Bess Hagans

About Bess Hagans

As CEO of Thriving Beyond Breast Cancer, I lead our mission with a strategic vision and…

Experience

1. Founder and Chief Executive Officer

   Thriving Beyond Breast Cancer

   Jan 2022 — Present · US

   Develop and articulate the organization\'s mission, vision, and strategic direction.• Provide visionary leadership to align the organization\'s efforts with its goals and objectives.• Develop and execute fundraising strategies to secure financial support for the organization\'s programs and operations.• Cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors, and partners.• Represent the organization at community events, conferences, and meetings to raise awareness and promote collaboration.• Develop and manage the organization\'s budget in collaboration with the board.• Ensure financial sustainability through responsible fiscal management and diversification of funding sources.• Work closely with the board of directors, providing regular updates on the organization\'s activities, financial health, and challenges.• Collaborate with the board to develop and implement strategic plans.• Manage and support volunteers effectively, recognizing their contributions to the organization.• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to assess the impact of the organization\'s programs.• Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the organization\'s activities and make adjustments as needed.

Education

• Kent State University

  Fashion Merchandising, Fashion

  2007 — 2011