Christie Eckler
Founder & Principal Strategist at CME Consulting LLC- Claim this Profile
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Kristen Box
I worked alongside Christie at UT Arlington. She not only is one of the hardest working colleagues I've known, she also works strategically. She would quickly distill complex issues down to manageable components and then worked collaboratively to get things done that served the institution, students and donors. She always had a "can-do" attitude and leveraged her extensive networks to exceed her goals. Professionally she is a top-notch leader and also has a positive outlook even in difficult circumstances.
Laura A. Kanellos
Christie is a true partner, executive leader and warm and thoughtful connector. The kind of Executive Director/Leader that adds value, depth and strategy to the team and work. Christie’s style of leadership allows room at the table for creativity, innovation and a safe and collaborative team environment. This is a real strength of Christie’s that translates both internally and externally. She is an advocate for helping others with a strong connection to community and exudes the belief of strength in numbers. Truly the kind of leadership organization strive to create. Working with Christie brought a lot of light to our Walk MS team and constituents across three states; Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas. The opportunity to get to know and work alongside Christie was a real pleasure. She leads with heart and care for others and is a true connector to the community.
Kristen Box
I worked alongside Christie at UT Arlington. She not only is one of the hardest working colleagues I've known, she also works strategically. She would quickly distill complex issues down to manageable components and then worked collaboratively to get things done that served the institution, students and donors. She always had a "can-do" attitude and leveraged her extensive networks to exceed her goals. Professionally she is a top-notch leader and also has a positive outlook even in difficult circumstances.
Laura A. Kanellos
Christie is a true partner, executive leader and warm and thoughtful connector. The kind of Executive Director/Leader that adds value, depth and strategy to the team and work. Christie’s style of leadership allows room at the table for creativity, innovation and a safe and collaborative team environment. This is a real strength of Christie’s that translates both internally and externally. She is an advocate for helping others with a strong connection to community and exudes the belief of strength in numbers. Truly the kind of leadership organization strive to create. Working with Christie brought a lot of light to our Walk MS team and constituents across three states; Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas. The opportunity to get to know and work alongside Christie was a real pleasure. She leads with heart and care for others and is a true connector to the community.
Kristen Box
I worked alongside Christie at UT Arlington. She not only is one of the hardest working colleagues I've known, she also works strategically. She would quickly distill complex issues down to manageable components and then worked collaboratively to get things done that served the institution, students and donors. She always had a "can-do" attitude and leveraged her extensive networks to exceed her goals. Professionally she is a top-notch leader and also has a positive outlook even in difficult circumstances.
Laura A. Kanellos
Christie is a true partner, executive leader and warm and thoughtful connector. The kind of Executive Director/Leader that adds value, depth and strategy to the team and work. Christie’s style of leadership allows room at the table for creativity, innovation and a safe and collaborative team environment. This is a real strength of Christie’s that translates both internally and externally. She is an advocate for helping others with a strong connection to community and exudes the belief of strength in numbers. Truly the kind of leadership organization strive to create. Working with Christie brought a lot of light to our Walk MS team and constituents across three states; Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas. The opportunity to get to know and work alongside Christie was a real pleasure. She leads with heart and care for others and is a true connector to the community.
Kristen Box
I worked alongside Christie at UT Arlington. She not only is one of the hardest working colleagues I've known, she also works strategically. She would quickly distill complex issues down to manageable components and then worked collaboratively to get things done that served the institution, students and donors. She always had a "can-do" attitude and leveraged her extensive networks to exceed her goals. Professionally she is a top-notch leader and also has a positive outlook even in difficult circumstances.
Laura A. Kanellos
Christie is a true partner, executive leader and warm and thoughtful connector. The kind of Executive Director/Leader that adds value, depth and strategy to the team and work. Christie’s style of leadership allows room at the table for creativity, innovation and a safe and collaborative team environment. This is a real strength of Christie’s that translates both internally and externally. She is an advocate for helping others with a strong connection to community and exudes the belief of strength in numbers. Truly the kind of leadership organization strive to create. Working with Christie brought a lot of light to our Walk MS team and constituents across three states; Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas. The opportunity to get to know and work alongside Christie was a real pleasure. She leads with heart and care for others and is a true connector to the community.
Credentials
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Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)
CFRE International -
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners
Experience
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CME Consulting LLC
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder & Principal Strategist
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Feb 2013 - Present
Helping those who help others. Advisor to service-driven leaders looking to make a positive impact on their organization. We focus on creating organizational goals tied to robust and responsible finance goals that are vision and mission-centric. Special focus on sparking fundraising/revenue generation while supporting the organization's growth in a sustainable manner with a culture of philanthropy and service. Planning support for the expansion of special projects or various social enterprise efforts. Leadership and management training and keynote speaking through positive psychology and service-driven leadership. Advisory work around engaged boards, board committees, and advisory councils that foster public and corporate engagement that meets goals for the local community, stakeholders, and organization. With a focus on 100% board engagement through time, talent, and treasure. Maintain a culture of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) in all elements of the work. Show less
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The University of Texas at Arlington - School of Social Work
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Professor / Adjunct Faculty
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Jan 2012 - Present
Graduate Instruction - concentration in macro social work. The majority of teaching is concentrated in teaching about macro systems such as nonprofit administration, grant writing, and management, needs assessments, program design, business/agency planning, implementation, leadership, management, and other non-profit and government system education. Graduate Instruction - concentration in macro social work. The majority of teaching is concentrated in teaching about macro systems such as nonprofit administration, grant writing, and management, needs assessments, program design, business/agency planning, implementation, leadership, management, and other non-profit and government system education.
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Simple Leadership Strategies
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United States
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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fractional Chief Strategy Officer
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Aug 2022 - Present
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Leadership Development Facilitator, Independent Contractor
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Aug 2022 - Present
Simple Leadership Strategies (SLS) is about transformation. SLS offers Transformational Leader-Manager Experience™, a leadership development program founded in positive psychology.
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National MS Society
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Independent Contractor
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Jul 2022 - Sep 2022
Contract work helping with planning and fundraising for a special event, Together for a Cure.
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Executive Director, South Central
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Jan 2021 - Jul 2022
The National MS Society's vision is: A World Free of MS. The Society's mission is: People affected by MS can live their best lives as we stop MS in its tracks, restore what has been lost and end MS forever.
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Vice President for Advancement
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Oct 2018 - Nov 2020
Led Advancement department, which includes development (major and principal gifts, planned giving, special events, corporate and foundation relations), membership (annual fund), marketing, and government affairs for the organization. Led Advancement department, which includes development (major and principal gifts, planned giving, special events, corporate and foundation relations), membership (annual fund), marketing, and government affairs for the organization.
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The University of Texas at Arlington
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Development
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Jan 2016 - Dec 2018
The University of Texas at Arlington is a comprehensive research, teaching, and public service institution whose mission is the advancement of knowledge and the pursuit of excellence. Responsibilities: Facilitated efforts to build the College of Science's fundraising pipeline and achieve the college’s fundraising goal while managing a major gift portfolio. Coordinated efforts with the university’s central advancement team on annual giving, planned giving, and other campus giving strategies. Show less
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Tarrant County Samaritan Housing, Inc.
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President of Development
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2013 - 2016
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Education
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The University of Texas at Arlington
MSSW, Social Work-Community & Administrative Practice -
The University of Texas at Arlington
BSW, Social Work
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