Cynthia Norris
New Hyde Park
Summary
Strategic Senior Director with over a decade of experience in advocacy and civic engagement. Led initiatives for $15 minimum wage, driving successful housing campaigns that resulted in nine bills passed since 2019. Played a key role in the approval of Good Cause Eviction legislation in New York City, advancing housing justice efforts.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Driector
New York Communities For Change
Brooklyn
02.2012 - Current
- Collaborated with executive leadership team to develop long-term objectives that would drive success.
- Collaborated with executives to define long-term vision and mission for the organization.
- Analyzed financial performance metrics and identified areas for improvement.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures that enhanced operational efficiency.
- Assessed current organizational systems and infrastructure, recommending changes.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines were met.
- Provided guidance on best practices in project management to ensure successful outcomes.
- Fostered collaboration culture among staff through regular communication, feedback, and recognition.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dr Susan S. McKinney School of The Arts
101 Park Ave 06-2009
Skills
- Nonprofit management
- Fundraising strategies
- Program evaluation
- Volunteer management
- Mobilization management
- Grassroots organizing
- Policy development
- Lobbying
- Canvassing
- Data analysis
- Needs assessment
- Event coordination
- Community engagement
- Community meeting arrangements
- Team leadership
- Staff education and training
- Team collaboration
- Team building
- Goal setting
- Problem solving
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Public speaking
- Mobilization support
- Volunteer oversight
- Goal setting
Timeline
Senior Driector
New York Communities For Change
02.2012 - Current
High School Diploma -
Dr Susan S. McKinney School of The Arts