Experience

Episcopal Church Building Fund

• United States
• Religious Institutions
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President for Development & Operations

  • Jun 2022 - Present

  As Vice President for Development & Operations, Ann works across programs and projects to help facilitate creative and grounded ways for parishes, dioceses, and institutions to think about how they use their buildings and properties in new and mission-aligned ways. Ann brings education and training in Organization/Congregational Development and experience in full-time Episcopal Church ministry, which allows her to understand how to effect change within the context of the church.

• Senior Director Of Program Development

  • Jan 2021 - Jun 2022

  Through Project Management and targeted consultations, to increase and extend ECBF’s loan portfolio through the development of relationships in The Episcopal Church where there exist opportunities for ECBF to serve as catalytic partners in initiatives anchored in the real property of The Episcopal Church. The role is under the direct supervision of The President and Vice President of ECBF, and is designed to strengthen and extend the work of the Building Fund in dioceses across ECBF.



Leaven Consulting

• Founder

  • Aug 2020 - Present



National Jewish Health

• Sleep Health Educator

  • Aug 2019 - Jun 2020

  Acted as liaison between the physicians/physician assistants and sleep clinic patients.Educated patients on sleep disorders, reviewed results, explained treatment options, and coached and provided feedback on treatment between clinic visits.Identified process improvements to share with Sleep Center Director.Served on wider National Jewish committee to recognize and award exemplary staff performance.Adapted work as necessary during COVID-19 crisis to best support the entire sleep operations team.



Episcopal Diocese of Colorado

• Religious Institutions
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Missioner for Transition Ministry & Congregational Development

  • Nov 2016 - Aug 2019

  Managed entire search process for clergy vacancies, typically a 9-18 month process. Consulted regularly with the bishop and/or chief of staff regarding openings, status of placement process, and potential candidates.Provided process and interview training to each congregation seeking a new priest, and developed supplemental materials to support their learning and track their progress. Developed and coordinated curriculum and delivery of 2-year training program in organizational development.Oversight and supervision of 5 Regional Missioners, to include development of unified grant guidelines, training on process to gather data for bishop search process, and development of regional mission and missioner job descriptions.Created diocesan leadership workshop/blended learning program (Vestry 101).Trained parish leadership in how to conduct congregational self-study and assessment, development of a parish/candidate profile, and delivered interview and unconscious bias training. Oversight of Priest-in-Charge process, a 3-year program of congregational development (15 clergy/congregations at time of departure), with development of new supporting process materials, and hands-on assistance and consultative support to manage the different aspects of this challenging ministry..Provided guidance on effective change management, with focus on systems and culture change.Focus on development of mission, purpose, and identity across all contexts and functions.Investigated, approved and provided oversight of diocesan congregational vitality assessment.Recruited, interviewed, gathered background information on all clergy candidates for open positions.Consulted and developed retreats focused on strategic planning, mutual leadership reviews, visioning, reorganization, and others

• Regional Missioner for Sangre de Cristo Region (Director)

  • Jun 2012 - Dec 2017

  Acted as liaison and advocate for the Bishop and regional executive leadership to improve culture of mistrust, restore healthy relationships, and increase financial giving, engagement, and attendance at wider events.Oversaw moving $40K budget and grant application and award process.Designed and led quarterly gatherings to provide common language and tools to engage develop mission and engage in more effective strategies both inside and outside of congregations.

• Capital Campaign Coordinator

  • Dec 2015 - Dec 2016

  Reorganized and restructured processes for increased effectiveness.Increased total monies pledged from $390K to $1.4M in 7 months.Developed team communications and information for weekly campaign meetings.Ensured database and progress notes were up to date.Coordinated solicitors’ schedules and organized campaign materials.Conducted in-person solicitation visits and followed through from ask to thank you.



Diocesan Church Development Institute (DCDI)

• Program Manager/Senior Trainer

  • May 2008 - Jun 2018

  Redesigned curriculum to better support adult learning theory. Identified key learning outcomes, established required readings, and clearly stated learning expectations. Wrote, updated, and organized materials in support of training weekends. Identified high-potential participants to transition to training positions, and provided training and feedback and coaching to improve their confidence and performance. Translated theory into action so participants could apply training back home. Established positive working relationships with colleagues and participants through regular communication and effective anticipation of needs. Areas covered in this program included: leadership development around organizational culture and systems, with work around self-awareness, core communication skills, feedback, trust development, conflict resolution, organizational analyses, adaptive change, True Colors, People Styles, shared leadership, survey feedback, generational differences, congregational size dynamics, group development, emotional and social intelligence, engaging the local community, among others.



Rose Medical Center

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Sleep Technologist II

  • Nov 2003 - Nov 2016

  Educated patients and referring physician offices on sleep health and treatment of sleep disorders. Demonstrated leadership and logistical skills when lab needed to be moved to a new location (3 times in 8 years), and took lead when supervisor was ill or on vacation. Analyzed data collected during clinical sleep studies. Familiar with technical issues related to data acquisition and analysis. Marketed services to physician offices. Conducted chart reviews, pre-authorizations, billing, scheduling, preparation of written reports, and sleep study acquisition as needed.



Somnia Sleep Wellness Inc

• United States

• Operations Manager/Clinical Coordinator

  • Sep 2014 - Nov 2015

  Fast-paced startup environment focused on sleep wellness in a retail environment.Created and delivered training on sleep health and testing for referring dentists and chiropractors.Developed sleep education materials for physicians and web-audiences.Public speaking and media appearances. Clinical coordination of home sleep testing and follow up care. Educated sleep patients, reviewing their study results and treatment recommendations.Business development leads.Interviewed, hired, and managed staff, including payroll and scheduling. Shifted to individualized performance management to keep staff engaged and motivated in an evolving context.Managed all purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations to ensure efficiency and performance.Collaborated with assistant managers to open and close the store, handle large transactions and manage inventory.



AlphaSleep Diagnostic Centers

• Hospitals and Health Care

• Lab Supervisor

  • Nov 2000 - Nov 2003

  Educated patients and referring physician offices on sleep health and treatment of sleep disorders. Demonstrated leadership and logistical skills when lab needed to be moved to a new location (3 times in 8 years), and took lead when supervisor was ill or on vacation. Analyzed data collected during clinical sleep studies. Familiar with technical issues related to data acquisition and analysis. Marketed services to physician offices. Conducted chart reviews, pre-authorizations, billing, scheduling, preparation of written reports, and sleep study acquisition as needed.