Kandyss B. Torrence

Company Overview: Established in 2000 as an independent taxing authority to provide leadership, advocacy, and resources necessary to enhance the lives of the children of Broward County. The CSC funds over a hundred programs that serve children and families within Broward County.

• Lead strategic capacity-building initiatives aligned with building community and connection; manage $150K+ training budget and multiple consultant contracts
• Design and implement needs assessments to inform grantmaking and technical assistance strategies
• Facilitate cross-sector collaboration through workshops, community events, and youth engagement programs
• Spearhead special projects advancing fairness, including Emancipatory Research, Countering Antisemitism in the Workplace, Ready Set Grow Capacity Building Workshop and Black Philanthropy Month Reception
• Manage internal affinity groups, external caucuses, and community initiatives related to belonging and inclusion
• Produce high-impact content for stakeholder communications, including newsletters, flyers, and mass emails

Company Overview: One of the top community colleges in the nation with the third-largest enrollment within the Florida College System, serving more than 52,000 students, offering over 140 programs including certificates, associate, and bachelor’s degrees throughout South Florida campuses and online.

• Foster collaborative learning environments and mentor students to achieve academic and professional goals
• Create dynamic, student-centered learning environments through interactive activities and real-world applications
• Support student success through consistent mentorship, constructive feedback, and open communication
• Deliver a diverse portfolio of business courses, including business communications, entrepreneurship, human resources, marketing, and strategic management

Company Overview: Founded in 1975 as an affiliate of the National Urban League, the Urban League of Broward County is a community-based organization dedicated to advancing the lives of nearly 14,000 individuals annually through six verticals of service; education, entrepreneurship, jobs, community justice, housing, and health.

• Directed grant-funded health initiatives with a $120K+ budget, overseeing program delivery, reporting, and vendor management
• Built strategic partnerships with local municipalities, faith-based, and other organizations to expand program reach
• Developed community health communications and managed program deliverables to improve outcomes in underserved populations
• Produced electronic communications featuring chronic disease data, nutrition tips, and wellness events
• Collaboratively led organization-wide wellness initiatives to foster a healthier workplace culture

Company Overview: A leading cancer-fighting community-based non-profit committed to saving lives by helping people stay well and get well, by finding cures, and by fighting back with a vision of ending cancer.

• Managed logistics and stakeholder engagement for major events, including Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Streamlined volunteer coordination, data tracking, and participant support to improve efficiency. Designed outreach collateral and maintained digital platforms to enhance branding and engagement. Managed donations, team webpages, and vendor communications, while utilizing database systems for RSVP tracking, email campaigns, invoicing, and reporting. Delivered comprehensive on-site support, including registration, donation processing, and event setup.

Company Overview: An established dance academy serving the South Florida area, committed to providing access to dance classes and choreography for children and adults.

• Business operations leader directing core functions including accounting, communications, human resources, marketing, and strategic planning. Cultivated dance programming, including class scheduling, instructor coordination, and promotional content. Managed CRM database, website, and social media to enhance brand visibility and client engagement. Negotiated contracts with municipalities and partners to expand service reach and secure strategic partnerships. Produced and executed annual performances, handling logistics, ticketing, promotions, and stakeholder coordination.

Company Overview: A company of CIGNA Healthcare known for its comprehensive portfolio of health, pharmacy, behavioral, dental, disability, life, accident, and international businesses.

• Market Research Senior Associate - Delivered data analytics for a 100,000+ employee clientele and sales force to support strategic decisions and performance insights. Managed the company intranet via SharePoint and published monthly newsletters using Publisher to strengthen internal communications. Led training sessions and fulfilled ad hoc reporting requests for sales and support teams.
• Sales/Marketing Communications Analyst - Team lead for sales support operations, overseeing daily assignments and executing complex dental network analyses to drive strategic decision-making. Created accessibility reports for prospective and existing clients, supporting business development and retention. Developed and maintained standard operating procedures and training documentation to ensure consistency and efficiency across reporting tools.

Company Overview: A fully accredited, private, not-for-profit, research university dedicated to providing high-quality educational programs through 12 colleges across 11 campus locations.

• Conference Services Assistant - Coordinated event logistics, managed registration and payment systems, and supported marketing initiatives for continuing education programs.
• Human Resources Benefits Assistant - Administered comprehensive employee benefits, including health, dental, retirement plans, and leave programs. Facilitated new hire orientations, resolved claims and billing inquiries, and maintained compliance through audits and accurate documentation.

Company Overview: Broward Health, formally the North Broward Hospital District, is one of the 10 largest public health systems in the U.S.

• Experienced public health and administrative professional providing cross-functional support across Strategic Planning, Marketing, and Publications. Managed community data, benchmarking, and dashboards to improve decision-making and operational efficiency. Provided administrative and marketing support across multiple medical centers, including event coordination. Conducted strategic research and demographic analysis to guide outreach and service planning, and authored publications to communicate organizational impact.