Kristal White Granados
Bermuda Dunes
Summary
Seasoned non-profit leader with proven track record in steering organizations toward success through strategic planning and effective management. Skilled in building cohesive teams, driving innovation, and enhancing operational efficiency to achieve business objectives. Experienced in financial oversight, operations management, and team leadership. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability to drive organizational success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director of Strategy
Inland Southern California United Way
07.2023 - Current
- Responsible for strategic revenue development to support Housing, Education, Health, and Economic Mobility programs that serve one million residents annually throughout the Inland Empire.
- As a steward of the corporate brand, responsible for protecting and growing the reputation of the organization, ensuring Inland SoCal United Way is a champion of equity and diversity.
- Lead fundraising efforts through multiple channels including annual giving campaigns, corporate gifts, foundation grants, external events, and individual donor gifts to exceed annual revenue goals
- Created a comprehensive approach to organizational development, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance metrics.
Chief Executive Officer
United Way of the Desert
Palm Desert
10.2013 - 06.2023
- Led the organization’s transition from strictly fundraising and grant-making to a Collective Community Impact model
- Implemented a Results Based Accountability framework, with creation of local strategy maps and identifying community goals, designed with measurable outcomes of success
- Drove company vision with collaborative employee engagement techniques and strategic leadership.
- Established and oversaw strategic business actions and streamlined operations.
- Oversaw budgetary and financial activities and implemented strategies to grow business and donor relationships.
- Increased productivity by creating new policies, objectives and procedures to streamline operations.
- Managed relationships with shareholders, stakeholders, donors, and other key constituents.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Oversaw all aspects of financial management, including budgeting and forecasting.
- Led strategic planning and execution to enhance profitability and company growth.
- Enhanced operational efficiencies through process optimization and resource allocation.
Assistant Vice President Business Development Officer/Branch Service Manager
First Foundation Bank
Palm Desert
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Responsible for all aspects of branch operations, audit preparation, and staffing.
- Monitored departmental performance metrics to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
- Maintained up-to-date records of personnel files including performance reviews, disciplinary actions.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Compiled operational and risk reports detailing financial metrics to help management make proactive decisions.
- Evaluated existing processes for effectiveness and implemented improvements when necessary.
- Worked with regulatory representatives to complete accurate filings and maintain compliance.
Assistant Vice President/Store Manager
Wells Fargo Bank
Rancho Mirage
01.2004 - 12.2010
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members while maintaining professional relationships.
Education
Certificate Completion - Results Based Accountability
Anne E. Casey Foundation, FEED Leadership Program
12.2017
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Operations strategy
- Executive communication
- Management team leadership
- Financial management
Community Service
- Lift to Rise, Founding Member and Board Chair, 01/01/15 - 12/31/20
- Priority One Coachella Valley, Advisory Member, 2021
- RAP Foundation, Consultant, 01/01/21 - Present
- Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce, Board Secretary and Vice Chair, 01/01/15, 12/31/20
Affiliations
- Community service and leadership in board roles with multiple non-profit organizations
- Consultant to multiple non-profits in implementing Results Based Accountability framework
Accomplishments
- Nominated for Business Woman of the Year for Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce, 2017
- Nominated for Non-Profit of the Year, Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce, 2016-2018
Certification
- Certification of Non-Profit Management, University of California Riverside, 2016
Languages
Sign Language
Limited
Timeline
Executive Director of Strategy
Inland Southern California United Way
07.2023 - Current
Chief Executive Officer
United Way of the Desert
10.2013 - 06.2023
Assistant Vice President Business Development Officer/Branch Service Manager
First Foundation Bank
01.2011 - 12.2013
Assistant Vice President/Store Manager
Wells Fargo Bank
01.2004 - 12.2010
Certificate Completion - Results Based Accountability
Anne E. Casey Foundation, FEED Leadership Program
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