Vernon Pryer
FL
Summary
Accomplished Executive Director at Amikids Yes, adept in strategic planning and community engagement, significantly enhanced organizational sustainability and staff morale. Expert in fostering relationships and leading through change demonstrated exceptional program leadership and crisis management skills. Achieved notable improvements in compliance, fundraising, and resident satisfaction without compromising on fiscal responsibility.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director -Retired
Amikids Yes
01.2019 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Evaluated program outcomes using data-driven metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted interventions.
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
Superintendent/Regional Operations Monitor Retired
State of Florida Department of Juvenile Justice
09.1991 - 01.2021
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Developed and executed innovative curriculum plans, significantly improving student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Engaged with community through regular meetings and feedback sessions, strengthening school-community relations.
- Boosted staff morale and performance through effective leadership and professional development opportunities.
- Managed budget allocations efficiently, ensuring optimal use of resources for educational excellence.
- Coordinated professional development workshops for teachers, focusing on innovative teaching methods and technologies.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, resulting in cost savings and stronger relationships with suppliers.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
- Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
- Enforced rigorous safety procedures during daily operations, creating a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the project''s execution process.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Springfield College
Springfield, MA08.2014
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Program Management
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Staff Management
- Relationship Building
- Public Speaking
- Program Leadership
- Leadership Development
- Compliance and regulations
- Fundraising
- Resident satisfaction
- Crisis Management
Certification
Professional Supervisory Certification
Public Manager Certification
Timeline
Executive Director -Retired
Amikids Yes
01.2019 - 08.2023
Superintendent/Regional Operations Monitor Retired
State of Florida Department of Juvenile Justice
09.1991 - 01.2021
Professional Supervisory Certification
Public Manager Certification
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Springfield College
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