Experience

YMCA of Delaware

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Vice President of Social Responsibility and Corporate Partnerships

  • Apr 2023 - Present

  - Responsible for the cultivation, growth, and renewal of YMCA of Delaware corporate partnerships.- Developing and managing multiple complex and diverse cause- marketing and corporate funded programs, from inception to implementation.- Keep abreast of philanthropic trends in social impact.- Lead and contribute to ideation sessions.- Undertake innovative special projects, as directed by the CEO - Lead the organization's global engagement strategies and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion.- Focus on building and strengthening our relationship with existing corporate partners while also cultivating new partnerships.- Responsible for increasing awareness of the YMCA of Delaware social impact- Lead intentional integration of diversity and inclusion practices and global strategies into all aspects of operations and programs.- Provide programs and services that effectively incorporate global perspectives, education, and experiences that respond to diverse, global needs. - Build strategic alliances and coalitions with key constituency groups whose work and mission align with the YMCA priorities.- Collaborate with other nonprofit, education, public and private sectors to keep informed of long-term strategies of the YMCA. Show less

• Sr.Executive Director

  • Jun 2018 - Apr 2023

  - Budget accountability of $7.9M directly, and support management of $47M annual budget, with the YMCA of Delaware.• Provides direction for implementing and achieving the goals set forth in the strategic plan, communications/marketing/sales plan and annual operating plans for the Downtown YMCA Wilmington, DE (Central, Walnut St. and Housing), in alignment with Association goals.• Worked with board and staff volunteers to further engage the local Hispanic community.• Restructured branch staff to lower administrative cost, while increasing program staff to develop branch services.• Improved relationships with the YMCA and external agencies.• Effectively managed facility, community-based programming for youth, adults, and families.• Cultivated and closed first ever Global Teen endowment fund of $50K for the YMCA of Delaware • Developed Corporate Partner Program for the Downtown YMCA (Central, Walnut St. and Housing).• Responsible for board development, diversity efforts, recruitment, employee guidance & management Show less



BLUE OCEAN SENTRA SEJAHTERA LTD

• Hong Kong Company

• VICE – CHAIRMAN -LATAM-

  • Nov 2012 - Apr 2018

  Financial Architect / Business Development BOSS was formed to assist small and medium size companies obtain project funding. Utilizing our network of high net worth private investors, we are able to structure the funding opportunities on a joint venture basis for the maximum benefit of all parties. we are now engaged with the top leaders around the world to bring solutions to the world in the areas of clean energy high speed transportation, waste to energy and cutting edge organic farming and a unique profit sharing structure that will empower farmers out of poverty worldwide using our innovative solutions approach. We are based out of Hong Kong and we already have strategic alliances with various cutting edge technology providers. Show less



JHD Consulting.

• CEO

  • Jun 2009 - Apr 2018

  JHD Global Consulting is a Fort Lauderdale, FL based international consulting firm that specializes in providing economic and cultural research on emerging markets to fortune 500 companies and non-government organizations. JHD’s goal is to provide quality Board Development, Financial Development, Team Work, Project Management to corporate and NGO clients while expanding the frontier of knowledge in the areas of market development, and customer service. • Foundation Arts Collegium www.fundacionartscollegium.org revamped, and promoted all the promotional and marketing including the web site. • Extensive domestic fund raising campaign generated $5K in four months in an effort to raise funds to buy painting materials for minorities communities in the south of the country • Work with the newly formed board to conceptualizing ideas, seizing opportunities, building operations, and leading new business development initiatives. • Have advised the Colombian Federation of YMCA’s www.ymcacolombia.org in the formulation of productive projects, fund-raising campaigns and J -1 Visa programs of international mobility as the International Camp counselor program ICCP, Go Global, Work and Travel and Global Teen inbound and outbound Programs. •TARRAGON INVESTMENT SERVICES LTD.; A Hong Kong Company I provide consulting services to Tarragon on LATAM markets. TARRAGON is engaged with top leaders around the world to bring forward global solutions to issues in the areas of clean energy, high speed transportation, waste to energy and cutting edge organic farming. Their innovative solutions approach includes a unique profit sharing structure that will empower farmers out of poverty worldwide Show less



The Armory Art Center

• Executive Director

  • 2008 - Nov 2008

  Serve in capacity of Executive Director for the only community art center providing 12+ state of the art studios, 100+ course offerings, and annual student populations of 3,000 in West Palm Beach. Offer classes six days a week on ceramics, jewelry, painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, and sculpture. Work with 25 artists worldwide to host Master Artist Workshop Series, which includes 400 participants each season. Facilitate a unique Summer Art Camp providing studio art activities for 600+ children ages K-12 annually. • Constructed, revamped, and promoted a fully functional foundry as a stand along for profit entity by initiating a strategic plan, implementing procedures, and empowering more efficient hiring practices thus attaining staff accountability in 65 days and a 5% profit the second quarter of 2008. • Instrumental in the expansion of the exhibition schedule by booking renowned artists to exhibit work in three Armory Art Center Galleries. • Implemented outreach programs to minorities by partnering with various organizations already working with minorities to provide programs in different media, instructors, and supplies. • Generated $10K in four months in an effort to raise funds to buy a van in order for accessibility to minorities communities in the west of the county. • Restructured the center’s academic foundation by hiring a Program Manager to supervise 65 Instructors as well as offering beginning, inter-medium, and advanced classes for all ages and evening and weekend hours. Show less



YMCA of Greater New York - International

• Executive Director

  • Aug 2005 - 2007

  Served in executive capacity for the International YMCA partnering with 12,500+ members in 120 countries. Part of an annual budget of $130M while personally accountable for $5 M. Directly managed 75 staff with five direct reports. Supervised daily U.S. branch operations and 90 international recruiters and teams. In addition, the International YMCA arranges short-term study tours overseas for groups interested in human rights issues. Participating in people-to-people diplomacy that creates positive ties with other parts of the world. The International YMCA is designated by the U.S. Department of States to sponsor International Camp Counselor Program, Trainees, Interns, and Work and Travel on the J-1 visa. The International YMCA assumes a number of duties and responsibilities in the J-1 visa process, and is committed to the success of every inbound program. • Championed $95K for efforts in the annual fund raising campaign collaboratively with 35 volunteers. • Promoted and launched four New American Welcome Centers including recruitment, hiring, training, and program development for immigrants to achieve literacy, cultural competence, and self-sufficiency. • First ever One Million dollar endowment for the Global Teens program for he International YMCA a branch of the YMCA of Greater New York Show less



YMCA of the USA (National Resource Office)

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director - Fund Development for the Jerusalem International YMCA

  • Jan 2001 - Jul 2005

  Recruited to open first public policy office on behalf of the Jerusalem International YMCA in Washington DC. Partnered with 175 staff in Israel while managing three professionals in the U.S. to develop and host fundraising events focused on prospect acquisitions worldwide and accounting for 28,000 attendees.• Captured significant contributions and gifts from national and international prospects by working to educate Congress, the White House, and policymakers about the YMCA mission. • Secured the first ever $900K from the U.S. Congress in FY04 and lobbied for $2M in FY05 and $4M in FY06. Show less

• Director of World Service

  • Jan 1998 - Jan 2002

  Facilitated training and communications for all active fundraising activities. Counseled financial development and operations management for YMCA’s across Latin America, the Caribbean, Central America, Asia, and the Middle East.• Instrumental in surpassing $70K in approximately four years through the successful recruitment and organizational efforts of 200+ volunteers across the U.S. • Provided leadership in establishing diversity initiatives by traveling with CEO’s and CVO’s to further educate and form 150 partnerships with YMCA’s worldwide. • Developed a World Service Campaign by researching and analyzing previous results and actions to attain a more efficient and productive plan still utilized today.• Secured co-ops through the Philippine YMCA’s resulting in an increase in employment, sustainable programs across the region, and training for women on money management Show less



Gateway Region YMCA

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Associate Executive Director, Sales and Marketing

  • Jan 1994 - Jan 1998

  Managed 200+ staff across a diverse range of accountabilities including conference center, stables, camp, marina, and program development. Administered an annual budget of $4.5M annual budget. Promoted and secured sales of programs and conference center services to community groups and organizations with the ability to serve 30,000 guests and 2,500 campers yearly. Developed effective marketing campaigns and promoted awareness through cold calling, direct mail, and presentations. • Multiplied gross sales by 39% over a four year period by identifying areas for continuing education.• Secured 75 out of 250 companies to book the conference facility by developing sales and marketing promotional.• Captured 98% of budget revenue by 3rd quarter 1998 and surpassed end of year goals by collaborating with employees on flexible benefits including scheduling and daycare.• Maximized revenue by 15% over $2.5M budget through contract negotiations and aggressive marketing campaigns. Show less

• Director of Conference Services

  • Jan 1991 - Jan 1994

  Implemented and delivered quality program and conference services for YMCA of the Ozarks groups. Facilitated facility tours with prospective group leaders and coordinated and hosted logistics for groups. Ensured correct logistics for rooms and greeted group leaders to present service scheduling, catering forms, and program requests, as well as all contract paperwork is signed and that billing is sent.• Dramatically improved staff morale and productivity by constructing and facilitating a training program to educate on not only quality guest service, but by interdepartmental as well, thus gaining a reputation for legendary service in the community. Show less

• Program Director

  • Jan 1988 - Jan 1991

  Partnered with ED to manage the planning, implementation, provision, and evaluation of programs. Sustained superior program quality by ensuring adequate inventory. Oversaw the recruitment, development, and evaluation of program staff. Worked with all departments to maintain quality service and a positive environment for all staff and guests.• Increased camp enrollment by 98% through negotiations to install an optimist challenge course, low and high ropes coarse, climbing tower to address new programming and new business.• Improved senior participation from 250 annually to 1,300 by organizing a 26 week Elderhostel programs for participants ages 55+.• Attained a 95% customer satisfaction rating for providing quality programming.• Influential in the acquiring the first partnership for the YMCA to establish a community program for children and families affected by AIDS. Show less