Amanda Spiehler

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ABOUT AMANDA SPIEHLER

Greetings! I am an innovative and community-centric Executive known for igniting, transforming, and optimizing real-time and long-lasting solutions to complex philanthropic and governance challenges. Proudly, I serve as the “connective tissue” in communicating needs across the organization by leveraging the ability to build and mentor high-performance teams, drive cross-functional projects, and prioritize tasks in established ecosystems. I thrive in environments where I can serve as an integral team member in the development, strategy, and implementation of a mission-driven community relations program. In my 10+ year career, I\'ve developed a sterling reputation as a strong relationship manager, strategist, and community relations leader who can impact significant organizational transformation while infusing new energy and innovation into existing frameworks. I pride myself on the ability to draw from a diverse set of transferable skills and experiences, such as project management, an entrepreneurial sense of ownership, and a sense of accountability to ensure overall program and team success. Career Highlights: Acted as Parkinson\'s Foundation\'s first Regional Director, collaborating on the build-out of the first Chapter network for the organization and overseeing the growth of the 9-state Region and $2M+ revenue target. Grew income to $900K in two years by transforming underperforming chapters, renovating key corporate relationships, and addressing and providing strategic insights to growing staff turnover. Championed the new community relationships across a four-state region, a $6M net revenue division restructure by guiding a team of six executive directors and a team of 25. Enhanced net revenue from $800K in 2015 to $1.2M in 2017 for flagship Nashville market by leading the expansion of relationships with key sponsors, including Kroger, Walgreens, and other division-based local partners. Areas of Expertise:Performance Management • Mentoring/Coaching Problem Solving • Accountability Conversations • Community Partnerships • Employee Engagement • Cross-Cultural Leadership • Community Mobilization • Public Speaking • Crisis Management • Program Development • Mission Promotion & Activation • Business Resource Groups