Dynamic servant leader with over 20 years of experience driving projects through their full life cycles in university, for-profit, and nonprofit settings. As I pursue my PMP certification (early 2025), I am dedicated to enhancing my project management capabilities to support organizations in achieving strategic goals.I am passionate about fostering inclusive and collaborative workplaces, prioritizing engagement, belonging, and well-being. My leadership style emphasizes compassion and a solution-focused approach, enabling teams to thrive and continuously improve.Throughout my career, I have successfully managed end-to-end marketing initiatives, led cross-functional teams to optimize operational efficiency, and developed innovative strategies that drive client engagement and ROI in diverse environments. From managing crisis communications during significant organizational transitions to implementing proactive risk management strategies that ensure seamless project delivery, I am committed to facilitating positive change and nurturing authentic connections.In my current role as a Life Coach and Grief Recovery Specialist, I apply my project management skills to create customized coaching plans, helping clients navigate life changes while fostering their personal growth and resilience. My extensive background in communications, stakeholder engagement, and team development positions me to effectively lead projects that make a meaningful impact across all sectors.I am eager to connect with like-minded professionals and explore opportunities to contribute my project management expertise in organizations that prioritize equity and inclusive practices.
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Life CoachSelf-Employed Nov 2023 - PresentStow, Ohio, United States
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OwnerByles And Associates Oct 2014 - Apr 2022Organizational Consulting, Marketing & Ad Sales, Branding Campaigns, Strategic Communications, & Executive Coaching -
AdministratorByles And Associates Mar 2004 - Oct 2014Washington D.C. Metro AreaManaged staff; Strategized with Account Executive regarding quarterly goals; Interviewed all candidates for open ad sales rep positions; coordinated branding and visual identify campaign; wrote all external communications; drafted proposals for new business and responses to RFPs; managed and coordinated HR tasks for small business with outside vendors; managed Salesforce CRM.
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Advertising Sales DirectorAssociation Of Water Technologies Dec 2009 - Nov 2020Washington, District Of Columbia, United StatesIncreased sales year-over-year by double digit growth. Expanded print sales from 4X/year to 9X/year. Project management included Membership Directory and Buyer's Guides (which became largest sales revenue stream for Association. -
Director Of CommunicationsAssociation For Conflict Resolution Dec 2000 - Nov 2002Washington, District Of Columbia, United StatesLed the $500,000 strategic communications project, successfully managing the integration of three conflict resolution nonprofit organizations into one unified membership group. Project managed the visual identity branding campaign, coordinating stakeholders and vendors to deliver a cohesive brand identity, reducing redundancies and aligning all communications under the new brand. Drafted and executed crisis communication strategies post-9/11, reinforcing organizational unity and trust during a pivotal transition leading to our first Convention on Oct 2, 2001.Directed a team of five through the merger process, fostering collaboration, resolving conflicts, and mitigating risks to ensure timely project completion. -
Executive DirectorConflict Resolution Education Network (Crenet) Apr 1999 - Dec 2000Washington DcExecutive Director, Conflict Resolution Education Network (CREnet)May 1999 – Dec 2000 | Washington, D.C.Represented and served needs of K-12 school-based Conflict Resolution Education programs across the United States. Led CREnet’s transition and merger with the Association for Conflict Resolution, serving as the figurehead, Ex-officio board member, and Change Management Consultant.Project managed CREnet's final Annual Conference within a compressed 60-day timeline, ensuring a successful conclusion to the organization’s key event, just weeks after Columbine tragic school shooting.Navigated the complexities of organizational closure, addressing risk, uncertainty, conflicts, and ethical challenges through transparent communication and a solution-focused approach.Identified additional risks, and reduced payroll and benefits administration costs by 50% through strategic negotiation, while maintaining - and enhancing - service delivery.
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Project DirectorAmerican University Oct 1994 - May 1999Washington D.C. Metro AreaDirected conflict resolution education internship program (Project PEN) and served as figurehead; Wrote Curricula and facilitated 3-day team building and conflict resolution workshops; Coached Student Interns; Supervised office staff; Collaborated with classroom teachers and school principals and built lasting relationships with key stakeholders; Recruited, trained and supervised Master's level student interns and placed in Washington DC 9-12 public schools classrooms to facilitate conflict resolution (CR) education activities and lessons and help teachers work to integrate CR education into their classroom and school-wide curriculum. Brought thought leaders and motivational speakers to campus and built a movement for peaceable schools and social change. Over five years, worked with over 60 interns, seven schools, and hundreds of k-12 students. Wrote grants and raised funds to cover entire budget. Garnered feature stories on news, and twice won the Capitol Area Peacemaker Awards.
Heather Prichard Education Details
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Advanced Coursework In Organizational Development, Organizational Change
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International Peace & Conflict Resolution
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Minors: Conflict Resolution, International Relations, Peace Studies -
Associate Of Arts (A.A.)
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Heather Prichard attended American University, American University, Humboldt State University, Marymount California University.
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