MOLLY HENGST
Cascade
Summary
Results-driven leader with extensive experience in education and program development, compliance, and operational leadership. Adept at delivering comprehensive training programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous development. Strong communication skills in both English and Spanish, with a proven ability to engage diverse teams, and improve workforce efficiency. Passionate about optimizing staff performance and growth to enhance the organization. Energetic professional in athletics and education development, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in event coordination, team leadership, and customer experience enhancement. Excel at using communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to achieve outstanding results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic & Activities Director
West Bend East High School
West Bend
08.2021 - Current
- Lead and develop a department of 100+ coaches and advisors across 32 athletic and 45 club and co-curricular programs, implementing comprehensive training and development initiatives
- Design and manage performance evaluation systems for coaching staff, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Oversee $875,000 budget with strategic planning and resource allocation
- Successfully manage organizational change through policy updates and program developments
- Create and implement training programs for coaches, staff, and student leaders
- Foster a culture of excellence through mentoring and professional development opportunities
- Drive engagement through special events and community initiatives
- Utilize data-driven decision making for program improvements and resource allocation
Event & Project Manager
Wisconsin State Fair Park
West Allis
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for event staff
- Led change management initiatives across multiple departments
- Created and maintained documentation for operational procedures and best practices
- Managed performance metrics and reporting systems for 400+ annual events
- Designed and delivered customer service training programs
- Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration and development
Event Specialist
Wisconsin State Fair Park
West Allis
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Developed strategic reporting systems and analytics tools
- Implemented new software systems and trained staff on utilization
- Created comprehensive department performance reports and metrics
- Led internal training and development initiatives
Spanish Teacher
01.1999 - 01.2018
- Led curriculum development and implementation
- Facilitated professional learning communities
- Designed and implemented student assessment systems
- Created and managed student engagement programs
- Developed and delivered differentiated instruction methods
Athletic Director
Oostburg High School
Oostburg
01.2006 - 01.2017
- Designed and implemented comprehensive staff development program
- Created and managed performance evaluation systems
- Led organizational change initiatives and culture development
- Developed and executed strategic plans for department growth
- Managed budgets and resource allocation effectively
- Created engagement initiatives through special events and community programs
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Secondary Education & Spanish
University of Wisconsin, Platteville
Platteville, WI05-1999
Some College (No Degree) - Master's of Education
Concordia University
Mequon, WISkills
- Training & Staff Development
- Compliance & Regulatory Training
- Leadership & Team Development
- Public Speaking & Communication
- Curriculum Development & Instruction
- Data Tracking & Reporting
- Spanish Fluency
- Team management
- Conflict resolution
- Budget management
- Time management
- Leadership development
- Problem identification
- Inventory tracking
- Self motivation
Education And Professional Development
Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education & Spanish, Wisconsin Athletic Directors Association (WADA), National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA)
Professional Proficiencies
- Training & Staff Development
- Compliance & Regulatory Training
- Leadership & Team Development
- Public Speaking & Communication
- Curriculum Development & Instruction
- Data Tracking & Reporting
- Spanish Fluency
Affiliations
- Fond du Lac County Fair Event Staff
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Plymouth High School Softball Hall of Fame Memeber
Timeline
Athletic & Activities Director
West Bend East High School
08.2021 - Current
Event & Project Manager
Wisconsin State Fair Park
11.2020 - 08.2021
Event Specialist
Wisconsin State Fair Park
01.2020 - 11.2020
Athletic Director
Oostburg High School
01.2006 - 01.2017
Spanish Teacher
01.1999 - 01.2018
Bachelor’s Degree - Secondary Education & Spanish
University of Wisconsin, Platteville
Some College (No Degree) - Master's of Education
Concordia University