Carol Lockhart
Cleveland,GA
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
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director Legal Services
Cleveland Public Schools
06.2017 - 09.2021
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms while adhering to budgetary constraints.
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion.
- Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
- Strengthened internal communication channels to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and decisionmaking.
- Championed diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the organization to create a more inclusive work environment.
- Built and maintained strong company teams by hiring and training qualified staff to create positive and productive work environments.
- Aligned department vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
- Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
- Advocated for policy changes at both local and national levels to further support the organization''s goals and objectives.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies to raise brand awareness and drive revenue growth.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
Academic Superintendent
Cleveland Public Schools
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Mentored junior staff, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork throughout the organization.
- Developed and maintained productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
- Directed [Type] projects producing exceptional cost savings by closely managing $[Amount] project budget.
Campus Administrator
Cleveland Public School
09.2007 - 06.2014
- Collaborated with faculty to develop new academic programs that met the needs of students in response to industry trends.
- Influenced positive change in campus policy by engaging in open dialogue with stakeholders and addressing emerging issues proactively.
- Increased employee retention by implementing professional development opportunities and conducting regular performance evaluations.
- Implemented effective marketing strategies to boost enrollment rates and increase campus visibility within the community.
Education
Ph.D. - Philisophy
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH06.2022
Master of Science - Education
Kent State University
Kent, OH06.2020
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Program Management
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Budgeting and financial management
- Staff Management
- Relationship Building
- Public Speaking
- Program Leadership
- Leadership Development
- Compliance and regulations
- Operational planning
- Fundraising
- Human Resources Management
- Profit and loss statements
- Report compilation
- Negotiation
- Training Methods
- Corporate Governance
- Outreach Programs
- Education
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Goal Setting
- Solution Innovation
- Project Oversight
Certification
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Executive Director Legal Services
Cleveland Public Schools
06.2017 - 09.2021
Academic Superintendent
Cleveland Public Schools
09.2014 - 06.2017
Campus Administrator
Cleveland Public School
09.2007 - 06.2014
Ph.D. - Philisophy
Cleveland State University
Master of Science - Education
Kent State University
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