Barbara Dunnam
BUDA,TX
Summary
Accomplished Executive Director recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operations with superior organizational and communication skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Camp Fire Central Texas
2015.01 - 2024.04
- Spearheaded an equity-focused transformation, aligning employee assets, budget, and programs with the needs of marginalized youth
- Achieved a threefold increase in the annual budget, demonstrating sound financial management principles
- Established and maintained strategic community relationships, securing funding and facilities for collaborative programming
- Collaborated with the board to implement policies and directives in alignment with organizational goals
- Developed employee training, processes, and evaluation methods to increase employee engagement, decreasing employee attrition by over 120%
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
Founder/Executive Director
Eureka Kids
2002.01 - 2015.01
- Secured over $1.5 million in funding for programming in underserved rural community
- Forged strategic partnerships with national and local organizations, promoting youth development
- Provided technical assistance to local organizations in fundraising and board development
- Provided family support, basic needs, financial literacy and help with navigation of federal programs targeting rural communities including USDA Rural Development Loans, Medicaid Access, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
- Built positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
- Oversaw financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring for improved financial stability.
- Ensured compliance with regulations while maintaining ethical business practices.
Executive Director
Boys & Girls Clubs, Rio Grande Valley
1994.01 - 2000.01
- Developed and managed annual programs serving 4500+ youth, demonstrating program management expertise
- Turned a loss-making club into profitability within six months through strategic financial planning
- Collaborated with government officials to establish the first Kids Cafe in the region.
Education
Master of Arts - Nonprofit Administration
North Park University
Chicago, IL05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Arkansas
Little Rock, AR05.2014
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University of Arkansas Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR05.2013
Skills
- Communication
- Human Resources
- Operational planning
- Community Advocate
- Budgeting and financial management
- Government relations
- Program Management
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Community Engagement
Timeline
Executive Director
Camp Fire Central Texas
2015.01 - 2024.04
Founder/Executive Director
Eureka Kids
2002.01 - 2015.01
Executive Director
Boys & Girls Clubs, Rio Grande Valley
1994.01 - 2000.01
Master of Arts - Nonprofit Administration
North Park University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Arkansas
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University of Arkansas Fort Smith
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