Terrence Clark Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Support the development and strengthening of the Board including assisting with member recruitment, strategic planning and program evaluationProvide operational oversight and carry out full management responsibilities for the Council staff including personnel, administration, work delegation and performance evaluationsMaintain a public profile in the geographic areas served by the CouncilProvide supervision and direction related to the Council program areas and activitiesIn conjunction with Board Treasurer, prepare annual organizational budget for Board approval;Ensure programs are managed profitability

New York, Us

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Directed the consulting and training lines of business as well as informal technical assistance and publications activities. These lines of business grossed over $1.5 million, the highest amount in the corporation’s history and operated at a profitable level.Planned and executed annual conference of Community Development Financial Institutions, which attracted over 700 participants, the highest level in the corporation’s history. Developed conference topics, speakers and agenda development and oversight of conference venue. Supervised a consulting group that provided management and technical assistance to Community Development Financial Institutions nationwide.Key member of the organization’s management team that developed the strategic and operational coordination of all lines of business

New York’s Diamond District spans one city-block with the highest concentration of jewelry businesses in the United States. Manage a budget in excess of $1.3 million for capital improvements and program services. Managed all aspects of this economic development program that enhances business opportunities and improves the business environment in New York’s Diamond District. Initiated and managed District services and programs including public safety, area beautification, advertising and public relations, capital improvements and security guard training program run in partnership with the New York City Police Department. Prepared annual report and budget, which are presented to BID membership as well as local officials to inform them of the District’s needs and effectiveness of the operation. Successfully negotiated renewal of the initial five-year contract with the New York City Department of Small Business Services and received an excellent rating from this agency.Negotiated with New York City government officials to secure grants to install distinctive capital improvements which enhance the physical aspect and security of the Diamond District. Established innovative Jewelers Bill of Rights—consumer reference guide for purchasing diamonds-- in partnership with New York City Department of Consumer Affairs which ultimately lends legitimacy to diamond dealers and spearheaded a partnership between the 47th Street BID and Zagat Survey to develop a shoppers’ guide for jewelry consumers.