Vivian Lozano
Summary
Dedicated community leader and nonprofit executive with a strong background in organizational leadership, community partnership development, and equitable program implementation. Proven ability to build collaborative relationships across sectors, develop innovative solutions to community challenges, and lead mission-driven initiatives that strengthen access and opportunity for underserved populations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
La Paz Chattanooga
Chattanooga
05.2024 - Current
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for a nonprofit organization serving thousands of Latino and immigrant residents annually across the Chattanooga region.
- Led operational improvements and strengthened systems, enhancing organizational effectiveness and maximizing community impact.
- Oversaw organizational operations, program implementation, staff leadership, and community partnerships to enhance service delivery.
- Collaborate with community organizations, local leaders, and stakeholders to identify service gaps and develop responsive community-based solutions.
- Supported strategic planning and sustainability initiatives to ensure organizational longevity and mission alignment.
Program Coordinator & Director Roles
La Paz Chattanooga
Chattanooga
02.2013 - 04.2024
- Created and executed community-based programs to eliminate barriers faced by underserved communities, fostering equitable access to services.
- Built strong partnerships with nonprofit organizations, community groups, and local agencies to improve coordination of services and maximize community resources.
- Managed and mentored staff to facilitate collaborative and mission-driven program implementation, strengthening team effectiveness.
- Led outreach and community engagement efforts to strengthen trust and collaboration across diverse communities.
- Delivered direct support and case management services to over 3,000 clients, enhancing access to vital resources.
- Wrote grant proposals and reports to secure and maintain program funding.
- Collected and analyzed program data to support evaluation and continuous improvement efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05-2009
Skills
- Program implementation
- Grant writing
- Data evaluation
- Partnership development
- Community outreach
- Advocacy building
- Leadership management
- Team development
- Community problem solving
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
- Bicultural Communication
Affiliations
- Leadership Hamilton County Schools- Class of 2026
- Leadwell Collective- 2025 Cohort
- Leadership Tennessee NEXT- Class of 2023
- Leadership Chattanooga- Class of 2019
Board and Committee Experience
- Tennessee River Gorge Trust — Vice Chair and Secretary
- EdConnect — Community Advisory Board
- Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga — Community Advisory Board
- Homeless Coalition — Racial Equity Committee
- Hamilton County Schools — Family Engagement Transition Committee
- Colby Foundation — Board of Directors and Secretary
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
La Paz Chattanooga
05.2024 - Current
Program Coordinator & Director Roles
La Paz Chattanooga
02.2013 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Georgia