Angela Gerlich
Austin,TX
Summary
Driven by a results-focused approach, I spearheaded strategic initiatives at the Texas State Rifle Association Foundation, enhancing operational efficiency and organizational effectiveness. Leveraging strong organizational skills and critical thinking, I successfully built key relationships and implemented cost-control measures, significantly contributing to mission fulfillment and profitability without exceeding budget constraints.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Texas State Rifle Association Foundation
Austin, TX
07.2013 - 10.2024
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Aligned department vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistency.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public.
- Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Developed and implemented organizational strategies to achieve set goals and objectives.
- Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
Strategic Planning & Operations Consultant
Confidential
Texas
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with clients to target issues and uncover methods that would increase operational efficiency.
- Supervised client meetings to disseminate proper information and encourage participants to share ideas.
- Monitored corporate policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Adapted quickly to changing project priorities and job specifications with analytical thinking and task prioritization skills.
- Implemented processes and procedures to improve overall efficiency in operations.
- Conducted research and analysis to develop model-based solutions to complex operational problems.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Board Secretary & Fundraiser & Mentor Volunteer
CCMU Fnd. & Corps of Cadets Marksmanship Unit
Texas
02.2016 - Current
- Maintained board binder containing governing documents, policies and written consents.
- Conducted general board correspondence and kept records of all correspondence.
- Created and maintenance up-to-date board planning calendar to outline matters on board's agenda.
- Maintained full contact list of board members, board member appointment dates, term of appointments and board member biographies.
- Identified individuals in community for volunteer participation or funding support, enlisting Number volunteers and raising $Amount.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
- Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
- Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships, and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
- Planned and implemented fundraising events.
- Developed and executed creative strategies to promote fundraising events.
- Created and implemented fundraising plans to encourage donations and distribute funding.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
Executive Assistant
Multiple Corporations
Austin, Texas
08.1999 - 05.2008
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
Education
General Studies
Community College
San Antonio & Austin TXSkills
- Professional Demeanor
- Strong organizational skills & time management
- Travel Arrangements
- Legal Compliance
- Document Management & Corporate Governance
- Calendar Management
- Office Administration
- Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking & Decision-Making
- Effective Communication
- Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping & Budget Preparation
- Project, Event Planning, logistics and management
Timeline
Strategic Planning & Operations Consultant
Confidential
01.2024 - 07.2024
Board Secretary & Fundraiser & Mentor Volunteer
CCMU Fnd. & Corps of Cadets Marksmanship Unit
02.2016 - Current
Executive Director
Texas State Rifle Association Foundation
07.2013 - 10.2024
Executive Assistant
Multiple Corporations
08.1999 - 05.2008
General Studies
Community College