Jennifer Cayea
South Salem,NY
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record as Board President at Lewisboro Library, enhancing board performance through strategic planning and fostering partnerships. Skilled in fundraising and problem-solving, I effectively navigated organizational changes while advocating for community engagement and collaboration. Committed to driving growth and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
2024
2024
years of professional experience
Work History
Board President
Lewisboro Library
South Salem, NY
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Evaluated library performance regularly to ensure optimal productivity and alignment with organizational goals.
- Provided strong leadership during times of change, successfully navigating organizational restructuring efforts.
- Enhanced board performance by implementing strategic planning and goal-setting processes.
- Promoted organizational growth by identifying and pursuing new partnership opportunities.
Committee Member
Lewisboro Town Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
South Salem, NY
01.2017 - 12.2023
- Attended committee meetings to propose, discuss and advance management and investment ideas.
- Collaborated with recreation department and fellow committee members to achieve consensus on key policy decisions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Evaluated progress towards established objectives, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective actions.
Chair
PARP (Pick a Reading Partner) Committee at Increase Miller Elementary
South Salem, NY
03.2014 - 03.2022
- Fostered relationships with stakeholders, promoting collaboration and partnership opportunities.
- Planned and oversaw events and promotion in accordance with goals of the initiative.
- Worked closely with head librarian and principal in decision-making.
- Represented the organization at public events, advocating for its mission and values in the community.
Literary Agent
Avenue A Literary
New York, NY
2006 - 2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Developed and edited manuscripts for submission to publishers.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively with authors and editors .
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships with authors and industry.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing Arts
SUNY Oswego
Oswego, NYSkills
- Strategic visioning
- Meeting facilitation
- Fundraising expertise
- Strategic leadership
- Problem-solving
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
Timeline
Board President
Lewisboro Library
01.2022 - 12.2023
Committee Member
Lewisboro Town Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
01.2017 - 12.2023
Chair
PARP (Pick a Reading Partner) Committee at Increase Miller Elementary
03.2014 - 03.2022
Literary Agent
Avenue A Literary
2006 - 2018
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing Arts
SUNY Oswego