John Mele

About John Mele

m••••••@gmail.comI am a nonprofit financial leader who \"positively impacts nonprofits.\" I accomplish this in my service to the organization as a catalyst primarily through:+Building esprit de corps intra- and inter-departmentally through forging relationships and cultivating collaborations. An environment of teamwork contributes greatly to sustained success.+Casting a vision for \"organizational citizenship,\" where communication with staff is consistent. Providing staff with answers to the \"why\" questions (to focus on the forest, while appreciating the beauty of the trees). Imparting the perspective that when the organization as a whole is benefitted each staff person benefits.+Identifying and implementing efficiencies - ways for staff to \"work smarter.\"+Implementing cost containment strategies.+Pinpointing and executing best practices in every area of the organization.+Rewarding, monetarily and otherwise, those who make consistent contributions to the success of the organization (evidenced by solid service delivery outcomes and financial performance).In addition to leading financially, I take great pleasure in the supervision of areas such as Facilities, Safety/Security, IT and HR. I am zealous about nonprofit management!

Experience

1. Director of Turnaround Operations

   Archdiocese of Chicago

   Jan 2019 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   The Archdiocese of Chicago was established in 1843 and serves more than 2.3 million people in Cook and Lake Counties in Northeastern Illinois. The Archdiocese is divided into six Vicariates (regions) and 31 Deaneries (sub-regions) with over 350 Parishes and 200 Schools. It is the largest private school system in the United States.

Education

• Dominican University

  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• Chicago Deming Association-Six Sigma Masters Training Program Naperville,IL

  Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training

• University of Illinois at Chicago

  Bachelor of Science (BS)

Skills

• American Fundware
• Budgets
• Finance
• Accounting
• Budgeting
• Leadership
• Nonprofits
• Social Services
• Superb Communication Skills
• Grants
• Cash Flow Forecasting
• Fundez
• Strategy
• Quickbooks
• Non-Profit Administration
• Business Process Improvement
• Leadership Development
• Financial Forecasting
• Auditing
• Building Relationships
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Strategic Planning
• Management
• Team Building
• Ms Dynamics Great Plains
• Financial Audits
• Staff Development
• Process Improvement
• Cost Control
• Financial Strategy
• Analysis
• Ms Excel Pivot Tables
• Managerial Finance
• Customer Service
• Supervisory Skills
• Microsoft Word