Cheryl Townsend

Seasoned professional with 20+ years of experience. Passionate and creative leader with excellent interpersonal, time management, communication, and organizational skills. Self-starter who can work independently, enjoys a fast-paced environment, works to inspire, and collaborates effectively with my team to maximize success. Enjoy working with people and have successfully managed and trained personnel. Job and life experiences have afforded me opportunities in Sales, Operations, Customer/Client Success, Education, Fundraising and Community Affairs. Lifelong learner, who values trust and respect for the whole person as fundamental principles in life and aspire to be a valued employee doing meaningful work.

Musical Director for New England Ringers - Touring Handbell Choir (2023-Present )

Accessibility Capital Campaign Fundraising for Union Congregational Church 2019-2023

Executive Committee and Special Events Chair.

Exceeded our Goal of $675,000 by $700,000. (1.375M raised for Accessibility Project)

GNFP – Groton Neighborhood Food Project (2021 - Present)

Neighborhood coordinator for food donations to support food insecurity in our area through local food pantry, Loaves & Fishes, Devens, MA

Treasurer, Boy Scout Troop 1, West Groton (2014 - 2019)

Actively attend and contribute to monthly board meetings.

Maintain/Develop troop budget and manage all accounts payable.

Work directly with boys overseeing finances for Eagle projects.

Relay for Life, Ayer, MA (2002 – 2005 )

Co-Chair of Faith in Action Team for UCC Groton (2002-2003), American Cancer Society volunteer