Lenise M. Mcwhorter, Aphr Email & Phone Number

Michigan, United States

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Staff Performance: Orchestrated the assessment and implementation of a restructured organization-wide performance management framework and process. Cross-organizational Alignment: Collaborate with senior leadership on the design and adoption of organizational goals that underscore the foundation’s work. Funding Management: Work in partnership with the President and CEO in the distribution of a $1M President’s Discretionary fund in support of Detroit youth. Organizational Connectivity and Engagement: Facilitate cross-organizational monthly staff meetings and bi-annual retreats that serve to communicate and support key Foundation initiatives and help to shape and strengthen the overall culture.

Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States

Project management and oversight of a $4M investment of an Advanced Manufacturing Career Academy dedicated to developing the workforce of tomorrow.Orchestrated a US community relations strategy and budget to support diverse initiatives in key plant communities (Detroit, SE Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and Illinois). Fostered and maintained strategic partnerships with government agencies, educational institutions, and community organizations. ● Vice President - FCA Foundation Executed a $1.5M foundation portfolio focused on local and national initiatives, managing fiscal compliance and adherence to federal regulations.

Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States

Managed and distributed over $3M in corporate community giving. Spearheaded and expanded FCA’s company-wide Motor Citizens employee volunteerism program in the US, creating community impact through the orchestration of 150,000 hours of volunteer service on various projects. Liaised with colleagues in North America, South America, and China on program coordination and best practices. ● Assistant Vice President/Secretary - FCA FoundationAllocated $800K in foundation funding to 41 local non-profit organizations with a focus on K-12 educational initiatives, workforce development and community service engagement.

Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States

Designed emergency preparedness content, conducted training classes and executed evacuation exercises at five FCA facilities including the Chrysler Technology Center - Auburn Hills complex.

Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States

Delivered strategic leadership and subject matter expertise on the day-to-day operations of the museum as a meeting, training, and event center. Identified revenue generating opportunities, executing client and vendor contractual agreements.

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Testament to leadership and change agent capabilities, promoted in 2012 to lead two distinct operations. Crafted and instituted work protocols for bargaining unit personnel and established best-in-class customer experience standards, operating procedures, and frontline training programs.

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Influenced a diverse team with a direct impact on the customer experience. Defined and executed experience strategies that fostered a customer-centric culture resulting in customer experience scores increasing steadily four years in a row.

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Demonstrated success in negotiating and securing five- and six-figure corporate sponsorship and capital campaign contributions. Cultivated a portfolio of 300 corporate clients to meet various program and exhibition funding goals. Developed short- and long-term strategic goals, implementing new business and donor retention strategies.

Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States

Directed an events team charged with executing all aspects of key high-profile academic, public, outreach, and institutional events for the President of the University. Trusted strategic advisor to senior leaders in developing fundraising strategies and creating opportunities that reinforced the relationship-building initiatives of the University President, Vice President of University Relations, and the Major Gift Officers at each college. Spearheaded the management and cross-functional collaboration and execution of campus-wide donor projects and events.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Organizational Leadership, 4.0

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Business Administration, Management And Operations

Activities and Societies: National Honor SocietySumma cum laude