Cathy Fergerson Email & Phone Number

Pueblo, Colorado Area

• Oversee all aspects of a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, including the administration, fiscal management, program management, strategic planning, public relations, fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. • Responsible for the financials of the organization, including accounts payable and receivables, bank reconciliations, profit and loss (P&L), and budget management. Notable achievements while in the position have included:- Formed and operate a highly successful non-profit 501(c)3, Clasp Life, dedicated to “Helping People Keep Their Passion and Independence” following a tragedy, incident, or accident.

Rochester, Ny

• Worked in collaboration with area managers and supervisors to develop staff-specific training materials and programs, including outlining extended training programs to obtain accredited certification (COA, COT, COMT, CRA, CCRC, CBCS).• Coordinated the hiring and staff role-specific training while providing the oversight that ensured compliance with mandatory URMC training. • Proactively monitored personnel records and facilitated human resources actions as needed. • Developed, maintained, and monitored guidelines for new-hire introduction to the FEI and the URMC.Notable achievements while in the position included:- Implemented and led educational sessions for management team members on how to better identify and interview new hire candidates and candidates for internal transfers.

Webster, Ny

• Successfully negotiated and administered the agency’s benefits to the benefit of the company and its employees and maintained a competitive, equitable compensation program. • Processed disability and workers compensation claims and served as the agency representative for unemployment hearings. • Led in terms of compensation, developing job descriptions as needed and assigning salary grades.• Created detailed employee manuals to minimize related human resources risk to the organization. • Spearheaded the company’s recruiting processes, recruiting high-level talent through interviews and hiring, and led performance management, including disciplinary action including termination and performance appraisals. • Developed and led new employee orientation, maintained accurate, updated employee files, and chaired meetings.