Ariel B. Danley
Niceville
Summary
Seasoned nonprofit leader with over 10 years of experience in youth development and organizational management. Expertise in strategic planning, staff leadership, and program innovation. Focused on building partnerships and fostering inclusive environments that empower youth and teams. Committed to creating impactful experiences that drive long-term change.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Camp Resident Director
Florida 4-H Camp Timpoochee
Niceville
02.2018 - Current
- Led management, logistical support, fiscal oversight, and strategic leadership for 4-H Camp Timpoochee, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Administer professional program guidance and support to IFAS Extension faculty in planning, conducting, and evaluating the 4-H Youth Development Residential Camping Program.
- Work cooperatively with the State 4-H Headquarters to provide leadership for the camping program and budget planning/accounting procedures.
- Hire, train, and supervise program, maintenance, kitchen, and housekeeping staff.
- Coordinated with State 4-H Headquarters and County Faculty to establish educational objectives and support educational initiatives, ensuring alignment with program goals.
- Secured American Camp Association Accreditation by completing necessary evaluations and documentation each year.
- Maintain responsibility for the security and safe environment of the camp facility.
- Maintain records, inventories, reports, and handled paperwork required by State 4-H Headquarters for proper business procedures.
- Developed marketing strategies for camp facility to attract 4-H, university organizations, and external user groups, expanding outreach and engagement.
- Completed maintenance, repairs, cleaning, and grounds work on the facility.
Assistant Resident Director
Florida 4-H Camp Timpoochee
Niceville
05.2015 - 01.2018
- Developed, implemented, and evaluated youth programs and events.
- Developed and implemented marketing plan and web development for Florida 4-H Camping, enhancing visibility for specialty camps and outside user group rentals.
- Marketed camp rental facilities to new outside user groups and specialty camps via camp website, email and social media.
- Booked reservations, outlined contractual details and supervised outside user groups.
- Coordinated facilities maintenance plans and operations with Residential Director to support successful project execution.
- Supervised housekeeping and kitchen staff during projects and events to ensure operational efficiency and quality service.
- Led and supervised camp staff during the summer camping season.
Program Development Specialist, GA.A.
Pre-Colligate Programs Office
Clemson
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Assisted in developing, implementing, and evaluating academic summer camping programs for CU Summer Scholars, enhancing student engagement.
- Promoted CU Summer Scholars programs to increase participation and visibility.
- Sought partnerships with Clemson faculty across educational fields to develop innovative programs.
- Clemson, SC
Camp Kooperator International Staff
Camp Kooperator
Yashkar-Ola
06.2013 - 07.2013
- Acted as ambassador for the United States, fostering long-lasting relationships that enriched cultural exchange.
- Created and assessed English language learning activities and programs, contributing to improved language skills among participants.
- Supported Russian camp staff in facilitating campers' daily activities and programming, enhancing overall camper engagement.
- Promoted cultural awareness through activities in Yashkar-Ola, Russia
Camp Staff
Florida 4-H Camp Cherry Lake
Madison
01.2010 - 05.2013
- Additional details available upon request.
Education
Master of Science - Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management
Clemson University
05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Family and Child Sciences, Concentration in Youth Development; Specializing in 5-12-year-olds
Florida State University
12-2012
Skills
- Event coordination
- Program leadership
- Crisis management
- Customer relationship management
- Staff training
- Budget oversight
- Safety management
- Market development
- Program evaluation
- Strategic collaboration
- Problem solving
- Software proficiency
Affiliations
- American Camp Association
- Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce
- Niceville Young Professionals
- National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals
Certification
- Florida Notary Public, 04/20-Present
- Florida Boater Safety, 11/18-Present
- American Red Cross First Aid, CPR & AED for the Professional Rescuer, 04/22-Present
Honors And Awards
- Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, You Rock Award, 03/26
- Florida Association of Natural Resource Extension Professionals, Communicator Award: Social Media, 09/24
- Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, Young Professional of the Year Award, 02/24
- Florida Association of Natural Resource Extension Professionals, Outstanding 4-H/Youth Program Award, 09/20
- Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, Community Enrichment Award for Camp Timpoochee, 02/19
- Clemson, James “Pop” Hollandsworth Memorial Scholarship, 09/14
- Clemson, Elected Positive Affect Co-Coordinator for the PRTM Department, 08/14
- Florida State, Deans List, 12/09-12/12
- Florida State, Bright Futures Scholarship, 08/09-12/12
- Florida State, Resident Assistant “Avocado of the Year” Award, 04/11
- Florida State, Kellum Hall Government President, 08/09-05/10
Boards And Committees
- Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, Board Member, 01/23, Present
- Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, Education Outreach Chair, 01/26, Present
- Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, Chamber Champion, 10/23, 01/26
- National 4-H Camping Committee, Staffing and Camper Outreach and Retention, 10/25, Present
- Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, Niceville Young Professionals Chair, 01/26, Present
- Buckeye Leadership Workshop Board of Trustees, Committee Member, 01/26, Present
Presentations And Publications
- American Camp Association National Conference, Co-Presenter, Trauma Informed Care: Meeting Youth Where They Are, As They Are, 02/26
- Niceville Young Professionals, Presenter, Leading Like Lasso: Intentionality in the Workplace, 11/25
- National 4-H Trauma Informed Care Training, Co-Presenter, Trauma Informed Care: Meeting Youth Where they Are, As They Are, 01/25
- Niceville Young Professionals, Teambuilding, Building Workplace Connections, 02/24
- Women in Camping Summit, Presenter, Girl, Forgive Yourself! Lessons Learned from a New Director, 12/20
- American Camp Association National Conference, Co-Presenter, Staff Training: A Student Perspective, 02/15
- ACA Camping Magazine, Lead Author, A Place to Share: I Said, “I Think I Am Disposable”, 05/14
- HEHD Research Forum, Clemson, SC, Presenter, Don’t Turn on the Light!: Attitudes and Opinions of Camp Professionals on Sharing Ghost Stories at Camp, 04/14
- International Colloquium, Clemson, SC, Co-Presenter, Entrepreneurial Models of International Camps, 03/14
- American Camp Association Southeastern Fall Camp Conference, Co-Presenter, Lessons Learned: From the Front-line Perspective, 09/14
- American Camp Association National Conference, Co-Presenter, Lessons Learned: From the Front-line Perspective, 02/14
Teaching Experience And Academic Projects
- Florida 4-H Youth Development Camp Staff Training, Developed and Instructed, 05/15-Present, Ages and Stages, How to Write Lesson Plans, Positive Youth Development, Customer Service, Leadership, Power of Songs at Camp, Mental Health and Stress Management, Trauma Informed Care, Behavior Management, Leading Like Lasso
- American Red Cross, First Aid/CPR/AED for Adult and Pediatrics, 05/23-Present
- Buckeye Leadership Workshop, Developed and Instructed, 03/15-03/21, Storytelling, How to Run an Effective Program, Creative Hobbies, Power of Song at Camp
- Clemson University, Guest Lecturer, 09/14-10/14, Human Resources Aspect of Training for Public and Non-Profit Recreation and Park Agencies
- Upstate Forever, Graduate Researcher, 01/14-05/14, Designed survey tool to examine practicality and barriers of existing bike-share program in low socio-economic community
- Clemson University, Guest Lecturer, 03/14-04/14, Camp Management
Clifton Strength Finder Top Strengths
- Empathy
- Input
- Restorative
- Developer
- Belief
Meyers Briggs Personality Type
INFJ
Timeline
Camp Resident Director
Florida 4-H Camp Timpoochee
02.2018 - Current
Assistant Resident Director
Florida 4-H Camp Timpoochee
05.2015 - 01.2018
Program Development Specialist, GA.A.
Pre-Colligate Programs Office
05.2014 - 05.2015
Camp Kooperator International Staff
Camp Kooperator
06.2013 - 07.2013
Camp Staff
Florida 4-H Camp Cherry Lake
01.2010 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management
Clemson University
Bachelor of Science - Family and Child Sciences, Concentration in Youth Development; Specializing in 5-12-year-olds
Florida State University