Results-oriented executive professional with history of delivering impactful organizational changes and strategic initiatives. Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, ensuring alignment with company goals and fostering culture of excellence.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Toombs County Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery
05.2024 - Current
Served as a liaison between different departments internally ensuring maximum efficiency in addressing community needs.
Enhanced public relations for the organization through effective communication with diverse groups and stakeholders.
Promoted organizational initiatives by presenting at community meetings and participating in local events.
Leveraged social media platforms to share information about events, resources, and success stories with a wider audience.
Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
Teacher
Vidalia Heritage Academy
08.2023 - 05.2024
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
Teacher
Calvary Baptist Academy
08.2019 - 05.2023
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress, and encourage learning goals.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Director of Institutional Advancement
Vidalia Heritage Academy
09.2013 - 05.2018
Chaired the accreditation process with ACSI and AdvanceEd.
Directed and coordinated marketing activities and policies to promote education services.
Coordinated and participated in promotional activities and community events.
Worked with the administrative team to drive internal promotion of schools programs, initiatives, guiding principles, and mission.
Developed and implemented campaigns for email, online advertising, and direct mail.
Raised brand awareness through consistent marketing efforts and education campaign launches.
Developed innovative marketing and PR strategies.
Organized and evaluated weekly tours with prospective students and families.
Enhanced institutional visibility through targeted marketing initiatives and public relations efforts.
Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, alumni, and community leaders.
Youth Planner
City Of Savannah
10.2003 - 02.2005
Act as consultants to agency staff and other community programs regarding the interpretation of program-related federal, state, and county regulations and policies.
Plan and administer budgets for programs, equipment, and support services for a 7 county federal youth program grant.
Establish and maintain relationships with other agencies and organizations in the community to meet community needs.
Prepare and maintain records and reports, such as budgets, personnel records, or training manuals.
Enhanced project efficiency by developing and implementing effective planning strategies.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.
Evaluated proposals from vendors and contractors, selecting those that provided optimal value while meeting project requirements.
Lead Case Manager
Job Training Unlimited
10.2001 - 02.2005
Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocated for client needs and resolved roadblocks.
Interview clients individually, in families, or in groups, assessing their situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required to meet their goals.
Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients and perform follow-ups assessing the quality of services provided.
Connected at-risk youth with valuable resources such as counseling services, educational opportunities, or job training programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
12.2001
Skills
Public Relations
Team leadership
Community engagement
Self-motivated
Program Development
Strategic planning
Timeline
Executive Director
Toombs County Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery
05.2024 - Current
Teacher
Vidalia Heritage Academy
08.2023 - 05.2024
Teacher
Calvary Baptist Academy
08.2019 - 05.2023
Director of Institutional Advancement
Vidalia Heritage Academy
09.2013 - 05.2018
Youth Planner
City Of Savannah
10.2003 - 02.2005
Lead Case Manager
Job Training Unlimited
10.2001 - 02.2005
Bachelor of Science -
Georgia Southern University
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