RUTHIE NOEL
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Top-notch Executive Director with proven track record of success leading and growing organizations. Strong background in strategic planning, collective impact, and community building. Skilled in leveraging organizational development, continuous improvement, and leadership skills to build meaningful, productive relationships that result in improved outcomes for all community members, especially in the realm of education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Achieve Escambia
07.2023 - Current
- Mission: To align community resources so everyone is empowered to achieve educational success.
- Responsible for leading a successful cross-sector approach to collective impact including convening community partners, analyzing and utilizing data to inform decisions and assess progress, and advocating for improvement in key outcome areas.
- Responsible for administration, resource development, financial management, board management, and partner and community relations.
- Increase organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
- Develop strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.
- Oversee financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
Executive Director
ReadyKids!
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Mission: To maximize children’s potential through increased school readiness in Escambia County.
- Grew the operating budget 30% within two years.
- Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Evaluated program outcomes using data-driven metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted interventions.
- Forged strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Optimized operational workflows, reducing overhead costs and maximizing resource allocation.
Executive Director
Pensacola Young Professionals
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Mission: To share passion for the Pensacola Bay area and create positive change in the community.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization's reach and influence.
- Championed diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the community to create a more inclusive place to live, work, and play.
- Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- Presented regularly at conferences or industry events showcasing the accomplishments of the organization.
Business Development Analyst
Studer Education
05.2017 - 04.2019
- Increased client base by developing and implementing targeted business development strategies.
- Built strong relationships with key clients for better understanding of their needs and preferences.
- Identified new market opportunities through in-depth research and analysis of industry trends.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, enhancing company offerings.
- Streamlined sales processes by automating manual tasks and improving efficiency in the sales funnel.
- Managed a portfolio of accounts, ensuring consistent revenue growth and high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Developed and executed marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness and generate leads.
- Presented findings from data-driven analyses to senior management, influencing strategic decision-making processes.
- Implemented CRM system optimizations for more effective tracking of sales activities and forecasting potential deals accurately.
Partner Relations Coordinator
Studer Group
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided comprehensive administrative support to the executive coaching department, managing correspondence with key internal and external stakeholders efficiently via email or phone calls.
- Managed client accounts effectively, ensuring timely communication and accurate reporting.
- Increased client retention by delivering exceptional customer service and understanding individual needs to recommend tailored solutions.
- Trained new team members on best practices in client relations management, improving overall team performance.
- Contributed to revenue growth by identifying opportunities for upselling or cross-selling products and services based on client needs.
Graduate Student Research Assistant
The University Of West Florida
07.2014 - 06.2016
- NIEHS Grant: Health Impact of Deep Water Horizon Spill in Eastern Gulf Coast Communities.
- Interviewed a broad range of community agency representatives from the Florida Panhandle to gain anecdotal evidence of resilience needs and successes.
- Compiled research and interviews on existing community resilience network models.
- Curated digital database of community resource partners.
- Streamlined data collection processes, improving efficiency and accuracy of research findings.
- Published research on the role of social capital on community resilience.
Education
Master of Arts - Industrial-Organizational Psychology
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL01.2016
Certificate in Human Resource Management -
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FLBachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL01.2014
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Public Speaking
- Community Engagement
- Human Resources Management
- Stakeholder Relations
- Fundraising
Awards Recognition
- Pensacola Young Professionals Four Core Award 2018
- In-Weekly Rising Star 2022
Community Service
- Pensacola Young Professionals, Member, 2015 - Present, Board of Directors, 2017 - 2019, Mentor Pensacola participant 2015; 2021 - Present
- CivicCon Center for Civic Engagement, Founding Member
- Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Pensacola (LeaP) Class of 2021 – 2022
- United Way Agency Director’s Association, Secretary/Treasurer, 2022 - 2023
- Pensacola Women’s Alliance, Member, 2022 - Present
Timeline
Executive Director
Achieve Escambia
07.2023 - Current
Executive Director
ReadyKids!
01.2021 - 07.2023
Executive Director
Pensacola Young Professionals
04.2019 - 01.2021
Business Development Analyst
Studer Education
05.2017 - 04.2019
Partner Relations Coordinator
Studer Group
07.2016 - 05.2017
Graduate Student Research Assistant
The University Of West Florida
07.2014 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Industrial-Organizational Psychology
University of West Florida
Certificate in Human Resource Management -
University of West Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of West Florida
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