Hillary Presecan
Detroit,MI
Summary
Program management professional with proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and driving project success. Skilled in strategic planning, risk management, and resource allocation. Known for adaptability, problem-solving, and fostering collaboration to achieve results. Proficient in optimizing processes and aligning initiatives with organizational objectives.
Experienced with coordinating and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to ensure seamless project execution. Track record of implementing process improvements and achieving project milestones.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Placemaking Program Manager
Housing Assistance Council
11.2022 - 05.2025
- Managed the Citizens’ Institute on Rural Design (CIRD) in partnership with the NEA and the USDA-funded Rural Placemaking Innovation Challenge (RPIC)
- Designed and delivered programming to build design and community development capacity in rural and Tribal communities
- Facilitated regular virtual and in-person meetings with program teams, agency staff, and design partners
- Traveled frequently to cohort communities and workshop sites to support program implementation
- Planned and coordinated logistics for in-person NEA and RPIC events, including workshops at HAC’s National Rural Housing Conference
- Managed Design Learning Cohorts and facilitated monthly trainings, office hours, and virtual sessions
- Oversaw planning and delivery of CIRD Local Design Workshops in collaboration with partner organizations
- Maintained and updated the CIRD website, blog, newsletters, and social media channels
- Developed scopes of work with external partners, including design teams, communities, and resource organizations
- Led fundraising and program development efforts for creative placemaking and rural design initiatives
- Communicated regularly with HAC leadership, policy, and outreach teams on arts, culture, and placemaking in rural and Tribal communities
- Provided supervision and direction to program staff, including coordinators and liaisons for USDA and NEA-funded programs
- Managed program budgets, contracts, and payment tracking for external partners
- Educated local partners on community development strategies, engagement practices, and partnership-building
- Remote
Tribal Public Health Training Coordinator
CDC Foundation
12.2021 - 11.2022
- Coordinated and delivered organizational trainings for the Rocky Mountain Tribal Epidemiology Center (RMTEC)
- Served on the CDC Tribal Peer Learning Community Planning Sub-Group
- Hosted monthly Community Public Health Webinar Series via Facebook Live and Zoom
- Designed and implemented training needs assessments for technical assistance and data support
- Analyzed assessment data to inform targeted training plans and strategies
- Developed training materials, including content specific to COVID-19 response
- Created protocols for virtual trainings and webinar facilitation
- Provided training and technical support to RMTEC staff and Tribal communities upon request
- Planned and executed webinars and training sessions based on identified needs from staff, leadership, and partners
- Established tools for program monitoring, reporting, and tracking success stories and training impact
- Conducted in-person site visits with Tribal partners in Montana and Wyoming
- Contract Remote
Program Manager of Community Development
First Peoples Fund
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Oversaw all aspects of the Native Arts Professional Development (NAPD) program, including services, systems, and partner relationships
- Designed and implemented the organization’s first virtual Resilience Webinar Series during the Covid pandemic. Platforms used for series were Zoom, Facebook Live & YouTube
- Streamlined and established new systems for trainer vetting and program processes
- Provided virtual technical assistance and curriculum support to a network of 40+ NAPD trainers
- Collaborated cross-departmentally to evaluate and improve NAPD programming and foster interdepartmental synergy
- Tracked program impact metrics related to community-based services, systems, and relationships
- Partnered with Native CDFI’s to co-host virtual and in-person trainings and financial education webinars
- Led research and development for program strategy and innovation
- Managed internal and external program reporting, ensuring compliance with grant requirements
- Directed the development and evaluation of community development and leadership initiatives
- Delivered ongoing outreach and client-centered coaching to support trainers and program participants
- Maintained strong relationships with cultural bearers, centering their leadership in program design and execution
Technical Assistance & Training Coordinator
Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Built lasting relationships with Tribal partners and subject-matter experts across SD, ND, IA, and NE through site visits, events, and trainings
- Managed and tracked technical assistance requests and responses
- Communicated regularly with community partners on public health topics and events
- Led development and promotion of curricula and training materials, including the Tribal Public Health Liaison (TPHL) Program
- Partnered with Tribal and state colleges to support public health programs and events
- Contributed to the creation of promotional materials for events, the department website, and social media
- Conducted research on public health topics and subject-matter experts to expand GPTEC’s resource library
- Assisted in updating and maintaining the department website
- Supported agenda preparation, event logistics, evaluations, and training materials
- Contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of GPTEC’s goals, programs, and policy initiatives
Curatorial Assistant, Indigenous Art
Denver Art Museum
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Managed Indigenous collection in accordance with Tribal and institutional protocols
- Liaised between Indigenous artists and museum with support departments to ensure smooth coordination
- Led research visits and facilitated object handling for Tribal community members and researchers
- Promoted Indigenous Art events through strategic social media outreach
- Supported planning and execution of the annual Native Art Appreciation Dinner & Friendship Powwow
- Served as departmental representative in the curator’s absence
- Coordinated public programs, lectures, meetings, and departmental scheduling
Administrative Assistant & Museum Technician
Crazy Horse Memorial
08.2014 - 10.2016
- Chaired and coordinated annual participation of 125+ Native artists
- Managed nine museum programs and supported daily operations
- Trained interns in collections care, handling, and data management
- Facilitated artifact transfers from private ownership to museum stewardship
- Collaborated with curators to standardize data entry, research, and acquisition processing
- Served on artist selection committee for annual memorial art show
Youth Developer & ESL Teacher
Peace Corps
08.2008 - 11.2010
- Created the Peace Corps Morocco Art Resource Manual
- Coordinated cross-cultural activities and clubs
- Taught, developed, and collaborated on curricula for multi-level English communication classes at local youth centers reaching 50+ students, teachers, and community members
- Organized book drives to distribute English language book donations to local Moroccan schools and public libraries
Education
Masters of Arts - Rural Development
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Masters Certificate - Nonprofit Management
University of South Dakota
Bachelors in Art History - Studio
Kendall College of Art & Design
Skills
- Program management proficiency
- Data management and reporting
- Organizational strategy development
- Federal grant management
- Effective communication strategies
- Community engagement and support
- Relationship Building & Team Leadership
- Programming (Creation, Promotion, Implementation, Budgeting & Evaluation)
- Collaborative partnership management
- Public engagement strategies
- Effective relationship management
- Organizational capacity enhancement
- Software: Salesforce, Canva, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Mailchimp, Salesforce, Smartsheets, Surveymonkey, Google Suite, Donorperfect, CRM & Basecamp
- Problem-solving
- Project management
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic planning
- Decision-making
- Process improvement
- Project coordination
- Training and development
- Critical thinking
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Data collection & research
- Flexible and adaptable
- Team training and development
- Attention to detail
- Operations management
- Stakeholder communications
- Customer service
- Public speaking
- Good judgment
- Scheduling and planning
- Team development
- Change management
- Community outreach
- Business development
- Project lifecycle
- Documentation proficiency
- Scope management
- Remote team management
- Cultural sensitivity
- Resource management
- Strategic direction
- Event planning and execution
- Presentation creation and delivery
- Proficient in [software]
- Risk analysis and management
- Budget development
- Logistics operations
- Regulatory compliance
- Organizational performance
- Onsite customer support
- Contract development
- Partnerships and resource mobilization
- Vendor relationship management
- Work delegation
- Life cycle management
- Utilization management
- Budget coordination
- Employee scheduling
Affiliations
- Signal Return Board Member 2025 - Present
- Rapid City Arts Council Board Member 2019 - 2021
- Native P.O.P. Board Member 2019 - 2021
- Native P.O.P. Volunteer & Program Chair 2015 - 2019
- BushConnect Racing Magpie Cohort 2019
- Phi Kappa Phi Member 2014 - Present
- National Honour Society Member 2014 - Present
- National Peace Corps Association Member 2010 - Present
Timeline
Community Placemaking Program Manager
Housing Assistance Council
11.2022 - 05.2025
Tribal Public Health Training Coordinator
CDC Foundation
12.2021 - 11.2022
Program Manager of Community Development
First Peoples Fund
09.2019 - 06.2021
Technical Assistance & Training Coordinator
Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board
06.2017 - 06.2019
Curatorial Assistant, Indigenous Art
Denver Art Museum
11.2016 - 07.2017
Administrative Assistant & Museum Technician
Crazy Horse Memorial
08.2014 - 10.2016
Youth Developer & ESL Teacher
Peace Corps
08.2008 - 11.2010
Masters Certificate - Nonprofit Management
University of South Dakota
Bachelors in Art History - Studio
Kendall College of Art & Design
Masters of Arts - Rural Development
University of Alaska Fairbanks
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