Porsche McGinnis

Results-driven professional with extensive experience identifying visionary opportunities and championing strategic initiatives to advance the organization's mission and goals. Adept at developing and implementing community relations strategies, creating outreach materials, and spearheading major events, including national, statewide and local convenings. Known for instilling a shared sense of purpose, winning enthusiastic support and bridging gaps across diverse social, cultural, economic, political and national lines by building strategic connections. CORE SKILLS & COMPETENCES Demonstrate knowledge of general goals and objectives of public programs and services while working with diverse stakeholders to develop clear objectives and deliver measurable results. Possess superior organizational/negotiation skills and the ability to translate complicated material to diverse audiences and engage with the public to identify potential areas. Committed to upholding smooth operations and managing community projects through a decisive and proactive leadership style. Proven ability to anticipate problems, design innovative solutions and balance multiple high-priority projects with competing deadlines. Thrive in collaborative and independent work environments and meet demanding priorities with composure, focus and patience. Community Relations Website Content Management Outreach Initiatives Event Management Customer Service Operations Management Conflict Resolution Online Platforms for Web Conferencing Public Speaking & Presentation Budget Administration Strategic Planning & Implementation Project Management EXPERTISE Oversaw the visibility of a grass-roots project, created an online directory of 500 community stakeholders (health professionals, community residents, legislator's advocacy groups, and others) focused on gathering data from those organizations to identify goals and strategies and improve policies and practices related to traffic and air pollution. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Established the Voices for Action, a grassroots organization that worked to provide healthier food options to residents in South Los Angeles. Worked closely with graduate students in creating and administering in-person surveys to diverse demographics in South Los Angeles, focused on gathering the community's perception of problems of eating healthier food. Maintained partnerships with key stakeholders, including schools, churches, residents, community-based organizations, elected officials, universities, farmers markets and health events in the community. Managed a team of 11 volunteers and oversaw projects within the organization such as nutrition workshops, collection of interviews, farmers market and health events, and development of collateral materials and website content. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.