As Executive Director of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Foundation, I spearheaded strategic initiatives to advance our mission of supporting veterans, military service personnel, and their families. In collaboration with the Board of Directors, I provided leadership to achieve the Foundation’s philanthropic fundraising objectives aligned with the VFW’s mission. Effective communication with the Board ensured informed decision-making and cohesive execution of our goals. Additionally, I worked closely with the Foundation Board and VFW leadership to enhance our organization’s visibility and impact within the community.My oversight of organizational operations involved implementing appropriate resources to streamline efficiency. Crucially, I led the recruitment and retention of competent staff, fostering a collaborative work environment. Additionally, in collaboration with the Foundation Secretary/Treasurer, I maintained fiscal integrity, overseeing budgeting and financial management.To safeguard the Foundation’s financial health, I developed comprehensive fundraising strategies leveraging diverse avenues such as annual giving, major gifts, and corporate sponsorships. By presenting detailed financial reports to the Board and VFW leadership, we ensured transparency and accountability. Through prudent fiscal management, we maximized resource utilization, ensuring a positive financial outlook.Reporting to the Board of Directors and VFW leadership, I played a pivotal role in policy decisions and fundraising initiatives. Coordination of Foundation Board and committee meetings facilitated strategic discussions and decision-making. Collaborating with VFW Directorates, I identified philanthropic priorities and crafted fundraising objectives aligned with organizational goals. Additionally, I provided leadership to our dedicated staff, fostering their professional growth and development.

Serve as advisor and assistant to the Adjutant General on matters concerning Administrative Operations, Membership, Programs, Member Service Center, Information Technology, Development and General Service to ensure proper response and resolution of matters pertaining to the Congressional Charter, National By-Laws, policies, and rulings effecting all subordinate units and the operations of the National Headquarters.Serve upon assignment as a representative of the National Organization at state, regional conferences, or as directed by the Adjutant General and Commander-in-Chief on administrative policies and program objectives mandated by convention action and precedent decisions.Oversees and coordinates the offices of Administrative Operations, VFW Programs, Membership, Member Service Center, Information Technology, Development, and General Services to assure the processing, programming, maintenance, and implementation of all functions of these departments.Review, update and maintain organizational By-Laws, corporation documents, interpret their application, research, and prepare rulings, opinions, and policy statements for the Commander-in-Chief and Adjutant General.

Board member for America’s largest combat veterans organization.

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• Achieved measurable success in promoting innovation and change throughout the organization through teamwork, talent development, and recruitment strategies.• Carried out the alignment of objectives across Administrative Operations, VFW Programs, Membership, Member Services, Information Technology, Development, and General Services.• Monitored and maintained revenue budgets of <$230k.• Secured donations of more than $20,000, creating the first positive revenue in less than six years.• Presided over the administration of the Department Awards and Citations in addition to officer and delegate credentials for the State Convention.• Launched social media campaigns, outreach, and commercials, created a departmental Facebook page, and increased Facebook followers from 1k to >4.8k.• Reviewed the Administrative Operations Department’s administrative and disciplinary actions, appeals, and rights of members and approved travel expenses for Department staff.• Assured Member Services were providing a superior experience to all members with a focus on increasing satisfaction.

• Applied robust expertise in people management to guide the franchise in becoming one of the top “want to work at” organizations in the mid-south.• Directed a dedicated and productive staff of 77 employees, coordinated staffing schedules, and delegated daily tasks to team members.• Monitored and maintained compliance with government licensures and navigated contract negotiations with vendors.• Forged strong partnerships with more than 25 facilities while overseeing sales and marketing and serving as a key member of the Global Social Media Team.• Formulated detailed earnings projections, balanced budgets, and successfully maintained a profitable business.

• Functioned as a Servant leader for spearheading new ventures while maintaining the core foundations of the U.S. Air Force and the National Guard.• Oversaw the structural integrity of $1B in government assets and acted as the Unit Career Advisor.

• Orchestrated airmen training for military operations, addressed airmen concerns regarding their physical and mental well-being, and acted as the Unit Mental Health Liaison.• Managed the Air Force corrosion control facility for the OEF and HOR area of responsibility and administered a hazardous material storage system with 120 different chemicals, in compliance with U.S. Airforce and host country regulations.