Creating Opportunities for All (COFA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals who lack access to traditional resources by offering diverse career pathways. We provide comprehensive training in essential skills such as architecture and engineering software, computer literacy, project management, and entrepreneurship. Our programs are designed to foster growth, build sustainable careers, and equip individuals with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s competitive job market. Through COFA, we are committed to transforming lives by opening doors to opportunities that lead to long-term success and community impact.
COFA empowers individuals in underserved communities by providing essential skills, knowledge and opportunities in the construction industry. Our programs are designed to bridge the gap between economic disparity and employment prospects while contributing to community development and sustainability, all while empowering the people we serve to create opportunities for building generational wealth. Although training is concentrated in the construction industry, most skills are transferable to many other industries.
Creating Opportunities for All (COFA) partners with a wide range of community organizations, school districts, contractors, developers, apprenticeship programs, and other key stakeholders to deliver impactful career training. While we offer a standard curriculum that has proven effective, we also recognize the importance of flexibility. Therefore, our curriculum can be customized to meet the specific needs of each organization or community we work with.
Our programs primarily engage high school and college-aged participants, though we also offer tailored options for younger students, starting as early as fourth grade. In one of our most comprehensive initiatives, we collaborated with an entire school district to implement a progressive program that guides students from early conceptual understanding to hands-on building experiences as they advance through their education.
The COFA training program consists of 24 weeks of intensive, skills-based modules, providing participants with a solid foundation before they move into hands-on experiences. Upon successful completion of these modules, participants are given the opportunity to work on selected team projects, allowing them to apply the skills they’ve learned in real-world scenarios. This practical component ensures that each graduate of the program is well-prepared to pursue sustainable career opportunities.
Creating Opportunities for Veterans (COV) empowers the veteran community by providing essential skills, knowledge and opportunities in the construction industry. This program is designed to bridge the gap between economic disparity and employment prospects while contributing to community development and sustainability. COV also connects veterans to resources available to them for transportation, housing, construction/renovations, stair lifts and vertical platform lifts, elevators, medical devices, mortgage resources and much more!
Randy Washington, the founder of Creating Opportunities for All (COFA) and Creating Opportunities for Veterans (COV), has over two decades of experience in a wide range of specialized projects, including affordable housing, higher education, services for disabled veterans, pharmaceutical facilities, hotels, casinos, hospitals, laboratories, and historic projects. His journey, marked by personal challenges and a heart to serve others, has driven him to remove barriers not only for himself but for others striving to follow his path. Randy and his team are deeply committed to making a lasting impact in historically underserved communities, empowering them through economic growth and sustainable development initiatives.
Randy has been fortunate to serve a wide spectrum of individuals, from high school graduates and disabled veterans to those re-entering society after incarceration. Witnessing the transformative changes in their lives has been incredibly rewarding, fueling his passion to do more. These experiences inspired Randy to create Creating Opportunities for All (COFA) and Creating Opportunities for Veterans (COV) as a way to expand his impact, providing a platform to uplift even more individuals in communities across the country.
Hailing from Philadelphia, PA, Mr. Washington graduated from Dobbins Vocational Technical
High School in 1987. He received his associate’s degree from the University Of Maryland
University College and is his Bachelor from American Military University. He is a proven leader
as Senior Chief Petty Officer with over 23 years of military experien
Hailing from Philadelphia, PA, Mr. Washington graduated from Dobbins Vocational Technical
High School in 1987. He received his associate’s degree from the University Of Maryland
University College and is his Bachelor from American Military University. He is a proven leader
as Senior Chief Petty Officer with over 23 years of military experience. His track record of
excellence leadership and outstanding performance motivates teamwork and mission success.
Maurice retired June 2011 and started working with Cydecor to support the OPNAV N3N5 Navy
Irregular Warfare Office (NIWO) now rename N52, first as the knowledge manager / IT
specialist on September 2011 which today is currently working with ATSI as the TASK
Administration Lead since February 2022.
He will support the majority of the functions within N52 with his diverse background while
continuing to assist on several projects such as the Naval Board, Fleet Board and other areas in
N52. Mr. Washington joined the Navy in 1988. He began his career as a Radioman onboard
USS HALEAKALA (AE-25) and then detached to the Auto-Din Switching Center (NACTAMS
WESTPAC) stationed in Guam. After his tour in Guam, he transitioned to the rate of Operations
Specialist and was stationed onboard the USS PHILIPPINE SEA, in Mayport FL., where he
received his “Surface Warfare Designator”. After a tour at Military Entrance Processing Station
(MEPS), Brooklyn, NY, he was stationed onboard USS VELLA GULF (CG-72) in Norfolk,
VA., where he served as an air traffic controller (ASTAC). He followed that tour with an
overseas tour at CTF-67, in Sicily Italy, where he earned his “Air Warfare Designator”. Then he
transition to the Pentagon serving as N31 Security Manager – Tech Support Leading Chief in
Washington, DC. After a wonderful tour at the Pentagon he continued his duties and went back
out to sea for one last tour before retiring onboard the USS MESA VERDE (LPD-19), as
Operation Department Leading Chief.
Mr. Washington’s decorations include the Joint Service Commendation Medal, Navy
Commendation Medal, Combat Action Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Four Navy
Achievement Medals, and various unit and campaign awards. He enjoys riding his motorcycle,
listening to music, LEARNING to golf, running and meeting new people. Mr. Washington is a
people person that takes pride in his work and the relationships which he has developed and will
maintain for years to come.
As of 29 August 2014
Mr. Washington is married to Dottery Butler-Washington who also works in the Pentagon as a
GS-15 / SES with the WHTS Department. They have two sons: Bernard and Maurice II.
A native of Philadelphia, PA, Tamika Milburn, is a U.S. Air Force Veteran with a B.B.A from
Marian University (IN) and an MBA from Anderson University (IN). Ms. Milburn is the CEO and
Co-founder of Agile Connection Group and the owner of Beagle Consulting, LLC. Agile
Connection Group focuses on connecting skilled professionals with dynamic c
A native of Philadelphia, PA, Tamika Milburn, is a U.S. Air Force Veteran with a B.B.A from
Marian University (IN) and an MBA from Anderson University (IN). Ms. Milburn is the CEO and
Co-founder of Agile Connection Group and the owner of Beagle Consulting, LLC. Agile
Connection Group focuses on connecting skilled professionals with dynamic companies in
Accounting and Finance, IT, Legal, and Administrative roles, while Beagle Consulting, LLC
provides HR solutions and business development services to small and medium-sized
businesses. With over 12 years of federal human resources experience, Tamika specializes in
talent optimization, strategic HR management, and workforce planning, helping organizations
align their human capital with their business goals for long-term success.
Janell Washington is a seasoned project manager with 15 years of experience leading initiatives for disabled veterans in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Throughout her career, she has earned a reputation for her meticulous attention to detail and her unwavering commitment to exceeding client expectations. Her extensive expertise en
Janell Washington is a seasoned project manager with 15 years of experience leading initiatives for disabled veterans in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Throughout her career, she has earned a reputation for her meticulous attention to detail and her unwavering commitment to exceeding client expectations. Her extensive expertise ensures that the services she provides go beyond the norm, meeting the unique needs of every veteran served.
Janell’s compassion and kindness define her leadership style. She has a genuine heart for people, especially children and individuals with disabilities. Her role as a youth leader at her church reflects her passion for guiding and nurturing young minds, while her work with disabled veterans showcases her patient and empathetic approach. She creates a supportive and understanding environment where veterans feel cared for, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally.
Armed with a degree in psychology, Janell brings a deep understanding to her work, recognizing the importance of addressing both the mental and physical well-being of her clients. This holistic approach, combined with her intelligence and passion for client satisfaction, makes her an invaluable asset to her team. Her dedication to creating positive, lasting impacts on the lives of those she serves shines through in every project she undertakes.
Danny brings a wide array of experiences to the table. A consummate team player, he’s worked across tech, fashion, sports and entertainment. He’s always aimed to have his work make a difference. With a successful track record of building meaningful partnerships with Fortune 500 companies he’ll look to do the same here.
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