1. BOB NEW
2100 Western Ave, Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 726-2042 bluenew0804@hotmail.com
ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL
Innovative collaborator with keen strategic vision committed to integrate program goals within long-term
organizational mission. Energetic, dedicated, and highly experienced program and event coordinator adept at
program development, project management, and special events.
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Extensive program planning and development background includes coordinating city-wide volunteer
recruitment, facilitating coalition planning process, implementing fundraising strategies, promoting
program initiatives and overseeing comprehensive event logistics.
Proven commitment to fostering empowerment of diverse populations through community engagement,
healthful living, personal development, communication, and personal responsibility.
Superior liaison abilities to establish and maintain solid working relationships with volunteers,
businesses, city and government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Effective instructor in customer service techniques with a trustworthy approach to sensitive situations.
Proficient in developing outreach materials in various formats (newsletters, brochures, websites).
Experience with Microsoft Office suite, Access, QuickBooks, web development software, PC, Macintosh
and other technologies.
Engaging, creative facilitation skills to meet coalition and committee needs.
Enthusiastic representative at outreach events and public speaking engagements.
Thorough understanding of finances, budgeting, scheduling and fundraising with Bachelor of Arts in
Accounting and Business Administration.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
COMMON GROUND WELLNESS CENTER - Portland, OR 2009 - 2010
Development Coordinator
Cooperatively manage an urban community wellness center committed to integrative healing and ecological responsibility
Facilitate discussions, research business structure possibilities and engage community for transition of
non-profit organization to a cooperative business.
Expand outreach, fundraising, volunteer program, organizational development and marketing strategies
for community spa and wellness center comprised of over thirty practitioners.
Develop programs and events reflecting the values of a community service-based organization.
Create program development policy and procedures in coordination with the board of directors.
HOLLYWOOD FARMERS’ MARKET - Portland, OR Autumn 2009
Mobile Farmers’ Market Coordinator
Operate a produce stand in an underserved neighborhood in NE Portland as a pilot project to develop a farmers’ market.
Coordinate with volunteers, neighborhood associations and community stakeholders to develop a
farmers’ market in the Cully neighborhood in 2010.
INTERSTATE FARMERS’ MARKET - Portland, OR 2008 - 2009
Market Manager
Manage all aspects of coordinating a farmers' market in North Portland with a non-profit community board of advisors.

2. Develop and cultivate strong relationships with vendors, providing direction and guidance for following
local and state food regulations.
Coordinate marketing, fund raising, strategic planning and program oversight for the market.
Assist in planning a regional network of farmers' market managers, growers, vendors and volunteers.
NORTH PORTLAND TOOL LIBRARY – Portland, OR 2007 – 2008
Volunteer Coordinator
Engage volunteers in planning and implementation of a community tool lending library.
Match strengths and expertise of volunteers with project roles and outcomes.
Coordinate long-term strategic planning process and develop capacity-building strategies.
Increase fundraising by forging collaborations with local organizations and businesses.
Provide excellent customer service for tool library members, design outreach materials and offer resource
information for residential construction projects.
THE CITY REPAIR PROJECT – Portland, OR 2004 – 2008
Earth Day Coordinator
Facilitate a highly successful collaborative process to coordinate Portland’s largest Earth Day Celebration each year with a
coalition of individuals, organizations, businesses and government agencies.
Organize community-building alternatives for neighborhoods, schools and underserved populations by
promoting civic participation and increasing community involvement in local neighborhoods.
Define objectives, develop policies and initiate unique projects with Earth Day Coalition volunteers.
Increase number of education booths represented at event by 75 % over a 2-year period.
Create and distribute Earth Day outreach materials including content on City Repair website.
ALBERTA COOPERATIVE GROCERY – Portland, OR 2001 – 2007
Volunteer Coordinator (2001-2002), Finance Manager (2002-2004), Board Member (2005-2007)
Manage store finances, develop marketing strategies and supervise over 20 employees for a community-owned grocery store
with over $1 million per year in sales.
Manage store during leadership transition and collaborate with co-op board of directors to develop a
long-range visioning strategy to stabilize store operations.
Organize employee training in effective customer service techniques while building trust for employees
to discuss sensitive topics.
Direct volunteer orientation programs, forge relationships with vendors and create opportunities within
the store for an annual growth of 15% in sales per year.
Initiate partnerships with local businesses including a coalition of the 3 food co-ops in Portland.
PORTLAND IMPACT – Portland, OR 2000 – 2001
After School Program Assistant (Buckman School)
Administer after-school program at a K-8 arts-magnet school offering innovative courses and specialized training in arts
disciplines through Schools Uniting Neighborhoods (SUN).
Facilitate after-school activities sessions, develop and maintain a database of student registrations for
over 40 after-school classes run by community teachers.
Teach after-school art class using reused materials through partnerships with local organizations.
UNLIMITED CHOICES, INC. – Portland, OR 1999 - 2000
Office Manager
Manage operations for non-profit organization that promotes independence, empowerment, safety and dignity for
individuals of all ages with emphasis on those with physical disabilities.
Administer new client intake process, schedule appointments for client visits and create Access database
to manage client files.
Conduct tactful discussions of sensitive issues around people’s health and well-being.
Maintain relationships with contractors, clients, board members and handle finances for organization.
EDUCATION
MUHLENBERG COLLEGE – Allentown, PA B.A.- Accounting and Business Administration 1993