Experienced Director of Community Relations and Engagement with a demonstrated history of working with non-profit organizations and for profit corporations in the community. Responsible for leading corporate giving programs, community and volunteer outreach, educational conferences, symposiums, events and other key community and business initiatives that align with an organizations mission, vision and values. With well over 30 years of work in the philanthropic and non-profit sector, I’ve had the opportunity to work across the United States for numerous mission driven organizations. I returned to Worcester, where I was rooted in long-standing personal and professional relationships, to dedicate my career to understanding the region’s strengths and challenges in hopes of creating a more sustainable impact and meaningful difference for the most underserved members of our community. My professional/personal attributes and strengths: Advocacy, Communication, Compassion, Courage, Cultural Competency, Determination, Empathetic, Ethical, Effective Leadership, Mission Driven, Organization and Planning, Perseverance, Persistence, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Team Building and Cultural Training.