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HELEN KENNEDY

MANAHAWKIN

Summary

Strategic Assistant Program Director with proven success at WXPN, adept in volunteer recruitment and fostering strong community partnerships. Excelled in enhancing program effectiveness and customer service, showcasing exceptional problem-solving, research and communication skills.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Program Director

WXPN/University of PA
11.1998 - 03.2022
  • Assisted program manager with schedules.
  • Oversaw volunteer recruitment efforts, cultivating a diverse pool of dedicated individuals committed to supporting our mission.
  • Facilitated strong relationships with community partners, collaborating on initiatives to improve program reach and impact.
  • Supported the Program Director in overseeing daily operations, ensuring timely completion of tasks and meeting project deadlines.
  • Boosted staff morale and productivity by fostering a supportive work environment and providing clear communication channels.
  • Improved program offerings based on changing trends, audience feedback and directives from station owners.

Partner

Charterhouse Music Group
01.1990 - 11.1998


  • Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
  • Managed day to day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth work flow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using dynamic communication skills.

Education

High School Diploma -

Archbishop Prendergast HS
Upper Darby, PA

Skills

    Communication

    Self motivation

    Teamwork and Collaboration

    Attention to detail

    Organizational Skills

Accomplishments

  • Broadcasting in Philadelphia for 40 years
  • Inducted into the Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Fame
  • Chairperson of the WXPN Musicians On Call program. Collaborated with the team from New York in the development of the MOC Program in Philadelphia PA in 2004
  • I invited musicians to be part of the MOC program to bring the Healing Power of Music to the bedsides of patients. The program is now in 7 major hospitals in the Delaware Valley.
  • Created the XPN MOC 5 K Run as the major fundraiser for the program.
  • Recipient of Live Connections 2016 Connectors Award
  • Produced fundraising concert for Philabundance Foodbank on the PRISM/COMCAST TV network.
  • Staged a series of concerts for the Toys for Tots Program at various venues - Valley Forge Music Fair, The Tower Theatre and The Cabarets.

Timeline

Assistant Program Director

WXPN/University of PA
11.1998 - 03.2022

Partner

Charterhouse Music Group
01.1990 - 11.1998

High School Diploma -

Archbishop Prendergast HS
HELEN KENNEDY