Manage day-to-day operations of the Foundation including grant administration, monitoring grant performance and compliance and conduct due diligence (site visits, review of budgets and financial information).

I am thrilled to be helping another amazing non-profit agency on the East End of Long Island! The Eleanor Whitmore Early Childhood Centers' mission is to provide excellent early education and socialization in a safe, nurturing environment for children between the ages of 18 months and 5 years. I look forward to providing strategic council and fundraising advice to the ED and board of directors.

I am very excited to be working with the Ellen Hermanson Foundation (EHF) strengthening their fundraising and board development efforts. The EHF was established in 1997 to honor the memory of Ellen Hermanson, an advocate and activist for breast cancer patients and their family. The Foundation focuses on three areas: educational outreach about the importance of early detection and mammography to medically under served communities of women; psychosocial services that address the broad range of issues that patients, survivors and their families face; and research on improving understanding of pain management and methods for treating pain.

The mission of GivingCounts is to help organizations and individuals utilize their philanthropic dollars more effectively. I provided strategic direction, board structure and fundraising guidance to the board and staff of various Orlando-based agencies through retreats, workshops, and one-on-one executive coaching.

Responsible for leading, strategizing, planning and implementing corporate, individual and special-event contributions for $4-million agency; work collaboratively with Executive Director to educate and nurture current donors in order to increase annual giving.

Provided leadership and strategic direction to the Jewish Federation's board, staff and volunteers through a critical transformation in order to achieve a more sustainable future. Responsible for managing the day-to-day operations, analyzing, understanding and communicating financial and organizational health, developing strategies to increase giving opportunities and improving volunteer, staff and stakeholder relations.

Provided strategy, vision, and leadership for one of Greater Orlando’s largest social service agencies, including Development, Finance, Facility, Programs, and Human Resources. Collaborated in raising an annual budget of more than $3.5 million, through private and corporate donors. Managed a staff of 62 employees, servicing approximately 14,000 clients through multiple BETA programs.Position Responsibilities:Provided strategy, vision and leadership to board of directors and staff including Development, Finance, Facility, Programs, and Human Resources. Communicated financial position to board and major funders on a timely basis.Developed and cultivated community partnerships.Manage day-to-day operations including compliance for state-mandated licenses.Media spokesperson on behalf of agency.Cultivated media and government relationships.Collaborated with staff to create and implement numerous innovative programs.Accepted on Behalf of agency Walt Disney World's inaugural "Dianna Morgan Children's Champion Award" in 2002 and again in 2005.

The mission of the Foundation for OCPS is to identify, develop and focus community resources to make a meaningful impact on the success of students and teachers of Orange County Public Schools. My most substantial impact during my time at The Foundation was working with Gary Landwirth bringing 'A Gift for Teaching' to fruition.

ResponsibilitiesOrganized and managed all activities for three metro counties.Recruited and trained advisory board and committee members.Facilitated and implemented fund-raising events and community service projects.Created and administered annual budgets. Implemented a communications plan resulting in an increase in positive publicity.Managed and inspired a fund-raising staff of four and performed all personnel duties.Related Volunteer Leadership

Aerobic Dance Instructor; Step Classes; 2 employees

President, Board of Directors Coordinated major center activities collaborating with executive director and salaried staff.Reviewed and approved both operating and the capital budgets.Presented to major funders and donors to increase sources of revenue and visibility.Led strategic planning for capital expansion, including fundraising and architectural plan review.