MICHAEL A. JONES
Monticello,AR
Summary
Forward-thinking Executive with solid history of accomplishment in non profit and small business sectors. Keep operations consistent to maintain company stability and sustainability. Articulate and personable leader with excellent program management, strategic planning and operational oversight abilities. Skilled at identifying and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency and productivity. Motivating leader with proven success managing cross-functional projects and teams.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
SOUTHEAST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY ACTION, CORP.
01.2022 - Current
- Responsible for the overall planning, direction, compliance obligations, fiscal solvency, and control of all programs and services
- Developed and implemented the Southeast Arkansas Cares Initiative in partnership with the University of Arkansas at Monticello, providing vocational and technical scholarships and Mainline Health Systems providing financial assistance to clients with limited funds for medical needs
- In the first 90 days of employment, reestablish the fiscal integrity of the organization.
TRANSFER COORDINATOR
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT PINE BLUFF
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Responsible for cultivating partnerships with regional community colleges and universities to create pathways for transferring students
- Designed curriculum maps for articulation agreements with community college partners
- Charted a transfer student organization to assist with comprehensive support services
- Originated and serve as the facilitator of the UAPB/Southeast Arkansas College A2B dual enrollment initiative.
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT
DELTA RESOURCE GROUP, LLC
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Fiscal Reviewer for Danya International, Inc
- Responsible for reviewing financial and compliance reports, internal controls, equipment, and real property purchases, leases, or renovations to ensure the fiscal integrity of Head Start programs nationwide
- Customized business plans and loan proposals for individuals, nonprofits, and small businesses
- Simplified organizational development and strategic sustainability planning for clients
- Launched and directed Kid’s University Child Care Center.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
COMMUNITIES UNLIMITED, INC.
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Mobilized community stakeholders to engage in community development activities
- Evaluated community resources and assets to address economic growth barriers
- Coordinated grant writing project with USDA
- Oversaw the day-to-day activities of the Community Sustainability team.
BUSINESS CONSULTANT
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT MONTICELLO
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Provided business consulting services including business creation, sustainability planning, marketing, management, and operations to new and emerging small businesses
- Assisted clients with private, commercial, and SBA loans and procurement contracts
- Programmed and facilitated online and in-person training seminars and workshops.
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT
DELTA RESOURCE GROUP, LLC
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Fiscal Reviewer for Danya International, Inc
- Responsible for reviewing financial and compliance reports, internal controls, equipment, and real property purchases, leases, or renovations to ensure the fiscal integrity of Head Start programs nationwide
- Customized business plans and loan proposals for individuals, nonprofits, and small businesses
- Simplified organizational development and strategic sustainability planning for clients
- Launched and directed Kid’s University Child Care Center.
DIRECTOR of FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION
SOUTHEAST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY ACTION, CORP.
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Coordinated daily operational functions
- Streamlined management systems
- Monitored budgets
- Supervised human resources, grants, and accounting staff
- Created systems to improve business efficiency
- Analyzed financial data and executed state and federal reports.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
W.K. KELLOGG FOUNDATION
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Coached grant-awarded community development projects in Arkansas and Mississippi providing community and business solutions, organizational and strategic planning, management, and technical assistance
- Organized and facilitated the Mid-South Delta Youth Initiative programming
- Trained over one hundred Delta youth from Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana in community development strategies
- Awarded ten seed grants to youth community sustainability projects
- Forged partnership with community colleges to host training events.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT PINE BLUFF
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Forged partnership with the Mid-South Delta Initiative centralizing resources of both W.K
- Kellogg initiatives
- Assisted the director in educating Delta colleges and universities on the need to collaborate with Delta communities on revitalization projects.
BUSINESS CONSULTANT
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT PINE BLUFF
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Provided business consulting services including business creation, planning, marketing, management, and operations to new and emerging small businesses
- Assisted clients with private, commercial, and SBA loans and procurement contracts
- Programmed and facilitated online and in-person training seminars and workshops.
Education
M.B.A in Human Resource Management -
Delta State University
01.2017
B.S. in Accounting -
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
01.1992
Skills
- Human Resources
- Financial Management
- Stakeholder Relations
- Program Management
- Case Management
- Fundraising
- Quality Control
- Contract Management
- Vendor Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Report Compilation
- Operations Management
- Data Interpretation
- Business Development
- Community Engagement
- Staff Management
- Operational Planning
- Profit and Loss Statements
- Business Planning
- Client Services
- Business Management
- Compliance and Regulations
- Team Leadership, Training, and Development
- Business Administration
- Communications Strategy
- Budgeting and Financial Management
- Leadership Development
- Public Speaking
- Project Management
- Program Leadership
- Coaching and Counseling
Awarded Contracts
- UAM Arkansas Small Business, Technology, & Development Center, Capital Funding Projects, $4.9M
- UAM Arkansas Small Business, Technology, & Development Center, Procurement Contracts, $2.1M
- Drew Burial Association, Lead Consultant on Dissolution Project, $1.35M
- Centers for Youth & Families, Program Coordinator for the Children of Incarcerated Parents Grant, $210K
- Christian Brothers Funeral Home, New Business Startup Capital Funding Project, $267K
- Revival Center Church, New Business Startup Capital Funding Project, $600K
- W.K. Kellogg Foundation (Mid South Delta Youth Initiative), Community development training project seed grants, $150K
Committees And Affiliations
- UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT PINE BLUFF, U Admit-to-Enroll Task Force – Partnership Committee, Tasked with identifying partnerships and strategies for building financial and interpersonal relationships with external entities.
- UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT PINE BLUFF, Admissions Appeals Committee, Tasked with evaluating and screening potential students’ qualifications for conditional admission into the University. Responsible for modifying criteria and updating policy.
- UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT PINE BLUFF, Senior Class Co-Sponsor, Responsible for advising and supporting student activities and programs.
- DREW COUNY, Southeast Arkansas Area Agency on Aging Board, Provides home care, transportation, housing, and access for area seniors.
Affiliations
- Southeast Arkansas Area Agency on Aging Board – Provides home care, transportation, housing, and access for area seniors.
- Arkansas Community Action Agencies Association Board - Provides education, advocacy, and a unified voice for Community Action Agencies to reduce poverty and promote thriving communities in Arkansas.
Certification
- Risk Management Association - Analyzing Personal and Business Financial Statements and Tax Returns Certification.
Timeline
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
SOUTHEAST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY ACTION, CORP.
01.2022 - Current
TRANSFER COORDINATOR
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT PINE BLUFF
01.2018 - 01.2020
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT
DELTA RESOURCE GROUP, LLC
01.2017 - 01.2018
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
COMMUNITIES UNLIMITED, INC.
01.2016 - 01.2017
BUSINESS CONSULTANT
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT MONTICELLO
01.2014 - 01.2016
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT
DELTA RESOURCE GROUP, LLC
01.2009 - 01.2014
DIRECTOR of FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION
SOUTHEAST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY ACTION, CORP.
01.2006 - 01.2009
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
W.K. KELLOGG FOUNDATION
01.2000 - 01.2006
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT PINE BLUFF
01.1998 - 01.2000
BUSINESS CONSULTANT
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT PINE BLUFF
01.1995 - 01.1998
M.B.A in Human Resource Management -
Delta State University
B.S. in Accounting -
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
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