Major’s career thus far is marked by a series of firsts and pivots into excellence.  Major is the first African-American to serve as the Governor’s Chief of Staff in Maryland.  He was also the first African-American appointed as the Chief Administrative Officer for Prince George’s County. As a leader, Major has developed a reputation for assisting others in achieving their goals and leveraging his experience as a change agent and homegrown pioneer.

As the former Chief Administrative Officer for County Executive Angela D. Alsobrooks in Prince George’s County government, his extensive relationships and experience inform his solution delivery.

He has served Prince George’s County government for 19 years.  He worked his way up through the ranks from an entry-level position in the Office of Budget and Management to various promotional opportunities, which included: Executive Director of the Housing Authority, Director of Housing and Community Development, Director of the Office of Budget and Management, until he was selected to serve in the highest professional position (in County Government) – Chief Administrative Officer.

Before serving as CAO in the County for the second time, Major became CEO of the Management Consulting Firm, Strategic Solutions Center.  Major understands the crossroads between business and government, and he aides his clients in improving their strategies to do business with state and local governments. Major is also the Managing Partner of Great Foods, LLC, a multiple franchise owner of quick-service restaurants at BWI and Pittsburgh Airports.

In 1995, Major was appointed the Chief of Staff for the Governor of Maryland.  In this role, the daily operations of state government and implementing the Governor’s priorities were Major’s core duties.  During the last several months of Major’s state service, he served as the Chief of Technology.  He spearheaded the Governor’s mission to make Maryland a true digital state by making technology available to all Marylanders. He also served two years as the National President of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) and was a Board member for the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC).  His consistent service demonstrates that Major places a high priority on community service.

Major earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and his  Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Virginia Tech.  He is also an alum of the JFK School of Government, Harvard University’s Executive Leadership Training Program.