Samantha Garrard
Pine Bluff,AR
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Central Delta Community Action Agency
Pine Bluff, AR
06.2025 - Current
- Direct and oversee all aspects of organizational operations, including strategic planning, budgeting, fundraising, and program development
- Lead a team of staff members in executing the organization's mission and vision while ensuring adherence to policies and procedures
- Develop and implement strategies to increase donor contributions
- Establish partnerships with key stakeholders, government agencies, and community organizations to advance the organization's objectives.
- Oversee the creation of marketing materials to promote programs and initiatives for external audiences.
- Implement performance management systems to evaluate staff productivity and enhance overall organizational efficiency
- Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization at public events, conferences, media interviews, and other engagements
- Facilitate strategic planning sessions with senior leadership to align organizational priorities with emerging trends in the industry or sector
- Negotiate contracts with vendors for services such as event management or facility maintenance
- Collaborate with the board of directors to develop governance policies that align with best practices for nonprofit organizations
- Provide leadership in developing long-term goals and objectives for sustainable growth and impact
- Manage financial resources effectively by creating budgets, monitoring expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities
Instructor
Access Group Inc.
Little Rock, AR
08.2018 - 06.2025
- Oversaw site operations for a multi-location organization, including budgeting, scheduling, staffing, and performance
- Supervised multiple staff members and evaluated their success with feedback and job coaching to maintain a healthy work environment.
- Identified growth opportunities, managed team effectiveness, and set operational goals.
- Recruited new applicants by marketing the program with presentations, workshops, and creative marketing tools to increase applications.
- Collaborated with local businesses, non-profits, and state agencies by attending meetings, assisting with community projects, and advocating for individuals with disabilities.
- Established professional working relationships with applicants and their families while being the primary person of contact for the program.
- Collaborated with the administrative team on employee evaluations and performance.
- Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans to a diverse group of students
- Utilized various teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities, to facilitate student learning
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to create a positive and productive learning environment
Regional Manager
Palco, Inc
Little Rock, AR
07.2014 - 06.2018
- Managed a team of counselors across multiple territories, consistently exceeding regional targets.
- Completed monthly home visits monitoring caregivers and advising clients on training and performance.
- Developed goals and monitored program performance against established targets by analyzing complex data and system reports for program compliance and effectiveness.
- Built strong relationships with key clients, resulting in repeat business and increased customer loyalty.
- Provided ongoing training and coaching to counseling team members, improving their knowledge and skills.
- Developed and implemented strategic business plans to drive revenue growth and member expansion.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, and finance, to ensure seamless execution of business initiatives.
Timeline
Executive Director
Central Delta Community Action Agency
06.2025 - Current
Instructor
Access Group Inc.
08.2018 - 06.2025
Regional Manager
Palco, Inc
07.2014 - 06.2018