Dynamic Executive Director with a proven track record at Harford Community Action Agency, excelling in strategic planning and financial management. Expert in policy development and grant writing, successfully securing funding to enhance community programs. Strong communicator and collaborator, fostering partnerships to drive impactful initiatives and advocate for low-income families.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Harford Community Action Agency
Edgewood, MD
06.2015 - Current
Serves as the chief executive officer of the corporation, creating and maintaining a clear vision for the organization, together with the Board, and is responsible for carrying out the work of the organization.
Works with the Board to fulfill its governance functions, including acting as a professional advisor, and keeping the Board fully informed of the organization’s conditions and operations.
Plans, formulates, and recommends to the Board or Board committees' approval of policies and programs that further the objectives of the organization.
Fully executes all board decisions.
Foster effective teamwork between the Board, the Executive Director, and the staff of the organization.
Ensures that agency resources are available for the implementation of organizational strategies and the successful completion of the organizational plans.
Develops and oversees the implementation of the organization’s work in a way that supports and advances HCAA’s values, vision, mission, and goals.
Oversee association and program budgets, property, and other assets.
Develop policies and strategies for financial management, including all revenues, expenses, special funds, and investments.
Develop, maintain, and enforce strong financial practices.
Work with the staff, Finance Committee, and the Board in preparing a budget, and ensure that HCAA operates within budgetary guidelines.
Assure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and funding requirements
Develop and strengthen ties with existing funders, identify and secure new funding opportunities, and oversee the development of grants and contracts that serve the entire network and meet the objectives established by the Board.
In association with the Business Development Committee, implement an ongoing communications and marketing strategy to build a respected, strategic, and effective network, committed to fighting poverty throughout the region.
Advocate for public policies designed to strengthen low-income families and the Community Action network that serves them.
Serve as a spokesperson, and represent members' interests with the media, Maryland General Assembly, Maryland's congressional delegation, state officials, and municipal officials.
Promote and communicate community action as Maryland's economic development, social safety net, and community development response to poverty.
In collaboration with the Legislative Committee, develop and implement a progressive legislative agenda that addresses state and national issues of importance to low-income families.
Establish and maintain sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with other professional groups at the state, regional, and national levels to build partnerships and coordinate efforts to end poverty.
Work to develop consensus within Maryland's diverse community action network, geography, and political environment.
Associate Director of Advancement & Public Affairs
The Hartford
Bel Air, Maryland
01.2011 - 06.2013
Liaised with business and community members to increase awareness of fundraising programs and causes.
Produced materials to highlight program offerings and reach new donors.
Managed fundraising communications, media interviews, press releases and media kits.
Created detailed reports on current fundraising initiatives for senior management review.
Maintained accurate records of all donations received, tracking donor information in database systems.
Provided support for the development team in researching new potential funding sources.
Assisted in creating budgets for each project or campaign based on estimated costs.
Identified new sources of funding and collaborated with key stakeholders to create effective grant applications.
Product Manager
Nutramax Laboratories, Inc.
Edgewood, Maryland
04.2000 - 01.2011
Nutramax's Product Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle of a product, from initial market research and ideation to product development, marketing, and sales.
Key Responsibilities of a Nutramax Product Manager:
Market Research and Analysis:Understanding market trends, competitor products, and customer needs to identify opportunities for new products or improvements to existing ones.
Product Strategy:Defining the product vision, strategy, and roadmap, including features, pricing, and target audience.
Product Development:Collaborating with engineering, design, and other teams to ensure the product is developed and launched according to the strategy.
Marketing and Sales:Working with the marketing and sales teams to develop and execute a go-to-market plan, including messaging, pricing, and promotional activities.
Product Management:Monitoring product performance, gathering feedback, and making adjustments as needed to improve the product and achieve business objectives.
Collaboration:Working with multiple teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and sales, to ensure the product is successfu
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Towson University
Baltimore, MD
12-1999
Skills
Strategic planning
Financial management
Board governance
Policy development
Grant writing
Communication strategy
Affiliations
JV and Varsity High School Soccer Coach
Accomplishments
Maryland's Leading Women, The Daily Record
Harford County Chamber of Commerce
Maryland's Most Admired CEO, The Daily Record
Maryland's Top 100 Women, The Daily Record
Winter Wonderful, The Today Show/NBC Universal
Timeline
Executive Director
Harford Community Action Agency
06.2015 - Current
Associate Director of Advancement & Public Affairs