Open To Work
Tamara Williams
Hinesville,GA
Summary
Results-oriented non-profit leader with a proven track record of enhancing community engagement and achieving significant membership growth. Expertise in cultivating partnerships, managing budgets, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful programs that align with organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Director of Membership and Volunteer Support
Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia
Albany / Savannah
05.2021 - 04.2026
- Led regional Membership team to achieve 10% growth in membership.
- Led regional strategic planning initiatives for community engagement programs.
- Cultivated collaborations with educational institutions, businesses, and community organizations to market programs and secure financial contributions, enhancing public support.
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted results for upper management.
- Upheld strict operating-budget accountability by managing team expenditures within planned levels and overseeing grant compliance for tactical actions and outcome metrics.
- Coordinated training sessions for troop leaders and volunteers, enhancing skills across multiple districts.
- Upheld strict operating-budget accountability by managing team expenditures within planned levels and overseeing grant compliance for tactical actions and outcome metrics.
Membership Recruitment Manager
Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia
Albany, GA
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed and executed targeted recruitment strategies that raised brand awareness and increased membership numbers among girls and adults.
- Planned and implemented effective year-round lead-generating activities, including virtual recruitment and programmatic events tailored to specific demographics. Communicated openings and successfully placed girls into active troops.
- Established and nurtured relationships with faith-based organizations, corporate partners, educational institutions, and community stakeholders to expand the organization's reach and enhance recruitment efforts.
- Recruited adult volunteers through traditional and non-traditional avenues to collaborate with and mentor girls across diverse settings.
- Researched market data, regional membership trends, and demographic information to identify and shape successful council membership strategies.
Membership Support Manager (Retention)
Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia
Albany, Georgia
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Implemented the annual membership renewal process, localized retention strategies, and met the council's overall retention goals for girls and adults.
- Liaised between troop and service-area volunteers, enhancing communication and support.
- Guided service-area team members in resolving localized issues through effective problem-solving and conflict-resolution strategies.
- Collaborated with additional team members to ensure proper placement for girls and adults.
- Monitored troop and service area bank accounts, conducting audits to ensure compliance and financial integrity.
Youth Coordinator
Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia
Albany, Georgia
04.2017 - 08.2018
- Delivered high-quality, impactful Girl Scout programming with a specific focus on extending access to underserved and hard-to-reach areas.
- Organized educational programs for youth to foster leadership and personal growth.
- Managed and executed programming in strict accordance with specified grant criteria and localized regional membership goals.
- Partnered with the Regional Director of Membership, direct-delivery staff, and volunteers to design, plan, and coordinate activities aligned with resources, goals, and the interests of girls aged 5-17.
- Maintained meticulous records of program delivery, attendance, and product sales participation. Surveyed participants, site personnel, and site directors to evaluate program effectiveness.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2014
Skills
- Membership Engagement
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Strategic Partnerships
- Operational Oversight
- Budgeting & Financial Control
- Salesforce
- Microsoft Office
- Community Outreach and Volunteer Events
- Public Speaking
Locations
- Savannah, GA
- Albany, GA
Timeline
Regional Director of Membership and Volunteer Support
Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia
05.2021 - 04.2026
Membership Recruitment Manager
Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia
10.2019 - 05.2021
Membership Support Manager (Retention)
Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia
08.2018 - 10.2019
Youth Coordinator
Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia
04.2017 - 08.2018
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University