PAUL F. NARANJO

Seasoned and visionary leader with 19 years of dedicated experience in social services, community mental health, and non-profit organizational management. Proven track record of successfully managing multimillion-dollar budgets, overseeing high-impact programs, and building strategic partnerships with key stakeholders at local, state, and federal levels. Adept at creating and executing strategies that advance community wellness, prevent risky behaviors, and promote youth development. Fluent in both English and Spanish, with specialized expertise in providing risk behavior prevention services for individuals aged 9 to 26. As an innovative and results-driven leader, I am committed to driving growth, fostering inclusion, and achieving organizational excellence. My passion for social service delivery, coupled with my robust leadership experience, positions me to successfully guide the organization to new heights.

• Participated in the team that successfully negotiated and secured two buildings, along with adjacent parking lots, from the City of Chicago for $1 each, located in the Lower West Side (Pilsen) and South Chicago communities. Contributed to overseeing the full operational setup of both properties, ensuring they are now fully functional for organizational use.
• Successfully expanded the number of grants for youth risk prevention services, violence prevention, gun violence prevention, after-school and out-of-school programs, parent leadership, and youth employment, growing the team from 1 FTE (FY11) to over 50 team members (FY24) under direct supervision.

• Board Member, Pilsen Neighbors Community Council, 01/01/21, Present
• Board Member, St. Michael Society to Feed the Hungry, 01/01/17, Present
• Board Member, Educational Enterprises, 01/01/21, Present
• Advisory Board Member, Latino Youth High School, 01/01/15, Present

• Pilsen Neighbors Community Council - Board Member
• Latino Youth High School - Advisory Board Member