Rachel Tarver
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Executive program leader with 15+ years driving scalable initiatives that strengthen culture, accelerate growth, and foster meaningful connection across nonprofit, corporate, and entrepreneurial sectors. Expert in building cross-functional systems and programs that enhance engagement, operational excellence, and measurable impact. Brings a trauma-informed, values-driven leadership style grounded in emotional intelligence, innovation, and inclusive growth. Based in San Francisco, open to remote and relocation opportunities, and energized to contribute to mission-driven teams shaping the future of technology and human potential.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director | Head of Programs & Operations
Hungry Heroes Hawaii
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Expanded grassroots response effort into a fully operational nonprofit serving over 400,000 meals post Maui Fires.
- Designed and implemented leadership development and onboarding experiences for a rapidly growing operations team, scaling from inception to 14 staff members within six months and maintaining a 95% retention rate.
- Secured $1M+ in year-one funding through strategic storytelling, grant writing, and donor engagement.
- Established data-driven evaluation frameworks to measure the impact of programs and integrate participant feedback for continuous improvement.
- Partnered with board and senior stakeholders to shape program strategy and invest in leadership development systems.
- Cultivated internal and external partnerships, including government and nonprofit leaders, to deliver scalable learning experiences across sectors.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- ***Speak to HANO Executive Fellowship admission and graduate
Founder & Coach | Director of Programs
Tarver Apothecary & Somatics
04.2020 - Current
- Designed and launched learning programs for a 500+ member community, applying somatic frameworks to build engagement and retention.
- Specializing in Somatic Experiencing and EMDR; designed nervous system-regulation programs for 1:1 and group settings.
- Designed and launched two innovative online learning programs with 60% referral rates and 88% repeat engagement, iterating based on learner feedback.
- Developed streamlined client management systems ensuring continuity of care and service quality.
- Produced original content and product kits that supported healing and expanded brand reach.
- Participated in pilot tests and revised programs based on feedback and results.
- Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
Program & Experience Manager | Luxury Events
Four Seasons Resort & Aloha Events
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Managed 100+ luxury events annually with 95%+ satisfaction scores; upheld Forbes 5-Star standards.
- Optimized program delivery through cross-functional coordination, enabling seamless participant experiences.
- Coordinated top-tier vendor partnerships to deliver seamless, culturally resonant guest experiences.
- Facilitated leadership and team-building experiences, presenting content that elevated staff performance and guest engagement.
- Managed staffing schedules and multi-team coordination especially during peak volume seasons.
- Designed signature touches, personalized gifts, and cultural rituals, that drove high guest feedback ratings.
- Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
- Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
Launch Team Leader | Training Manager
Lululemon
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Contributed to Southeast regional expansion during company’s explosive growth from ~$700M to $2.1B by embedding leadership pipelines, onboarding systems, and culture practices that sustained scale.
- Designed and delivered onboarding and leadership training programs for 10+ new store teams, mentoring managers to ensure consistency in culture and performance.
- Partnered cross-functionally with senior leaders to refine development programs, using feedback and performance data to continually raise the bar.
- Hosted weekly in-store experiential activations with community leaders, strengthening brand loyalty and deepening customer engagement.
- Developed departmental systems and procedures to better align workflow processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL05-2010
Certification
- Azure AI Fundamentals- Microsoft AI-900 (2025)
- Executive Fellowship Graduate – Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations (2024)
- Lagree Instructor (Level 1) – Lagree Fitness (2022)
- Somatic Attachment Therapy (Advanced Certification) – The Embody Lab with Dr. Scott Lyons (2021)
- Somatic Experiencing (Levels 1 & 2) – Somatic Experiencing International (2020)
- Kundalini Yoga Teacher (KRI 220) – Rama Yoga Institute (2020)
- Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200) – Maui Yoga Shala (2016)
- Igolu Level 1 & 2 – Leadership & Vision Training (2014)
- Landmark SELP - Self-Expression & Leadership Program (2012)
- Landmark Advanced Course + Forum (2010)
Timeline
Executive Director | Head of Programs & Operations
Hungry Heroes Hawaii
07.2023 - 07.2025
Founder & Coach | Director of Programs
Tarver Apothecary & Somatics
04.2020 - Current
Program & Experience Manager | Luxury Events
Four Seasons Resort & Aloha Events
01.2016 - 01.2020
Launch Team Leader | Training Manager
Lululemon
01.2010 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Alabama At Birmingham
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