Betsy Miles
Saint Albans,West Virginia
Summary
Proven record of success in leading and growing an organization. Strong background in business development, strategic planning, and financial management. Skilled in identifying opportunities and developing partnerships with a commitment to staying informed about latest trends, technologies and best practices.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
West Virginia Press Association
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Director / CFO
West Virginia Press Association
06.2018 - Current
- Public relations: build and maintain client and media relationships to increase visibility and drive successful relationships with measurable outcomes for all involved parties – both monetarily and in the public eye.
- Build relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Generate fundraising activities to support existing programs and implement new programs.
- Develop new programs that seek community involvement and allow the Association to engage with the public so as to promote the Association’s initiatives.
- Establish and maintain corporate partnerships and sponsorships through networking efforts.
- Responsible for the development and management of the Press Association’s budget, internal controls, and stewardship initiatives.
- Oversight of organizational accounting, including preparation of quarterly taxes, annual financial statements, and organization and maintenance of financial reports.
- Report to and work closely with the Board of Directors to seek their involvement in fundraising efforts, policy decisions as well as provide regular updates on the operations and financial condition.
- Lobbyist for the Press Association, working across party lines advocating for the newspaper industry.
- Digital and print marketing: liaison between clients of various affiliations – NGOs, government agencies, for-profit companies and non-profit organizations – assisting in developing and implementing effective marketing strategies.
- Event management: skilled in planning and executing successful events including press conferences, round table discussions, community outreach programs, and fundraising events.
- Manage vendor contracts, insurance, legal agreements, and membership coordination.
- Maintain social presence online and in-person to raise visibility of the Association.
- Participate in and moderate panel discussions with business leaders, legislators, educational institution representatives, and others.
Public Accountant
Smith, Cochran & Hicks, PLLC
01.2010 - 06.2018
- Prepare individual and business tax returns.
- Advise clients on tax, accounting, and business matters.
- Represent taxpayers in resolving matters with the IRS and State Tax Departments.
- Manage multiple grant drawdowns for non-profit clients.
- Perform research on regulations and best practices.
- Forecast revenues, prepare, and operate within budgets.
- Preparation of appropriation requests, budget narratives, and expenditure schedules.
- Conduct research on issues of fiscal importance; issue fiscal notes.
- Recommend and implement internal control measures as needed per client request.
- Organize records for financial, compliance, and performance audits.
- Preparation and analysis of financial data for a variety of clients of various sizes and complexity.
- Oversight of all aspects of accounting operations for multiple clients, to include, but not limited to invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fund appropriation, budget recommendation, and tax preparation.
- Preparation of interim and year-end financial statements.
- Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll and sales taxes.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and improvement.
- Work closely with independent auditors during annual audit for clients.
Consultant (temporary position)
West Virginia Department of Commerce – EXCEL
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Provide consulting services to the West Virginia Department of Commerce prior to, during, and following the legislative session on key areas of interest for the State of West Virginia pertinent to economic development.
- Engage with industry executives and state legislators to discuss economic issues hindering West Virginia and develop solutions for generating revenue for the State.
- Gather, analyze, interpret, and convey insightful data to interested parties to enable data-driven decision-making.
- Collaborate with state agencies and private sector industries to develop strategic initiatives for economic competitiveness.
- Present solutions to economic issues and assist with the preparation and language of bills to be introduced during the future legislative session.
Outreach Coordinator
Mountaineer Energy Forum (outreach group for American Petroleum Institute)
05.2012 - 12.2016
- Grass roots campaigning in West Virginia for the oil and gas industry.
- Coordinate outreach initiatives to aid in educating the public on oil and gas operational levels – upstream, midstream, and downstream.
- Initiated and coordinated visits by influential persons and community groups for marketing exposure.
- Work closely with the organization Vets4Energy to assist veterans in finding training and employment in oil and gas operations upon leaving the military.
- Obtain and provide intel to API on the happenings in and around West Virginia as they relate to oil and gas extraction, movement, and production.
- Participate in STEM camps for children of all ages to promote and provide better understanding of the opportunities within the industry.
- Develop projects, games, and activities for children to help them better understand the oil and gas industry.
Lead Examiner
SCH Consulting, LLC (formerly Smith-Little, LLC)
01.2010 - 05.2012
- Perform market conduct and financial examinations of self-insured organizations for the State of West Virginia.
- Examine and audit self-insured organizations to ascertain insurance regulatory compliance.
- Ensure compliance with standards set forth by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) through evaluation of organization management, claim handling, and compensation issues.
- Determine and report on appropriation of funds for workers’ compensation claims filed within self-insured organizations.
- Analyze and make recommendations regarding workers’ compensation claim settlements.
- Review, track, and report on the financial handling and process of workers’ compensation claims.
- Conduct regular meetings with an organization’s executive team to discuss findings.
Premium Auditor
Smith, Cochran & Hicks, PLLC
06.2006 - 01.2010
- Specialized in performing physical, telephone, and mail premium audits.
- Interview, analyze, and report on data determine accurate risk exposure.
- Collaborate with underwriting, policyholders, and the finance department to accurately convey discovered data.
- Schedule and coordinate audit appointments with policyholders within assigned territory.
- Deliver audit reports in adherence to all deadlines and policy periods.
- Ensure accordance with National Council on Compensation Insurance rules and Scopes Manual classifications.
- Maintain audit records and development of auditor templates and specialized programs.
Education
Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Certified Workers’ Compensation Professional (CWCP) -
Michigan State University
Accredited Fraud Investigator (AFI) -
University of Charleston
QuickBooks Pro Advisor -
Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, Power Point, and Publisher -
Skills
- Public relations
- Business Development
- Fundraising
- Accounting
- Financial management
- Lobbying
- Marketing
- Strategic planning
- Legislative preparation
- Grassroots campaigning
- QuickBooks
- Microsoft Office
Affiliations
- West Virginia Society of Association Executives, Treasurer, Board of Directors, 01/01/2020 - 12/31/2022
- Leadership West Virginia, Class of 2019
Timeline
Executive Director
West Virginia Press Association
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Director / CFO
West Virginia Press Association
06.2018 - Current
Consultant (temporary position)
West Virginia Department of Commerce – EXCEL
01.2017 - 01.2018
Outreach Coordinator
Mountaineer Energy Forum (outreach group for American Petroleum Institute)
05.2012 - 12.2016
Public Accountant
Smith, Cochran & Hicks, PLLC
01.2010 - 06.2018
Lead Examiner
SCH Consulting, LLC (formerly Smith-Little, LLC)
01.2010 - 05.2012
Premium Auditor
Smith, Cochran & Hicks, PLLC
06.2006 - 01.2010
Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Certified Workers’ Compensation Professional (CWCP) -
Michigan State University
Accredited Fraud Investigator (AFI) -
University of Charleston
QuickBooks Pro Advisor -
Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, Power Point, and Publisher -
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