As the Associate Director of Neighborhood Strategy at NHS Chicago, I lead the charge in developing and executing data-informed strategies to enhance community engagement and foster sustainable development. Key achievements include:Grant and Fund Development: Develops and implements comprehensive long-range and short-term grant and fund development plans, resulting in over $1.5 million in grants secured demonstrating adept revenue-driving capabilities while fostering strategic partnerships crucial for organizational growth.Operational Efficiency: Articulates capacity, sourcing, and technology opportunities to senior management, decreasing departmental overhead while increasing operational efficiency. Supports organizational goals, objectives, and priorities through strategic resource allocation.Program Evaluation: Advances standard operating procedures (SOPs) and metrics for program evaluation, aligning success metrics critical for implementation and ensuring the effectiveness of neighborhood programs.Partnership Development: Collaborates with stakeholders and partners to cultivate relationships and fill the pipeline of donors, partners, governmental funding sources, volunteers, and vendors, enhancing client satisfaction and program sustainability.External Representation: Represent NHS Chicago and its strategic initiatives externally through speaking engagements, media opportunities, and presentations with key stakeholders. Frequently serves as NHS Chicago's point person for ongoing civic commitments and funder collaboratives aligned with the organization's mission.Policy Analysis: Analyzes policies under discussion to assess their impact on affordable homeownership creation and preservation, informing organizational advocacy efforts and strategic decision-making.