Throughout my career, I have built strong relationships with Federal, state & local government, stakeholder thru my passion for this field, effective organization, prioritization, and execution of key projects. My skills and qualifications are an ideal match to the Director of Business Advocacy position and will bring immediate value to Salem Chamber of Commences membership My passion for this field, combined with my respect for the Salem Chamber of Commerce makes me eager to get on board.
As Chair for the Small Business Rules Advisory Board I lead the boards participation in statewide decision making process on wide variety of important governmental policies. Major issues range from consumer protection, economic development, education, conservation, and health care all of which are critical to the ongoing success of the State of Oregon.
• Applied effective management strategies to achieve the boards success.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills.
• Led recruitment efforts and training of new Board members.
• Brought forth the ability to multitask and prioritize. • Created innovative and usable solutions.
• Managed and supported business risk and worked to develop and implement strategic solutions.
Primary Program contact for State of Oregon Agencies staff, stakeholders, public regarding OAR, ORS. Design training development material, provide internal guidance, interpret rules, regulations, policies and procedures, particularly as they related to ORS (Oregon Revised Statutes) to agencies staff, stakeholders, public, Businesses. Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret rules, regulations, policies and procedures, communicating clearly and concisely verbally and in writing. Monitoring various systems for Inaccuracy's while providing solutions and options to correct them. Ability to work with multiple deadlines, organizing complex and sometimes competing projects during times of heavy workloads. Ability to maintain composure during stressful situations.
• Initiating and drafting administrative rules
• Based on data, problem-solve and develop strategies for targeted improvements.
• Determining and assessing compliance (OAR's), (ORS)
• Created and distributed written reports for program directors.
• Providing program evaluation as Part of the Business & Systems application team for testing and development of The OARD system project (2016-2017)
• Coordinated with external companies to monitor and support data integration to the company's Online Provider Directory Enterprise System.
• Developed, document, and training for others in related program processes and procedures.
• Brought forth excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Brought forth a positive work ethic and a commitment to excellence
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Board Member, Marion Polk YMCA, Salem January 2017 — Present
• Fiduciary – Approve annual budget, investment strategy, large grants, loans, and audits. Assure funding and programs are in alignment with the mission. Review financial statements and monitor fiscal controls. Lead as a board the annual fundraising efforts and assist with events.
• Strategic – Develop and monitor mission and strategic plans. Adapt and align from as needed. Hire, support, and assess performance of the CEO. Establish policies and goals for the organization to ensure accountability to the law and our values. Identify, recruit, and elect members to the Board.Create connections throughout the community.
• Generative – Bring personal and professional expertise to support the mission of the YMCA. Engage in exploring root causes, values, options, and new ideas for the advancement of the organization.
• Executive Committee Veteran's Housing Committee, Capital Campaign
• Board Development Committee Executive Committee Member Veterans Housing Committee, Salem August 2019 — Present
• Created and updated mission and vision statements. Reviewed and approved the organization's programs and services and approved strategic plan. liaison between government policymakers and VHC
• Approving major contracts and grants, troubleshooting when necessary, fundraising by directly donating to the non-profit and soliciting donations from others, advocating for the organization and member of the finance committee.
• Developed ideas for increasing fundraising and revenue.
• Ability to assess organizational needs and implement administrative procedure
Kevin Cameron from Marion county Board of Commissioners kcameron@co.marion.or.us · 503-930-8212
Tim Sinatra from CEO Family YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties tsinatra@theyonline.org · 503-991-247
Chuck Adams New media chuck@newmedianw.com 503-931-5825
Aj Klausen Marion county aklausen85@gmail.com Aklausen@co.marion.or.us 503-779-8940