Jason S. Jude
Washington
Summary
Knowledgeable Executive with proven track record in driving operational excellence and leading transformative initiatives. Successfully managed cross-functional teams and streamlined processes to enhance productivity and efficiency. Demonstrated ability to implement strategic plans and foster collaborative environments to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Teams (Chief of Staff)
Us Helping Us, People into Living, Inc.
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided strategic leadership and operational oversight for a $10.8M nonprofit focused on health equity and community empowerment.
- Directed organizational planning, capacity-building initiatives, and performance management to drive long-term impact and growth.
- Cultivated donor relationships and oversaw stewardship of $5M+ in government grants; ensured ongoing compliance with complex funding streams.
- Served as liaison to the Board of Directors, managing all Board operations, communications, and committee formation.
- Acted as executive representative in strategic partnerships, including public agencies and funders.
- Led internal systems transformation including SharePoint migration and team realignment to support expansion.
- Recruited, onboarded, and developed over 30 new staff as part of a significant capacity initiative tied to grant performance metrics.
Community Engagement Manager
Unite Us
07.2020 - 05.2023
- Led stakeholder engagement for government agencies, healthcare networks, and nonprofits across the Mid-Atlantic region.
- Managed cross-functional teams that secured a $2M+ grant from the Maryland Department of Education.
- Surpassed outreach goals by 102%, building a social service network of over 200 community partners.
- Designed onboarding and training for new partners to ensure adoption and long-term integration of the Unite Us platform.
- Developed scalable engagement strategies aligned with public health and social service infrastructure.
- Streamlined processes for event coordination, reducing logistical challenges and increasing overall efficiency in executing community-focused initiatives.
- Served as a public spokesperson at events, articulating organizational values while cultivating positive relationships with key stakeholders.
- Enhanced community engagement by implementing diverse outreach programs tailored to various demographics.
Chief Operating Officer and Director of Community Engagement
Imby Community
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Managed all operational functions, including budgeting, compliance, people ops, and strategic planning.
- Built and executed a DC-area stakeholder strategy, positioning the organization as a key player in urban health and housing.
- Served as internal Chief of Staff—developed goals, KPIs, and dashboards for cross-departmental alignment.
- Represented the CEO at public meetings, strengthening partnerships with local leaders and funders.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by developing policies in line with industry best practices to mitigate risks associated with legal or ethical violations.
Executive Director
Making Every Vote Count
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Led a dual-entity nonprofit (501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4)), overseeing strategy, operations, and fundraising.
- Built cross-state public engagement campaigns, including legislative advocacy resulting in a successful Maryland Senate bill.
- Directed multidisciplinary teams including lobbyists, consultants, and legal counsel.
- Revitalized donor engagement and communications, increasing website traffic by 80% and doubling the supporter base.
- Created and implemented fundraising strategies targeting individual, foundation, and institutional donors.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
Regional Field Director
Hillary Clinton for America and Tammy Duckworth, U.S. Senate
01.2016
- Managed two field offices with 100+ staff and a seven-figure operating budget.
- Designed and executed GOTV strategies that exceeded goals by 107%, expanding field capacity 3x in two weeks.
- Built and maintained relationships with community stakeholders and civic leaders.
Special Projects Attorney
Self-employeed
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Led trial preparation teams on behalf of firms such as Covington and Burling.
- Provided vital legal research in areas such as government contracts, pharmaceutical transactions, financial regulations, and international arbitrations.
- Excelled in the use of a variety of legal technologies such as Relativity, Ringtail, and Concordance.
- Managed and reviewed the work of trial teams.
Education
Juris Doctor -
New York Law School
New York, NYBachelor of Arts - Political Science
Middlebury College
Middlebury, VTSkills
- Strategic Leadership
- Nonprofit Fundraising
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Board Relations
- Government & Community Relations
- Donor Cultivation
- Mission-Driven Program Design
- Budget Oversight
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Nonprofit Operations
- Policy & Advocacy
- Organizational Growth Strategy
- Staff Development & Culture
- Communications Oversight
- Nonprofit Financial Management
- Operations management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Process improvement
Websites
Timeline
Chief of Teams (Chief of Staff)
Us Helping Us, People into Living, Inc.
01.2024 - 06.2025
Community Engagement Manager
Unite Us
07.2020 - 05.2023
Chief Operating Officer and Director of Community Engagement
Imby Community
08.2019 - 07.2020
Executive Director
Making Every Vote Count
01.2019 - 08.2019
Regional Field Director
Hillary Clinton for America and Tammy Duckworth, U.S. Senate
01.2016
Special Projects Attorney
Self-employeed
01.2011 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Middlebury College
Juris Doctor -
New York Law School
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