Lesley Hunter

About Lesley Hunter

Innovative management professional with experience in administrative leadership positions…

Experience

1. Director of Operations

   Urban Bush Women

   Jun 2024 — Present · Brooklyn, NY, US

   Strategic Change and Finance Management- Cultivate integration of the core principles of the Strategic Plan throughout the internal operations and staff. Results led to a structured approach to project management, digital security and operational - Function as CFO managing oversight of budget and financial reporting, as well as managing vendor-based support for bookkeeping and accounting functions. Successfully managed established processes and reporting to more efficiently track and report financial standing facilitating the collaboration of the Executive Director to provide fiscal management of UBW’s finances- Advise and support the Executive Director in the development and implementation policies and procedures related to accounting practices and human resource guidelines. Results led to the development of processes to align financial reporting to human resources practices, yield consistency in the application of established standards and improved employee morale. Partnered with the Executive Director and Marketing Manager to develop a system for consistent meeting agendas and communication protocols to coordinate and oversee UBW’s internal and external communications. These efforts led to more efficient and comprehensive communication, guaranteeing that all parties received uniform messaging promptly Operations- Oversee and update the UBW Procedures Manual Folder, Human Resources Manual, Employee Handbook, etc- Streamline and developed organizational processes to integrate internal and external operations to ensure alignment within the organization\'s infrastructure and communcations- Led contract negotiations and executions for contract process on major projects, collaborating closely with UBW\'s legal counsel to ensure favorable terms and compliance Human Resources- Supporting HR in recruit, train, manage and conduct annual evaluations for all UBW staff. Results in consistent assessments of overall performance of staff & contractors

Education

• Virginia State University

  Bachelor of Music, Music Teacher Education - Instrumental

  1994 — 1998

• New York University

  Performing Arts Administration and Management , Performing Arts

  2017 — 2020

Skills

• Music
• Theatre
• Fundraising
• Performing Arts
• Musical Theatre
• Dance
• Teaching
• Art
• Public Speaking
• Public Relations
• Classical
• Choreography
• Musicians
• Band
• Ballet
• Music Theory
• Singing
• Arts Administration
• Music Education
• Acting
• Stage
• Research
• Nonprofits
• Event Planning
• Social Media
• Entertainment
• Event Management
• Bands
• Community Outreach
• Improvisation
• Festivals
• Concerts
• Education
• Editing
• Curriculum Design