The main duty of a Founding Executive Director is to develop and implement strategies and aim to promote the mission and voice of the company. A well-written Founding Executive Director Resume mentions the following duties and responsibilities – creating complete business plans for the attainment of goals; building an effective team of leaders, ensuring adherence of the organization’s daily activities, directing and overseeing investments and legal guidelines, forging and maintaining relations of trust with partners and shareholders; reviewing reports by subordinate managers to acquire an understanding of the company’s financial and non-financial position, and devising remedial actions for any identified issues.
The nature of the job demands the following skills – proven work experience, the ability to apply successful fundraising and networking techniques; a strong understanding of corporate finance and measures of performance; solid knowledge of corporate governance principles and managerial best practices, and an analytical mindset; and public speaking skills. A master’s degree in business administration or a relevant field is mandatory.
Summary : To work in a leadership and teaching position at a professional Performing Arts organization that would benefit from the synthesis of my Theatre Arts Teaching, Administrative Credentials, and Business Acumen, to continue and/or advance a coalition in the Arts with Educational institutions at all levels.
Skills : Organizational Development, Event Planning, Electronic Media Management, Financial Management, Team development, Public Speaking, Training.
Description :
Included building and managing an annual budget of over $1 million and a staff of nine, including policy analysts, communication staff, development staff, and administrative staff.
Established GBPI's research priorities and agenda.
Researched and wrote policy reports and briefs concerning overall tax and budget policy.
Oversaw organizational development and strategic planning, including capacity building.
Worked with Development Director and appropriate Board committee to craft GBPI's long-term and annual development plan.
Cultivated relationships with foundation representatives and other major donors, including foundations, corporations, and individuals.
Contributed to the scientific and strategic management of the ADDF research portfolio.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Masters Of Public Administration
Founding Executive Director Resume
Summary : Responsible for Developing scientific agendas for ADDF and DXA conferences and coordinate strategic advisory panels that address major obstacles or opportunities in Alzheimer's drug development, and also Authoring peer-reviewed scientific publications that advance the mission and educational objectives of the ADDF.
Skills : Leadership, MS Office.
Description :
Built capacity in rural areas.
Accessed to health and social services.
Sourced and evaluated of high-impact therapeutic and biomarker approaches for Alzheimers disease and related dementias.
Performed in-depth scientific due diligence on mechanisms of action, drugs, and biomarkers for Alzheimers disease.
Provided scientific guidance to applicants on the development of robust scientific workplans.
Monitored funded program progress by ensuring projects meet established timelines and milestones, and work with investigators to troubleshoot when issues arise.
Coordinated of input from multidisciplinary teams in the generation of scientific content including writing, editing, organizing, and maintaining information on grantees and projects while meting tight deadlines.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Master's In Public Administration
Founding Executive Director Resume
Objective : To establish a long-term career in a company where I may utilize my Founding Executive Director professional skills and knowledge to be an effective Associate Program Manager and inspiration to those around me.
Skills : Communication Skills, Monitoring Skills.
Description :
Represented the League within the school district; including managing District debate budget and securing an increase in the allocation for debate despite overall fiscal deficits.
Edited summaries supplied by grantees for internal or external purposes.
Authored peer-reviewed scientific publications.
Performed in-depth scientific and business due diligence on submitted programs.
Provided scientific guidance to applicants on the development of robust scientific workplans.
Assisted funded investigators to streamline workplans and budgets.
Monitored funded program progress by ensuring projects meet established timelines and milestones, and work with investigators to troubleshoot when issues arise.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MS
Founding Executive Director Resume
Objective : Seeking a Founding Executive Director position with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills.
Skills : Directing Skills, Program Manager.
Description :
Led the startup of an interfaith ministry supporting an under-served population of transients and seniors: Worked with community leaders to create the vision, values and strategies for establishing a center that provided food, clothing and employment assistance.
Secured a rent-free facility.
Initiated and led campaigns to raise public awareness and generate contributions.
Created public service announcements and established relationships with all media.
Program design and operation: Established policies, schedules and workflow procedures for collecting and distributing donations of food and clothing.
Developed community fairs for senior clients to sell their crafts.
Recruited, selected and trained program volunteers in fund-raising, food bank operations and client relations.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
M.B.A. In Human Resource Management
Founding Executive Director Resume
Summary : Founding Executive Director professional with over 20 years of executive management experience expertise includes; grant management, fundraising and government relations, staff and volunteer training, program development and implementation, collaboration building and meeting facilitation, public relations and marketing, budget development and management, board recruitment and development training.
Organized the establishment of a 501(c)3 corporate entity, developed the By-Laws, recruited a Board of Trustees and created the framework for a fundraising operation to support each of the six major programs serving thousands of children and families in need.
Hodges created the foundation's website, developed all marketing materials, and led the fundraising efforts which resulted in raising nearly $2 Million during his tenure.
Led the ministry leadership teams in creating long term strategic plans for their development.
Co-established international academic center to improve the public understanding of neuroscience on society, research and education.
Directed day-to-day operations and a staff including both faculty and consultants.
Led business planning, fundraising, marketing and communications strategies and directed educational initiatives such as the annual Clinical Meuroethics Conference, Neuroethics Learning Collaborative, Fellowship Program and eLearning initiatives.
Served as liaison with churches throughout the county.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor Of Arts
Founding Executive Director Resume
Objective : Highly qualified Founding Executive Director with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and I would excel in the collaborative environment on which your company prides itself.
Skills : MS Office, Strong Management Skills.
Description :
Pioneered entire business operation leading to 58% enrollment in the first month of operation.
Singlehandedly managed the recruiting process, new hire process, and onboarding lifecycle.
Implemented new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the business.
Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment and business practices.
Managed and monitored the success of training programs.
Responsible for establishing a strong working relationship with clients and building add-on business.
Led a team of childcare professionals & subject matter experts in establishing complete business & functional requirements, translating those requirements into actionable project initiative.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Founding Executive Director Resume
Headline : An experienced, organized and resilient leader who will recently relocated to the Washington, DC area. I am seeking to use my previous community and professional accomplishments to continue to serve and make a difference in education, community involvement, and social services.
Skills : Social Management, Critical Thinking.
Description :
Provided vision and leadership to establish KLP and surpass national benchmarks for bachelors degree attainment among community college students by 70 percent.
Oversaw the delivery, quality and results of the Kaplan Leadership Program, with an over 80 percent program completion rate.
Expanded and diversified KEF's Board of Directors.
Identified and recruited members who have enriched the program both financially and educationally.
Launched a robust fundraising effort focused on individual major giving and corporate support.
Designed and implemented two very successful annual benefits that netted over $100K each.
Led KEFs efforts to successfully petition the IRS to change KEF's status from Private Foundation to Public Charity.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Founding Executive Director Resume
Summary : Founding Executive Director with a 23-year track record of successfully driving programs end-to-end to increase overall business growth and improve operational efficiency. Have consistently delivered in ambiguous environments and am focused on getting things done for companies of all sizes to meet customer needs.
Skills : Product Management, Program Management, Business Analysis, Product Development.
Description :
Defined and executed on strategic roadmap within budget, which included launching 3 service offerings, expanding to 11 locations and hiring 30+ team members.
Activities led to Upower winning Seattle Met Light A Fire award.
Achieved 501(c)3 status in less than 2 months and was able to raise $350K+ in 12 months.
Created and managed partnerships with 5 public entities, 3 private foundations, 4 for-profit companies, and 5 working non-profits to sponsor classes, procure donations (cash and in-kind), and expand class offerings for participants.
Managed Board of Directors by sending monthly communications and participating in meetings to set and execute on strategy.
Established and maintained customer relationships, from recruiting, onboarding, feedback, issue resolution and communications.
Became proficient with Trello, Rackspace and WordPress to build the online presence of the organization.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
BS In Accounting
Founding Executive Director Resume
Summary : More than 15+ years' experience developing worldwide business, marketing, and communications strategies and programs for prominent for-profit and non-profit organizations, with a particular focus on healthcare and health systems. Led strategic initiatives nationally and globally to address complex challenges in healthcare and social policy, leveraging new and emerging technologies, non-conventional business models, and strategic public-private partnerships.
Skills : Leadership, Directing Skills.
Description :
Managed policy, planning and strategy for a nonprofit artist services organization.
Provided consulting to emerging arts organizations on nonprofit development and management.
Partnered with the board of directors on strategic planning, fundraising and financial management.
Created organizational and program budgets, and handled financial management and reporting.
Supervised two staff members, including setting annual work programs and regular oversight.
Managed $1MM annual budget.
Presented KEF's work and learnings at national education conferences.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Diploma
Founding Executive Director Resume
Objective : Founding Executive Director with 4+ years of experience in Performing in-depth scientific due diligence on mechanisms of action, drugs, and biomarkers for Alzheimers disease, and also Conducting research to proactively identify potential investment opportunities.
Skills : Leadership, Researching Skills.
Description :
Provided overall project management necessary to deliver a quality childcare program.
Collaborated with police headquarters, established protocols for screening clients in order to manage risk and ensure the safety of staff and all program participants.
Prepared leaders for success by giving them a solid foundation of fundamental skills to help them be successful in the workplace.
Conducted research to proactively identify potential investment opportunities.
Fostered connections between researchers, consultants, and contract research organizations through ADDF DxAs scientific network.
Contributed to the authoring of proposals and scientific reports for donors and family foundations in collaboration with the Development Team and promote ADDF DxAs scientific programs and initiatives by speaking at donor events.
Contributed to the generation of scientific content for general audiences in collaboration with the Communications Team. This includes donor reports, blogs, and website content.
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