A strategic, experienced leader and program director skilled at building programs and initiatives for social change. A thoughtful leader who takes on complex challenges and creates workable solutions that result in successful outcomes. Strong record of implementing projects, engaging stakeholders, establishing policies/processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Effective in building relationships with key decision-makers including local, state, and national government officials; community leaders; academic institutions, trade associations, business owners, and philanthropists across all organizational levels - in the private sector, state government, nonprofits and academia.