Shaneka A Pedersen

Experienced Mortgage Branch Manager with over 15+ years of experience in the residential real estate and banking industry. Well-versed in developing relationships, partnerships and engagement strategies to help clients achieve their homeownership goals. Communicative and strategic leader committed with motivational and educational leadership styles, dedicated to going the extra mile for clients, staff and meeting organizational goals.

Indianapolis Public Schools Foundation 2019- current 

Board President 2021-current

• Implemented new strategic goals for the organization as we continue to grow the Board of Directors.
• Coordinated fundraising goals, to focus on corporate donors and sponsors, specifically working with local and nationwide donors.
• Implemented Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives to better reflect the diverse district we serve.

Hawthorne Community Center, Indianapolis, Indiana Board of Directors 2010 – 2019

Treasurer 2018- 2019, Secretary 2016-2018

• Secured funding for youth programs by developing marketing proposals and submitting for various grants.
• Developed community relationships with other financial and non-profit organizations.
• Supported fundraising efforts through professional connections as well as planning fundraising events.

Youth basketball coach 2007 – 2023

• Coached youth ages 5-16; taught fundamentals of basketball; passing, shooting, dribbling, teamwork.

Recovery Cafe Indy -Advisory Board Committee 2019 -2021

• Identified fundraising, technical assistance and marketing resources.
• Supported fundraising efforts through facilitating connections, promoting opportunities and planning events.
• Supported hiring search for Program Director

Center for Inquiry # 27 PTSA , Indianapolis, Indiana 2017-2023

Recording Secretary 2019– 2020/ Treasurer 2020-2021

• Helped plan school fundraising events such as the Parent Bash, Stories at Starlight, and Teacher Appreciation Week
• Attend and record minute meetings.
• Continue to maintain positive rapport with Staff, Parents, Teachers and Students.

Women's Fund OPTIONS 2020

• Attended classes with guest speakers, field trips, community exploration with the goal of establishing a personal giving plan.
• Experienced in group-decision making regarding grants, an understanding of what it means to be a thoughtful Board member, a better understanding of gender equity, racial equity and the intersection of race and gender.

Broad Ripple Middle School PTSA , Indianapolis, Indiana 2024

Assistant Treasurer 2024/ Advisory Committee

• Helped establish financial processes/operations, opened bank account, planned provisional budget for the new school year as a newly opened IB program
• Attended and participated in meetings, providing feedback regarding opportunities as well as challenges.

Dale Carnegie Certification 2015