ERIN ELDER
Stuart,USA
Summary
Strategic Executive Leader with a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership and 20+ years of cross-functional experience driving operational excellence and program initiatives across education, consulting, finance, and technology sectors. Proven success in rapidly building and scaling organizations (from startup to multi-site operations), managing complex relationships, and leading high-performing teams to meet critical organizational objectives and budgetary scopes. Core expertise includes: Executive Leadership and Team Development Strategic Planning and Program Management Talent Acquisition and Recruiting Process Oversight Online Business Operations and Content Development Cross-Functional Alignment and Enterprise Program Initiatives
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
BNI SOUTH FLORIDA
Palm Beach, FL
01.2023 - Current
- Directed the restructuring and streamlining of company policies and procedures to enhance regional administrative efficiency and ensure chapter compliance.
- Created and facilitated all training programs for regional Leadership Teams and Support Teams.
- Oversee all operational and administrative functions for the BNI South Florida region, ensuring seamless workflow and compliance across multiple chapters.
- Manage membership lifecycle systems, including the successful rollout and oversight of new application, payment, and interview processes for both new and renewing applicants.
- Provide direct support and coaching to Chapter Leadership Teams and Support Director Consultants to promote regional growth, membership retention, and chapter stability.
- Spearhead strategic communications for the region, including managing membership fee adjustments, system updates, and new chapter launch initiatives.
Senior Recruiting & Partnerships Manager
CLAIRE MYERS CONSULTING
Sonoma, CA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Directed the full-cycle recruitment process, supervising recruiters and leading strategic overhauls of recruiting methodologies to enhance efficiency and talent pipeline quality.
- Spearheaded employment branding initiatives and built expansive professional networks.
- Managed all aspects of partnership lifecycle management, continually researching and identifying new potential partners to enhance existing relationships.
- Ensured positive client and candidate experiences, successfully assisting in employee retention and development.
Market Administrator
WELLS FARGO ADVISORS
Palm Beach, FL
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided leadership to the Palm Beach Market, ensuring executives, advisors, and departmental heads consistently met quality expectations and project timelines.
- Collaborated closely with key leaders to drive planning activities, business execution, and top-down alignment with corporate goals.
- Achievement: Championed efforts to revamp the recruit schedule spreadsheet, slashing processing time by 50% and reducing manual errors through optimized Salesforce Pipeline data integration.
- Hired results-driven staff and established internal teams to tackle major issues, fostering strong communications and teamwork.
Vice President of Operations and Business Development
HATCH PARTNERS, INC
Boca Raton, FL
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Directed all operational and business development aspects, building leadership teams across multiple locations to maintain the company’s high standards and values.
- Achievement: Led the rapid DCF licensing, design, staffing, and launch of 4 preschool/Pre-K locations across South and Central Florida within a 4-month timeframe.
- Achievement: Successfully filled all four new locations to full capacity enrollment within the first year of opening.
- Managed performance, setting departmental goals and evaluating results to ensure alignment with organizational mission and operating requirements.
- Supervised a staff of 20, overseeing semi-annual reviews and compliance for in-service requirements.
- (Startup)
Vice President of Training and Implementation
KID ORANGE TECH
Boca Raton, FL
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Managed and supervised senior leaders and training personnel, working collaboratively to develop innovative business plans for program improvement.
- Met with stakeholders, maintained productive relationships, and monitored the effectiveness of multiple programs across various communities.
- Sourced qualified vendors, negotiated contracts, and presented findings to senior leadership.
- Achievement: Worked collaboratively with Lynn University Education Department leadership to create innovative online education programs utilizing best practices.
- (Startup)
Senior Education Sales Advisor/Trainer
KID ORANGE TECH
Boca Raton, FL
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Sold and supported product implementation to preschools nationwide.
- Administered online and in-person trainings to support schools on parental engagement and effective communication.
- Achievement: Spearheaded the development of a 2-year training program for our largest client's franchise locations across the U.S., resulting in a 35% increase in overall parent engagement.
- (Startup)
Teacher/Facilitator/Coordinator
BROWARD COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
01.1996 - 01.2011
- Created and implemented curriculum and learning materials based on Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligence Theory.
- Planned and implemented in-service trainings for a staff of 40.
- Collaborated with a team of teachers to research current pedagogy and write grants.
- Organized and sponsored safety patrols, reading clubs, and field trips to foster a passion for learning.
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
Lynn University
Boca Raton, FLMaster of Education - Educational Leadership
Lynn University
Boca Raton, FLBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FLSkills
- Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
- Salesforce and Workday
- SmartStation and QuickBooks
- Learning management systems
- Spreadsheet management
- Process improvement
- Operational strategy
- Membership management
- Training facilitation
- Business development
- Client relationship management
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Networking skills
- Workforce planning
- Effective coaching
Timeline
Director of Operations
BNI SOUTH FLORIDA
01.2023 - Current
Senior Recruiting & Partnerships Manager
CLAIRE MYERS CONSULTING
01.2022 - 01.2023
Market Administrator
WELLS FARGO ADVISORS
01.2021 - 01.2022
Vice President of Operations and Business Development
HATCH PARTNERS, INC
01.2018 - 01.2020
Vice President of Training and Implementation
KID ORANGE TECH
01.2014 - 01.2018
Senior Education Sales Advisor/Trainer
KID ORANGE TECH
01.2012 - 01.2014
Teacher/Facilitator/Coordinator
BROWARD COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD
01.1996 - 01.2011
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
Lynn University
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Lynn University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University