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Rebecca Baruzzi

Waitsfield,VT

Summary

Mission-driven, results-oriented leader in community impact, recognized for developing effective programs and fostering collaboration. Committed to enhancing community health through strategic partnerships and targeted outreach initiatives.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Community Impact

Green Mountain United Way
Barre, Vermont
09.2024 - Current
  • Supported outreach initiatives to engage underserved populations in health programs.
  • Conducted assessments to identify community health issues and service gaps.
  • Developed informational materials for workshops and community events on wellness topics.
  • Served as a liaison between healthcare providers and community organizations.
  • Coordinated community events to raise awareness and engage local residents.
  • Facilitated workshops that encouraged dialogue and connection among residents.
  • Identified areas of improvement in existing processes, procedures and systems related to the program delivery cycle.
  • Collaborated with teams across departments to develop effective strategies for executing programs.

McKinney Vento Liaison

Barre Union Unified School District
Barre, Vermont
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Employed trauma-informed strategies for effective communication with parents, guardians, and students addressing unhoused students' needs.
  • Trained district and school personnel on McKinney-Vento Act compliance policies.
  • Established partnerships with local service providers, including shelters and food banks.

Program Manager

Mad River Valley Community Fund
Waitsfield, Vermont
09.2017 - 07.2022
  • Secured local, state, and federal resources for clients based on eligibility and needs.
  • Collaborated with local nonprofits to develop programs addressing housing, childcare, and transportation.
  • Advocated for low-income resident issues at town-level boards to drive systems change.
  • Cultivated relationships with clients, actively connecting them to community inclusion opportunities.
  • Facilitated board discussions on organizational goals, developing and implementing actionable plans.
  • Managed fundraising campaign, achieving a twofold increase in income during final year.

Legislative Session Associate

Necrasen Group
Montpelier, Vermont
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Researched legislative issues impacting stakeholders and prepared briefing materials.
  • Monitored legislative sessions and tracked relevant bills for timely updates.
  • Analyzed proposed legislation for potential impacts on clients' interests.

Legislative House Committee Staff

State Of Vermont
Montpelier, Vermont
11.2016 - 06.2017
  • Prepared daily agendas and scheduled witnesses for committee testimonies.
  • Maintained state archives and managed online committee presence.
  • Responded efficiently to public information requests.

Program Manager

Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce
Waitsfield, Vermont
11.2014 - 07.2016
  • Oversaw daily operations and major projects for business association with 225 members across five municipalities.
  • Collaborated with board of directors to revise bylaws and establish organizational structure.
  • Right-sized operations by streamlining policies, procedures, office functions, and staffing.
  • Developed and conducted education programs to enhance members' professional and technical skills.
  • Launched strategic partnership with MRV Planning District for valley-wide vision and economic planning.
  • Created ten-part community engagement series and organized Economic Summit to drive collaboration.

Owner/Operator

Hudson Street Deli
Providence, Rhode Island
06.2009 - 04.2014
  • Developed comprehensive business plan for reopening and revitalizing sandwich shop established in 1922.
  • Achieved annual revenue growth of 120% over five years.
  • Managed daily operations, including purchasing, staffing, bookkeeping, and marketing activities.
  • Cultivated community relationships to enhance business value and promote corporate responsibility.

Education

Master of Arts - Public Administration

Univ. of Rhode Island
South Kingstown, RI
05-2009

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

State Univ. of New York At New Paltz
New Paltz
06-2000

Skills

  • Strategic planning and visioning
  • Program development and implementation
  • Community engagement and outreach
  • Legislative advocacy and analysis
  • Partnership building and management
  • Event coordination

Affiliations

  • School Board member, Harwood Unified Union School District
  • Avid bikepacker and novice rollerskater

Certification

  • Professional Certification in Results Based Accountability | Clear Impact | 2022 Executive Program for Social Impact | Univ. of Pennsylvania | 2019 Professional Certificate in Project Management | Univ. of Vermont | 2017
    Leadership Champlain | Regional Chamber of Commerce | 2016
    Economic Development Academy | Univ. of New Hampshire Extension | 2015

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director of Community Impact

Green Mountain United Way
09.2024 - Current

McKinney Vento Liaison

Barre Union Unified School District
06.2023 - 06.2024

Legislative Session Associate

Necrasen Group
11.2021 - 06.2022

Program Manager

Mad River Valley Community Fund
09.2017 - 07.2022

Legislative House Committee Staff

State Of Vermont
11.2016 - 06.2017

Program Manager

Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce
11.2014 - 07.2016

Owner/Operator

Hudson Street Deli
06.2009 - 04.2014

Master of Arts - Public Administration

Univ. of Rhode Island

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

State Univ. of New York At New Paltz

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