Candy Cole Email & Phone Number

Orlando, Florida, United States

To serve the Lake Nona Region by promoting commerce and providing resources for the benefit of our members and the community.Responsibilities Include:Work directly with the Chair of the Board, Executive Committee, and Board of Directors by maintaining and promoting the vision and mission of the Chamber to achieve the goals and objectives of the Strategic Plan.Ensure effective and efficient Board committee structure and operation, communicating regularly with the Board of Directors and committee leaders.Facilitate the planning and materials for all Chamber of Commerce meetings.Serve as the “face” of the Chamber, actively participating in community-related events, and networking with the general public and potential members.Anticipate the political, social, and economic issues that may affect the Lake Nona business community while recommending appropriate action, as may be necessary to government agencies, the Chamber Board, strategic partners, and the public.Implement the new Board-approved Strategic Plan related to the Chamber's operating budget and fundraising activities.Work with the Membership Personnel in the collection of member dues, event sponsorships, and publication advertising.Maintain fiscal responsibility for the short-term and annual budget, and report to the Board monthly.Provide leadership in developing organizational and financial plans with the Board and staff, and manage plans and policies as authorized by the Board.Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the Lake Nona business community, and not-for-profit organizations along with economic and political changes that affect the business community.Oversee, update, and make recommendations to current programs of the Chamber and work with staff to develop new programs to achieve objectives of the Chamber’s new Strategic Plan.Identify and cultivate partner organizations locally, regionally, and nationally for mutual program benefit.

Orlando, Florida, United States

The Orlando Regional Realtor®​ Foundation is the charitable arm of the Orlando Regional Realtor® Association. The Foundation's mission is to improve the overall quality of life and make homeownership a possibility through the development of affordable homes, education, and community engagement.Responsibilities include:Strategic planningCreate programs that increase awareness within the communityManage affordable housing projectsManage and monitor effectiveness of programsAdvocate for affordable housing & smart growth Build and maintain relationships with community partnersCreate and manage volunteer opportunities for REALTORS®Increase donor base and manage donor relationshipsOversee marketing, communications, and social media strategyMonitor donor-advised contributionsGrant writing and reporting

Orlando, Fl

Board President 2013-2019Board Treasurer 2019-PresentAnalyze effectiveness of programsCash flow, accounting, and financial managementAll regulatory issues including maintaining exempt statusAll legal and tax filingsGrant writing, accounting, and reportingMonitor donor-advised contributionsBuilt the first Board of Directors and created by-laws, articles of incorporation, and 501(c)(3) filings

Orlando, Florida

Present financial performance analysis by product line, working capital, identify and explain variances for budget vs. forecast vs. actual Analyze performance metrics for operations to ensure compliance with performance improvement measures and identify opportunities for improvementMake recommendations for forecasts and review industry and company trendsBudget review and analysis for business units worldwideAudit accrued expenses and warranty reservesReview year-end supplementary financial reports and analytics Liaison with regional leadership to provide accounting support for China, Singapore, Mexico, and UK locations to ensure compliance with financial standards and US GAAPProjects include implementation of new SQL based ERP reporting system, establish ERP procedures and reporting processes with China accounting team for new plant, conduct transfer pricing studyFinancial reporting and consolidation for business units in 5 countriesDeveloped process improvement plan to provide faster, more accurate reporting resulting in a significant reduction in the length of closing cycleCollaborate with consultants to implement lean manufacturing and operations practicesDevelop cost allocations methodologyReview sales contracts to ensure terms and conditions were compliant with company standards and policiesAnalyze inbound orders and backlog worldwide

Executive Mba, Business

Bachelor'S Degree, Accounting

Master Of Business Administration (Mba)