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DANIEL McNEIL

Moline,IL

Summary

Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Clubs and Programming

Boys and Girls Club of the Mississippi Valley
11.2024 - Current
  • Oversee all aspects of programming and operations
  • Provide oversight for all club programs and activities
  • Ensure quality improvement by monitoring and evaluating program achievement
  • Recruiting, hire and train youth development professionals.
  • Spearhead innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Leverage professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen all systems

Alderperson, Sixth Ward

City of Moline
02.2024 - Current
  • Negotiate and approve the city budget
  • Monitor city agencies like the police force and public works departments to ensure they are effectively serving their community
  • Meet with constituents and local business owners to discuss issues
  • Work with department heads to find create solutions to move the city forward

Executive Director

Spring Forward
01.2014 - 07.2024
  • Provided visionary leadership and strategic direction to achieve organizational goals and objectives
  • Oversaw all aspects of operations, including program management, fundraising, financial oversight, and staff development
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to advance the mission and vision of the organization, driving growth and impact
  • Managed all aspects of fundraising including grant writing, gift solicitation, and special events
  • Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
  • Establish strategic partnerships with local and national organizations dealing with youth development and education
  • Recruit, mentor, and empower a diverse team of 150 part- and full-time staff, along with volunteers to achieve excellence and innovation in program delivery
  • Oversee all out-of-school programs and related outcome measurements
  • Represent the organization at public events, national conferences, and meetings to raise awareness and promote its mission and initiatives
  • Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
  • Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
  • Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.

Program Manager

River Action/Partners of Scott County Watersheds
02.2012 - 01.2015
  • Developed, wrote, and managed grants
  • Identified and secured sponsorships for programs and events
  • Planned and coordinated programs and special events
  • Collaborated with environmental organizations on watershed and river-related projects
  • Managed marketing, media, and public relations efforts

Director of Development

Figge Art Museum
12.2007 - 09.2012
  • Coordinated and managed the museum’s $120K individual giving campaign
  • Managed development staff and interns
  • Identified and secured sponsorships for exhibitions and programs
  • Managed grant process through application to management and reporting
  • Planned and coordinated fundraising and donor events
  • Worked closely with board and development committee to raise funds

Education

Master of Arts - Community and Economic Development

Western Illinois University
Moline, IL
05.2022

Board of Trustees Degree - Elementary Education

Western Illinois University
Moline, IL
05.2006

Skills

  • Non-profit leadership
  • Fundraising
  • Strategic planning skills
  • Financial budgeting
  • Corporate governance
  • Organizational agility
  • Marketing and public relations

Timeline

Director of Clubs and Programming

Boys and Girls Club of the Mississippi Valley
11.2024 - Current

Alderperson, Sixth Ward

City of Moline
02.2024 - Current

Executive Director

Spring Forward
01.2014 - 07.2024

Program Manager

River Action/Partners of Scott County Watersheds
02.2012 - 01.2015

Director of Development

Figge Art Museum
12.2007 - 09.2012

Master of Arts - Community and Economic Development

Western Illinois University

Board of Trustees Degree - Elementary Education

Western Illinois University

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