Cynthia Beeman
Kingsley
Summary
Executive Director with a proven record of increasing revenue by 400% at Susquehanna County Interfaith through strategic planning and effective fundraising. Expertise in grant writing and community engagement, with a focus on leadership development and partnership cultivation. Demonstrated ability to drive innovative solutions and foster impactful relationships. Strong program management and operational oversight skills ensure smooth and sustainable operations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Susquehanna County Interfaith
01.2014 - Current
- Administrator of programs, fundraising, and strategic planning for all aspects of the agency.
- Relocated entire retail business and human service agency for expanded services and increased revenues by 400%
- Effectively negotiated the acquisition of multiple properties to increase the assets of Interfaith.
- Cultivated donor relationships which has led to a successful renovation campaign.
- Planned and executed a new major gift portfolio.
- Led Board of Directors to establish goals, strategies and standards for emerging innovative social entrepreneurial agency.
- Developed human resource policies, procedures, training, and recruitment programs for volunteers and paid staff members to ensure aid positive guest experience and company growth.
- Responsible for financial stability and development of growth strategies for multiple revenue streams, including grant funding, retail, and individual donor management.
- Accounting, human resources and fiscal management included preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly and annual P&L reports for Board of Directors and committees.
- Served as media and community spokesperson.
- Developed and implemented client data base and point of sale technology. 2018 finalist in Social Solutions Impact Awards.
Program Director
Big Brothers Big Sisters Program of Voluntary Action Center
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Managed all aspects of the program including the staff, curriculum, volunteers and financial affairs.
- Successfully wrote and received foundation and corporate grants through Prudential, Bank of America, Comcast, Darden, and Constitution Pipeline and federal grants through Cooperation of National and Community Service, and Department of Juvenile Justice.
- Developed and maintained a business plan for growth and advancement of staff and volunteers which included training, management and supervision.
- Earned Gold Standard Award from Big Brothers Big Sisters of America for quality of service, serving more children, and increasing revenue.
- Designated one of the Top 25 Business Women in North Eastern Pa.
Teacher
Mountain View, NEIU 19, Summit Christian Academy
01.1999 - 01.2006
- Planned, organized and implemented an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guided and encouraged students to develop and fulfil their academic potential.
- Taught high school business, history, elementary, life skills and emotional support.
Education
Master of Arts - Executive Leadership Human Service
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VABachelor of Arts - Bible/ Elementary/ Secondary History
Baptist Bible College
Clarks Summit, PaSkills
- Contract management
- Partnership development
- Staff management
- Leadership development
- Corporate governance
- Budgeting and financial management
- Compliance and regulations
- Strategic planning and financial management
- Board governance and development
- Community engagement and outreach
- Talent management and team leadership
- Customer focus and relationship management
- Event planning and fundraising strategy
- Grant writing and property negotiation
- Effective communication skills
- Vendor relations and collaboration
- Problem solving and decision making
Affiliations
- Montrose Chamber of Commerce Vice President
- Area on Aging Foster Grandparent Advisory Board Member
- Susquehanna County Career and Technology Center Advisory Board member
- Systems of Care Coordinator- Susquehanna County
- Integrated Children’s Service Group – Susquehanna County
- Coalition against Child Abuse – Co-chair
- Pike County Interagency, Wayne County Human Service Group
- Family Engagement Center Member – Lackawanna County
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Pennsylvania – Secretary
- Small/Mid-Size Agency Alliance Board Member – Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
- Standards Implementation Task Force – Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
- Child Evangelism Fellowship Board Member – Susquehanna County
Community Service
- Bridgewater Student Ministry Leader
- Bridgewater Deaconess
- Food for The Hungry – Guatemala C2C Ministry
- Bridgewater Small Group Leader
- Chocolate and Wine Festival Volunteer
- Blueberry Festival Volunteer
- Citizen of the Year Event Volunteer
- Night out Against Crime volunteer
- Women’s Resource Center Volunteer
Personal Information
Title: Executive Director
Timeline
Executive Director
Susquehanna County Interfaith
01.2014 - Current
Program Director
Big Brothers Big Sisters Program of Voluntary Action Center
01.2006 - 01.2014
Teacher
Mountain View, NEIU 19, Summit Christian Academy
01.1999 - 01.2006
Master of Arts - Executive Leadership Human Service
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Bible/ Elementary/ Secondary History
Baptist Bible College