Misty Winner

About Misty Winner

Above all, I am a people person. I love meeting new individuals, building and maintaining relationships, understanding what makes each person unique, and appreciating their individuality. Having the right attitude and helping others is the most important thing.I have over 20+ years of experience driving operational excellence, aligning with executives, and enhancing organizational effectiveness. I\'ve collaborated with senior leaders from high-growth startups to established enterprises, serving as a trusted advisor and the link between vision and execution.My core strength lies in my approach: I ask thoughtful questions, encourage open and purposeful dialogue, and unite teams around a shared mission. I excel in complex and ambiguous situations, building trust at all levels of the organization and transforming challenges into opportunities for progress.I help leaders focus on what matters most - by managing priorities, navigating change, and delivering on strategic initiatives. I’ve led mission-critical projects, shaped high-performing cultures, and created systems that empower people to do their best work. I believe in leadership rooted in empathy, clarity, trust, and kindness, because people can achieve extraordinary things when they feel supported and inspired.

Experience

1. Board Member

   Friendly House, Inc

   Oct 2025 — Present · Portland, OR, US

   I’m honored to serve as a Board Member at Friendly House, helping to guide and support the incredible team behind its mission. 🧡 For over a century, Friendly House has built community by offering vibrant after-school programs, youth camps, senior services, LGBTQ+ elder pride outreach, fitness and wellness opportunities, and so much more. I’ve long admired how Friendly House shows up for everyone — creating a sense of belonging, connection, and opportunity across generations. In stepping into this role, my goals are to: • Deepen community impact through inclusive, accessible programs • Leverage my experience to help drive strategic growth and sustainability • Foster partnerships that reinforce Friendly House’s core value that “all are welcome here.”

Skills

• Customer Service
• Customer Satisfaction
• Training
• Administrative Assistants
• Project Management
• Team Building
• Management
• Human Resources
• Recruiting
• Executive Support
• Leadership
• Event Planning
• Administrative Assistance
• Marketing
• Microsoft Office
• Public Speaking
• Time Management