Megan Grimaldi (She/Her/Hers) Email & Phone Number

Washington, DC, US

United States

★ Designed, vetted, and implemented tools for the Ex. Team to manage the implementation of the strategic plan.★ Advised members of the Ex. Team on change management, project management, and governance.Designed and implemented project management tools and processes to drive mission-critical projects.Managed the development of internal strategy-focused.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

RenaissanceLista™ was founded on the belief that organizations thrive when they leverage data-informed, efficient systems, foster an intentional focus on continuous learning, and create an inclusive culture that supports individual and organizational health and wellness.RenaissanceLista™ supports organizations in three crucial areas:Renew your.

★ Managed three separate strategic planning processes across three nonprofit clients, advising executive leaders on effective staff engagement, managing change, and designing effective organizational strategies and goals.★ Guided members of the newly-formed executive team in developing a comprehensive strategic plan, including integrating core diversity.

Arlington, VA

I was promoted to drive the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiative set forth by the Board of Directors. This cultural shift was to be integrated within the framework of the organization and had to be communicated to the 130+ affiliates across the US. In this role, I worked alongside the Chief Operating Officer to establish the comprehensive strategy with.

Arlington, Virginia

I stepped into the role of Principal, Strategic Projects to co-create and lead the organization’s project management office. Combining my prior project management experience with the tools I gained through my PMP certification, I was tasked with developing a project management process and system across the national office. Key Accomplishments as the.

Arlington, VA

I was promoted to the Director of Research role to develop and manage a consistent way to discover the best practices throughout the affiliate network. I helped instill a culture of accountability and evaluation. Key Accomplishments as the Director of Research: ★ Developed research and evaluation processes to accurately monitor, evaluate, and improve CIS.

Arlington, VA

I joined Communities In Schools to bring my past research and project management experience to conduct audits with the organization’s local affiliates and state offices. I evaluated the extent to which local affiliates were meeting quality standards and oversaw Total Quality Systems accreditation reviews. Key Accomplishments as the Associate Director of.

In my role as Research Associate, I managed and coded qualitative data using NVivo while also producing descriptive statistics of quantitative data using Excel and other statistical tools. I also conducted literature reviews to inform the design of evaluations.

Pittsburgh, PA

Analyzed data from parent survey and created graphs of the data for presentation to key stakeholdersCollaborated with Board of Education administrators to develop and implement strategies to mitigate enrollment decline

Coached graduate students in Making Public Policy in the Real World, a class taught by Professor Mark RooseveltStarted and facilitated a history review session to support in-class learningConsulted with professor on student-related issues

As Project Manager, I managed a team of researchers and a database manager to oversee three projects that informed the Executive Director of opportunities for public-private partnerships. I managed our database manager as she created a database of summer programs reaching out to low-income families and assessed the need for a lunch program for at-risk youth.

• Conducted qualitative research on volunteer lawyers for the arts programs in order to revamp in-house VLA program
• Attended weekly staff and departmental meetings, community forums, workshops, and re-granting ceremonies
• Tested the newly developed Online Grant Management System and advised supervisor on functionality
• Researched organizational accomplishments and wrote the annual Year in Review for the monthly Update newsletter
• Assisted with programs, including MetLife forums and Business Volunteers for the Arts training sessions
• Provided technical and functional support for the Director of Programming during re-granting projects

• Designed a flyer for the AEC's Leadership Academy using Microsoft Publisher
• Assisted with the planning of the annual Leadership Academy

• Hired 20 new teachers for the opening of the newest location
• Collaborated with former Coordinator to develop efficient method of attendance, salary payout, and database management
• Designed monthly publication, Studio Notes

Yuma, AZ

• Wrote grant proposal and obtained funding to implement and manage after-school lesson program
• Arranged for fundraising opportunities, including a faculty concert and Rehearsathon
• Created advertisements and advertised throughout the community for concerts and fundraisersSelected as Pueblo’s Special Area Teacher of the Year, 2003-2004

Master Of Arts Management, Master Of Science In Public Policy And Management

Master’s Thesis Team Project, Client: Americans for the Arts Pittsburgh, PA (January 2008 to May 2008) • Wrote project proposal, "Arts in.

Bachelor Of Music Education, Music Education, Spanish

Activities and Societies: Delta Omicron Professional Music Fraternity, Past President • Teaching Certification: MI K-12 Provisional.