TC Caldwell
MONTGOMERY,Alabama
Summary
Passionate Organizer with 20 years of diverse experience energizing marginalized citizens to become productive society members. Creative problem-solver with proven success at fixing broken social systems and enabling long-lasting community changes. Relentless advocate for social change with focus on equipping community members to manage and perpetuate improvements. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
The Knights & Orchids Society
MONTGOMERY, Alabama
02.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase organizational capacity, visibility, and sustainability.
- Advised on policy development initiatives to promote organizational effectiveness.
- Cultivated relationships with major donors while expanding the donor base through outreach efforts.
- Created an environment that fostered innovation in program design and delivery methods.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure effective collaboration across teams.
- Established strategic direction and goals to accomplish objectives.
Cover Alabama Grassroots Co-Chair
Alabama Arise
Montgomery, AL
02.2021 - Current
- Attended meetings as required by chair or other stakeholders involved in planning and organizing activities.
- Collaborated with other co-chairs on planning and organizing activities.
- Organized meetings with community leaders to discuss policy initiatives.
- Developed and executed grassroots campaigns to increase awareness of social justice issues.
Community Engagement Director
The Knights & Orchids Society
Montgomery, Alabama
01.2021 - Current
- Planned and managed different community meetings, public forums and outreach events.
- Implemented community outreach and engagement plans to reach vulnerable communities.
- Collaborated with community-based organizations and key stakeholders to address community initiatives.
- Conducted interviews with people from target populations to listen to concerns and amplify group's voice.
- Distributed informational pamphlets and legislative contact information.
- Conducted outreach to local community leaders and progressive organizations and assisted with local and regional on-site events.
- Constructed work plans to form support committees, consisting of friends, family, neighbors and co-workers.
Communications Director
The Knights & Orchids Society
Selma, Alabama
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed website copy and social media profiles and pages.
- Wrote and edited content to create consistent and positive company image.
- Served as primary point of contact for incoming media calls.
- Directed public relations, media relations and crisis communications campaigns.
- Planned advertising campaigns for online, print and other mediums.
Field Navigator
AIDS Alabama
Huntsville, AL
04.2014 - 09.2018
- Analyzed clients' needs and financial situations to customize insurance policies for individual necessity.
- Created individualized proposals for clients to include coverage options, premiums and enrollment guidelines.
- Collaborated with and maintained positive rapport with stakeholders, building strong relationships.
- Maintained lists of resources helpful to clients.
- Assisted staff with rural communities and underserved populations outreach.
Education
History Education
Alabama State University
Montgomery, ALJournalism
Troy University
Troy, ALSkills
- Community Meeting Arrangements
- Advocacy Background
- Event Coordination
- Mobilization Management
- Planning & Organizing
- Organizational Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- People Skills
- Good Work Ethic
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Customer Service
Timeline
Executive Director
The Knights & Orchids Society
02.2024 - Current
Cover Alabama Grassroots Co-Chair
Alabama Arise
02.2021 - Current
Community Engagement Director
The Knights & Orchids Society
01.2021 - Current
Communications Director
The Knights & Orchids Society
06.2019 - 01.2021
Field Navigator
AIDS Alabama
04.2014 - 09.2018
History Education
Alabama State University
Journalism
Troy University
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