Terri Rutty
Seattle,WA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record in diversity, equity and inclusion excelling in environmental sustainability, community engagement and food sovereignty. Spearheaded innovative justice, equity, diversity, decolonization and inclusion efforts, fostering cross-functional collaboration and enhancing project efficiency. Recognized for cultivating high-performing teams and driving equity through visionary leadership and ethical practices.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Fundraising
Black in BC Mutual Aid
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Mentored junior staff members to enhance their development in the field of fundraising
- Raised significant funds by developing and implementing strategic fundraising plans and campaigns
- Created a robust volunteer program to engage community members while increasing event participation
- Secured $200K in donations to fund programming for non-profit organization
- Enhanced overall brand awareness by creating meaningful stories about our cause which were shared across various media platforms
- Led cross-functional teams in executing comprehensive fundraising strategies, resulting in organizational growth
Surrey CityLab Lead
City of Surrey
03.2019 - 12.2020
- Facilitated the collaborative, equity centered design program for SFU and KPU students
- Developed curriculum for student projects
- Developed strategic communications with mayor and council, city staff, academic partners, and community organizations to accomplish shared vision goals
- Collaborated with academic and community partners to meet city priorities and community needs
- Coordinated staff and student trainings, recruitment for the program, and was recognized for creating a professional, high level 35-page annual report
Founder
Tuf Lov Consulting
02.2021 - Current
- Deliver exceptional liberatory coaching, consulting and facilitation services
- Give clients the tools to actively dismantle systems of oppression in their workplaces, homes, and communities
- Create brave spaces for uncomfortable and challenging conversations
- Create anti-racist spaces and systems that are healthy, socially-just, collaborative, diverse, and accessible
- Create safe, inclusive spaces for people of colour, racialized, and marginalized communities
- Oversee financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring for improved financial stability
Instructor
Simon Fraser University
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness
- Improved learning outcomes by tailoring teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles
- Adapted teaching materials and methods during remote learning phases, ensuring continuity of education
- Advocated for inclusion of mental health education in curriculum, supporting student well-being
Project Director
Tides Canada
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Provided strategic direction, vision, governance, and decision-making for the organization to attain sustainable organizational growth. Collaborated with universities, government, and NGOs to implement a collective impact initiative
- Organized provincial leaders to develop a common agenda leading Sustain BC collective impact project
- Developed and implemented policies around food and agriculture at the provincial level
- Performed organizational reviews, financial analysis, project evaluations and led fundraising efforts
- Delivered appropriate solutions to build a more equitable food system with the collaboration of underrepresented, racialized, and marginalized voices, organizations, and communities
Community Engagement Coordinator
Simon Fraser University
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Acted as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, and local communities
- Led community programming for passionate student innovators
- Supported passionate student innovators by engaging them in environmental stewardship initiatives
- Responsible for collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders
- Led employee engagement and outreach on all three SFU campuses (Vancouver, Burnaby, and Surrey)
Director of Environmental Sustainability
YMCA of Greater Toronto
07.2012 - 12.2015
- Led the creation of a 10-acre organic farm and interactive, educational, 10-acre organic farm on one of YMCA's 283 -acre outdoor learning centers which led to the development of farm camp programming.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Fostered culture of innovation, encouraging development of cutting-edge solutions.
- Transformed organizational culture to embrace continuous improvement, leading by example and mentoring teams.
- Pioneered adoption of sustainable practices, leading to industry recognition and awards.
Executive Director
Women's Healthy Environments Network
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Dalhousie University
Nova ScotiaMaster of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Royal Roads University
British ColumbiaSkills
- Visionary leadership
- Partnership development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Ethics and integrity
- Project management
- Team engagement
- Financial management
- Adaptable and flexible
- Relationship and team building
- People and culture
Certification
- Liberatory Coaching Certification - Coaching For Healing Justice And Liberation
- Communal Consultations - Resmaa Menakem
- Foundations in Somatic Abolitionism for Bodies of Culture - Education for Racial Equity
- Equity Foundations - Urban Sustainability Directors Network (USDN)
- Boards that Work - Charity Village
- Firelight Campaign school - Organize BC
- The Work of Racial Justice: Deepening Our Capacity - Leading From The Heart
Timeline
Founder
Tuf Lov Consulting
02.2021 - Current
Director of Fundraising
Black in BC Mutual Aid
03.2020 - 12.2020
Surrey CityLab Lead
City of Surrey
03.2019 - 12.2020
Instructor
Simon Fraser University
01.2019 - 11.2021
Project Director
Tides Canada
11.2017 - 12.2018
Community Engagement Coordinator
Simon Fraser University
07.2016 - 06.2017
Executive Director
Women's Healthy Environments Network
06.2013 - 06.2014
Director of Environmental Sustainability
YMCA of Greater Toronto
07.2012 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Dalhousie University
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Royal Roads University
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