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Marcia Jedry

Marcia Jedry

Star,ID

Summary

Experienced and persistent leader with a strong background in both nonprofit and for-profit sectors, skilled in strategic planning, financial management, and driving impactful missions. I excel at building relationships, securing funding, and overseeing administration, development, and advocacy efforts. My strengths include forming lasting partnerships, aligning initiatives with organizational goals, and fostering collaboration in community-focused environments. With a hands-on approach and a relentless work ethic, I am committed to leading and growing organizations to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Non Profit CFO

Creating Answers
03.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
  • Prepared accurate financial statements at end of month/quarter/year to summarize financial health and business performance.
  • Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
  • Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
  • Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.
  • Set and monitored effective financial policies to analyze company financial strengths and weaknesses and propose corrective actions.
  • Worked closely with audit team to hedge against or mitigate operational risks.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with clients, vendors and strategic partners.

Executive Director

Idaho FFA Foundation
06.2018 - 03.2023
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
  • Set organizational goals, ensuring focus alignment and mission fulfillment.
  • Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
  • Developed and executed successful internal and external communication strategies, enhancing organizational visibility.
  • Represented organization via speeches and community events, fostering community connections and strengthening industry relationships
  • Created promotional materials, utilized social media, website, and print media for public education.
  • Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
  • Aligned vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies facilitating business expansion.
  • Built and led productive teams through strategic hiring and training initiatives.
  • Cultivated a collaborative work culture, boosting morale and reducing turnover.

Executive Director

NAIFA Idaho
11.2017 - 04.2021
  • Managed event promotion, streamlined finances, and coordinated continuing education opportunities
  • Consolidated and optimized the chart of accounts, improving financial reporting efficiency
  • Led membership recruitment efforts, engaging with members and facilitating networking opportunities
  • Coordinated annual events, managing budgets and ensuring successful outcomes for attendees.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.

Director of Finance & HR

North Star Charter School
02.2017 - 01.2018
  • Oversaw a $6.2 million operating budget, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities
  • Collaborated with the Director of Development to optimize marketing strategies for targeted enrollment
  • Managed accounting and financial operations, including annual audit processes
  • Supported fundraising campaigns by coordinating reporting, publishing, and tracking of donations.
  • Managed other HR staff and oversaw completion of tasks and initiatives.
  • Fostered cross-functional relationships to connect managers and employees and improve overall efficiency.

Director of Finance & Marketing

Idaho Association of Commerce & Industry
09.2008 - 02.2017
  • Drove 42% membership growth through strategic planning and revamped membership structures
  • Managed financial functions, prepared reports for the board, and led successful lobbying efforts
  • Developed relationships with members and legislators, fostering an environment conducive to advocating business issues
  • Created new revenue streams via annual and event sponsorship opportunities, increasing overall profits
  • Successfully managed budgets for conferences and statewide events, ensuring high-quality experiences.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
  • Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
  • Assisted with recruiting, interviewing and hiring new department employees.
  • Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets.
  • Identified partnership opportunities and established favorable business connections.
  • Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
  • Set clear departmental objectives and developed effective strategies to achieve targeted goals

Vice President

Jedry Enterprises, Inc.
04.2005 - 06.2016
  • Founded and managed a start-up business, overseeing financial activities and operational management
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, consistently increasing revenues
  • Created new revenue streams through expanded service offerings and strategic partnerships
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Designed and implemented benefits programs, enhancing overall employee satisfaction.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.

Executive Director

NAIFA Idaho
09.2010 - 06.2012
  • Managed event promotion, streamlined finances, and coordinated continuing education opportunities
  • Consolidated and optimized the chart of accounts, improving financial reporting efficiency
  • Led membership recruitment efforts, engaging with members and facilitating networking opportunities
  • Coordinated annual events, managing budgets and ensuring successful outcomes for attendees.

Mortgage Loan Officer

Moore Financial Services/Spectra Funding
04.2004 - 01.2009
  • Marketed specialized mortgage services, analyzing financials, and facilitating escrow closings
  • Developed key business partnerships, expanding client base and increasing loan portfolio
  • Trained new loan officers on lending/pricing systems and product offerings
  • Participated in continuing education, ensuring compliance with NMLS licensing requirements.
  • Worked with underwriters to fix application problems and resolve issues.
  • Maintained high level of customer satisfaction by providing prompt and accurate loan status updates.
  • Communicated with clients, processing teams and other third parties to achieve prompt loan closings.
  • Analyzed loan applications and credit reports to determine loan eligibility and risk level.
  • Explained different types of loans pertaining to client situations.
  • Assisted clients in selecting correct loan product and terms to meet needs and financial goals.
  • Developed extensive network of referral partners to source new mortgage loan opportunities.
  • Proactively identified solutions for customers experiencing credit issues.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Finance

University of Delaware
Newark, DE
05.1997

Skills

  • Senior Level Management
  • Strategic Planning & Implementation
  • Communications Strategist
  • Financial Management & Administration
  • Fundraising & Marketing
  • Project & Event Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Team Leadership & Training
  • Advocacy & Lobbying
  • Risk Management
  • Educational Program Development
  • Operational Management

Activities

  • American Society of Association Executives
  • Ag in the Classroom
  • Idaho Association of Ag Teachers
  • Treasure Valley YMCA (Strategy and Community Planning Committee)
  • Employers Health Coalition of Idaho (Board Member, 2016-2017)
  • Western Whitewater Association (Treasurer, 2002 and 2007)
  • Intermountain Jet Boat Association (Founding Board Member)
  • Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce
  • BOMA

Certification

  • ASAE, Certified Association Executive (CAE) - 2014

Timeline

Non Profit CFO

Creating Answers
03.2023 - Current

Executive Director

Idaho FFA Foundation
06.2018 - 03.2023

Executive Director

NAIFA Idaho
11.2017 - 04.2021

Director of Finance & HR

North Star Charter School
02.2017 - 01.2018

Executive Director

NAIFA Idaho
09.2010 - 06.2012

Director of Finance & Marketing

Idaho Association of Commerce & Industry
09.2008 - 02.2017

Vice President

Jedry Enterprises, Inc.
04.2005 - 06.2016

Mortgage Loan Officer

Moore Financial Services/Spectra Funding
04.2004 - 01.2009

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Finance

University of Delaware

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