Monte K. Walker

Exceptional leader and relationship builder with documented success in progressively dynamic and challenging positions. General management mindset with decades of experience managing all major functional areas including: sales and marketing, finance, human resources, operations/logistics, community relations, IT, planning and strategy. Uniquely broad and diverse experience as an accomplished Fortune 100 company executive, Nonprofit President/CEO, fundraising professional, university vice president, and entrepreneur. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to lead organizations to their next chapter of growth and long-term success.

• Habitat for Humanity of Jacksonville, Florida- Engineered a dramatic turnaround for an organization struggling with financial sustainability and dysfunctional culture to become a fiscally sound and high performing team. Recognized as on of the top performing Habitat affiliates in the United States.
• Habitat for Humanity International- Managed a national team that developed or renewed more than forty corporate partnerships throughout the United States worth more than $85 million dollars in cash and gifts-in-kind for affiliates. Developed strategy to identify and secure partnerships with organizations that fit overall Habitat mission and objectives.
• Coca-Cola Enterprises- Twice awarded the President’s Award for top overall business performance within the twenty-two business units in the United States. Directly managed all major functional areas within a $400 million dollar business unit including: sales, finance, marketing, operations, human resources, community relations, IT, warehousing and logistics. Ranked by direct reports and peers in the top two percent of all company executives in overall leadership skills.
• Gardner-Webb University – Served as the University Vice President for Advancement and led university to the most successful capital campaign in its history. Directed all fundraising initiatives, community relations, marketing, faith relations and donor events. Developed strategic plan and led a comprehensive rebranding campaign and website redesign resulting in record enrollment.