Kimberly Salley, MBA
Summary
Highly accomplished, mission-driven Executive Director with over 20 years of experience leading community-based organizations. Proven track record of success in governance, operational leadership, and strategic management. Expertise in nonprofit administration and program development, ensuring effective board engagement and the delivery of mission-aligned services. Committed to fostering organizational growth, cultivating emerging leaders, and maximizing impact for youth, families, and underserved communities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director - Administration
Sunshine Gospel Ministries
Chicago
09.2020 - Current
- Leads strategic and operational initiatives for mission-driven, community-based organization, enhancing local residents' voice, agency, and empowerment.
- Serves as chief liaison to Board of Directors, providing data-informed insights to shape decision-making in strategic planning, financial stewardship, and community engagement.
Managing Partner, Treasurer
Her Legacy, LLC
11.2018 - Current
Director, Youth Outreach
Sunshine Gospel Ministries
Chicago
11.2019 - 08.2020
Regional Director, Collaborative Partnerships
Young Life
Chicagoland Region
10.2016 - 11.2019
Area Director, Chicago South Suburban
Young Life
Chicago
01.2012 - 05.2019
Founder/CEO, Non-Profit Sector
Jabez Ministries & Consulting
Chicago Heights
07.2007 - 08.2014
U.S. Programs Manager
World Vision
Chicago
09.2009 - 12.2011
Education
Masters in Business Administration - Public/Non Profit Management, Management & Organization, Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University
Evanston, ILBachelors of Business Administration - Accounting
Howard University
Washington, D.C.Executive Certificate - Diversity and Inclusion
Cornell University
Ithaca, NYSkills
- Salesforce
- GATA and other Government CRMs
- Bloomerang
- Quickbooks
- MS Office Suite
Community Involvement & Volunteer Experience
- United Conference for Women, Detroit, Michigan, Board Treasurer: February 2025 - Present
- YoungLives, Chicagoland Region, Board Member: January 2020 - December 2024
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, JASSAC Chapter, Assistant Treasurer: June 2019 - June 2023
Other
- New York Covenant Church, New Rochelle, NY, Co-Founder, Church Plant, 1998-2001
- New Life Christian Fellowship, Chicago Heights, IL, Co-Founder, Church Plant, 2002- present
Timeline
Executive Director - Administration
Sunshine Gospel Ministries
09.2020 - Current
Director, Youth Outreach
Sunshine Gospel Ministries
11.2019 - 08.2020
Managing Partner, Treasurer
Her Legacy, LLC
11.2018 - Current
Regional Director, Collaborative Partnerships
Young Life
10.2016 - 11.2019
Area Director, Chicago South Suburban
Young Life
01.2012 - 05.2019
U.S. Programs Manager
World Vision
09.2009 - 12.2011
Founder/CEO, Non-Profit Sector
Jabez Ministries & Consulting
07.2007 - 08.2014
Masters in Business Administration - Public/Non Profit Management, Management & Organization, Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University
Bachelors of Business Administration - Accounting
Howard University
Executive Certificate - Diversity and Inclusion
Cornell University