Mental Health Executive

Stephanie Edwards-Norfleet

**** ***** ** ** ****** Hills, CA 95762 619-***-**** **********@*****.***

Executive Director

Areas Of Expertise

Non-Profit Management

Strategic Planning

Funds Development

Team Leadership & Training

Adjunct Professor

Community Outreach

Executive Relationships

Change Management

Ethics & Compliance

Issue Resolution

Cross-Team Collaboration

Communications

Professional Experience

EL DORADO COMMUNITY VISION COALITION El Dorado Hills, CA

Executive Director 2016– 2018

Manage organization’s programs and operations toward the achievement of the organizations philosophy, mission, annual goals, and objectives. Responsible for the successful leadership and management of the day-today operations of the organization according to the strategic direction set by the Board of Directors in order to ensure program and fiscal sustainability and accountability. Work with and supports the board in defining organizational priorities; developing strong, collaborating relationships. Cultivates and nurtures relationships with existing donors; identifies, cultivates, solicits, and retains new major donors.

Key Achievements

Create and implemented revenue generating nonprofit capacity building program

Work in partnership with the Board, staff and National partners (SAMHSA) to provide leadership, vision and direction for Drug Free Community and organization.

Renegotiated, county contract to increase bottom line.

Developing and executing a fundraising strategy

Establishes and maintains close relationships with funding agencies and other community stakeholders.

Facilitate monthly workshops to increase the capacity and fund development goals of local CBO

OUR PRODIGAL DAUGHTER, INC. Oceanside, CA

Chief Executive Officer 2011 – 2016

Define and advance enterprise-wide strategy across operations, human resources and funding development opportunities. Collaborate closely with board members to advice on new activities, objectives and organizational issues. Oversee and optimize fund development activities. Facilitate administration of the Board by promoting proactive development; support the Board to fulfill its governance and fiduciary responsibilities and Board development; cultivate strong relationships with the Board through frequent communication. Oversee the development of the budget, manage within the budget, and keep the Board regularly informed of the financial status of the organization; understand and implement risk management controls for financial, personnel, and property risks.

Key Achievements

Develop and manage implementation of a growth strategy to maximize and sustain OPD’s mission.

Cultivating, soliciting and stewarding major gift donors

Spearhead complex organizational projects to improve processes and strengthen internal operations

NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE, INC. San Marcos, CA

Executive Director 1999 – 2011

Oversee the recruitment and development of all professional staff and independent contractors. . Mentor, train and direct team of staff and consultants in delivering capacity-building training for nonprofit, community-based organizations in under-funded and under-invested communities. Conduct ongoing in-service board training & grant writing seminars for nonprofit organizations. Develop local health policy and advocacy for system change including but not limited to sexual trauma for aging out foster youth, HIV/AIDS, and services for formerly incarcerated men and youth of color. Plan and conduct workshops and seminars aimed at fostering empowerment of nonprofit communities with special emphasis on mental health, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse and youth programs.

Key Achievements

Successfully formed 201 nonprofit organizations

Innovate new fund development plans and implementation strategies

Boost number of major gift-giving opportunities through collaboration with prospective donors

ONTRACK PROGRAM RESOURCES Sacramento, CA

Consultant 2007 – Present

Build and deliver intensive Board Development and Resource Development training, cultural competency workshops and seminars. Connect with community members and partners through expert knowledge of complex topics, including mental illness, substance abuse, faith-based, HIV/AIDS, youth, and women and children programs.

Key Achievements

Delivered effective capacity building training and technical assistance to community based organization throughout the state of California.

Play major role in guiding organizations toward goal of reducing abuse of alcohol and other drugs among African Americans throughout state of California

Adjunct Faculty Experience

SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE San Diego, CA

Adjunct Professor, School of Human Services 1999 – 2014

Delivered effective instruction on grant writing, fundraising and legal / ethical facets of non-profit management.

Early Career

OROVILLE HOSPITAL, Associate Hospital Administrator Oroville, CA

Responsible for administrative direction of all ancillary departments including pharmacy, cardiac rehabilitation, EKG/EMG/EEG services, physical therapy, dietary services, and public relations. Developed and implemented all phases of $11.5M expansion project.

Education

Doctor of Education, Organizational Leadership, (In Process) Argosy University

Master of Public Administration / Master of Hospital Administration, University of Southern California

Bachelor of Science, Health Science & Health Education, California State University Northridge

Certifications

Financial Management, Organization of Health Services in the Public Sector, Basics of Fundraising

Certified Anger Management Facilitator

Certified Domestic Violence Facilitator

Mental Health First Aid USA

Substance Abuse Prevention Skills Training

Affiliations

Grant Reviewer, 2009-2016, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Member, 2006 – Present, Alliance for Nonprofit Management

President, Board of Directors, 2009 – 2012, California State African-American HIV/AIDS Coalition, Inc.

Grant Reviewer, 2008, County of San Diego Health and Human Services

Grant Reviewer, 2006, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Grant Committee Member, 2001 – 2005, City of San Diego Arts Commission

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