Jana NORRIS
Sherman
Summary
Dynamic President and Board member with a strong focus on community engagement and strategic alignment. Skilled in fostering collaboration, ensuring financial health, and implementing transparent decision-making processes to drive organizational success.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
President, Board of Trustees
Red River Unitarian Universalist Church
07.2024 - Current
- Facilitates strategic planning sessions to align church goals with community needs.
- Oversees budget management, ensuring financial health and resource allocation for programs.
- Coordinates outreach initiatives to enhance community engagement and membership growth.
- Leads volunteer recruitment efforts, fostering a collaborative environment for service projects.
Chair, Nominating Committee
Red River Unitarian Universalist Church
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Encouraged volunteer participation in church governance
- Conducted thorough reviews of organizational policies to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Board Secretary
Four Winds Homeowners Association
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Coordinated communication between board members and homeowners, enhancing transparency and community engagement.
- Maintained official records and documentation for board meetings, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Collaborated with Legal department to ensure compliance of Board activities, minimizing potential risks and liabilities associated with governance functions.
Attorney
Law Office of Jana Norris
11.1993 - 09.2006
- Developed and implemented strategic legal strategies to optimize case outcomes.
- Advocated for clients in complex litigation cases, ensuring comprehensive legal representation.
- Negotiated settlements on behalf of clients, balancing firm objectives with client needs.
Education
J.D. - Law
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA05-1993
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
The University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX05-1984
Skills
- Leadership team building
- Organizational leadership
- Strategic planning
- Integrity and ethics
- Project management
- Revenue generation
Timeline
President, Board of Trustees
Red River Unitarian Universalist Church
07.2024 - Current
Chair, Nominating Committee
Red River Unitarian Universalist Church
11.2022 - 06.2024
Board Secretary
Four Winds Homeowners Association
01.2012 - 12.2015
Attorney
Law Office of Jana Norris
11.1993 - 09.2006
J.D. - Law
University of California, Davis
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
The University of Texas At Dallas