Amie Schindler

About Amie Schindler

I am a nonprofit and operations leader passionate about building inclusive, purpose-driven organizations that create real community impact for adults with special needs.I currently serve as Vice President of the nonprofit arm of Wigglewow Dog Treats Inc, while also working in the day-to-day operations as Director of Operations & Community Engagement at Wigglewow. In these roles, I oversee operations, sales and wholesale growth, community partnerships, social media strategy, and mission-focused storytelling that fuels both impact and sustainability. I also serve as a Board Member, supporting governance, fundraising, and long-term vision.My commitment to inclusion is deeply personal. I am the mother of a 23-year-old son with autism, an experience that has shaped both my advocacy, leadership and passion. Through this journey, I have helped develop a Best Buddies club at our local high school and have been actively involved in supporting Unified Sports, creating opportunities for connection, confidence, and belonging for students of all abilities.I believe meaningful employment, inclusive communities, and purpose-driven work can transform lives — not just for individuals with disabilities, but for families, businesses, and communities as a whole. My work is centered on building systems, partnerships, and stories that help organizations grow while staying rooted in dignity, inclusion, and impact.

Experience

1. Vice President, Nonprofit Operations

   Wigglewow

   Jul 2025 — Present · Louisville, KY, US

   Major Duties - Director of Operations & Community Engagement• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient workflows, consistency, and quality• Lead sales, wholesale, and community partnership efforts to drive earned revenue that fuels the mission• Manage and execute social media, marketing, and brand storytelling across multiple platforms• Coordinate events, outreach initiatives, and customer engagement efforts to increase visibility and impact• Support and collaborate with team members and families to ensure inclusive, mission-aligned operationsKey Successes• Expanded wholesale and community partnerships through relationship-driven sales and outreach• Increased brand awareness and engagement through authentic, mission-centered social media strategy• Supported revenue growth while maintaining a strong focus on inclusion, dignity, and purpose• Helped strengthen the organization’s reputation as a trusted, community-based social enterpriseMajor Duties - Vice President, Non-Profit• Provide governance, oversight, and strategic guidance to support organizational growth and sustainability• Participate in board planning, fundraising initiatives, and committee work• Advocate for the mission and represent the organization within the communityKey Successes• Contributed to strategic planning and early-stage growth of the nonprofit• Actively supported fundraising, outreach, and mission advancement initiatives

Education

• Indiana University Southeast

  Bachelors, Business

  1995 — 2001

Skills

• Sales
• Retail
• Small Business
• Coaching
• Team Building
• Management
• Time Management
• Public Speaking
• Leadership
• Fundraising
• Jewelry
• Customer Service
• Event Planning
• Marketing
• Social Networking