Amanda Frankl
Columbus,Ohio
Summary
Experienced non-profit leader with a proven track record of driving program success through strategic use of data analytics, grants management, and cross-departmental collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in securing increased funding and implementing quality improvement processes to optimize program outcomes while ensuring compliance. Skilled in project management, overseeing entire project and grant life cycles to ensure successful execution. Committed to fostering a supportive and accountable environment that empowers team members to thrive in their roles through effective coaching and mentorship.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Director of Grants and Compliance
YMCA of Central Ohio
01.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with multiple departments, including Association Services, Executive Directors, and staff, to align programming, budgeting, and compliance efforts, ensuring seamless integration across functions.
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to policies and procedures, achieve goals and objectives and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Enhanced company growth by spearheading innovative initiatives and aligning them with department goals.
- Provided strategic guidance to operations, compliance, and services teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and long-term program success.
- Supervised and mentored a team of 7 staff members responsible for data analysis, grant management, and reporting.
- Utilized data analytics and tools to write and submit compelling grant applications, securing and managing grants ranging from $12-$17 million for Housing and Shelter programs.
- Successfully prepared, executed, and monitored a variety of grants, including federal, state, local, and foundation funding, ensuring compliance with all regulations and contractual obligations.
- Managed grant budgets, reallocations, contracts, and audits, maintaining strict adherence to compliance and reporting standards.
- Implemented continuous quality improvement (CQI) and total quality management (TQM) strategies to streamline processes, boost program effectiveness, and ensure consistent improvement.
- Ensured CARF accreditation was obtained and maintained for over 9 years, adhering to industry standards and accreditation requirements.
- Facilitated key discussions on program outcomes and KPIs, preparing and distributing bi-annual and annual reports to stakeholders and partner agencies, driving data-informed decision-making.
Grants and Compliance Director
YMCA of Central Ohio
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Provided guidance to operations, data, and services teams, fostering a cohesive and efficient work environment.
- Played a key role in designing programs, processes, and policies for the successful opening of Van Buren Shelter.
- Supervised a team of 6 focused on data and grants, utilizing data to support Housing and Shelter programs and write compelling grant applications.
- Successfully managed federal, state, local, foundation, and city grant applications, budgets, reallocations, contracts, and audits, increasing grant funding to $12 million.
- Implemented continuous quality improvement and total quality management techniques to enhance processes and program effectiveness, including conducting client focus groups for program improvements.
- Developed tools for CARF accreditation, created bi-annual and annual reports, and communicated program success and improvements to stakeholders while ensuring the accuracy of invoicing and recommending process improvements.
- Developed comprehensive compliance programs for maintaining adherence to legal requirements.
Director of Supportive Services
YMCA of Central Ohio
03.2010 - 01.2017
- Reviewed and provided recommendations to program Executive Directors to improve outcomes, supporting the direction of Housing programs.
- Supervised and guided 5 direct reports across property management, supportive services, operations, and HMIS.
- Communicated compliance standards and maintained a high program rating during audits.
- Managed $1.7 million in grant funding and successfully prepared, executed, and monitored federal, state, local, foundation, and city grant applications, budgets, reallocations, contracts, and audits.
- Played a key role in developing and implementing initiatives, including the emergency overflow shelter, the Move Up Initiative, and the transition from Sunshine Terrace to Franklin Station,.
Sponsored Projects Officer
The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital
01.2009 - 03.2010
- Aid Principal Investigators in developing budgets and submitting applications for clinical trials, foundations, state, local and federal grants
- Provided support projecting budgets for upcoming years and revise current year budgets
- Regular meetings with Principal Investigators to discuss progress, reallocations, spending and upcoming reporting
Management Analyst Supervisor
Ohio Department of Health HIV/STD Prevention Program
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Supervise and provide direction to 2 program staff
- Maintain budget, RFPs, and grant required documents in the grants management information system
- Develop agendas and conduct quarterly grant requirement meetings and monthly conference calls
- Provides direction related to quality improvement and assurance for funded agencies
- Execute, maintain, and train end users on the National Monitoring and Evaluation System per CDC requirements
- Implement and create protocols related to data collection and submission, intervention implementation and reporting requirements
- Key focal point for the annual and interim progress reports for CDC PA 07768 and 04012
Education
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
The University of Akron
Akron, OH01.2004
Bachelor’s of Science - Psychology
Muskingum College
New Concord, OH01.2002
Skills
- Project management
- Process improvement
- Resource allocation
- Data driven decision making
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Non-profit management
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality assurance
- Financial management
- Analytical Data Skills
Certification
- Project Manager Trainer YUSA
- Six Sigma White Belt, 2014
- Incident Command System Certification, 2007
- Multi Team Leader YUSA
Activities
- Vice President, Olde Towne East Neighborhood Association, 2017-2019 and 2023-present
- Volunteer Basketball and Soccer Coach, City of Columbus Parks and Recreation, 2023-present
- Community Shelter Board Hero Award for Overflow Team, 2012-2013
- Ohio AIDS Coalition Leadership Conference Presenter: Making the Most of DEBI’s, 2008
- Public Administration and Urban Studies Student Association Vice President, Auction Chair, Banquet Committee Member, 2002-2004
- Ohio Certificate in Divorce Mediation, 2004
Timeline
Senior Director of Grants and Compliance
YMCA of Central Ohio
01.2021 - Current
Grants and Compliance Director
YMCA of Central Ohio
01.2017 - 01.2021
Director of Supportive Services
YMCA of Central Ohio
03.2010 - 01.2017
Sponsored Projects Officer
The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital
01.2009 - 03.2010
Management Analyst Supervisor
Ohio Department of Health HIV/STD Prevention Program
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Project Manager Trainer YUSA
- Six Sigma White Belt, 2014
- Incident Command System Certification, 2007
- Multi Team Leader YUSA
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
The University of Akron
Bachelor’s of Science - Psychology
Muskingum College
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