Regan Hardin Buckaloo
Kerrville,TX
Summary
Results-driven leader with a strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with a focus on fostering a productive and positive team culture.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Event Management Department
University of Texas Permian Basin
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Established a new department for the University to include the creation of new positions along with corresponding job descriptions, led and managed hiring committees, and finally onboarded and trained new staff.
- Overall responsibility for the Youth Protection Program, the Basin Sports Complex, and all University and non-University events and meetings by or on University property.
- Lead management for The Basin Sports Complex, a 90+ acre area of sports fields, splash park, 12 softball/baseball fields, and concession stands.
- Created an online presence for the Sports Complex to include online field rental.
- Welcomed over 100,000 community members and visitors to the complex annually.
- Improved revenue collection from the complex by 100%.
- Lead management for all Anchor University Events - Convocation, Commencement(s), Scholarship Ball, Presidential Events, and Advancement events.
- Used strong communication skills to negotiate contracts with vendors to acquire appropriate equipment and supplies.
- Implemented effective policies and procedures that enabled the organization to meet compliance and budget requirements, including many cost-saving measures.
- Planned and managed large-scale events, including budgeting, vendor sourcing, and logistics coordination.
- Collaborated with internal teams such as Marketing and Advancement to develop promotions for events.
- Maintained up-to-date records about equipment inventory used during events.
- Coordinated services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing, and event security.
- Trained and supervised volunteers and support staff required for events and provided timely feedback for improvement of operations.
- Consulted with constituents to determine objectives and requirements for meetings or events to ensure outcomes met expectations.
- Arranged availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation, displays, and other event needs.
- Formulated long-term objectives while managing day-to-day operations.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while staying within deadlines.
Director of Camps and Conferences
University of Texas Permian Basin
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Managed the creation of the Camps and Conferences office, its procedures, and co-wrote University policies to support its work.
- Launched and led in the establishment and procedures for the UTPB Event Reservation System in Ad Astra and trained staff and faculty in its use.
- Instituted University Facility Use Fees for non-University Affiliates and increased revenue over 100%.
- Created a new online presence for Facility Use and Youth programming for improved communication, information, and marketing purposes.
- Ensured proper completion of all paperwork required for youth programming with the creation of a new camp registration portal in SLATE.
- Created and managed budgets for a variety of conferences, ensuring all costs were kept within allocated limits.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to the conference including guest lists, invoices, and contracts.
- Oversaw the registration process of participants and managed payment processing along with customer service support.
- Provided guidance on legal matters related to youth programming and hosting a large public gathering such as insurance requirements or health and safety regulations.
- Coordinated with technical personnel regarding audio-visual equipment needs during the event.
- Organized and coordinated logistics for conferences, including venue selection, catering, travel arrangements, and accommodations.
- Evaluated existing programs for effectiveness and identified areas needing improvement.
- Researched best practices associated with working with adolescents within an educational setting.
- Collaborated with staff and faculty to ensure that all youth program activities aligned with state standards and University policies.
- Conducted outreach initiatives aimed at increasing awareness of available services amongst target populations.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to youth development initiatives.
- Scheduled special events, such as camps, conferences, meetings, seminars, and retreats.
- Attended workshops, seminars, and conferences to obtain program ideas, information, and resources.
- Facilitated communication between all departments involved in facility operations to coordinate activities efficiently.
- Conducted regular meetings with other department heads regarding upcoming projects that may require additional resources from a number of different University Departments.
- Guided on legal matters related to youth programming and hosting a large public gathering, such as insurance requirements or health and safety regulations.
- Directed all aspects of project management including planning, budgeting, staffing, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting.
- Formulated long-term objectives while managing day-to-day operations.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while staying within deadlines.
Director, Community Relations & Charitable Giving
Hospice of Midland Endowment
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Developed and wrote a One, Three, and Five-Year Strategic Marketing Plan and initiated the program
- Responsible for all social media planning, postings, and management, mass communications, all collateral and marketing materials, and buying and placing all media and advertising
- Engaged in the development of individual community relations and fundraising efforts and activities.
- Managed the planned giving program
- Responsible for the grant-writing efforts and implementation of monies for Hospice of Midland, Inc.
- Organized press conferences, interviews, and other public engagement opportunities to increase visibility of the organization within the community.
- Provided strategic guidance on how to communicate complex messages within a limited timeframe.
- Monitored industry trends to identify new opportunities for growth in the marketplace.
- Leveraged digital analytics tools to track the performance of online campaigns and optimize those results.
- Developed relationships with local media outlets to ensure positive coverage of the company's activities in the community.
- Spearheaded internal marketing efforts by creating compelling content for newsletters, websites, and social media platforms.
Director of Charitable Gift Planning
Hospice of Midland Endowment
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Developed the first donor-centered planned giving program at Hospice to maximize donor engagement, loyalty, and revenue growth.
- Built relationships to produce gifts and increase the assets of the HOME Foundation with community members and financial planning professionals.
- Coordinated new and improved online presence and collateral materials for Hospice of Midland, Inc. and HOME.
- Participated in civic and cultural community activities to highlight HOME and promote its good works.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from prospective donors regarding their questions about charitable gifting options.
- Researched best practices in the field of philanthropy to stay current on trends in charitable giving and facilitated conversations with legal advisors when necessary.
- Created and maintained relationships with prospects, donors, and other stakeholders through personal contact and solicitation calls
- Designed marketing materials such as brochures, emails, letters, newsletters, and webpages to promote planned giving programs
- Served as an ambassador representing the organization at various conferences and events related to philanthropy
- Implemented stewardship plans for existing donors, including recognition events and annual reports.
- Provided training sessions on planned giving concepts for staff members at all levels of the organization
- Maintained accurate records of all interactions with prospects and donors using customer relationship management software.
- Coordinated new and improved online presence and collateral materials for Hospice of Midland, Inc. and HOME.
- Analyzed data from past campaigns to identify trends in philanthropic behavior among target audiences.
Chief Operations Officer
Hadfield Communications
01.2003 - 09.2003
- Responsible for account management and project coordination
- Responsible for monthly invoicing, bidding projects, and office purchases
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration with internal team to drive business objectives forward
- Built strong relationships with internal stakeholders to provide superior customer service experience
- Assisted in formation and application of everyday administrative actions by coordinating with CEO
- Identified opportunities for cost reduction through process optimization and automation projects
- Collaborated with team to attain comprehensive view of operational statuses
Public Relations Director
Hadfield Communications
05.2002 - 12.2002
- Managed relationships with key stakeholders
- Collaborated with internal team to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.
- Reviewed competitor activity regularly to stay ahead of industry trends.
- Generated creative ideas for engaging audiences through different mediums.
- Developed an understanding of media planning process and terminology through research and review of industry resources.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to negotiate cost-effective rates for media placements.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative concepts for promotional campaigns.
- Wrote with speed, accuracy and creative flair to meet deadlines for monthly and quarterly publications, websites, and print advertisements
Public Relations Leader, Marketing and Public Relations Department
Hillcrest Health System
08.1999 - 11.2001
- Charged with promoting and marketing the Health System and its services to the community through advertising, sponsorships, a Corporate Wellness Program, health fairs, and education seminars
- Media Manager with responsibilities for writing news releases, coordinating physician and executive interviews, developing media reports, and acting as spokesperson
- Developed an in-depth understanding of media relations and public relations principles, including writing press releases and pitching stories to the media.
- Planned and managed an average of 30 public, corporate, and internal events per year.
- Accountable for creating and managing the Public Relations fiscal year budget.
- Developed relationships with key stakeholders within the community to increase visibility of the organization's mission-related marketing initiative. and
- Managed a ten-story medical office building having operational responsibilities including billing, budgeting, and leasing, and contracting new physician office space.
- Developed relationships with key stakeholders within the community in order to increase visibility of the organization's mission.
- Assisted with the development of promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, newsletters.
- Implemented campaigns designed to increase brand awareness.
- Collaborated closely with creative teams on developing concepts for advertising campaigns.
- Participated actively in brainstorming sessions aimed at generating ideas for new initiatives or projects.
Recruiter
Hillcrest Health System
09.1997 - 08.1999
- Responsible for filling key vacancies with qualified candidates for Nursing (RN and LVN) and Nurse Aide positions.
- Drafted job descriptions and criteria for new postings and managed all paid advertisements.
- Identified qualified candidates through various channels, including job postings, online databases, referrals, and networking events.
- Established a positive employer brand image by attending career fairs.
- Created successful recruiting and hiring processes to meet organizational needs.
- Participated in phone and in-person interviews to determine final candidates for consideration.
- Coordinated with managers for interviews with prospective employees.
- Created and taught sessions to hiring managers about interviewing best practices.
- Developed and maintained relationships with the system's hiring managers to ensure successful recruiting processes.
- Participated in Hospital Orientation and taught general policy and procedures related to Human Resources for all new employees.
- Conducted hospital tours for nursing students, new physicians, community members, and other visitors.
Community Supervision and Corrections Officer
216th Judicial District
08.1996 - 04.1997
- Responsible for 150 misdemeanor and felony cases from sentencing date throughout the supervised period
- Prepared Pre and Post-Sentence Investigations for sentencing Judges and appropriate programs
- Prepared Violation of Probation reports for non-compliance for the District Attorney.
- Monitored compliance with court orders such as drug testing, community service, or counseling sessions.
- Enforced court orders related to conditions of probation.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, including daily contact logs and case notes.
- Interviewed individuals to assess the nature of problems and determine the need for referral services.
- Counseled and provided continuous supervision to assist offenders in social and personal adjustment.
- Wrote reports detailing offenders' progress for submission to stakeholders.
- Worked closely with prosecutors and defense attorneys during criminal proceedings related to probation violations.
- Conducted investigations into alleged violations of probation rules and regulations.
Admissions Counselor/Recruiter
Schreiner University
10.1995 - 07.1996
- Responsible for recruitment within a nine-county market area for undergraduate and transfer students, along with the Licensed Vocational Nursing Program and Alternative Teacher Certification Course.
- Conducted interviews with potential applicants to assess their academic backgrounds, career goals, and interests.
- Conducted in-depth interviews and assessments to evaluate prospective students' fit for programs.
- Analyzed transcripts of incoming students and evaluated test scores against university standards.
- Organized college fairs to provide information about the university's academic programs and offerings.
- Coordinated campus visits for prospective students and their families, showcasing the institution's facilities, programs, and resources.
- Contributed to a positive campus culture by assisting with orientation events for new students.
Intern, Television Reporting
KVUE, ABC Television Affiliate
01.1994 - 05.1994
Intern, Talent Assistant
Good Morning America, ABC Television
09.1993 - 12.1993
Education
BA - Communication
Southwestern University
Georgetown, Texas05.1994
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Project management
- Creativity and innovation
- Strategies and goals
Timeline
Director, Event Management Department
University of Texas Permian Basin
01.2024 - 09.2025
Director of Camps and Conferences
University of Texas Permian Basin
08.2021 - 12.2023
Director, Community Relations & Charitable Giving
Hospice of Midland Endowment
05.2019 - 09.2019
Director of Charitable Gift Planning
Hospice of Midland Endowment
01.2017 - 05.2019
Chief Operations Officer
Hadfield Communications
01.2003 - 09.2003
Public Relations Director
Hadfield Communications
05.2002 - 12.2002
Public Relations Leader, Marketing and Public Relations Department
Hillcrest Health System
08.1999 - 11.2001
Recruiter
Hillcrest Health System
09.1997 - 08.1999
Community Supervision and Corrections Officer
216th Judicial District
08.1996 - 04.1997
Admissions Counselor/Recruiter
Schreiner University
10.1995 - 07.1996
Intern, Television Reporting
KVUE, ABC Television Affiliate
01.1994 - 05.1994
Intern, Talent Assistant
Good Morning America, ABC Television
09.1993 - 12.1993
BA - Communication
Southwestern University
Community Service
- Junior League of Midland: active member, Advisory Planning Leader (2024-2025, Membership Vice-President Elect (2025-2026)
- Community Bible Study: Adult Group Leader
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