April Tiller
Aiken,SC
Summary
Talented Executive Director experienced in developing and managing staff, budgets and programs to achieve results. Offering more than 12 years of experience at executive level. Applies skills in ministry, leadership, mentoring and training to motivate organization's members in meeting organizational mission and program goals. Successfully raises public awareness about community-based programs and services. Motivated professional that adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director
The Salvation Army of Aiken
Aiken , SC
06.2014 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and development.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
- Managed the organization's financial resources and operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Provided oversight of all departments to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote the organization's mission throughout the community.
- Evaluated existing programs for improvement opportunities while identifying new program ideas based on market analysis.
- Secured funding from public and private sources through grant writing activities or other fundraising efforts. Duties include researching deadlines, drafting grant requests and submitting reports for approval.
- Ensured legal compliance by staying abreast of relevant laws, regulations, standards, guidelines.
- Coordinated special events such as conferences or workshops designed to raise awareness about the organization's mission.
- Maintained positive relationships with media outlets to increase visibility of organizational activities.
- Reviewed monthly financial statements for accuracy before presenting them for approval by the board of directors.
- Assisted in developing budgets for each departmental unit within the organization.
- Oversaw day-to-day administrative tasks related to personnel files or payroll processing.
- Performed risk assessments across multiple areas of operations in order to identify potential issues before they arise.
- Set organization direction and developed strategies and tactics to fulfill mission.
- Established strategic direction and goals to accomplish objectives.
- Maintained accountability for operational and fiscal integrity, effectively managing designated budget.
- Promoted public awareness of mission through outreach, advocacy and online presence.
- Informed board and committee about trends, issues and activities to facilitate policy-making.
- Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Studies
The Salvation Army Evangeline Booth College For Of
Atlanta, GA06-2016
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA04-2014
Skills
- Grant Writing
- Business Development
- Program Management
- Stakeholder Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Compliance and regulations
- Quality Control
- Fundraising
- Contract Management
- Community Engagement
- Report compilation
- Data Interpretation
- Crisis Management
- Performance feedback
- Project Management
- Budgeting and financial management
Affiliations
- Associate Member with the Marine Corp League Detachment 939 as the Media and Fundraising Chair
- Active seat on the Aiken County Homeless Coalition Board Grant and Funding Researcher
- Active member in the Aiken County Suicide Prevention Coalition
Accomplishments
- Associate Member of the Year 2022 in the Marine Corps League
- Toys for Tots Volunteer of the year 2020,2022,2023
- Recognized by the state of South Carolina for disaster service 2020
Certification
- Certificate and Training in Mental Health First Aide
- Certificate and Training in CRP
- Completed the complete Homeless Training Academy
Timeline
Executive Director
The Salvation Army of Aiken
06.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry
Trevecca Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Studies
The Salvation Army Evangeline Booth College For Of
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University