Jennifer Lynn Fay
Washington,United States
Summary
Accomplished Chief Operating Officer with extensive experience at Senate Leadership Fund, recognized for excellence in strategic planning and cross-functional team coordination. Proven ability to manage operations effectively while driving innovation and ensuring fiscal responsibility, resulting in heightened efficiencies. Demonstrates expertise in information technology management and strategic partnerships, complemented by a strong focus on leadership and organizational development. Committed to leveraging these skills to propel organizations toward sustained growth and profitability.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Senate Leadership Fund, One Nation, American Crossroads & Crossroads GPS
Washington, D.C.
08.2011 - Current
- Company Overview: Manages operations for best-in-class Super PAC and issue advocacy nonprofit
- Manages operations for best-in-class Super PAC and issue advocacy nonprofit
- Helps plan and implement biennial $400 million budgets for political and advocacy investments while maintaining strict discipline over overhead costs
- Reviews and approves all expenditures and coordinates with senior management team on cashflow decision-making
- Responsible for hiring and onboarding staff, generating annual compensation plans, and ensuring compliance with employment policies
- Maintains all office equipment and information technology
- Developed cost-effective healthcare plan and 401(k) benefit for employees
- Worked with general counsel to develop employee handbook and other human resource tools
- Led a successful office relocation, including acquisition and buildout of new office space, negotiating lease terms, selection and oversight of contractors, deciding on layout plans and furnishings, and ensuring a seamless move, both on-time and under budget
- Manages operations for best-in-class Super PAC and issue advocacy nonprofit
Board of Directors Member
Suited for Change
Washington, DC
12.2020 - 12.2023
- Attended board meetings, participated in discussions, and voted on important matters.
- Assessed risks associated with proposed plans or strategies before making recommendations to the board.
- Advised on corporate governance policies and procedures.
- Monitored performance metrics for effectiveness of operations within established parameters.
- Reviewed financial statements and other documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Provided advice and counsel on issues related to corporate strategy.
Director of Operations
J.A. Green & Company, LLC
10.2008 - 08.2011
- Company Overview: A government affairs company
- Responsible for the management and operation of this government affairs company, including all budgeting of resources, client billing, purchasing of equipment and human resource functions
- Participated in hiring decisions
- Created and implemented a strategic plan to align the company with the federal legislative cycle and ensured efficient communication between clients and government officials
- Maintained all information technology equipment and resolved all related issues
- Interfaced with clients to ensure their needs are addressed
- Created presentations and business plans for potential clients
- A government affairs company
Scheduler
United States Senate
Washington, D.C.
05.2006 - 10.2008
- Evaluated all meeting requests, invitations and communications for the Senator and ensured selection reflects the Senator's priorities and official duties
- Responsible for orchestrating both state and national activities and all domestic and international travel for the Senator
- Coordinated with and served as liaison to numerous other offices in the Senate, House of Representatives, White House, Presidential Campaigns, other government agencies, and the private sector regarding both scheduling and policy issues
- Managed and prioritized the Senator's schedule in an ever-changing environment that involved sensitive, competing interests
- Coordinated and performed a variety of operational support activities for the office
- Provided 24-hour support to the Senator, staff and other offices
Scheduler & Office Manager
United States House of Representatives
Washington, D.C.
11.2003 - 05.2006
- Hired as Staff Assistant and promoted to Scheduler and Office Manager
- Managed the Members' Representational Allowance of 1.3 million dollars by producing quarterly budget reports and projections
- Managed all office expenses while ensuring reimbursement of both the Member and office staff
- Collected, organized and formatted financial documents to produce annual Financial Disclosure
- Responsible for Congresswoman’s short term and long term schedule
- Prioritized daily activities and communications
- Assisted in personnel selection and conducted interviews for potential office staff
- Responsible for Systems Administrative duties, ensuring that all computer equipment, supplies and communication devices were readily available and functioning properly
Press Assistant
United States House of Representatives
Washington, D.C.
10.2003 - 10.2003
- Coordinated official press inquiries, responses and releases regarding various official issues
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management and Marketing
University of Kentucky, School of Business
Lexington, KY05.2003
Skills
- Information technology management
- Logistics management
- Facilities management
- Workforce planning
- Corporate governance
- Innovation management
- Corporate social responsibility
- Human resources management
- Strategic partnerships
- Operations management
- Cross-functional team coordination
- Organizational development
- Fiscal oversight
- Operations administration
- Planning and execution
- Compliance management
- Business development
- Performance management
- Strategic planning
- Executive leadership
- Policy development
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Financial management
- Risk management
- Recruitment and retention
- Operations oversight
- Contract negotiation
- Personnel development
- Benefits administration
Timeline
Board of Directors Member
Suited for Change
12.2020 - 12.2023
Chief Operating Officer
Senate Leadership Fund, One Nation, American Crossroads & Crossroads GPS
08.2011 - Current
Director of Operations
J.A. Green & Company, LLC
10.2008 - 08.2011
Scheduler
United States Senate
05.2006 - 10.2008
Scheduler & Office Manager
United States House of Representatives
11.2003 - 05.2006
Press Assistant
United States House of Representatives
10.2003 - 10.2003
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management and Marketing
University of Kentucky, School of Business
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