Nick Flanigan
Waco,TX
Summary
Experienced Chief Operating Officer with 20 years in Seed, Ag Chem, Agronomy, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Service sectors, as well as Veteran and Ag Non-profit Management. Skilled in building partnerships, developing client relationships, and achieving strategic objectives. Proficient in communication with diverse stakeholders, adept at working both independently and in team settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Farmer Veteran Coalition
Waco, TX
10.2024 - Current
- Responsible for day-to-day operations including human resources, budgeting and finance, Non-profit Compliance, training and IT
- Lead, mentor, and manage department heads and operational staff
- Continuous evaluation of organizational capacity and stability through constant testing of approaches, technology, and resources
- Establish and Track grant deliverables and KPIs for organizational and operational performance
- Represent the organization externally at Tradeshows, conventions, industry events, and state chapter meetings
- Develop and maintain risk management strategies and contingency plans to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards
- Lead and facilitate bi-monthly Staff meetings to review priorities, organization updates, and staff recognition
Director of Operations
Farmer Veteran Coalition
Waco, TX
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Oversaw daily operations covering human resources, budgeting and finance.
- Performed ongoing evaluations to ensure robust organizational performance.
- Directed maintenance activities of the SalesForce data asset encompassing more than 47,000 memberships.
- Represented organization at various tradeshows and State Chapter Annual Meetings.
- Supported payroll and banking operations.
- Managed execution phases for strategic plan integration.
- Contributed to financial planning processes, budget allocations, managing cash flows logistics as well as addressing policy matters.
- Oversaw a team of high-functioning, independent, and collaborative employees.
- Led development of annual operations plan and budget.
- Directed performance management process evaluating goal progress.
- Conducted bi-monthly sessions to discuss organizational goals and acknowledge staff achievements.
- Ensured smooth adoption by providing necessary support during changes or updates.
Director of Fund Development
Farmer Veteran Coalition
Waco, TX
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Spearheaded outreach for largest Giving Tuesday donation day in organization's 14-year history.
- Analyzed data to generate insights addressing outreach and donation delays.
- Coordinated the execution of FVC's annual fund development plan.
- Generated financial support through multifaceted fundraising efforts.
- Directed implementation of CSM donor and grant software.
- Actively sought new donor prospects to expand the funding base.
- Drafted and reviewed funding proposals for corporations and foundations.
Business Intelligence Specialist
Farm Journal
Lenexa, KS
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Established relationships with Sales and Marketing Stakeholders to deliver impactful data solutions.
- Executed regional promotional campaigns alongside Client based on proven demand generation techniques.
- Carried out data analysis, formulated insights, and applied visualizations to overcome obstacles.
- Ensured accuracy and integrity of client data assets within HubSpot CRM database.
- Integrated data and research findings into systems to enhance campaign scalability.
- Outlined project deliverables aligned with customer value.
- Managed execution and oversight of impactful, data-centric projects.
- Experienced in developing compelling presentations for stakeholder communication.
Agriculture Client Experience Specialist
Technekes, LLC
Waco, TX
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Processed diverse inquiries from sales reps, retailers and farmers through multiple communication channels.
- Managed the deployment of product email campaigns using an automation tool.
- Established strong connections with client sales teams and top-level stakeholders.
- Advocated for clients by delivering precise information and maintaining high service standards.
- Facilitated in-depth training sessions covering systems and program assistance.
- Supported QA testing for new system capabilities.
Sales and Marketing Consultant
Technekes, LLC
Morrisville, NC
03.2010 - 01.2019
- Promoted, positioned, and sold companion agricultural products to retailers from a major manufacturer.
- Responsible for nurturing and sustaining account relationships.
- Increased product occupancy and expanded market penetration.
- Ensured uniform product messaging through communication with District Sales Managers and Product Managers.
Education
MBA - Management
Wayland Baptist University
Lubbock, TX11-2007
BBA - Marketing
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TX12-2004
Skills
- Clear Written Communication
- Strategic Critical Thinking
- Effective Stress Management
- Adept at Managing Multiple Responsibilities
- Effective Team Player
- Advanced Microsoft Office Skills
- Proficient in Google Cloud Tools
- Operational Planning and Management
- Expense Management
- Systematic Process Streamlining
- Talent Development
Accomplishments
Technekes Performance Award for highest customer feedback scores
Southwest District Difference Maker Award
Technekes Bright Idea Award Runner Up
Team MVP – Technekes
Certification
- Google Foundations of Project Management - Oct 2024
- NonProfit Ready Leadership Essentials Certificate - Feb. 2025
Community Service
- Committee Member - Heart of Texas Fair and Rodeo
- Board of Directors - China Spring Young Farmers Association
- Ambassador - Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
Farmer Veteran Coalition
10.2024 - Current
Director of Operations
Farmer Veteran Coalition
01.2023 - 10.2024
Director of Fund Development
Farmer Veteran Coalition
08.2022 - 01.2023
Business Intelligence Specialist
Farm Journal
05.2020 - 08.2022
Agriculture Client Experience Specialist
Technekes, LLC
01.2019 - 05.2020
Sales and Marketing Consultant
Technekes, LLC
03.2010 - 01.2019
- Google Foundations of Project Management - Oct 2024
- NonProfit Ready Leadership Essentials Certificate - Feb. 2025
MBA - Management
Wayland Baptist University
BBA - Marketing
Wayland Baptist University
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