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Charlene Cheeks

Spartanburg,SC

Summary

With over 25 years of dedicated experience at Big Brothers Big Sisters, I bring natural leadership skills and a passion for advancing youth and communities. Actively seeking knowledge and growth through specialized conferences and courses focused on Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, I am a fervent advocate for positive change and representation within communities. As a persistent leader, I am eager to spearhead organizational growth and am skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and effective communication, with a strong understanding of business principles, project management, and team leadership.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

Big Brothers Big Sisters
05.2019 - Current
  • Develop a compelling vision and strategic plan to drive the organization towards growth.
  • Cultivate a dedicated Board of Directors and staff that fully represents our served populations, while overseeing more than 30 organization members.
  • Provide essential support to the Board of Directors in fundraising and strategic development.
  • Use performance metrics and quality indicators as the foundation for informed decision-making.
  • Nurture and strengthen the organization's relationships with donors, funders, and the community.

Program Director

Big Brothers Big Sisters
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Effectively managed a team of twenty-five program staff, ensuring top-notch services for program participants.
  • Elevated our collective skills through recruiting snd training staff and volunteers.
  • Leveraged performance metrics and quality standards
  • Enhanced the organization's finances by 200% between 2019 and 2024. Additionally,
  • Cultivated and maintained the organization's relationships with donors, funders, and the community.

Site Director

Big Brothers Big Sisters
01.1999 - 01.2017
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Developed opportunities for process improvement based on best practices.
  • Managed a team of professionals, ensuring high-quality performance and adherence to company standards.

Administrator Assistant

Big Brothers Big Sisters
10.1998 - 01.1999

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology

Converse College
Spartanburg, SC
05.2004

Associate of Arts Degree -

Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SC
05.2002

High School Diploma -

Dorman High School
Roebuck, SC
06.1983

Skills

  • Corporate Leadership

  • Strategic Planning

  • Cultural Awareness

  • Attention to Detail

  • Active Listening

  • Organizational Development

  • Critical Thinking

  • Staff Management

  • Organizational Growth

Accomplishments

  • Increased revenue from $300,000 in 2019-2020 to 2,000,000 in FY24.
  • Developed seventeen new sponsors and partners in FY 23-24.
  • Calder D. Ehrmann Outstanding Individual Award- 2021
  • Racial/Social Justice grant award- Duke Energy 2021

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

Big Brothers Big Sisters
05.2019 - Current

Program Director

Big Brothers Big Sisters
01.2017 - 01.2019

Site Director

Big Brothers Big Sisters
01.1999 - 01.2017

Administrator Assistant

Big Brothers Big Sisters
10.1998 - 01.1999

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology

Converse College

Associate of Arts Degree -

Spartanburg Community College

High School Diploma -

Dorman High School

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