Pamela Kreber
Columbus,OH
Summary
Accomplished professional experienced in maximizing organizational effectiveness through organizational administration, fiscal oversight, collaboration and operational excellence. Skilled communicator and problem-solver. Recognized for a strong sense of integrity and attention to detail. Adept at connecting with staff, stakeholders and community.
Results-driven operations professional with proven track record in optimizing business processes, enhancing productivity, and leading high-performing teams. Adept at strategic planning, resource management, and driving operational efficiency in dynamic environments. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, leveraging leadership skills to align teams with organizational goals and deliver tangible outcomes. Known for reliability, decisive problem-solving, and fostering culture of continuous improvement.
Results-driven operational professional with strong history of optimizing business processes and leading diverse teams. Adept at implementing strategic improvements and fostering culture of continuous development. Known for reliability, adaptability, and keen focus on delivering tangible results through effective collaboration and leadership.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF OHIO
01.2023 - Current
- Direct the Finance, HR & Administrative teams to enhance organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
- Support the CEO in Board operations, governmental relations and community outreach.
- Ensure cross-departmental fidelity to mission and strategic plan.
- Responsible for the rigorous national reaccreditation process.
- Oversee the annual audit and organizational budget process.
- Manage IT infrastructure and implemented cloud migration project.
- Responsible for compliance and risk management.
- Direct MOU/contract agreements for improved alignment with organization fiscal year.
Interim Executive Director & CEO
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF OHIO
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Reporting to the Board of Directors, led the organization through a time of significant transition, ensuring organizational, funding and stakeholder stability.
- Reimagined and executed a successful program-focused fundraising event, highlighting the mission and shining a light on the support of significant partnerships throughout the organization’s 30-year history.
- Managed the first-ever federal appropriations funding.
- Sustained community stakeholder engagement and district partnerships.
Associate Director
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF OHIO
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Strategized and co-managed pivot of services through pandemic.
- Managed staff relations and intra-department collaboration.
- Developed processes and procedures for hiring, training and onboarding staff.
- Supported statewide programmatic expansion.
- Supervised growth and mobility of program management team.
- Developed policies and procedures to improve business operations.
Associate Director of Operations and Fundraising
CHILDREN’S DEFENSE FUND-OHIO
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Directed support functions, including Finance, Human Resources, Grant & Contract Management, IT, Facility and Fundraising. Ensure accountability for fiscal stewardship and compliance.
- Recruited and hired key personnel, interns and contractors. Manage employee & intern onboarding and development.
- Support strategic planning process and board development. Mentored Beat the Odds program participants and alumni.
- Responsible for the development and administration of annual and project budgets. Manage state and foundation grants, vendor contracts and leases.
- Highlights:
- In conjunction with the Executive Director, reversed the financial direction of the organization, resulting in year-over-year surpluses.
- Played a key role in creating and implementing multi-year strategic and development plans.
- Managed, expanded and promoted annual statewide college scholarship & leadership development program for underserved high school students.
Interim Executive Director
CHILDREN’S DEFENSE FUND-OHIO
05.2017 - 02.2018
- Provided strategic executive leadership of the Ohio office. Led business planning and revenue generation. Prepared and delivered presentations to community organizations and funders.
- Collaborated with national leadership and statewide Advisory Board to advance the mission of the organization during a time of transition.
- Managed resource allocations to address high priority projects and deliverables with limited capacity.
Director of Finance & Operations
CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY CENTRAL OHIO
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Reporting to the CEO, directed all finance, human resource and facility management functions of a central Ohio direct service nonprofit organization.
- Managed annual audit process, financial accounts, credit card transactions, cash flow and all financial reporting.
- Served as liaison to 30+ member Board of Directors, sitting on the Governance, Facility and Finance committees.
- Collaborated with national office on new product/service integrations and accreditation.
- Managed and expanded volunteer program.
Education
B.S. - Business Administration
The Ohio State University
Skills
- Program Management
- Budgeting
- Fiscal Management
- Resourceful problem-solving
- Empowering staff and teams
- Grant management & compliance
- Mentorship
- Integrity
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic
- Self-motivated
- Adaptable
- Hard working
- Executive leadership
- Compliance management
- Financial management
Affiliations
The Buckeye Ranch – Member, Service Board
Timeline
Interim Executive Director & CEO
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF OHIO
12.2023 - 07.2024
Chief Operating Officer
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF OHIO
01.2023 - Current
Associate Director
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF OHIO
01.2020 - 01.2022
Interim Executive Director
CHILDREN’S DEFENSE FUND-OHIO
05.2017 - 02.2018
Associate Director of Operations and Fundraising
CHILDREN’S DEFENSE FUND-OHIO
01.2013 - 01.2019
Director of Finance & Operations
CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY CENTRAL OHIO
01.2010 - 01.2013
B.S. - Business Administration
The Ohio State University