Senior Director, Strategy Marketing, Nonprofit Management
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Curriculum Vitae
Anthony Austin MBA
Renton, WA 98058
mobile: 206-***-****
*******.*********@*****.***
http://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyaustinmba
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Profile
Letter of Intent
I am eager to pursue a professional opportunity with an ethical organization and to advance my career in nonprofit services through strategic marketing, business consulting, and community development. I am pleased to submit my curriculum vitae (CV) for your consideration.
With over ten years of experience supporting nonprofit organizations in volunteerism, leadership, and diversity/equity/inclusion (DEI) development, I have successfully established outreach strategies that engage diverse communities. Additionally, I have gained valuable experience in managing various functional areas that include operations, finance, and organizational efficiency. As a consultant, I have trained business professionals in strategy and marketing, while conducting organizational assessments and developing project plans with financial solutions. My expertise focuses on business strategy, project management, and advocacy engagement. Skills Overview
• Through my 25+ years of skill building, my focus has been managing technical projects and programs (42%), youth faith-based volunteer management (31%), finance and account management (11%), sales and digital advertising skills (8%), advocacy leadership and nonprofit consultation while collaborating with diverse teams to achieve common goals (8%).
Also, I have consulted with professional firms and nonprofit organizations, bringing action-oriented leadership and a hands-on approach to operations. Additionally, I have offered ethics-based guidance to various organizations, and I am confident that my practical experience, intellectual rigor, and integrity can significantly benefit your organization. My work has consistently yielded optimal results. In my most recent role, I have had the privilege of working with Fortune 500 companies and local municipalities including Thrivent Financial, Amazon, City of Bellevue’s Diversity Initiative, Bellevue School Board’s Equity Initiative, and the City of Renton’s Nonprofit Chamber of Commerce. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to discuss potential employment opportunities within your organization further.
Thank you in advance.
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ANTHONY AUSTIN MBA
13751 SE 183rd St, Renton WA 98058-5057
*******.*********@*****.***
Mobile: 206-***-****
RESUME’
Executive Summary
Core Competencies
Highly organized and energetic professional with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders including political and elected officials, nonprofit organizations, public and private sectors, as well as public schools and academic institutions.
Creatively adaptable in areas such as technology, business strategy, and arts education, which demonstrates a flexible approach paired with enthusiasm and a strong work ethics. My innate ability to inspire others fosters a positive energy, and I excel in leading projects from concept through implementation.
Highly skilled in project management methodologies, adept at managing project scope, specifications, and risk identification. I effectively track inter-dependencies and milestones, facilitate the user acceptance process and communicate overall project status utilizing project management software. Employment Experience Summary
Company Title Date
THRIVENT Financial Services Practice Support Associate Licensed Agent 2020 – Current THE AUSTIN AGENCY LLC thought-leadership Strategic Advisor, Management Consulting 2018 – 2024 ST MATTHEW’S AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM Director / Consultant 2016 – 2017 HELIX HOUSE Digital Advertising Agency Accounts Executive 2014 – 2015 ANTHONY AUSTIN MBA Business Advisor Strategic Marketing Consultant 2007 – 2018 ASHBURN CHURCH & SCHOOL K – 8th grade Director, Recruitment & Development 2009 CHATHAM CONSULTING GROUP Strategy Consulting Business Analyst 2004 – 2007 CHICAGO HUMANITIES FESTIVAL Literary Arts Education Coordinator / Project Manager 2003 GE / ZENITH CONTROLS INC Industrial Systems Project Lead – Sales and Project Management 1995 – 2002 ASSOCIATE ARCHITECT Architecture/Construction Assoc. Arch. – Facility Planning / Engineering 1987 – 1994 Licensure
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Series 6 (national securities license) 2020
Investment Representative can sell money market, mutual funds and variable securities products. North American Administrator’s Association (NAASA) Series 63 (state securities license) 2020
Registered Representative can sell mutual funds, variable securities, and insurance products. Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) WA State, health/life license 2019
Insurance Representative to sell health, life and disability insurance products. Academic Education
Keller Graduate School of Management at DeVry University Chicago, IL 1996 – 1999
Master of Business Administration
Master of Project Management
Washington University Saint Louis, MO 1983 – 1987
Bachelor of Arts – Architecture
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCES
Business Administration Experience
THRIVENT, Financial Services Bellevue, WA
Practice Support Associate Feb 2023 -- Current
As a not-for-profit organization and Fortune 500 company, Thrivent provides faith-based members with financial strategies in advice, investment, insurance, banking and generosity. As a licensed agent, I coordinated client engagement and contracts, ensured accuracy in information and sales positioning, maintained tracking systems, telephone logs and documented files, managed market research, generated data reports from CRM database, and assisted with strategic financial planning by analyzing recommendations for client plans. Also, I collaborated with multiple teams to achieve common objectives: community engagement, insurance experts and marketing specialists. Associate Financial Professional Oct 2020 -- Jan 2023 Licensed agent for Broker/Dealer Securities Investment Firm and Life Insurance Company. Registrations in Health / Life / Disability Insurance (14x States) and Securities- SEC (FINRA Series 6, 63). I provided access to a full suite of life insurance and investment products for individuals, families, and to nonprofit
& corporate employees. Also, I was responsible for managing sales and marketing, business processes, and client relationships to support optimal business growth and increase membership while promoting diversity and inclusion within the organization.
Licensing Trainee Apr 2020 -- Sep 2020
Industry studies in financial management for Broker/Dealer securities, investments and licensure.
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THE AUSTIN AGENCY LLC, thought leadership Bellevue, WA Strategic Advisor, Management Consulting
Our mission is to promote diversity and inclusion while providing 'corporate-level strategy' for civic and nonprofit agencies, and to enhance enterprise-wide strategy with comprehensive solutions by managerial efficiency, value- added processes, financial planning, and sales/marketing strategy. I conducted volunteer leadership meetings to review strategy, logistics, workload and teamwork. Also, I developed project plans, managed processes and operations, hosted cultural community forums, and analyzed demographic data to promote diversity and inclusion in the community. Also, I collaborated with business leaders on strategic matters by overseeing project plans, managing processes and demographic market research, maintaining tracking systems, and writing data reports with detailed recommendations.
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ST MATTHEW’S AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM, McKnight Middle School Renton WA Director, Arts & Fitness Program
Developed and executed innovative programs, activities, and experiences tailored to meet the needs and interests of students. Fostered an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment where participating youth and families could take pride in their cultural identities, beliefs, and practices. Engaged with social service agencies, local businesses, and school leadership to enhance and support youth activities.
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ASHBURN LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL, ELCA Chicago, IL Director, Recruitment and Development
Key responsibilities included developing programs aimed at boosting enrollment for grades Kindergarten through 8th grade while promoting diversity and excellence within the school. Additionally, I focused on enhancing the visibility of both the church and school by effectively marketing their continued success to the community. I also managed the outreach and advocacy infrastructure and leveraged volunteer resources to support these initiatives. Anthony Austin MBA
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HELIX HOUSE, Digital Advertising Agency Scottsdale, AZ Account Executive, Sales/ Marketing/ Account Management Leveraged external networks to gather information for strategic advantages and enhanced sales positioning. Maintained comprehensive tracking systems, telephone logs, and documented files and contracts while overseeing market research and the CRM database. Provided field training for new sales associates, supervised the customer relations liaison, and led production teams. Coordinated regional sales strategies to target high-value market segments in healthcare and homecare.
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ANTHONY AUSTIN MBA Chicago, IL / Phoenix, AZ / Seattle, WA Nonprofit Consultant, Strategic Marketing Consultant As a business advisory agency specializing in strategy and marketing, we delivered comprehensive solutions aimed at enhancing managerial efficiency, optimizing value-added processes, and driving financial and sales/marketing strategies. Successfully managed projects, developed programs, crafted proposals, and forged partnerships.
Project Management: Conducted measuring, evaluating, and reporting (cash flow, P&L, balance sheet) on a diverse range of key performance indicators (KPIs) related to business outcomes, and wrote project proposals.
Technical Management: Secured resources for projects, process improvements and oversaw budgets, and coordinated execution for a variety of projects including state and local grants, as well as municipal funding.
Creative Advertising: Designed, ordered, updated, maintained, distributed, and tracked promotional materials to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
Technical Proficiency: Expert-level experience with Zoom video conferencing and Microsoft Office Suite, including search engines (AI Internet, Morningstar and D&B), along with high-proficiency in Microsoft Teams. Clientele Independent Contractor for these organizations
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY EXPERTS (CTX) INC. – Director, Information Technology Strategy Chicago
MARRIOTT HOTEL and RESORTS – Sales and Marketing Executive Lincolnshire, IL
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CHATHAM CONSULTING GROUP, LP Chicago, IL
Consulting Business Analyst – Marketing and Business Solutions Primary responsibilities involved reviewing, analyzing and evaluating client requirements to formulate solutions. Crafted marketing initiatives for project deliverables and program plans, and developed enterprise-wide process solutions. Managed project management, service delivery, finance and accounting, creative advertising, internal business development, and market intelligence research. Client Organization Industry Project Year
Hilton Hotels – Beverly Hills, CA Hotel & Resort Industry Ethnic Travel & Hotel 2006
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CHICAGO HUMANITIES FESTIVAL Chicago, IL
Education Program Coordinator
In my full-time role, I managed the education program for the Chicago Humanities Festival, which encompassed the Summer Arts Institute and Children’s Festival activities. My responsibilities included researching and planning educational programs, overseeing program management, coordinating the Children’s Festival, and organizing educational events such as workshops, seminars, and book reviews. (6 months) Project Manager (Theater Company Manager)
In a temporary role, I managed the pre-production activities for Opera Africa’s U.S. premiere of Princess Magogo at the Oriental Theatre in Chicago, Illinois. (6-month position)
Opera Africa’s Princess Magogo – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0JNOZHPjec&feature (promotional clip) Anthony Austin MBA
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Technical Management Experience
GE / ZENITH CONTROLS, INC. – Industrial Systems Division Chicago, IL As a leading supplier of electrical automatic transfer switches and high-voltage parallel switchgear, Zenith provided superior quality electrical power products to both the Chicago market and the national industry. Technical Project Leader – Post-Sales Contracts, Sales Department Managed and supported project stakeholders in the daily operations of the overall project workflow and task workstreams. Led a company-wide initiative focused on "post-sales contracts" to analyze the financial viability of a strategic business unit with a total value of $1 billion. Contributed to medium-sized software development projects utilizing Oracle applications for Financial and Supply Chain Management (FSCM). Developed support processes for a new cost reduction project and successfully integrated them into existing business practices. Associate Project Manager – Project Management Department Evaluated the potential application of products and delivered customer solutions for emergency electrical power controls. Compiled data, developed financial models, and produced income and expense reports in alignment with the project budget and business unit revenues. Served as a client liaison, reported to corporate stakeholders and managed third-party affiliates. Leveraged technical knowledge of product offerings to support engineering field representatives and address manufacturing issues. Supervisor, Engineering Services / CAD Systems – Technology Department Oversaw the document archiving process for products and provided solutions to vendors of emergency electrical equipment. Managed a functional department, supervising a team of eight technicians while collaborating with staff engineers and conducting weekly meetings. Ensured that all documentation, including process logistics, flowcharts, and graphs, met high standards throughout the project lifecycle. Played a key role in large-scale software conversion projects utilizing Auto-Trol (mainframe) and AutoCAD (personal computer) drafting systems.
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ASSOCIATE ARCHITECT Chicago, IL
Prepared technical documentation and assessed construction plans for all facets of Architectural-Electrical- Construction projects. Led and directed project teams, supervised subordinate associates, and evaluated technical vendors. Coordinated final documentation specifications, approved bills of materials, and provided overall guidance on project objectives and concepts.
Clients Independent Contractor for these organizations
CITY OF CHICAGO, DEPARTMENT OF WATER – Civil Engineering Department Chicago
GLOBETROTTERS ENGINEERING CORP. – Architecture Department Chicago
A. EPSTEIN and SONS INTERNATIONAL, INC. – Architecture/ Engineering/ Planning Division Chicago
SEARS, ROEBUCK and COMPANY – National Facility Planning Chicago – Sears Tower
HELLMUTH, OBATA and KASSABAUM (HOK) – Architecture Department Saint Louis, MO PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Certifications
Neverfail IT Continuity Management (Disaster Recovery Software), Dallas, TX 2010
– Certified Sales Professional / Certified Sales Administrator / Certified Sales Engineer
General Electric Company (GE), Industrial Systems Division, Chicago 2000 Six Sigma Quality Program Design, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control (DMAIC)
– Certified Green Belt (Cost Reduction Program)
American Institute of Architects (AIA), Chicago Chapter 1990
– Associate Member and Membership Committee
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Theater Arts Management Experience
CANTILEVER NETWORK INC – Theater Arts Education Chicago, IL June 1995 – December 2012 As a nonprofit organization (501-C-3), Cantilever delivered exceptional services in theater production, performing and visual arts programming, theater management, and arts education. Our after-school programs and summer projects focused on youth development for ages 3 to 18, with each session culminating in a showcase performance for family and friends. General Manager – Director of Business Administration / Project Management Oversaw all business operations for the organization which was dedicated to promoting arts education through performing and visual arts. Managed key technical systems to ensure operational efficiency and readiness while providing overall leadership and direction for logistical initiatives. Reviewed all programmatic specifications to effectively meet business criteria and respond to RFPs. Employed public relations and brand management skills to promote the agency's services through marketing collateral and social media platforms. Artist-in-Residence Partnerships
HAROLD WASHINGTON CULTURAL CENTER, 2006 HAMILTON PARK DISTRICT, 2004 Director – Production Management
Ensured the operational readiness of critical technical systems while allocating resources for performing arts events. Established policies, codes of conduct, disciplinary constraints for participants, and coordinated programs focused on training, performance evaluation, conflict resolution, and rewards. THEATRE PREFORMANCES AND PRODUCTIONS
Director of Operations, Cantilever Performing Arts Program (6 or 8-week projects)
Technical Director HAMILTON PARK DISTRICT – Theater Performance/ Internship Development Program
Financial Manager ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH – Summer Arts Camp 2003
Administrator PALMER PARK DISTRICT – Multi-Cultural Arts Camp 2001
Administrator MORGAN PARK UM CHURCH – Summer Camp 2001
Production Manager CANTILEVER NETWORK – “Hold On, To Your Dreams,” Ms. Priscilla Paris, Metro/Chicago theaters
Administrator SOUTH SHORE CULTURAL CENTER – Kaleidoscope: After-school Program
Administrator RIDGE PARK DISTRICT – Theater Camp Summer 2000 (Beverly community)
Production Manager CANTILEVER NETWORK – “A Dangerous Game,” Zion Lutheran & Maple Park UM Churches
Production Manager CANTILEVER NETWORK – “To Be Young, Gifted and Black,” L. Hansberry, Bailiwick Arts Center CLASSES, WORKSHOPS AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Administrator, Cantilever Performing Arts Events
ILLINOIS DISTRICT PTA Judging Arts Contest – “Beauty Is,” (an elementary school arts project / 1-day)
AVALON SWINGERS PARTNERSHIP Adult Line Dancing Classes: Avalon & Owens Park District (8-wk program)
WEST PULLMAN PARK DISTRICT Kwanzaa Workshop (1-day duration)
TULEY PARK DISTRICT Creative Drama & Music Workshops (8-week duration)
MAYFAIR ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Creative Drama Workshop (10-week duration)
ZION LUTHERAN & MAPLE PARK CHURCHES Fine Arts Workshop: Drug Prevention Campaign
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH AND YOUTH GROUP Children’s Annual Safe-Haven Halloween Party
MAPLE PARK UM CHURCH Creative Drama Classes: Phoebe’s Place (Senior Drop-In Center) THEATRE MANAGEMENT – CONSULTING SERVICES
Director of Project Management (Developed contracts for staff positions)
WEST PULLMAN PARK DISTRICT Drama Instructor – Drama Workshop, After-school Program
STAGG HIGH SCHOOL Technical Director – “Hello Dolly,” Palos Hills, IL
STAGG HIGH SCHOOL Director/Choreographer – “Into the woods,” Palos Hills, IL
MARCY–NEWBERRY ASSOCIATION Production Staff – “Annual May Brunch Performance”
MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Stage Manager – “Carousel,” Chicago Heights, IL
BRYANT BALLET Stage Manager & Crew – Dance Performance
TEIKYO-MARYCREST UNIVERSITY Director/Choreographer – “Once on this Island,” Drama Dept, Davenport, IA
PIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dance Instructor – (2x) 8-week sessions, Fine Arts Program Board of Directors
Chairman – Chief Executive Officer & Treasurer
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Nonprofit Management Experience
BELLEVUE DIVERSITY ADVISORY NETWORK (BDAN) Bellevue, WA 2016 – Present Presiding Chairman
The City of Bellevue charged an advisory committee (21 diverse representatives) to make recommendations on departmental projects, as public initiatives. In my tenure, we created strategic goals and hosted cultural forums. Subcommittee Responsibility Focus Action Plan
Culturally Responsive Government 14x Departmental Agencies DEI Community Engagement
Emerging Needs/ Com. Engagement Public Responsiveness COVID-19 Public Safety Awareness
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging Promote citywide inclusion Policy + Ops Diversity Advantage Plan RENTON AREA NONPROFITS UNITE (RANU) – Chamber of Commerce Renton, WA 2015 – 2022 Executive Committee Member
The Chamber recognized its nonprofit counterparts which included human services organizations. During my tenure, we effectively maximized our networking opportunities to provide essential resources such as volunteer support, business education, and fundraising initiatives. H.E.A.A.L. COALITION (Help Enrich African American Lives) Phoenix, AZ 2010 – 2014 Chairman, Marketing Committee (volunteer)
Established in 2009, the Coalition was created to tackle healthcare concerns within minority communities in Maricopa County, specifically focusing on substance abuse and suicide prevention. We implemented four strategies aimed at strengthening family structures: Reproductive and Sexual Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Violence Prevention, and Environmental Strategies. The Coalition was funded by Magellan and led by TCDC and the Worthy Institute.
Position Responsibility Project Action Plan
Executive Committee, Member Strategy/ Planning Mission Organizational Structure
Marketing Committee, Chairman Marketing/ Advertising/ PR Communication Social Media ELCA YOUTH GATHERING (EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA) – Triennial International Gathering Chicago Youth Worker –Program Manager (volunteer) 1998 – 2018 Primary responsibilities included developing/coordinating programs designed to promote the organization and its services to the community; and to manage social activities and faith-building events for population through various forms of media. Also, responsible for the recruiting/ interviewing, hiring/ payroll, training/ safety, and scheduling of volunteer workers.
Demographic Focus Responsibility Program Year
National Youth Worker Operations / Logistics ELCA 2009 – 2018
Regional Youth Worker Event Coordination / Marketing Metro Chicago Area 2007 – 2010
Local Youth Worker Instructor/ Admin./ Food Services “Kids of the Kingdom” 2006 – 2010
Lutheran Youth Organization Chaperone for National Gathering Zion Lutheran Church 1990 – 1992 Other Advocacy Organizations 1990 – 2016
PARENT ALLIANCE FOR BLACK SCHOLARS, Bellevue School District 405 – Board of Directors Bellevue
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH – Technical Manager: Audio/Visual and Social Media Management Seattle
MOUNT OF OLIVES LUTHERAN CHURCH – Manager, Information Technology and Communications Phoenix
OUR SAVIOURS LUTHERAN CHURCH – Technical Specialist, Audio/Visual Operation Chicago
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH – Church Council President; Treasurer/ Financial Chairman; Youth Worker Chicago Anthony Austin MBA
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Biography
As a native of Chicago's South Side, Anthony grew up in the middle-class African American neighborhood of Chatham. His parents held respected roles in the federal government and raised three sons in a supportive environment. After completing his education in the Chicago Public Schools, Anthony pursued a degree in architecture at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. Upon returning to Chicago as a professional, he gained valuable skills and organizational expertise in architecture, engineering, and manufacturing. Anthony furthered his education at Keller Graduate School of Management, where he earned a dual Master’s degree in Business Administration and Project Management.
In addition to his professional pursuits, Anthony has explored his passions in creative graphic design, strategic marketing, nonprofit consulting, performing and visual arts theater management, digital DJ entertainment, and faith formation as an ELCA youth worker. Now, he shares his life with his wife, the Reverend Priscilla Paris-Austin, as they steward their three, wonderfully talented, adult children in their communities of Bellevue, Redmond and Renton, Washington.
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Diversity Statement
I would be pleased to discuss my commitment to diversity with you. As a strong advocate for diversity and equal rights, I grew up on the South Side of Chicago during the Civil Rights Era. My parents instilled in our African American family the respect and appreciation of the rich cultural diversity found within the multi-racial communities of Chicago, including Jewish, Polish, Irish, Italian, Mexican, Latino, Chinese, and Asian cultures – among others. My brothers and I were fortunate to attend out-of-state colleges; and we returned to our neighborhood, where we shared our knowledge and education through youth church programs, community centers, high schools, local colleges, and park districts. My faith has fostered a deep understanding of equity and inclusion for all, particularly regarding economic and educational disparities. Many culturally diverse individuals face significant barriers when accessing higher education, even as U.S. citizens. Immigrant families often encounter limited job opportunities and unfair wages. As a compassionate society, we must embrace individuals with varying abilities, including those across the spectrum of gender identity and sexual orientation, as well as people with physical disabilities, recognizing them as valued and equal members of our community.
I believe U.S. organizations should actively welcome individuals with autism, providing them with education, training, and the necessary tools for economic success. I have offered ethics-based guidance to various organizations in the Eastside and Southeast communities of the region, and I am eager to utilize my skills and education to enhance socio-economic opportunities within the communities of Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Renton and Kent.
Sincerely,
Anthony Austin MBA
http://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyaustinmba
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