Kelly Coker

Work History

Executive Director

Phillips University, Inc. (PU) and Phillips University Legacy Foundation (PULF)

Enid , OK

2010.04 - 2021.04

Managed financial, operational, fundraising and programmatic leadership of two nonprofits in order to facilitate perpetuity
From 2010-2013, spearheaded financial turnaround of both organizations by reducing expenses by 45% and increasing working capital from 6 months to more than 60 months
Successfully merged PU and PULF in October 2020, with a total of $5.4 million in assets, including a $1 million endowment
Coordinated budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
Negotiated mineral leases and sales to a final price an average of 60% higher than the original offer
Examples of notable outliers include: 1. Negotiated single mineral track lease offer of $35,000 into multi-track lease deal at $450,000 and 2. Negotiated mineral sale from $650,000 to final price of $1,100,000
Established and upheld measurable and qualitative benchmarks, criteria, and norms for assessing each programs efficiency and effectiveness, pinpointing areas for improvement
Retained a diverse and exceptionally skilled team due to established procedures of recruitment, onboarding, professional growth and leadership development
Worked closely with Board of Directors to guide operational strategy
Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies
Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.

Managing Agent

Coker Partner Group, LLC dba Bedlam Technology Solutions

Enid , OK

2003.01 - 2011.05

Researched and analyzed cities greater than 50,000 to ascertain most productive region for new start-up small business
Marketed the phrase “Computer Service Means Customer Service” and became the #1 computer repair provider in Northwest Oklahoma
Established strong customer relationships, building recommendations and loyalty.
De-escalated and resolved customer complaints to maintain professional relationships.
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
Opened Bedlam Technology Solutions in March 2004 and sold it in April 2011.

Program Administrator

Phillips University, Inc. (PU) and Phillips University Legacy Foundation (PULF)

Enid , OK

2005.09 - 2010.03

Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission
Instituted process of checks and balances for batch processing of donor gifts
Spearheaded data conversion that merged three data systems into one donor system
Planned and executed annual 4 ½ day Leadership Development Conference ensuring that each year was better than the last.
Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
Developed and implemented marketing strategies to promote program awareness and participation.
Negotiated program contracts and agreements to obtain cost-effective pricing.
Developed and implemented program evaluation systems to assess program impact.
Identified opportunities to streamline processes and improve office operations and efficiency.

Organized and updated databases, records and other information resources.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Executive Director

Managing Agent

Program Administrator

Skills

Education

Nonprofit Continuing Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Education Certifications

Work Availability

Timeline

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