Angela K. Dorn
Sag Harbor,NY
Summary
Harvard trained lawyer and business executive with progressive industry background, and drive to build a more equitable society. Has problem solving, strategic management experience, and complex organization experience. Change management and forward thinking mindset.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Writer and Consultant
Self Employed Services
01.2024 - Current
- Work with clients to provide solutions to people related issues and concerns.
- Have managed cross-functional teams on strategic plans, DEI plans, and for company-wide organizational goals. Have fostered collaboration between players and achieved successful outcomes in complex organizations and environments.
- Have coached staff, management and boards to help them achieve both organizational and personal goals.
Senior Advisor/
Teach For All
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Worked with and oversaw leader of international organization's finance, technology and people teams
- Mentored People professionals. Advised on employee relations matters, implementation of salary review policies. Fostered professional development
- Reviewed organizational and board policies, committee charters
- Led legal work. Reviewed contracts, policies, site diligence and site implementation process
- Bylaws review
COO & GENERAL COUNSEL
YOUTH INC
08.2018 - 10.2022
- Oversaw Human Resources, Finance and Technology at Youth INC, a youth service focused nonprofit funder and technical assistance provider serving 200,000 NYC children each year and 80 nonprofit partners
- Tracked organizational goals and achievements, through SMART goal management
- Oversee requirements, gaps analysis, staff training, professional development and promotion.
- Championed board diversity at Youth INC, in partnership with Executive Director, through advice and counsel to board Executive Committee. Worked with board member on a diversity initiative
- Participated in panel discussions on leadership and diversity in the sector
- Conducted a corporate governance review, resulting in amended bylaws and committee charters for all standing committees..
- Achieved successful outcomes in legal matters by employing strong business acumen and thoughtful oversight of outside counsel
- Boosted operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures
- Developed high-performing teams through effective hiring, training, and performance management strategies
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments to optimize workflow and enhance communication channels
- Managed budgets and financial forecasting to ensure fiscal responsibility and maintain profit margins.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits
- Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting mission and goals.
- Identified and mitigated operational risks; reported on same to Executive Team and board.
- Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize revenue. Renegotiated significant contracts.
- Obtained sources of funding during the pandemic, including PPP loans.
- Participated in staff and board DEI committee
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
ACHIEVING THE DREAM, INC.
08.2017 - 08.2018
- COO for Achieving the Dream ("AtD"), a national not for profit that is dedicated to increasing graduation and academic persistence rates of students at nation's community colleges
- Reported to President and CEO. Member of Presidential Leadership Team. Managed staff of 10
- Oversight over risk management matters, technology, finance, and human resources
- Frequently presented to board of directors
- Executive leader of AtD's Culture and Equity committee. Drove organization's diversity initiatives, including DEI workshops with Race Forward
CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER, COO & FOUNDING MEMBER
SINGLE STOP USA, INC
02.2007 - 12.2017
- During my employment, Single Stop used people and technology to help over 1,000,000 households and community college students receive over 3 billion dollars in government benefits and free services
- Founding Member of Executive Team; reported to CEO and board chair
- Advised executives and board on strategy, complex legal and management issues, and corporate governance matters
- Advised Single Stop and its board on compliance, risk management and conflicts issues, as well as on proposed combinations and acquisitions, real estate and complex employment matters
- Drove due diligence processes in acquisition, ownership and use of proprietary software. Handled complex data privacy issues and risk associated with same
- Crafted organization's contract and grants management systems. Created standardized grant agreements
- Oversaw review and management of 200 grants and organizational contracts per year
- Managed $28 million organization's finance, people and technology teams
- Established People/HR Department. Oversaw growth from 3 to 70-person team with offices in multiple states. Implemented HR policies, core values and key employee trends for success
- Used SMART goals to track progress on organizational and individual goals
- Streamlined legal processes by implementing efficient contract management systems.
- Enhanced corporate governance by developing comprehensive compliance policies and procedures.
- Led successful negotiations with key stakeholders, resulting in favorable contractual terms.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
Education
JURIS DOCTORATE -
Harvard Law School
Cambridge, MA06.1990
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Economics
Harvard College
Cambridge, MA06.1987
Accomplishments
- Admitted to the New York and Illinois state bars
- Member of the ABA
- Member of the National Board of Directors for Public Allies, a Community National Service organization (2015 - present)
- Member of the NAACP Foundation (2009-present)
- Harvard University, Member of Class Gift Committee
- Board Member, Harvard Club of New York City
- Board Member, Community Service Society of New York City
- Founding member of the "Just the Beginning" Foundation, a not for profit that celebrates the integration of the federal judiciary
- Co-founder of BlackHer, LLC, a website which promotes the political and financial empowerment of African American women. Frequent blogger on issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion across the business and social sectors
- Thought leader and frequent panelist on issues of Diversity, Equity,and Inclusion in the corporate and nonprofit sectors
- Blogged for Fortune Insider, Forbes and The Huffington Post
- Media commentator on local and network news stations like ABC, PIX 11 and Fox
Timeline
Writer and Consultant
Self Employed Services
01.2024 - Current
Senior Advisor/
Teach For All
12.2022 - 12.2023
COO & GENERAL COUNSEL
YOUTH INC
08.2018 - 10.2022
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
ACHIEVING THE DREAM, INC.
08.2017 - 08.2018
CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER, COO & FOUNDING MEMBER
SINGLE STOP USA, INC
02.2007 - 12.2017
JURIS DOCTORATE -
Harvard Law School
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Economics
Harvard College