KAREN CUMMINGS
Union,MO
Summary
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. Results-driven Chief Operating Officer drives performance improvements and leads strategic initiatives. Skilled manager of cross-departmental activities with adaptive communication of organizational objectives. Develops and executes innovative strategies for stimulating growth and service quality.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
The Core Collective at Saint Vincent
12.2016 - Current
- Project Manager start to current role as Chief Operating Officer.
- Oversee day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
- Supervise Facilities & Maintenance, Reception, Quality & Data and Training departments.
- Manage special projects at various stages from conception through execution.
- Collaborate with executive team members on strategic initiatives.
- Collect statistics, perform research, organize and prepare documentation as needed for multiple funders, accreditation and licensing.
- Ensure agency safety and compliance.
- Chair Continuous Quality Improvement Committee.
- Manage crisis response to minimize potential negative impacts on company.
- Conduct interviews for Human Resources, audit employee files, perform background checks, handle employee investigations and corrective action plans.
- Serve as recorder for Board of Trustees and committees.
- Monitor budgets and incoming receipts and accounts payable/check signing.
- Create and update facility policy and procedures.
- Manage procurement activities to secure resource acquisitions at best possible cost.
- Facilitate medical and historical record requests.
- Solicit donors and assist with fundraisers.
- Grant writing and monitoring experience.
- Take on additional roles in addition to my position due to vacancies in staff.
Fundraising Consultant
Heartland Resurgence Impact
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Prepared fundraising plan and goals.
- Planned and implemented fundraising events.
Consultant
Missourians for Randles: Fundraiser/Scheduling Consultant to Bev Randles, Candidate for Missouri Lieutenant Governor
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Directed fundraising, statewide event planning and scheduling for Lt. Governor campaign.
- Managed team of campaign staff and statewide volunteers.
- Maintained donor databases.
Executive Assistant to Rachel Keller/Event Coordinator & Fundraiser
First Rule and Pelopidas, LLC/Keller Capital Group
08.2002 - 08.2015
- Maintained and developed client relationships with lobbyists, business leaders, elected officials, organizations and non-profits.
- Served as C-Suite Assistant to campaign candidates.
- Planned and executed statewide fundraisers.
- Developed and implemented fundraising plans and campaign strategies.
- Solicited contributions, large donations and auction items.
- Managed public and private databases for numerous organizations,
- Performed executive assistant duties as needed for principals.
- Maintained multi-staff calendars, travel arrangements and private jet flights.
- Completed portions of feasibility studies and secured board members for newly formed organizations.
- Maintained security lists.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
Field Project Coordinator - SAFE
University of Missouri
10.2000 - 04.2002
- Formed social action and locality development coalitions in communities.
- Drafted and maintained action plans and budgets for coalitions.
- Monitored and responded to local media.
- Planned and organized local family/teen events.
- Served as tobacco specialist to schools in Missouri.
- Coordinated activities with the American Cancer Society and American Lung Association.
- Recorded research data and prepared weekly reports for the university.
Sales/Office Management – Part Time
AQM Computer Help
08.1999 - 09.2000
- Developed relations with manufacturers throughout the computer industry.
- Prepared sales quotes for businesses, schools and general public.
- Prepared technicians’ schedules.
- Answered customer support calls.
- Monitored inventory in and out of business.
- Responsible for monthly billing and deposits.
Office Administration – Part Time
Union Area Chamber of Commerce
10.1998 - 07.1999
- Planned and organized the City Children’s Halloween Party, City Children’s Christmas Party, DSA Banquet, Home Show, Founders Day, Franklin County Youth Fair, and Golf Tournament.
- Responsible for administrative activities and daily office operations of the Chamber and local tag office.
Senior Customer Service Representative
Office of Governor George W. Bush
09.1995 - 06.1998
- Supervised and coordinated activities of customer service representatives.
- Assisted with the development and supervision of office procedures.
- Received phone calls on the Governor’s Citizens’ Assistance Hotline.
- Conducted casework by phone and correspondence.
- Acted as a liaison between the Governor’s office and state agencies to address constituents’ concerns.
- Prepared, analyzed, and distributed weekly status reports.
- Designed and updated computer database of resources.
- Maintained reference materials and files.
- Prepared office memoranda.
- Referred constituents to appropriate agencies and associations.
- Maintained databases for all constituents’ calls.
- Greeted constituents, state officials, and foreign consulates.
- Prepared criminal justice letters, proclamations and constituent letters.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Southwest Texas State University
San Marcos, TX01.1994
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office/SharePoint/Teams, Quatro Pro, QuickBooks, Q&A, Concur, Nexonia, Integrated Payroll Systems, WordPress, e-Tapestry and FileMaker Pro
- Experience as Facebook, Twitter and Constant Contact administrator
- Notary State of Missouri
- Additional skills: Mission Matters, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Trauma-Informed Care
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
The Core Collective at Saint Vincent
12.2016 - Current
Fundraising Consultant
Heartland Resurgence Impact
09.2015 - 09.2016
Consultant
Missourians for Randles: Fundraiser/Scheduling Consultant to Bev Randles, Candidate for Missouri Lieutenant Governor
09.2015 - 08.2016
Executive Assistant to Rachel Keller/Event Coordinator & Fundraiser
First Rule and Pelopidas, LLC/Keller Capital Group
08.2002 - 08.2015
Field Project Coordinator - SAFE
University of Missouri
10.2000 - 04.2002
Sales/Office Management – Part Time
AQM Computer Help
08.1999 - 09.2000
Office Administration – Part Time
Union Area Chamber of Commerce
10.1998 - 07.1999
Senior Customer Service Representative
Office of Governor George W. Bush
09.1995 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Social Work -
Southwest Texas State University
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