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With over 35 years of multifaceted experience as a leader, executive, consultant, and entrepreneur, Yvette Diamond is a dynamic force in workforce development, known for catalyzing innovative, scalable strategies that drive inclusive economic growth. Her passion lies in empowering leaders to build resilient talent pipelines and equipping employers to be future-ready.

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As Executive Director of the Maryland Apprenticeship Connector (MAC), Yvette championed apprenticeships as a vital workforce solution across all industries—bridging operational needs with long-term talent development. Under her leadership, MAC launched Apprentice Connect, Maryland’s first centralized apprenticeship platform, and established collaborative frameworks to align education, training, and business stakeholders statewide.

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In her consultancy role, Yvette led the Greater Baltimore Committee’s Preparing for the Future initiative in 2021, convening over 350 cross-sector stakeholders to shape a regional workforce strategy. Her ability to foster alignment between public and private sectors continues to position her as a trusted advisor in building sustainable, equitable workforce ecosystems—especially in high-growth industries such as healthcare, technology, construction, and clean energy.

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Part-time, Yvette serves as Director of Operations at Project JumpStart, Inc., where she helps guide organizational strategy and leads team development for one of Maryland’s most impactful pre-apprenticeship programs. Frequently seen facilitating and participating in panel discussions across the state and online, she actively shares her voice to encourage employer engagement, cross-sector collaboration, and the integration of best practices across the broader workforce ecosystem.

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Prior to her consultancy work, Yvette held executive roles that shaped her practical understanding of business operations and growth: Chief Operating Officer of a $24MM+ logistics firm in Howard County, Vice President of an international publishing company in Rockville, and Founder/CEO of a health and beauty company in Frederick, MD. These experiences ground her approach to workforce development in the real-world needs of employers and entrepreneurs.

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A recognized thought leader in apprenticeship models, alternative career pathways, and contemporary workforce strategies, Yvette lends her voice and expertise to organizations including United Way of Central Maryland and Baltimore Together. Her leadership has earned her numerous honors, including The Daily Record’s Top 100 Women in Maryland Circle of Excellence (2016, 2022, 2025), Frederick Economic Development’s Entrepreneur of the Year, and Frederick Magazine's Person to Watch. Her work has been featured in The Frederick News-Post, The Daily Record, citybiz, the Build Your Path Podcast, and regional TV networks.

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Yvette also serves on multiple education and workforce boards and advisory committees, including as a U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship Ambassador, Apprenticeship subcommittee of the Baltimore City Public Schools Local Advisor Committee (LAC), and a former member of the Baltimore Workforce Hub Apprenticeship Subcommittee, appointed by the White House Office of Infrastructure Implementation.

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At her core, Yvette is committed to breaking down systemic barriers for historically marginalized populations. Through her organization, Our Facets, she continues to advocate for employer-driven solutions that not only close equity gaps but also strengthen economic mobility and community resilience across the region.