John F. Johnson
Pace,FL
Summary
Dynamic executive with a proven track record at Opening Doors Northwest FL Inc., driving strategic planning and fundraising initiatives that expanded service reach by 40%. Expert in comprehensive financial management and stakeholder engagement, fostering partnerships that enhance community impact and organizational sustainability. Committed to empowering teams and optimizing program effectiveness.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director
Opening Doors Northwest FL Inc.
Pensacola, USA
06.2011 - 11.2023
- Led a team of twenty-two professionals, managing an annual budget of over $5 million.
- Served as the primary architect and executor of a comprehensive five-year strategic plan, resulting in a 40% expansion of service reach and a 25% increase in annual philanthropic support.
- Built strong relationships with board members, donors, and community leaders to ensure long-term organizational sustainability, utilizing performance data to guide engagement efforts.
- Partnered with finance teams to track, analyze, and forecast business unit financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making for periods ranging from one to three years.
- Converted operational data into comprehensive financial analyses and business cases, enabling informed, strategic business decisions.
- Identified opportunities for cost reduction and optimization while maintaining high service quality within the organization’s geographic scope.
- Developed financial and performance dashboards to facilitate data-driven decision-making across the organization.
- Directed workforce planning, capacity modeling, and resource allocation to address evolving business needs.
- Oversaw forecasting and scheduling processes to optimize operational efficiency while upholding service standards.
- Managed a successful capital campaign, raising $1 million to support significant facility expansion projects.
- Implemented advanced program evaluation systems, which substantially improved performance measurement and reporting accuracy.
- A leading regional nonprofit dedicated to advancing the goals of the state of Florida and the Department of Housing and Urban Development within a social service delivery area.
Project Manager and Data Specialist Director
EscaRosa Homeless Coalition, Inc.
Pensacola, USA
08.2007 - 09.2011
- Directed multi-site social service programs, driving a 30% increase in participant engagement through focused outreach and curriculum improvements.
- Established and maintained collaborative partnerships with healthcare providers and community organizations to enhance service delivery.
- Developed and implemented robust data tracking mechanisms to measure and improve program effectiveness and outcomes.
Supervisor
Lakeview Center Community Based Behavioral Health Inc.
Pensacola, USA
05.2000 - 08.2007
- Managed operations for multiple programs serving more than 1,000 youth annually, ensuring quality and consistency across all initiatives.
- Secured over $1 million in grant funding and launched innovative donor engagement strategies to diversify revenue streams.
- Supervised program managers and led ongoing professional development initiatives to build staff capacity and increase organizational effectiveness.
- Collaborated with municipal agencies and educational institutions to broaden program access and enhance community impact.
United States Army
01.1988 - 01.1995
- Honorably Discharged.
- Managed coordination of equipment and mission supplies worth over $5 million.
Education
Master of Public Administration (MPA) -
Troy State University
Troy, AL12-2000
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Troy State University
Troy, AL08-1999
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Organizational Vision
- Fundraising
- Grant Acquisition
- Donor Development
- Board Relations
- Governance
- Comprehensive Financial Management
- Community Outreach
- Advocacy
- Program Design
- Implementation
- Evaluation
- Executive Team Leadership
- Staff Development
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Partnership Building
- Organizational Change Management
Certification
Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Director
Opening Doors Northwest FL Inc.
06.2011 - 11.2023
Project Manager and Data Specialist Director
EscaRosa Homeless Coalition, Inc.
08.2007 - 09.2011
Supervisor
Lakeview Center Community Based Behavioral Health Inc.
05.2000 - 08.2007
United States Army
01.1988 - 01.1995
Master of Public Administration (MPA) -
Troy State University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Troy State University