Lisa Coyne
Orlando
Summary
Operations and project management leader with eight years of experience supporting senior leadership, managing complex programs, guiding cross-functional initiatives, and delivering high-quality execution in fast-paced environments. Skilled at aligning stakeholders, improving processes, managing budgets, and providing executive-level communication and administrative support. Known for organizational reliability, discretion, operational excellence, and driving results from planning through delivery.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
District 8 Chair & Executive Board Member
Florida Orchestra Association (501c3)
01.2022 - Current
- Serve as operations and strategic support lead for a statewide nonprofit serving 7,000+ students and 85+ educators.
- Provide executive-level operational support including preparing reports, drafting communications, documenting board minutes, and tracking follow-through on action items.
- Manage full lifecycle planning for all district-level annual initiatives, including five large-scale adjudicated events serving 7,000 students across 60+ schools.
- Coordinate all logistics including travel arrangements, contracting adjudicators, scheduling venues, preparing event documentation, and distributing information to stakeholders.
- Oversee $80,000 annual operating budget, including invoice processing, data entry, trend analysis, and financial reporting to state executive leadership.
- Create briefing packets, agendas, calendars, and comprehensive reporting materials to support decision-making and ensure organizational alignment.
- Analyze operational trends and implement workflow improvements that streamline communication, strengthen execution, and improve stakeholder experience.
- Serve as the communication lead for the district, writing and distributing official emails, updates, reminders, and post-event reports.
Orchestra Director
Orange County Public Schools – University High School
08.2018 - Current
- Lead administrative operations, event planning, communication systems, and budget oversight for a performing arts program serving 100–150 students within a 700+ student department.
- Plan and manage complex annual schedules including events, rehearsals, travel, concerts, and long-term programming timelines.
- Oversee a $30,000 annual budget, process financial transactions, prepare documentation, and ensure fiscal compliance.
- Serve as liaison between department leadership, administrators, parents, and district officials, ensuring timely and accurate information flow.
- Produce program communications including monthly newsletters, critical updates, and briefing materials for leadership.
- Coordinate vendor and travel logistics including transportation contracting, venue planning, ticketing processes, and financial reconciliation.
- Lead recruitment strategy across nine middle schools, strengthening enrollment pipelines and program visibility district-wide.
- Mentor and onboard new educators and partners using best practices in organizational systems and communication.
- Utilize Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 to streamline scheduling, documentation, reporting, and planning systems.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive curriculum for orchestra program, enhancing student engagement and performance quality.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to secure resources and support for orchestra initiatives and events.
- Led professional development workshops for staff, sharing best practices in music education and ensemble leadership techniques.
- Developed tailored rehearsal schedules for optimal preparation and efficient use of time, resulting in improved concert performances.
- Provided guidance to orchestra librarians on music acquisition and organization, facilitating efficient access to necessary materials during rehearsals and performances.
- Managed auditions for prospective students, maintaining high standards of performance within the ensemble.
- Secured grant funding for special projects by preparing persuasive proposals highlighting the orchestra''s artistic value and community impact.
High School Honors Orchestra Chairperson
Orange County Public Schools – All-County Orchestra
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Led operational planning and execution for a district-wide honors program serving 250+ advanced students annually.
- Managed all logistics and event infrastructure including multi-day schedules, leadership coordination, planning timelines, and travel needs.
- Represented the program to district leadership, providing status updates, planning documentation, and execution reports.
- Served as the main contact for clinicians, teachers, parents, and students, ensuring professional and effective communication throughout the event.
Assistant Director
Jacksonville Cello Workshop
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Supported executive operations for statewide student masterclass programming.
- Coordinated scheduling, facility planning, clinician logistics, and student flow for 75+ participants.
- Produced digital and written content to support outreach and event messaging.
Adjunct Cello Instructor
Douglas Anderson School of the Arts
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Developed education plans, reporting, and progress tracking for 10–30 students in a high-performing arts school.
Education
Master of Music Education -
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL08.2023
Bachelor of Music - Music Education & Music Performance
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL01.2018
Skills
- Project & Program Management
- Executive Support
- Multi-Leader Administrative Support
- Meeting & Calendar Management
- Strategic Scheduling
- Budget Oversight
- Financial Reporting
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Logistics & Event Management
- Presentation & Communication Development
Timeline
District 8 Chair & Executive Board Member
Florida Orchestra Association (501c3)
01.2022 - Current
High School Honors Orchestra Chairperson
Orange County Public Schools – All-County Orchestra
08.2021 - 05.2024
Orchestra Director
Orange County Public Schools – University High School
08.2018 - Current
Adjunct Cello Instructor
Douglas Anderson School of the Arts
08.2017 - 01.2018
Assistant Director
Jacksonville Cello Workshop
06.2016 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Music - Music Education & Music Performance
University of North Florida
Master of Music Education -
Florida State University
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Florida Orchestra Association District & State Music Performance Assessments | 2022–2025 | Multiple Superior and Excellent Ratings, Magnet Schools of America | 2022–2023 | National School of Excellence Award of Merit, Arts Education Impact Grant Recipient | 2019