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Ken Bell

Tigard,OR

Summary

Skilled and experienced executive with experience in both the public and private sectors. Former public school educator and administrator with a passion for opportunities for all. Bringing experience in K-12 education, construction management, and business development. Excel at building teams, encouraging collaboration, and development of strategic objectives.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Business Development

BRIC Architecture
07.2023 - Current
  • Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies.
  • Cultivated a culture of innovation within the team, fostering an environment of continuous improvement in marketing strategies and tactics.
  • Led competitive analysis efforts to identify trends and capitalize on emerging opportunities outside of firm's K-12 education and regional focus.

Executive Administrator of High Schools/Athletics

Beaverton School District
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Managed the operation of 12 high schools in large suburban school district.
  • Mentored school principals while liaising with district leadership and the school board of directors.

Director of Facilities and Operations

Sherwood School District
07.2019 - 08.2022
  • Managed a $247 million construction bond that included 5 separate projects.
  • Reorganized management structures and systems to streamline the district's operations.

High School Principal

Sherwood School District
07.2012 - 07.2019
  • Improved school''s overall performance by implementing innovative educational programs. (including a 98% graduation rate and the highest number of college credits earned in Oregon)


Education

Administrative Licensure - Education Administration

Portland State University
Portland, OR
2011

Master of Arts - Education

Lewis & Clark College
Portland, OR
1998

Bachelor of Arts - General Social Science

Portland State University
Portland, OR
1991

Skills

  • Strategic planning and implementation
  • Building structures and systems
  • Mentoring executive leaders
  • Team building and collaboration

Timeline

Director of Business Development

BRIC Architecture
07.2023 - Current

Executive Administrator of High Schools/Athletics

Beaverton School District
08.2022 - 07.2023

Director of Facilities and Operations

Sherwood School District
07.2019 - 08.2022

High School Principal

Sherwood School District
07.2012 - 07.2019

Administrative Licensure - Education Administration

Portland State University

Master of Arts - Education

Lewis & Clark College

Bachelor of Arts - General Social Science

Portland State University
Ken Bell