Executive Director

To Whom It May Concern:

I have attached my resume for your review for the position of Executive Director. I possess a strong commitment to working in organizations that are dedicated to the development, nurturance, and protection of communities in need. As described, the position of Executive Director ideally reflects a match for my skills as a senior manager/leader. Throughout my career, I have successfully brought to fruition numerous projects including developing management systems, enhancing financial reporting, and realizing organizational objectives and strategies. My professional experiences have equipped me with the skills necessary to be an effective strategic leader and partner with the ability to motivate staff as well as keep focused on goals and objectives. As a senior level executive, I have achieved many accomplishments, such as the following:

• Led employer from fiscal crisis to solvency in four years through strategic planning and decisive actions which included collaborating with other senior managers, board members, staff, vendors, funders, clients, community leaders, and other stakeholders.

• Successfully reorganized the Accounting Department, which included lay-offs and recruiting new talent, to eliminate dysfunctions resulting in a significant increase in productivity and efficiency.

• Developed a fundraising plan and Benefits Committee as well as coordinated critical activities related to enacting strategies aimed at putting together the annual gala and launching various fundraising projects/initiatives.

• Developed a tracking system to monitor and report the financial and program performance of the organization and its affiliates. Implemented policies and strategies to reduce Financial costs.

• Improved the process of Consolidated Fiscal Report and SSOP submissions, and other state and federal required reporting to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Worked closely with Board Committees to develop strategies to strengthen fiscal and programmatic operations. Established cash management systems and created specialized reports for the Board of Directors and the Finance Committee.

• Secured working capital and bridge financing to upgrade the organization’s fiscal operations. Established controls and procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the overall business operations.

• I have worked with programming connected to DOE, SED, OCFS, DYCD, DOH and other federal, state, and local agencies and programs.

My background in management and leadership is quite extensive. Furthermore, I am team oriented and enjoy working in a collegial and collaborative manner to address and resolve issues. I also am a great strategist in dealing with the continuous challenges of leading a non-profit organization, which my past employers deeply valued. It would be my pleasure to discuss this opportunity at your convenience.

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