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Certification
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Cynthia Adeniyi

Cynthia Adeniyi

Locust Grove,GA

Summary

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during a successful career. Equip employees to manage daily functions and meet customer needs independently. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and a purposeful approach.

Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Director of Operations

VIRTUOUS WOMEN OF GOD INTERNATIONAL INC.
05.2003 - 12.2023
  • Company Overview: Established May 2003
  • Mentor and train men, women, and children in life skills
  • Organized and managed a Fundraising Team of 30 people
  • Community Service Program
  • Organization chosen for a Community GED Program
  • Organized and Supervised Children’s events
  • Motivational Speaking sessions
  • Set up and operated a Community Food Pantry, with sponsors such as Coke, PepsiCo, and Mid-West Food Bank
  • Managed a group of disadvantaged high school students in our community service program to receive the additional hours needed to graduate
  • Established May 2003
  • Community Outreach program
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to assess team progress, providing constructive feedback and guidance for continuous improvement.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
  • Mentored and coached team members to foster productive and engaging work environment.
  • Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
  • Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals and drive sustainable growth.
  • Established strong partnerships with vendors, and suppliers to improve and ensure alignment with business requirements.
  • Established strong partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders to improve collaboration and ensure alignment with business requirements.
  • Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
  • Delivered exceptional customer experiences by implementing strategies focused on meeting evolving needs and expectations.
  • W with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
  • Worked collaboratively with leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
  • Established and monitored quality assurance standards to achieve operational excellence.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the organization by enforcing compliance with established regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful completion of projects, resulting in increased productivity.
  • Achieved team goals through training plans, coaching, and performance management.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of service delivery.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with detailed quality control checks, ensuring all products met stringent quality standards before release.
  • Optimized inventory levels to meet fluctuating customer demand without overstocking, using advanced forecasting and demand planning tools.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency, introducing lean management system that minimized waste.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.


  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Handled problematic customers to assist and maintain excellent customer service.

Fundraiser Coordinator

TRUIST PARK AND DELAWARE NORTH
03.2011 - 10.2021
  • Promoted a positive atmosphere and went beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff
  • Meet, greet, and encourage customer feedback and use feedback to implement positive changes within the restaurant
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records
  • Promoted business through participation in and sponsorship of community events
  • Achieved the highest employee retention rate in the region
  • Strategically developed effective marketing plans to increase sales and profits while managing costs
  • Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies
  • Managed a 15-person team of cooks and back-of-house staff for a high-end restaurant
  • Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction
  • Interacted positively with customers while promoting services
  • Actively participated in ongoing customer service programs to build sales and rapport in the community
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste
  • Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity
  • Created fun team-building activities to engage staff in upselling to meet revenue targets
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote dedicated team performance
  • Maintained a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents
  • Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote tasty food and beverage sales
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to the satisfaction of involved parties
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies
  • Planned and implemented fundraising events.
  • Assigned work to fundraising staff and monitored performance to meet targets.
  • Boosted overall funds raised annually by continually identifying new funding sources and opportunities.
  • Provided ongoing support to fellow staff members, offering guidance on best practices in fundraising techniques and strategies.
  • Enhanced donor retention rates by developing a comprehensive follow-up strategy after each fundraising event.
  • Increased visibility of the organization''s mission through impactful storytelling in written communications and public speaking engagements.
  • Secured significant corporate sponsorships through diligent research, persuasive presentations, and relationship-building efforts.
  • Implemented effective volunteer management systems to maximize their contributions during fundraising events.
  • Organized successful auctions that contributed significantly to annual revenue totals.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of fundraising events, ensuring successful execution and high levels of donor satisfaction.
  • Increased donor engagement by implementing targeted fundraising campaigns and events.
  • Facilitated productive relationships between board members, volunteers, donors, and staff for a unified approach towards achieving fundraising goals.
  • Conducted regular assessments of fundraising strategies to identify areas for improvement or growth opportunities.
  • Strengthened community partnerships by representing the organization by building rapport with potential donors.
  • Streamlined donation processes for improved efficiency and ease of use for donors.
  • Coordinated all aspects of event planning logistics – such as venue selection, catering arrangements, registration setup – ensuring seamless experiences for attendees.
  • Built strong relationships with major donors through personalized communication and stewardship activities.
  • Empowered team members by providing ongoing training and professional development opportunities related to fundraising best practices.
  • Offered excellent customer service to donors and sponsors to enhance relationships and increase funding.
  • Developed impactful fundraising strategies to maximize donations and meet fundraising goals.
  • Evaluated and reported on impact of fundraising efforts to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve integration of fundraising efforts.
  • Attended fundraising events and conferences to stay informed on industry developments and network with peers.
  • Analyzed fundraising data to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
  • Established goals for funds management, and disbursement.
  • Managed budgets for staff operations to keep costs low and maximize profits.
  • Contacted corporate representatives, government officials or community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes and raise funds.

Education

MASTER OF DIVINITY -

REGENTS UNIVERSITY
VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA
01.2025

Bachelor of Theology -

CHRISTIAN WORD BIBLE COLLEGE
07.2014

Associate Degree - BIBLICAL STUDIES

CHRISTIAN WORD BIBLE COLLEGE
06.2013

Certifications - Biblical Studies/Ministerial Ordination

CHRISTIAN WORD BIBLE COLLEGE
08.2011

Skills

  • Performance Tracking and Evaluations
  • Contract Development and Management
  • Project Management
  • Managing Operations and Efficiency
  • Staff Management
  • Managing Revenue Projections
  • P&L Oversight
  • Managing Wealth
  • Managing Communications Channels
  • Income and Expense Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Account and Territory Management
  • Reducing Waste
  • Account Management and Updating
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Maintenance and Repair Management
  • Overseeing Employees
  • Productivity Performance

Accomplishments

  • Delaware North Sports Service - August 2016 Non-Profit Organization of the Month (Outstanding Achievement and Hard Work at Turner Field)
  • Delaware North Sports Service - 2017 Certificate of Appreciation (Recognition of Outstanding Performance)
  • Delaware North Sports Service - 2018 Certificate of Appreciation (Recognition of Outstanding Performance)
  • Delaware North Sports Service - 2019 Certificate of Appreciation (Recognition of Outstanding Performance)


Certification

Certified Notary Public

Interests

  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Volunteer Work
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Watching Spiritual, Christian Movies and TV Shows
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Fundraising Events
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Reading
  • Interior Design
  • Gardening
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Community Cleanup
  • Youth Development Programs
  • I have a passion for
  • I have a passion for photography
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Road Trips
  • Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness
  • Homelessness Outreach
  • Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects

Timeline

Fundraiser Coordinator

TRUIST PARK AND DELAWARE NORTH
03.2011 - 10.2021

Senior Director of Operations

VIRTUOUS WOMEN OF GOD INTERNATIONAL INC.
05.2003 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Theology -

CHRISTIAN WORD BIBLE COLLEGE

Associate Degree - BIBLICAL STUDIES

CHRISTIAN WORD BIBLE COLLEGE

Certifications - Biblical Studies/Ministerial Ordination

CHRISTIAN WORD BIBLE COLLEGE

MASTER OF DIVINITY -

REGENTS UNIVERSITY
Cynthia Adeniyi