Tricia Watts
Executive Transformational Leadership. Philanthropy. Team Building. Strategy. Community Engagement. Mentorship. JEDI. Collaboration.
- Role
- Executive Director at Wave Foundation - Newport Aquarium
- Location
- Cincinnati, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Tricia Watts
Tricia is an executive nonprofit leader with a heart for service and a mind for business.…
Experience
Executive Director
Wave Foundation - Newport Aquarium
Dec 2021 — Present · Newport, KY, US
Leading WAVE on a mission to inspire and foster environmental stewards of aquatic life through education, conservation and volunteerism. Unprecedented organizational growth supporting strategic, mission based initiatives• Negotiated increase in partnership funding Guide annual Board retreats and strategic planning, and staff goals/implementation of strat plan Effected growth, diversifying organizational revenues, doubling income in 2 years Grant making to conservation based organizations Provide guidance and direction for a 13-member Board of Directors Built robust Team to support program and organizational growth through compassionate leadership and supportive accountability Diversified revenue streams for organizational stability Streamlined operations, increased efficiencies, and implemented best practices Created and sustain an inclusive team approach with a culture of independence and accountability Partner with Newport Aquarium to maintain and support AZA Accreditation Oversee educational program development and implementation to assure alignment with organizational mission and relevant state standards Led org to realize 20 year dream and strategic initiative to create the Center for Conservation Education
Education
University of Kentucky
Rural & Community Sociology
1994 — 1995
Eastern Kentucky University
BS, Psychology
1990 — 1992
Wizard Academy
Fundraising for Nonprofits
2011
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