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Chris Doborwicz

Savannah,GA

Summary

Senior strategy and operations leader with 10+ years of experience leading complex, multi-site organizations with full P&L ownership. Proven ability to develop enterprise-level strategies, translate long-term vision into executable growth plans, and advise senior leaders on organizational performance, resource allocation, and operational risk. Known for executive presence, cross-functional leadership, and synthesizing complex information into clear strategic direction. Endurance athlete and lifelong runner with deep connection to athlete culture, performance, and consumer experience in sport.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Officer & Executive Director

The Salvation Army - Southern Territory
USA South
06.2016 - Current

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – COASTAL EMPIRE REGION (Savannah, GA) | 2025–Present

  • Lead enterprise operations across a six-county region, overseeing a diversified portfolio of services, facilities, and retail operations with a $3.5M annual operating budget.
  • Develop and execute multi-year strategic plans aligning organizational capacity, capital assets, and operating resources with long-term growth and sustainability objectives.
  • Serve as a strategic thought partner to board members, government leaders, and senior stakeholders, translating complex operational, financial, and market dynamics into clear strategic priorities.
  • Lead cross-functional teams spanning operations, finance, facilities, compliance, and external partnerships to deliver integrated outcomes and measurable performance improvements.

DIVISIONAL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, YOUTH DEVELOPMENT – ARKANSAS & OKLAHOMA | 2022–2025

  • Served on the executive governing body for statewide operations, contributing to enterprise-level strategy, resource allocation decisions, and organizational risk management.
  • Directed multi-department operations across a large geographic footprint, including facilities strategy and year-round utilization planning for a 162-acre camp and conference center.
  • Led strategic planning initiatives to align growth priorities, staffing models, and capital investments with long-term organizational objectives.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – LAKE & SUMTER COUNTIES (Leesburg, FL) | 2019–2022

  • Directed enterprise operations across two counties with responsibility for a $3.2M budget, multiple real estate assets, and diverse service delivery models.
  • Led organizational expansion initiatives, including a $1M increase in operating capacity and execution of two capital projects supporting long-term growth.

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR (Fort Myers, FL) | 2016–2019

  • Oversaw emotional and spiritual care services across multiple sites and departments, contributing to enterprise program design and leadership development.
  • Managed a $500K operating budget and led teams across multiple service locations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Practical Ministry

Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN
05-2022

Associate of Arts - Administration & Ministry

Evangeline Booth College
Atlanta, GA
06-2016

Skills

    Enterprise Strategy & Planning
    Cross-Functional Leadership
    Growth & Capacity Planning
    P&L and Financial Management
    Performance Measurement & KPIs
    Portfolio & Resource Allocation
    Executive & Board-Level Communication
    Change Management

Timeline

Officer & Executive Director

The Salvation Army - Southern Territory
06.2016 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Practical Ministry

Trevecca Nazarene University

Associate of Arts - Administration & Ministry

Evangeline Booth College
Chris Doborwicz