, Kimora combines her clinical knowledge with technical proficiency to create innovative solutions in complex government systems. She holds professional credentials as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) and is an active member of the Project Management Institute. Beyond her professional commitments, she volunteers with Big Bend Hospice and serves as an advisory member for leadership programs, reflecting her ongoing dedication to community service and mentorship. Kimora is committed to leveraging her expertise to improve human services systems, with a long-term vision of integrating IT, healthcare, and social work into transformative solutions for children and families.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• MSW
• Florida State University – Master of Social Work (MSW) Social Policy and Public Administration Concentration
• Florida State University – Bachelor of Social Work
• Awarded State-Term Contract for Florida for Bravura Empowerment Strategies & Transformation
• Institute for Family Violence Studies Scholarship (FSU)
• Dean’s List (FSU)
• Garnet & Gold Scholar Society (FSU)
• Tallahassee Democrat “One of The Elite”
• Influential Women 2026
• Project Management Institute
• Advisory Member – Women in Leadership Program, University of North Georgia
• Clinical Volunteer – Big Bend Hospice, Vigil and Valor team
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to learning to be still and listen, a practice rooted in faith. By being flexible with my plans and open to guidance, I allowed opportunities to align naturally. I’ve learned that having goals is important, but being too rigid can limit growth—when I take chances and embrace learning from failure, I place myself in the right rooms where my work and name can make an impact.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Mentorship and sponsorship were pivotal in shaping my career. Carol Hussey helped me recognize the transferability of my social work background into consulting, and Patty Babcock provided essential connections. I also learned the importance of defining my non-negotiables (anti-goals) from the book The Five Types of Wealth, which helped me maintain balance while pursuing ambitious objectives.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Be intentional about your priorities and boundaries. Identify your anti-goals and non-negotiables—what you will not compromise, whether it’s family, personal time, or health. Set clear thresholds to avoid burnout, delegate effectively, and take calculated risks. Turn fear into fearlessness while keeping your overarching purpose in focus. Balance ambition with self-care and the well-being of those you love.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenges are modernizing large, monolithic Health & Human Service systems such as child welfare and Medicaid, and managing multiple professional responsibilities without compromising quality or personal wellbeing. Opportunities include leveraging the intersection of IT, social work, and healthcare consulting to drive meaningful change in human services, especially in underserved or rural communities.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Practicing what I preach and following through with my commitments are central to my values. I strive to treat everyone with respect and lead through service, rolling up my sleeves to support both my team and the community. Servant leadership guides my approach, ensuring that results are achieved not for personal gain, but to uplift staff, stakeholders, and those we serve.