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Carol Wellman

Carol Wellman

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Dynamic Executive Director with a proven track record at My Sister's Place, Inc., excelling in strategic planning and community engagement. Successfully guided organizational change while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. Leveraged innovative approaches to secure funding and enhance program management, ensuring long-term sustainability and impactful client services.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director

My Sister's Place, Inc
05.2008 - 06.2024
  • 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.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
  • Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
  • Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.

Adjunct Professor of Social Work

Ivy Tech Community College
08.2006 - 06.2012
  • Taught Social Work courses, providing instruction to up to 30 undergraduate students per semester.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.

Education

Master of Science - Medical Social Work, Addictions & Mental Health

Indiana University/Purdue University
Indianapolis, IN
06-2006

Bachelor of Science - Social Work & Psychology

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
06-1998

Skills

  • Community engagement
  • Program management
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Relationship building
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Compliance and regulations
  • Stakeholder relations
  • Marketing
  • Crisis management
  • Client services

Timeline

Executive Director

My Sister's Place, Inc
05.2008 - 06.2024

Adjunct Professor of Social Work

Ivy Tech Community College
08.2006 - 06.2012

Master of Science - Medical Social Work, Addictions & Mental Health

Indiana University/Purdue University

Bachelor of Science - Social Work & Psychology

Western Carolina University