Amy Smart
Buckeye Lake,OH
Summary
At Riverside Recovery Services, as Executive Director, I spearheaded strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and community engagement. My leadership fostered strong relationships, drove innovative program development, and ensured fiscal sustainability. Skilled in strategic planning and staff management, I excel in transforming challenges into opportunities, significantly advancing organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Riverside Recovery Services
08.2015 - 10.2024
- Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Forged strong relationships with staff and community organizations, regularly updated organizational progress and solicited their expertise when needed.
- Represented the organization to the local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Strengthened internal communication channels to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and decision-making.
- Built and maintained strong company teams by hiring and training qualified staff to create positive and productive work environments.
- Advocated for policy changes at both local levels to further support the organization's goals and objectives.
- Spearheaded new program initiatives to address unmet community needs and advance the organization's mission.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Negotiated beneficial agreements with service providers, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing expenses.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Knox High School
Howard, OH06-1991
Skills
- Community engagement
- Program management
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Operations management
- Relationship building
- Staff management
- Innovation and creativity
- Compliance and regulations
- Crisis management
- Business administration
- Vendor relations
Accomplishments
2020 Knox County Chamber of Commerce Woman in Business Leadership Award
2022 Knox County Chamber of Commerce Leadership Knox Distinguished Alumni Award
Timeline
Executive Director
Riverside Recovery Services
08.2015 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
East Knox High School
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