A visionary leader with a track record of success, committed to increasing revenue and streamlining operations with a strong sense of inclusivity, service and duty to others and the community. Versatile Executive Director focused on promoting mission and increasing effectiveness of key programs. Passionate about managing and overseeing implementation of company's daily operations. Quick and firm decision-maker possessing first-rate communication and organizational skills. Recognized for successfully collaborating with management to develop work plans, financials and strategies.
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Nancy Silva
Capon Bridge,WV
Summary
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
The Northern Shenandoah Valley Community Foundation (CFNSV)Winchester, VA
Executive Director
03.2022 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Collaborate with theBoard of Directors to create and fulfill theBoard’s Strategic Objective
- Establish appropriate goals for financial/operational performance, annual budget, and insurance risk management plan
- Oversee business activities to ensure growth of $14.5M fund are consistent with established strategies and mission
- Initiated contact and developed relationships with prospective high-net-worth individuals to increase financial support
- Produced monthly financial reports for Executive Committee and BOD meetings, annual progress reports, marketing and public relations materials, and grant applications
- Manage media relations, representing CFNSV to business, education, and community leaders at events and outreach
- Created apositive work environment utilizing employment best practices and regulations
- Conduct employee reviews semi-annually, recommend performance raises and salaries
- Participated with the Association of Fundraising Professionals and Council on Foundations
- Ensure that all licenses, insurance, and state-regulated forms remain current.
The River House, IncCapon Bridge, WV
Interim Executive Director
10.2021 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Management of 501C3 organization, in close consultation with Board of Directors Responsible for organizational and strategic planning, fundraising, budgeting, establishing financial practices
- Develop personal relationships with community leaders and donors, managing donor database
- Cultivate a positive work environment to facilitate growth of strategic plan and vision
- Apply for VAR and NAR grants to fund advancement of organization's mission and vision
- Manage regular staff and volunteers.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials, and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Blue Ridge Association Of Realtors(R)Winchester, VA
Association Executive
11.2017 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Liaison to the Board of Directors and serve as Ex-Officio to the executive committee and the Board of Directors
- Attend committee meetings, create agenda, and record minutes
- Submit committee recommendations to BOD
- Ensure funds, physical assets, and other associated properties are appropriately safeguarded and administered
- Developed education programs to advance the professional and technical skills of the membership
- Created outreach to association members regarding educational, social, and RPAC lobbying activities
- Apply for VAR and NAR grants to fund the advancement of RPAC and increase the numbers of major investors
- Host events designed to explain the connection between legislative successes and RPAC investments
- Held luncheons with our local Legislators and organized association bus rides to the capitol during VAR and NAR Day on the Hill to ensure that BRAR received the VAR Triple Crown RPAC Award Plan membership promotion and retention programs and revised strategy to achieve goals as appropriate
- Liaison to State and National Associations, Association Counsel, Regional Executives, and community leaders
- Recruit, hire, and train office personnel
- Define job descriptions, and conduct performance reviews
- Directs and coordinates approved staff programs, projects, and significant activities
- Execute contracts and commitments as authorized.
Nevada County Association Of Realtor(R)Grass Valley, CA
Executive Assistant
01.2009 - 10.2017
Job overview
- Administrative support for the Association Executive, Board of Directors and Board Committees Liaison at the Local, State, and National level of the Association of REALTOR(R) Designed and implemented sustainable educational, social, and volunteer programs to align with the strategic plan
- Execute policies and procedures to implement an organizational vision
- Maintain confidential records for the 750+ membership; administered annual and quarterly dues billing.
Nevada County Association Of Realtor(R)Grass Valley, CA
MLS Administrator and Communications Coordinator
01.2007 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Monitored the MLS ensuring compliance with established regulations
- Designed and implemented a new member orientation program outlining MLS policies and procedures
- Creation and deployment of pre-launch educational seminars in advance of system-wide MLS software upgrade
- Management of MLS databases and Supra Key databases
- Communicate policies, programs, and activities through mailings, online communication, meetings and events
- Updated and maintained association media outlets.
Education
The University of California, BerkeleyBerkeley, CA
Art History/Business
University Overview
City College of San FranciscoSan Francisco, CA
University Overview
Skills
- General Accounting
- Record Keeping
- Financial Management
- Budgeting
- Administrative Support
- Meetings
- Organization
- Strategic Thinker
- Operations Oversight
- Team Leadership
Civic Organizations
Civic Organizations
- Winchester Rotary
- Association of Fundraising Professionals
- Top of Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Committee Involvement
Committee Involvement
- Non-Profit Alliance of Northern Shenandoah Valley
- Community Connect and Serve
- Rotary Coats for Kid
Development And Training
Development And Training
- Semi-Annual The National Association of REALTORS Executive Institute Conferences
- The National Association of REALTORS Annual Legislative Meetings & Leadership Conference, Washington, DC
- National Association Annual Leadership Conference, Chicago, IL
- Virginia REALTORS Annual Conference and Leadership Summit, Richmond
- Top of Virginia Community Leadership Program-Class 2023
- Council on Foundations Community Foundation Excellence (CFE) Fundamentals Course
Timeline
Executive Director
The Northern Shenandoah Valley Community Foundation (CFNSV)
03.2022 - 10.2023
Interim Executive Director
The River House, Inc
10.2021 - 02.2023
Association Executive
Blue Ridge Association Of Realtors(R)
11.2017 - 08.2021
Executive Assistant
Nevada County Association Of Realtor(R)
01.2009 - 10.2017
MLS Administrator and Communications Coordinator
Nevada County Association Of Realtor(R)
01.2007 - 01.2009
The University of California, Berkeley
Art History/Business
City College of San Francisco
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