Deidre brings a wealth of experience as a dynamic results-driven business development and operational leader. She has 20 years of expertise in driving strategic growth, enhancing operational efficiency, and building impactful relationships across a variety of sectors. Her ability to leverage an extensive network enables her to forge new partnerships, identify business opportunities, and support community-based initiatives. Deidre is dedicated to communicating the agency's strategic plan, goals, and accomplishments through various mediums to benefit our community. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from University of North Texas and a MBA in DeVos Business Management & HR from Northwood University.
Christina Avery is a highly skilled professional known for her strong organizational and interpersonal abilities. She excels at ensuring that operations are efficient and run smoothly, contributing to the overall effectiveness of her environment. Christina is passionate about creating a welcoming atmosphere and maintaining strong community connections. She is dedicated to providing resources that truly make a positive impact. Her core values include collaboration, clear communication, and fostering spaces that support the needs of both staff and the community. Her approachable personality and commitment to service enable her to establish and maintain strong relationships, all while aligning daily operations with long-term strategic goals. This combination of skills and qualities makes her a valuable asset in any organization focused on community and operational excellence.
David began his journey as a volunteer and later accepted a position as a floater. He quickly began learning all the departments and now he assists the Operations Director by coordinating groups, delegating work assignments, overseeing volunteers and is one of the Intake Coordinators. He is bilingual and helps bridge the gap to ensure needs are met.
Jerica began her journey as a volunteer and later accepted a position as a floater. She quickly began learning all the departments and now she assists the Operations Director by coordinating groups, delegating work assignments, overseeing volunteers and is one of the Intake Coordinators. She is bilingual and helps bridge the gap to ensure needs are met. Jerica brings many years of experience as a former educator, customer service, group volunteering, and leadership skills. Every day she gives a smile while interacting with the neighbors and tries to stay positive and bring people together. Jerica is a wife, and mother of 5 children. She spends many hours at the baseball fields with her boys, working out with friends and enjoys community activities.
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