Alexas E. Strawder
Summary
Innovative community health leader dedicated to advancing health equity through extensive partnership development and collaboration. Orchestrated over 200 community partnerships, significantly improving access to vital resources and fostering enhanced health outcomes for marginalized populations. Early Learning child and Family Liaison and Administrative Educator.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource Center Manager
One Community Resource Center
01.2024 - Current
- Coordinated referrals and support services, enhancing access for individuals and families.
- Built and maintained more than 200 community partnerships.
- Connected participants with healthcare, housing, food, transportation, employment, and wellness resources.
- Maintained documentation, reports, and outcome tracking to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
Asst Director
Lil Scholars Learning Academy
Gainesville, Florida
08.2022 - Current
- Coordinated daily operations and activities at the learning academy.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups at a learning academy.
- Coordinated staff training sessions to enhance teaching methodologies and classroom management.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure a safe and nurturing educational environment.
Startup Founder
The Stork's Nursery Unit
Gainesville, FL
07.2019 - Current
- Developed business plan to launch startup venture.
- Developed strategies for marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness.
- Created a website and social media presence to promote the startup.
- Established relationships with key stakeholders such as customers, partners, investors.
- Drove revenue by cultivating successful client relations.
- Managed daily operations of the company including staff recruitment and training.
- Built a team of professionals with diverse skill sets.
- Conducted market research and identified target customer segments.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency and increasing profitability.
- Collaborated with external consultants to develop innovative solutions for strategic challenges.
- Fostered a positive company culture that encourages teamwork, innovation, and excellence.
- Organized events to engage prospective customers and build relationships within the community.
- Coordinated schedules and activities to optimize resource allocation and staff engagement.
- Facilitated communication between parents, staff, and community partners for effective collaboration.
- Mentored new team members, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff on early childhood education practices.
Founder & Executive Director
Life Community Center
01.2018 - Current
- Founded and lead nonprofit initiatives focused on family wellness, health education, outreach, advocacy, and resource support.
- Developed programs addressing maternal health, family support, homelessness prevention, youth development, and community wellness.
- Secured funding to expand community programs and services.
- Represented nonprofit during community engagements, providing information about programs and services.
- Build positive relationships with supporters, community members, and team members.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve project goals..
- Built partnerships with healthcare providers, schools, churches, and community organizations.
- Facilitated workshops and events to support community engagement and resource sharing.
Compliance Service Associate
Aesthetic Religion
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Improved client service delivery by implementing quality assurance processes.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and selection at Aesthetic Religion.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of retail space to enhance shopping experience.
Administrative Assistant
Safety of Wealth Financial Services
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Managed confidential records and streamlined reporting and communications for administrative operations.
- Managed office communications and correspondence for financial services team.
- Organized client records and ensured data accuracy in internal systems.
- Coordinated meeting schedules and prepared materials for presentations.
Education
Certified Community Health Worker -
University of Florida Innovation Professional
Gainesville, Fl05-2022
Early Childhood Education Administration Director Credential - Director Licensing
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL01-2013
Skills
- Social Determinants of Health (SDoH)
- Community Health
- Care Coordination
- Resource Navigation
- Community Outreach
- Family Advocacy
- Maternal & Child Health
- Housing Stability
- Homelessness Prevention
- Health Education
- Case Management Support
- Intake Assessments
- Community Partnerships
- Public Speaking
- Workshop Facilitation
- Volunteer Coordination
- Program Development
- Data Collection & Documentation
- Health Equity
- Cultural Competency
- Medicaid & Community Resources
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Zoom
- Resource allocation
- Program development
- Documentation management
- Client engagement
- Team collaboration
- Event coordination
- Relationship building
- Operations management
- Facility maintenance
- Staff hiring
- Resource coordination
- Active listening
- Self-motivation
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Budgeting and cost control
Additional Relevant Experience
- More than 30 years supporting children, families, caregivers, and community members.
- Assisted mothers and families with prenatal, postpartum, infant, and family wellness support.
- Conducted health education, wellness coaching, and resource navigation.
- Connected families to housing, food assistance, transportation, childcare, healthcare, educational, and employment resources.
- Supported individuals experiencing housing instability and barriers to care.
- Developed community outreach campaigns, workshops, and educational initiatives.
- Mentored youth and young adults through leadership and personal development programs.
- Coordinated volunteers, community partnerships, and stakeholder engagement efforts.
- Facilitated community discussions, support groups, and public presentations.
- Advocated for health equity and improved access to services for underserved populations.
Professional Highlights
- 30+ years serving children, families, and communities.
- Built and maintained 200+ community partnerships.
- Founder and Executive Director of Life Community Center.
- Extensive experience in SDoH, outreach, advocacy, and resource coordination.
- Experienced public speaker, trainer, mentor, and workshop facilitator.
- Strong background in maternal and child health, family wellness, and community engagement.
Timeline
Resource Center Manager
One Community Resource Center
01.2024 - Current
Asst Director
Lil Scholars Learning Academy
08.2022 - Current
Startup Founder
The Stork's Nursery Unit
07.2019 - Current
Founder & Executive Director
Life Community Center
01.2018 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Safety of Wealth Financial Services
01.2018 - 01.2021
Compliance Service Associate
Aesthetic Religion
01.2017 - 01.2022
Certified Community Health Worker -
University of Florida Innovation Professional
Early Childhood Education Administration Director Credential - Director Licensing
Hillsborough Community College