Joellen Ammann
Canoga Park,CA
Summary
Passionate Community Outreach Coordinator with anin-depth understanding of marketing strategies, community relations techniques, and workflow organization. Top-notch planning and problem-solving skills. Looking for adynamic new role with room for career growth. Hardworking community program leader with advanced presentation skills, event planning expertise, and project coordination experience. Successful at fundraising within the community, tracking program information, and managing annual planning procedures.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director
Valley Cultural Center
Woodland Hills, CA
06.2013 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and development.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
- Managed the organization's financial resources and operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Provided oversight of all departments to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Created a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and encourages employee engagement.
- Organized regular meetings with board members to discuss progress on initiatives and solicit feedback.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote the organization's mission throughout the community.
- Evaluated existing programs for improvement opportunities while identifying new program ideas based on market analysis.
- Secured funding from public and private sources through grant writing activities or other fundraising efforts.
- Reviewed monthly financial statements for accuracy before presenting them for approval by the board of directors.
Director of Community Relations
Canoga Park West Hills Chamber of Commerce
Canoga Park, CA
11.2008 - 04.2020
- Organized and directed numerous outreach events to engage the public in community activities.
- Established partnerships with local government agencies, non-profits, and businesses to support initiatives within the community.
- Developed and implemented effective strategies to increase positive relationships with the local community.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment efforts to attract new volunteers for various projects.
- Organized meetings with key stakeholders to discuss ideas, initiatives, and opportunities related to improving community relations.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys, CA05-1996
Skills
- Permits
- Plot Plans
- Community Outreach
- Volunteer Management
- Partnership Development
- Campaign Management
- Government relations
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Account Management
- Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Crisis Management
- Logistics
- Strategic Planning
Certification
- NON-Profit Leader of the Year - Assemblyman Jesse Gabriel's office- 2024
- Community Leader Award- Councilman Bob Blumenfield Council District 3-2023
- Community Leader Award-Congressman Brad Sherman-2023
Affiliations
Board Secretary
VTAC-VTD, Fundraising Board for LAPD
- Serve as secretary on three different boards, including VTAC-VTD, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds and supporting the Los Angeles Police Department.
Community Engagement Leader
- Co-founded a large community Facebook page, now serving over 18,000 members, focused on local events, public safety, and crime updates.
Co-Chair, Memorial Day Parade
San Fernando Valley
- Oversee all logistics for the only Memorial Day parade in the San Fernando Valley, ensuring smooth execution of the event and community involvement.
Timeline
Executive Director
Valley Cultural Center
06.2013 - Current
Director of Community Relations
Canoga Park West Hills Chamber of Commerce
11.2008 - 04.2020
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Los Angeles Valley College