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Work History
Education
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Training
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Tandra R. LaGrone

Loudonville,New York

Summary

Results-driven Chief Operating Officer with a forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

In Our Own Voices, Inc
01.2005 - Current
  • Assumes primary responsibility for administrative, financial, and programmatic leadership, collaborating closely with the Board of Directors and staff to ensure the organization's mission is achieved.
  • Cultivates relationships to enhance the organization's visibility, gain support, remain at the forefront of organizing efforts aligned with the mission, and maximize the organization's impact.
  • Ensures the organization's resources are managed effectively and efficiently.
  • Supervises a team of two staff members and multiple consultants.
  • Guarantees the implementation of agency policies and procedures.
  • Establishes performance measures for each position and ensures they are met through established supervisory processes.
  • Provides oversight for program planning, implementation, measurement & evaluation, and progress documentation.
  • Oversees the development of grassroots community organizing, coalition building, and community action projects.
  • Leads the development and execution of multi-tiered fundraising strategies to support the organization's mission and growth.
  • Manages the implementation of health programming within a social justice framework.
  • Oversees the management of agency contracts and ensures compliance with all contract requirements and timely reporting.
  • Enhances visibility and acts as a spokesperson for In Our Own Voices.
  • Serves as a liaison between the Board of Directors and the organization's staff.
  • Works closely with the Board of Directors and Board Committees.
  • Provides monthly reports to the Board of Directors, including financial statements, cash flow projections, upcoming funding status, and program updates.
  • Ensures fiscal oversight of accounting, bookkeeping, and auditing for the agency.
  • Ensures compliance with legal and ethical requirements to maintain non-profit status.

Director

Girls Incorporated
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Oversaw and managed all aspects of Albany County Programs, including after-school, LGTBQ, Summer Fun Camp Program, and collaboration sites.
    Recruited, trained, and supervised team of 48 staff members and interns.
  • Coordinated and executed various Girls Inc. programs such as Operation S.M.A.R.T, Media Literacy, and Sports & Adventure.
  • Developed and executed over 40 programs for after-school, Summer Fun Camp, and collaboration sites.
    Introduced 10 new programs to enhance Albany after-school program.
  • Fostered partnerships with schools and community-based organizations to ensure efficient program delivery.
  • Managed budget formulation and implementation.
    Compiled evaluation and service delivery data.
  • Successfully wrote grants to secure funding for program initiatives.

Technical Assistance Specialist

The New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Offered technical support, welfare reform education, and immigration training to 120 domestic violence programs in state of New York.
  • Authored position papers and testimonies addressing organizational matters.
  • Conducted training sessions for community-based organizations on Partner Notification Protocols in context of domestic violence.
  • Conducted extensive research on state and federal funding opportunities and grants, and prepared Request for Proposals (RFPs).
  • Developed comprehensive curricula and modules on topics such as HIV/AIDS, Domestic Violence, and Cultural Competency.
  • Designed a training series tailored specifically for 120 domestic violence programs in New York State.
  • Facilitated networking and collaboration between NYSCADV and various community organizations.
  • Provided immediate crisis intervention services through statewide domestic violence hotline.
  • Advocated for rights of battered women. Produced informative articles for quarterly NYSCADV newsletter.
  • Oversaw supervision of support staff and college interns.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

State University At New Paltz
New Paltz, New York

Skills

  • Grant Writing
  • Staff Management
  • Operating Budgets
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Program Oversight
  • Strategic Planning
  • Board Collaboration
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Capital Expenditure Planning
  • Project Oversight
  • MIssion and Vision
  • Management Team Leadership
  • Organizational Growth
  • Financial Oversight
  • Policies and Procedures

Accomplishments

  • Created and executed the Nation's second Black Lives Matter Street mural on Albany NY Lark Street.
  • Sat on the Albany, NY Police Reform Collaborative Project
  • Create the LGBTQ+ Safe Corridor
  • Member of NYS Domestic Violence Task Force
  • Member of the COVID-19 Task Force
  • Create the first LGBTQ BIPOC Health Human Service Best Practice Directory
  • Create a Best Practice Guide for Sexual and Domestic Violence Providers who serve LGBTQ+ BIPOC Victims and Survivors





Training

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Behavioral Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Mediation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Coaching
  • Cultural Relevancy and Responsiveness
  • Anti-Racism
  • Organizational development

Affiliations

  • New York State Health Equity Council Member
  • CenterLink Board Member
  • United Tenants, Board Treasurer
  • Albany Community Policing Advisory Member
  • Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) Program, Board Member
  • Peer Reviewer for the Office on Violence Against Women

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

In Our Own Voices, Inc
01.2005 - Current

Director

Girls Incorporated
01.2000 - 01.2005

Technical Assistance Specialist

The New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
01.1998 - 01.2000

Bachelor of Arts -

State University At New Paltz

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