Helen Leonard
Wilmington
Summary
Dynamic leader with expertise in organizational development and fundraising, co-founded Wheel Serve NC to enhance community engagement and support for wheelchair athletes. Spearheaded strategic initiatives, resulting in growth of wheelchair tennis in NC. Proven relationship builder, adept at volunteer management and partnership development, with a track record of successful advocacy and program expansion.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Executive Director/Co-Founder
Wheel Serve NC
10.2019 - Current
- Assisted in developing organizational strategies to enhance effectiveness of Wheel Serve NC programming.
- Collaborated with team members to implement community engagement initiatives.
- Supported budget preparation and financial reporting processes for organizational transparency.
- Organized events to promote awareness of the WSNC mission and values within the community.
- Maintained strategic alliances with partners, individuals and organizations that advocated and advanced the vision Of WSNC.
- Spearheaded fundraising initiatives to secure necessary resources for program operations and future expansion.
- Oversaw preparation of calendar of events, timelines and financial goals.
- Expanded program offerings by identifying gaps in services provided by other agencies within the community and tailoring new programs to fill those voids effectively.
- Ensured financial sustainability with prudent budget management and effective resource allocation.
- Directed the development of innovative programs addressing needs of physically disabled athletes, resulting in increased engagement from participants.
- Championed advocacy initiatives at local, state, and regional levels to advance changes supporting the organization''s objectives.
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support of Wheel Serve NC.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with wheelchair athletes, local CTA's and the able bodied tennis communities throughout NC.
Volunteer
Atrium Health Adaptive Sports and Adventures Program
06.2010 - 09.2019
- Led on-court weekly tennis clinics for wheelchair athletes who were newly introduced to the sport of tennis.
- Organized annual fundraisers to support wheelchair tennis initiatives within the organization as well as to enhance awareness of wheelchair tennis in the Charlotte community.
- Recruited and coordinated volunteers to ensure execution of program activities and tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Guilford College
Greensboro, NC05-1986
Skills
- Organizational development and sustainability
- Organizational development
- Volunteer management
- Partnership development
- Budget oversight
- Fundraising expertise
- Relationship building
- Operational planning
- Community engagement
Timeline
Co-Executive Director/Co-Founder
Wheel Serve NC
10.2019 - Current
Volunteer
Atrium Health Adaptive Sports and Adventures Program
06.2010 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Guilford College
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