Darren Powell
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic Executive Director with proven expertise in stakeholder engagement, budget management, and strategic planning. Committed to driving operational efficiency and compliance oversight to achieve impactful organizational initiatives.
Overview
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1
Certification
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Toaf Organization
Chicago, Illinois
08.2023 - Current
- Oversaw strategic planning and implementation of organizational initiatives.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
- Managed budget allocations and ensured financial compliance for projects.
Regional Operations Manager
Centurion Security and Investigation
Chicago, Illinois
04.2014 - Current
- Managed scheduling and resource allocation for security personnel, guaranteeing adequate coverage and responsiveness to incidents.
- Supervised security operations across multiple regional sites, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Facilitated communication between management and field staff, improving workflow efficiency and addressing operational challenges.
- Developed and implemented policies to boost operational efficiency.
Broker
Self-employeed
Chicago, Illinois
07.2013 - Current
- Executed day trades in stocks and cryptocurrencies, focusing on long and short positions to capitalize on market fluctuations.
- Conducted market research to identify trends and opportunities, informing strategic decisions.
- Mentored new brokers on industry best practices and effective sales techniques, enhancing team competency.
- Stayed up-to-date on marketplace trends and researched items in detail.
Executive Director
Books Over Balls
Chicago, Illinois
06.2015 - 08.2023
- Oversaw strategic planning and implementation of organizational initiatives.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
- Managed budget allocations and ensured financial compliance for projects.
- Evaluated existing programs for improvement opportunities while identifying new program ideas based on market analysis.
Assistant Broker
Chicago Board of Trade
Chicago, Illinois
11.1988 - 07.2012
- Assisted clients with trade execution and market analysis.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
- Processed and verified trade confirmations for accuracy and compliance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chicago Vocational HS
Chicago, IL06-1988
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Budget management
- Compliance oversight
- Program evaluation
- Program development
- Operations optimization
- Team leadership
Accomplishments
- Citizen Award: Community outreach, Violence prevention FBI
Certification
- Perc Card, Armed Certification, Concealed and carry IDFPR
Affiliations
- Sports, writing, podcast, Toastmaster WAO
Timeline
Executive Director
Toaf Organization
08.2023 - Current
Executive Director
Books Over Balls
06.2015 - 08.2023
Regional Operations Manager
Centurion Security and Investigation
04.2014 - Current
Broker
Self-employeed
07.2013 - Current
Assistant Broker
Chicago Board of Trade
11.1988 - 07.2012
High School Diploma -
Chicago Vocational HS