Brandon s Torgerson
Saginaw,MN
Summary
Demonstrated leader, excellent networking skills, highly organized, contagious energy, positive attitude, fundraising and donor relations expert, takes initiative, extensive public speaking skills, and strong emotional intelligence
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Center Director
Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge
04.2016 - Current
- Developed and launched short-term licensed program
- Increased Program from 36 beds to 72 beds a budget of 1.5 million to over 4 million in the past five years
- Oversee our annual Gala, increased revenue from 50k to 280k
- Cultivating donors and raising funds for our campus
- Routine speaking engagement lead for audiences up to 400
LADC
Northland Recovery Center
05.2011 - 04.2016
- Assisted with the oversight of the adolescent inpatient program
- Case managed up to 8 residential clients for 45-90 days
- Implemented a staff development program of CD technicians
- Initiated a school outreach and facilitated CD groups with 10 students once a week
LADC
Central MN Mental Health Center
08.2006 - 05.2011
- Prepared for several DHS State Audits
- Updated Rule 31 manuals
- Clinical supervisor for 7 LADC’s
Education
AA - addiction counseling
Minneapolis community and technical college
minneapolis, mnSkills
- Demonstrated leader
- Excellent networking skills
- Highly organized
- Contagious energy
- Positive attitude
- Fundraising and donor relations expert
- Takes initiative
- Extensive public speaking skills
- Strong emotional intelligence
Certification
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification from the State of Minnesota
References
- Zach McNeil, Lead Pastor, Goodland Community Church, 218-259-7694
- David Hunter, Executive Director, Phyllis Wheatley Community Center, 612-382-8660
- Scott Doss, Donor Relations Director, Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge, 218-838-4943
Leadership Experience
I have been a leader in the field since day one. My whole philosophy is and has been client-centered, but also eager to assist staff improve their skills as well. Additionally, I have completed a year one Leadership Roundtable with Triune Leadership Services and have been managing a staff of 60 and 72 clients for the past 7.5 years.
Communication Skills
As a natural communicator I excel in both individual and group work as well as motivating staff and connecting with donors. In addition, I have been privileged to publicly share my testimony and speak on behalf of my agency, of which I am honored to represent.
Timeline
Center Director
Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge
04.2016 - Current
LADC
Northland Recovery Center
05.2011 - 04.2016
LADC
Central MN Mental Health Center
08.2006 - 05.2011
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification from the State of Minnesota
AA - addiction counseling
Minneapolis community and technical college
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