Experience

Historic Roxy Theatre

• United States
• Entertainment Providers

• Executive Director

  • Sep 2022 - Present

  Transitioning the theatre to a wholly nonprofit owned and operated. Transitioning the theatre to a wholly nonprofit owned and operated.


BAINBRIDGE ISLAND DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION
• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Executive Director

  • Dec 2020 - Aug 2022


Far Away Entertainment

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Operating Officer

  • Feb 2019 - Dec 2020

  Provides leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that the company and its nine theaters has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and people systems in place to effectively grow and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency. Accomplished through a respectful, constructive and energetic style, guided by the objectives of the Far Away Entertainment.

• General Manager

  • Jan 2018 - Jun 2019

  Prepared and opened a historic, renovated, arthouse movie theatre. Responsible for recruiting, training, motivating, developing, and coordinating the activities of personnel to ensure effective operation and excellent guest experience. Provided overall leadership, supervision, and direction to staff and developed operating standards to positively impact results. Acted as the primary point of contact and supervision for the community and all front line employees. Contributed to all areas of the management and operation as needed.



Brandman University, Part of the Chapman University System

• Manager, Community & Corporate Relations

  • Aug 2016 - Jun 2017

  Marketing and Outreach: Promoted Graduate and Undergraduate programs. Attended education, career fairs, and visit businesses, school districts, and military bases. Actively communicated with and provided follow-up with potentials students. Built relationships with Human Resource managers, career counselors, principals, Community College instructors, members of school leadership, and students to provide information about the programs. Developed and presented information at local community colleges, K-12 schools, military bases, and businesses to promote our academic programs. Coordinated and conducted off-site information sessions for prospective students at various venues. Set up and staffed information tables as community colleges, businesses, and other select venues. Provided general information about academic programs, admission requirements, and distribute marketing and application materials to prospective students or referral sources. Participated in community organizations in order to create a referral network



Hospice of Kitsap County

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Philanthropy, Marketing & Communications

  • Dec 2012 - Nov 2014

  Served as a member of the Executive Team and provided leadership, program oversight, and budget management of the Marketing/Communications, Sales Marketing, Intake & Referral, Retail Operations, Community Relations, Philanthropy, and Volunteer departments. Development: Developed relationships with donors, sponsors, grantors, and prospects. Managed all major gifts functions (planned giving, principal gifts, donor prospecting & research, and special multi-year fundraising campaigns). Motivated and coordinated the efforts of a multi-disciplinary staff team and volunteers in fundraising, including donor cultivation and solicitation. Reworked Volunteer program including training and orientation curriculum to increase volunteer participation. Researched and opened a thrift store to aid in providing closure to grieving families, providing an additional way for donors to support the mission, and generated revenue for the agency since the first month. Marketing, Communications, Outreach, and Business Development: Developed relationships with vendors, customers, sponsors, advertisers, and community contacts. Created, implemented, and oversaw strategies and timelines for marketing, internal and external communications, advertising, media buying, social media, and public relations. Supervised the production of and approved all marketing and communications materials. Measured, reviewed, and reported on the progress of the development, marketing, and communications plans and projects. Managed all aspects of community relations, community education, and outreach efforts. Created and managed a Sales and Marketing team to liaison with community healthcare providers and provide outreach to our Veterans and the community at large. Restructured Intake and Referral team to better serve patients and families in a more efficient and cost-effective way. Participated in the agency's Compliance and Quality Improvement Programs.



Harrison Medical Center

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

• Project Specialist, Organizational Development

  • Jan 2012 - Dec 2012

  Managed all clinical education programs for medical center staff and orientation for new nurses. Supported multiple internal/external educational offerings and services. Provided outstanding customer assistance and problem solving expertise to both internal and external customers including staff, educators, and management. Routinely worked with a variety of web-based systems provided assistance, reports and support of other departments. Facilitated and instructed selected education courses, New Hire Orientation, Service Excellence, Leadership and Basic Life Support. Managed daily education department functions including room scheduling/event planning, and the design of electronic training modules.

• Recruiter, Human Resources

  • Aug 2011 - Apr 2012

  Provided support to Hiring Managers for all aspects of recruitment and retention activities. Managed, updated, and is responsible for the training of the Application Tracking System. Assisted Hiring Managers with selection and hiring processes, communicated applicable policies, assisted prospective candidates in questions they have regarding the employment process. Worked closely with Recruiter Assistant to ensure the completion of all new hire paperwork. Conducted and tracked onboarding with new hires to explain benefits and next steps. Participated in new employee orientation.Recruited: Finance & Revenue Cycle, Information Technology, Health Information Management, Legal, and Pharmacy.



Michael H. Goodnow

• Nonprofit Organizational Consultant

  • Oct 2006 - Aug 2011

  Retreat Planning & Facilitation, Board Development Training, Interim Executive Director. Provide board training on Mission, Vision & Values crafting, Duty of Care, Loyalty & Obedience, Event Planning & Management, Fundraising & Development Planning, Understanding Financial Reports, and Volunteer Management. Facilitate Strategic Planning for Board Members, Team Building Exercises. Coach board leadership on Succession Planning, Executive Director Evaluations, Effective Board Meetings, Board Member Recruitment, Selection, and Orientation



Kitsap County HIV AIDS Foundation

• Executive Director

  • Apr 2006 - Mar 2011

  Drafted and implemented policies and procedures. Developed and managed client support programs. Worked with the Finance Committee to put in place sound financial controls and accounting systems. Ensured the Foundation was adequately funded and operated within budget. Prepared all local, state, and federal government filings and records. Ensured all grants and designated funds were utilized for their intended purpose. Developed systems and infrastructure to increase capacity & provide for long-term sustainability. Established donor management systems. Cultivated and built relationships with donors through correspondence, publications, social media, and in-person meetings. Created a diverse, sustainable fund development plan. Guided the organization through a process to develop and implement new Mission, Vision, and Values. Facilitated the Board of Director’s development of a new strategic plan. Supported the board, committees, and staff in their work towards meeting their goals and objectives. I spoke on behalf of the Foundation at public events. Increased visibility of the agency significantly by being a presence in the community. Created and maintained lasting relationships with community members and organizations. Maintained multiple websites, email campaigns, and social media marketing. Designed and wrote copy for mail pieces and annual reports for stakeholders.



Positive Solutions

• United Kingdom
• Financial Services
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Project Director, Disability Awareness

  • Mar 2007 - Nov 2008

  Developed, coordinated, and implemented new educational programs and events for people with disabilities. Produced an all-inclusive disability awareness/job fair with close to 1,000 participants. Built a coalition of local organizations and agencies. Developed and marketed programs and conducted outreach Secured funding from sponsors and recruited vendors. Negotiated contracts with government agencies Developed, coordinated, and implemented new educational programs and events for people with disabilities. Produced an all-inclusive disability awareness/job fair with close to 1,000 participants. Built a coalition of local organizations and agencies. Developed and marketed programs and conducted outreach Secured funding from sponsors and recruited vendors. Negotiated contracts with government agencies



Pride Foundation

• United States
• Philanthropic Fundraising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Community Organizer, Regional Outreach

  • Oct 2003 - Oct 2006

  Supported, developed, and maintained the foundation’s regional work in the LGBT+ community. Supported the development of a sustainable and growing funding base by assisting with diversified fundraising program, with a primary focus on individual donors. Managed, assessed, and developed an outreach plan for five regional communities. Served as a liaison to organizations, donors, and civic leaders. Managed volunteers at all levels of ability. Facilitated grant reviews, scholarship screenings, and scholarship interviews. Developed curriculum and provided technical assistance training to grantee organizations. Organized community events to promote the foundation’s work and build relationships.



Vincennes University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Academic Advisor

  • Oct 2003 - Apr 2005

  Provided intensive advising support through regular contact with students. Helped students explore their academic interests, identify resources for additional information and support, and develop plans of study appropriate for their educational goals. Scheduled courses, faculty, and resources. Provided intensive advising support through regular contact with students. Helped students explore their academic interests, identify resources for additional information and support, and develop plans of study appropriate for their educational goals. Scheduled courses, faculty, and resources.



US Navy

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Lead Instructor, Information Systems Administrators

  • Oct 2000 - Nov 2003

  Managed five annual convenings of an 8-week course for network administrators. Scheduled, evaluated, and certified five instructors Developed curriculum and revisions. Managed logistics and computer lab hardware/software upgrades. Supervised 4 instructors and 2 courses for Network Administrators. Taught: Unix, Windows Server, Databases, IP Addressing, Routers, Networking, Customer Service

• Sonar Technician Submarines

  • Oct 1983 - Oct 2000

  Performed system operations and maintenance of the Sonar suite electrical systems, utilizing operating procedures and performing valve and electrical switch line-ups. Administered the commands acoustic health program, analyzing acoustic vulnerabilities and led a team of five personnel in maintaining sound isolation equipment and material, resulting in a 20% reduction in acoustic vulnerabilities.