Jacy W.
Chief Executive Officer at Rural Health Association of Tennessee- Claim this Profile
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Patty Lane
I had the pleasure of hiring and supervising Jacy during her tenure at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. She was a stellar Program Manager, committed to the organization and the communities she served. Jacy worked with individuals in a variety of capacities in over 110 schools across the state of KY, assisting them in creating healthier school environments. She was extremely dedicated, organized and self-driven. Her relationship skills are second to none, having mobilized local and state stakeholders to provide hands on support, materials and technical assistance to school and district personnel. Jacy has strong communication skills, both verbal and written and is an exceptional presenter. Jacy is a leader, mobilizer, strategic thinker and mission driven.
Paul Castro
It was a pleasure getting to know and work with Jacy as a board member on the Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs (AFOP). Jacy is a proactive leader, quickly learning program regulations and soliciting the help of the Peer-to-Peer program to help her complete a full SWOT analysis of DOL's National Farmworker Jobs Program grant administered by TOPS. Her interpersonal skills are as strong as her written and communication skills, quickly connecting with other agency directors to mentor her in the field of workforce development which was new to her. Jacy's public health background brings a fresh perspective to the farmworker program and will be beneficial to creating a more comprehensive approach to serving the needs of this population.
Patty Lane
I had the pleasure of hiring and supervising Jacy during her tenure at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. She was a stellar Program Manager, committed to the organization and the communities she served. Jacy worked with individuals in a variety of capacities in over 110 schools across the state of KY, assisting them in creating healthier school environments. She was extremely dedicated, organized and self-driven. Her relationship skills are second to none, having mobilized local and state stakeholders to provide hands on support, materials and technical assistance to school and district personnel. Jacy has strong communication skills, both verbal and written and is an exceptional presenter. Jacy is a leader, mobilizer, strategic thinker and mission driven.
Paul Castro
It was a pleasure getting to know and work with Jacy as a board member on the Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs (AFOP). Jacy is a proactive leader, quickly learning program regulations and soliciting the help of the Peer-to-Peer program to help her complete a full SWOT analysis of DOL's National Farmworker Jobs Program grant administered by TOPS. Her interpersonal skills are as strong as her written and communication skills, quickly connecting with other agency directors to mentor her in the field of workforce development which was new to her. Jacy's public health background brings a fresh perspective to the farmworker program and will be beneficial to creating a more comprehensive approach to serving the needs of this population.
Patty Lane
I had the pleasure of hiring and supervising Jacy during her tenure at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. She was a stellar Program Manager, committed to the organization and the communities she served. Jacy worked with individuals in a variety of capacities in over 110 schools across the state of KY, assisting them in creating healthier school environments. She was extremely dedicated, organized and self-driven. Her relationship skills are second to none, having mobilized local and state stakeholders to provide hands on support, materials and technical assistance to school and district personnel. Jacy has strong communication skills, both verbal and written and is an exceptional presenter. Jacy is a leader, mobilizer, strategic thinker and mission driven.
Paul Castro
It was a pleasure getting to know and work with Jacy as a board member on the Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs (AFOP). Jacy is a proactive leader, quickly learning program regulations and soliciting the help of the Peer-to-Peer program to help her complete a full SWOT analysis of DOL's National Farmworker Jobs Program grant administered by TOPS. Her interpersonal skills are as strong as her written and communication skills, quickly connecting with other agency directors to mentor her in the field of workforce development which was new to her. Jacy's public health background brings a fresh perspective to the farmworker program and will be beneficial to creating a more comprehensive approach to serving the needs of this population.
Patty Lane
I had the pleasure of hiring and supervising Jacy during her tenure at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. She was a stellar Program Manager, committed to the organization and the communities she served. Jacy worked with individuals in a variety of capacities in over 110 schools across the state of KY, assisting them in creating healthier school environments. She was extremely dedicated, organized and self-driven. Her relationship skills are second to none, having mobilized local and state stakeholders to provide hands on support, materials and technical assistance to school and district personnel. Jacy has strong communication skills, both verbal and written and is an exceptional presenter. Jacy is a leader, mobilizer, strategic thinker and mission driven.
Paul Castro
It was a pleasure getting to know and work with Jacy as a board member on the Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs (AFOP). Jacy is a proactive leader, quickly learning program regulations and soliciting the help of the Peer-to-Peer program to help her complete a full SWOT analysis of DOL's National Farmworker Jobs Program grant administered by TOPS. Her interpersonal skills are as strong as her written and communication skills, quickly connecting with other agency directors to mentor her in the field of workforce development which was new to her. Jacy's public health background brings a fresh perspective to the farmworker program and will be beneficial to creating a more comprehensive approach to serving the needs of this population.
Credentials
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Confronting Bias: Thriving Across Our Differences
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Brand Leadership: Building Brand and Culture
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Daniel Pink on Motivation
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How to Support Colleagues From Underrepresented Groups
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Experience
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Rural Health Association of Tennessee
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Executive Officer
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Apr 2020 - Present
Rural Health Association of Tennessee is on a mission to improve the health of Tennesseans through advocacy, education, and service. We are in an exciting period of growth, finding new ways to support our members and deliver training programs in rural communities. Anyone can follow our work by subscribing to our Rural Health Digest delivered to your inbox twice a month. Unlock additional membership features by becoming a member and plan on joining us at our annual conference November 17-19 2021 in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
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Nonprofit Communications & Program Consultant
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Feb 2019 - Present
Provide support to nonprofit organizations in areas of advocacy, program management, and communications.Clients have included:United Ways of TennesseeTennessee Afterschool NetworkCommunity Shares Provide support to nonprofit organizations in areas of advocacy, program management, and communications.Clients have included:United Ways of TennesseeTennessee Afterschool NetworkCommunity Shares
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Executive Director
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Jul 2017 - Mar 2020
In partnership with a volunteer led board of directors, responsible for providing leadership for a grassroots advocacy organization of more than 4000 advocates. Responsible for following national and state healthcare legislation, managing public education campaigns, fundraising, grant management, coalition building, strategic communications and partnerships. In partnership with a volunteer led board of directors, responsible for providing leadership for a grassroots advocacy organization of more than 4000 advocates. Responsible for following national and state healthcare legislation, managing public education campaigns, fundraising, grant management, coalition building, strategic communications and partnerships.
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Executive Director
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Jun 2016 - Jul 2017
Provided primary leadership, strategic direction, and management for the organization including program delivery, staff supervision, and day-to-day operations. Responsible for managing assets of $1.3million in grant revenues and cultivating relationships with local and state leaders, partner agencies, and businesses. Provided primary leadership, strategic direction, and management for the organization including program delivery, staff supervision, and day-to-day operations. Responsible for managing assets of $1.3million in grant revenues and cultivating relationships with local and state leaders, partner agencies, and businesses.
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Alliance for a Healthier Generation
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Healthy Schools Program Manager
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Feb 2012 - Aug 2016
Responsible for building support for childhood obesity preventative and educational programs in Kentucky schools and facilitating change as it relates to wellness policies and practices for students and staff. Worked collaboratively with school administrators and community partners, developing mission driven teams to implement national best practices in areas of Coordinated School Health. Tripled number of Kentucky's nationally recognized schools. Responsible for building support for childhood obesity preventative and educational programs in Kentucky schools and facilitating change as it relates to wellness policies and practices for students and staff. Worked collaboratively with school administrators and community partners, developing mission driven teams to implement national best practices in areas of Coordinated School Health. Tripled number of Kentucky's nationally recognized schools.
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Girl Scouts of West Central Florida
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Community Development Manager
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Oct 2009 - Feb 2012
Advocated for building girls of Courage, Confidence, and Character who make the world a better place. Responsible for marketing and expanding the Girl Scout program and brand in Tampa/St. Petersburg areas. Developed strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to recruit volunteers and girl members into the Girl Scout program, increasing membership by 4% each year. Advocated for building girls of Courage, Confidence, and Character who make the world a better place. Responsible for marketing and expanding the Girl Scout program and brand in Tampa/St. Petersburg areas. Developed strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to recruit volunteers and girl members into the Girl Scout program, increasing membership by 4% each year.
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Agatston Research Foundation
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United States
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Research Services
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Program and Research Manager
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Feb 2006 - Jul 2008
Responsible for the management and expansion of an intervention study for a school-based nutrition and physical activity program in public elementary schools.Notable Contributions:• Managed program coordinators in Buffalo, NY, Kissimmee, FL, and Miami, FL.• Provided technical assistance to food service departments on topics such as staff development, meal planning, communication strategies to families, and marketing school meals to students.• Managed all aspects of program and research study including creating data collection protocols and trainings, maintaining subject privacy, data analysis, grant reporting, and communications.• Maintained relationships with school boards and foundations on progress of programs, national media attention earned, and strategic goals for expansion.• Developed all programmatic and marketing materials.
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Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Area Executive
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Aug 2004 - Jan 2006
Responsible for creating and developing a volunteer management system and advancing the mission of creating girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Responsible for creating and developing a volunteer management system and advancing the mission of creating girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.
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Education
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2013 - 2015
Villanova University
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Public Administration -
1999 - 2003
Western Kentucky University
BA, Public Administration
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