Rocky Schneider

About Rocky Schneider

As the Executive Director of the Downtown Community Partnership (DCP), I’m driven by a…

Experience

1. Executive Director

   Downtown Community Partnership

   Oct 2023 — Present · Fargo, ND, US

   Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic and operational leadership to drive the mission of the Downtown Community Partnership, focusing on creating and maintaining a vital, vibrant downtown Fargo.Collaborative Leadership: Lead a diverse team and foster a culture of service excellence, emphasizing collaboration with members, investors, community leaders, and regional partnerships.Advocacy and Policy: Advocate for downtown Fargo as a preferred destination for working, living, shopping, eating, and playing. Influence policy decisions with governmental entities for inclusive growth, development, and workforce development.Community Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders, including city, county, and state governments, corporate partners, and community organizations, to strengthen partnerships and create a sense of ownership and personal engagement with downtown Fargo.Event Management: Oversee the development, growth, and execution of signature events that enhance the vibrancy of downtown Fargo while fostering partnerships with event organizers.Financial Management: Ensure sound financial practices and budgetary controls, aligning operations with regulatory and legal requirements to maintain financial stability.Public Relations: Serve as the organization\'s chief spokesperson and advocate, representing DCP with media, government agencies, associations, and other public or private organizations.Membership Growth: Identify and cultivate potential sources of investment, overseeing fundraising efforts, and growing membership opportunities.Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the Board of Directors to implement the strategic plan, translating organizational objectives into actionable initiatives.Community Development: Leverage expertise in community development and economic revitalization to enhance the downtown Fargo experience.

Skills

• Public Affairs
• Customer Service
• Volunteer Management
• Policy
• Corporate Communications
• Press Releases
• Public Speaking
• Event Management
• Crisis Communications
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Legislative Relations
• Non-Profits
• Economic Development
• Legislative Affairs
• Microsoft Excel
• Strategic Communications
• Microsoft Office
• Project Management
• Grants
• Policy Analysis
• Speech Writing
• Political Communication
• Event Planning
• Grassroots Organizing
• Newsletters
• Coalitions
• Social Media
• Strategic Planning
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Political Consulting
• Message Development
• Research
• Public Relations
• Internal Communications
• Media Relations
• Marketing Communications
• Publicity
• Proposal Writing