Darren Powell
Chicago,IL
Summary
Versatile Executive Director focused on promoting the mission and increasing the effectiveness of key programs. Passionate about managing and overseeing the implementation of the company's daily operations. Quick and firm decision-maker possessing first-rate communication and organizational skills. Recognized for successfully collaborating with management to develop work plans, financials, and strategies.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Books Over Balls
09.2017 - 08.2023
- I worked closely with organizational leadership and the board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- I built relationships with donors, government officials, and other organizations to secure funding and support for the organization.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- I exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
Executive Director
Why Community Development
07.2005 - 12.2015
- I worked closely with organizational leadership and the board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- I have built relationships with donors, government officials, and other organizations to secure funding and support for the organization.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- I exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability, payroll, HR, and day-to-day operations.
Broker Assistant
Chicago Board Of Trade
11.1988 - 07.2012
- Conferred with customers to assess market fluctuations and correct account problems.
- Input transfer data into the system and manually update accounting and certificate records.
- Processed and verified all new account applications and documents.
- Leveraged knowledge of stock prices and trending changes to optimize collateral approaches.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chicago Vocational HS
2160 E 87th St. Chicago Illinois06.1988
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Stakeholder Relations
- Program Management
- Marketing
Writing, Basketball and Cooking
I love to write fiction and Non-fiction, I love playing pickup basketball in my community and I have my own restaurant, I believe that food should always be enjoyed and that food brings people together.
Timeline
Executive Director
Books Over Balls
09.2017 - 08.2023
Executive Director
Why Community Development
07.2005 - 12.2015
Broker Assistant
Chicago Board Of Trade
11.1988 - 07.2012
High School Diploma -
Chicago Vocational HS