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Little Rock, Ar, Us

Little Rock, Ar

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Advised a rapidly growing education technology company on the interconnected nature and nuanced complexity of school systems. Developed professional learning curriculum for school superintendents and school communications professionals.

Little Rock

Vice President, Executive Director (20011 – 2021)Impactful Leadership | Spearheaded strategic planning initiatives and oversaw daily operationsencompassing finance, HR, external affairs, communications, and program execution at City Year.Partnership Development | Initiated and directed pivotal partnerships to bolster program effectiveness and sustainability, fostering collaborative efforts and expanding impact.Financial Growth | Drove organizational expansion and long-term financial sustainability byimplementing revenue diversification strategies, ensuring continued success and community impact.Director of External Affairs (2009 – 2011)Collaborative Partnerships | Cultivated strategic partnerships to advance the organization& mission, enhancing its reach and impact through collaborative efforts.Audience Engagement | Directed local initiatives targeting audience engagement across traditional and social media platforms, bolstering community involvement and visibility.Inclusive Recruitment | Implemented inclusive recruitment practices, fostering diversity and equity in staff and AmeriCorps member selection processes.Event Management and Fundraising | Managed the planning and execution of special events andfundraising projects, driving financial support and community engagement to support organizationalgoals.Start Up Director (2003-2006)Community Engagement Initiatives | Led the organization's local start-up efforts to engage audiences through service-based, people-to-people exchanges.Grant Management and Enhancement | Managed city, state, and federal grants annually to strengthen City Year’s standing in Little Rock’s education community.Impact Model Development | Developed organization’s impact model, including staff professionaldevelopment, evaluation, and management.

Little Rock, Arkansas Area

Created and directed programing for women and girls advancing the Women’s Foundation of Arkansas priorities. Created and implemented recruitment systems to attract, cultivate, and select diverse candidates for women and girl’s leadership programs.

Santa Clara, Ca

Coordinated the organizations recruitment and selection strategy for senior representatives of public and private organizations. Managed program operations including board meetings, forums, and retreats.