Justin Sofio
Toronto,OH
Summary
Passionate about Honeybees and their silent but effective impact in our daily lives through our food systems. I founded and now run full time a non profit, Youth Bee Works that seeks to spread The Wonder of Honeybees!
youthbeeworks.com
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Youth Bee Works
Steubenville, OH
03.2016 - Current
- Developed a team of honeybee eduction instructors to expand our school program outreach.
- Launched the honeybee hive sponsorship for individuals, businesses and schools.
- Personally involved with honeybee presentations and curriculum development on the importance of honeybees in agriculture.
- Developed honey health presentation on benefits of local honey both for your health and supporting the local economy
- Grew our honeybee education programs to the states of Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania.
Director of Development
St. Paul Center
Steubenville, OH
01.2016 - 03.2020
- Responsible for fundraising strategies and development team build out
- Successfully hit campaign goals of 6 mil a year
- Successfully hired additional major gift officers and team members who supported teh gift officers in their roles.
- Led a team into a great working environment that saw real results executed upon.
Educator
Direction for Our Times
Co. Cavan, Ireland
04.2010 - 02.2016
- Focused on human development education
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Helped students explore human development concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities
- Understanding of Positive thinking skills, boundaries, self awareness etc..
Education
BS Economics
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Steubenville, OH05-2010
Skills
- Beekeeper
- Educator
- Candle maker
- Gardener
- Farming
- Animal Husbandry
Timeline
Executive Director
Youth Bee Works
03.2016 - Current
Director of Development
St. Paul Center
01.2016 - 03.2020
Educator
Direction for Our Times
04.2010 - 02.2016
BS Economics
Franciscan University of Steubenville