Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
Published Articles
Testimonials
References
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FRANCINE BROWN

FRANCINE BROWN

Shreveport,LA

Summary

Goal-oriented Founder with 10 years of extensive experience securing funding, locating resources, and marketing brand. Polished in transferring ideas into actionable plans and developing budget and finance strategies. Ethical leader possessing innovative problem-solving skills and outstanding articulate communication abilities. Strategic problem solver and change manager. Visionary executive implements plans that meet current and future needs. Key expertise in the Business Development industry. Accomplished Chief Executive Officer bringing expertise in business planning, revenue development, and change management. Offering 10 years of experience in community development. Entrepreneurial mindset and demonstrated track record of achievement.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CEO of Seniors First, Inc.

Seniors First, Inc.
01.2017 - Current
  • Managed executive team members to ensure prompt and successful project execution.
  • Developed and implemented strategic business plans to increase company profitability.
  • Developed strategies for improving customer service standards throughout the company.
  • Monitored budgetary expenditures across multiple departments to ensure fiscal responsibility.
  • Established policies and procedures that promoted an ethical work environment.
  • Facilitated board meetings and provided leadership guidance to senior management.
  • Introduced innovative approaches that improved efficiency while reducing costs.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure competitive pricing for goods or services.
  • Represented the organization at conferences, events, and networking activities as needed.
  • Cultivated relationships with external organizations to build partnerships that benefited both parties.
  • Spearheaded internal initiatives designed to foster collaboration among staff members.
  • Maintained open communication channels between departments to maximize efficiency and productivity.
  • Analyzed market trends and customer data to inform decision-making processes.
  • Overseen the daily operations of the organization and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

United States Dept. of Commerce
12.2019 - 08.2022
  • Planned, organized, directed, and controlled daily operations to over 20 office staff, 30 field supervisors: Lead enumeration training in all 64 Louisiana parishes; Conducted SLA; Lead field data Geo mapping; Proficient in Microsoft Word, and digital technology; Disseminated data analysis and interpretation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Southern University and A&M College

Associate of Science - Accounting

Southern University at Shreveport

Associate of Science - Business Management

Southern University at Shreveport

Skills

  • Supervisory Experience
  • Intelligence/Travel-Oriented Supervising Experience
  • Inspirational leadership
  • Excellent Communicator
  • Public Relations
  • Relationship Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Media Relations
  • Flexibility
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Innovation management
  • Crisis Management
  • Financial Acumen
  • Sustainable business models
  • Operational Excellence
  • Project Management
  • Contract Management
  • Business Planning
  • Policy Development
  • Risk Management
  • Staff Management
  • Organizational Management
  • Consulting
  • Public relations
  • Customer Relations
  • Operational leadership
  • Market understanding
  • Business Administration
  • Negotiation
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Business Development
  • Executive Leadership
  • Profit & Loss
  • Operations Management
  • Organizational Leadership

Certification

  • CPR/AED/First Aid - American Heart Association, 02/2022, 02/2024, GA15206
  • Crisis Intervention - Magellan
  • Cultural Humility - Magellan
  • TBRI (Trust Based Relational Therapy) - Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development

Published Articles

  • SB Cover/ SB Profile "Women in Business" SB Magazine (Feb 2022)
  • Marching On (SB Magazine Cover Story)
  • Francine "Monro" Brown Origin Story
  • Non-Profit leads to memorialize Art Mural
  • Cedar Grove Mural Survey
  • Monro Brown COVID PSA
  • SRAC Executive Director Pam Atchison
  • Executive Director Bonnie Moore Testimony
  • La State Fair Seniors Day with Co-Host Monro Brown
  • 2022 Cedar Grove Celebrates PreJuneteenth Federal Holiday
  • Monro Brown fundraiser for COVID victims
  • Monro Brown Heads to the White House
  • Monro Brown Teams Up with United Non Profits
  • Durham Transport Media Sponsor
  • Seniors First Unites Youth with Seniors

Testimonials

  • Bonnie Moore, Director of Community Development
  • Pam Atchison, Executive Director SRAC

References

  • Bonnie Moore, 3184538148
  • Dr. Russell Minor, 3185604271

Timeline

United States Dept. of Commerce
12.2019 - 08.2022

CEO of Seniors First, Inc.

Seniors First, Inc.
01.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Southern University and A&M College

Associate of Science - Accounting

Southern University at Shreveport

Associate of Science - Business Management

Southern University at Shreveport
FRANCINE BROWN