The document is a resume for Kathleen T. Purcell that outlines her professional experience and accomplishments. She has over 15 years of experience managing nonprofit organizations and leading fundraising efforts. Her experience includes executive director roles at a personal care home, community health center, and free clinic. She also has experience in grant management and fundraising consulting.

1. Kathleen T. Purcell
319 Buckeye Lane
West Chester, PA 19382
(C) 610 291-1106
kathleen319@comcast.net
www.linkedin.com/in/purcellkathleen
PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Proven ability with a multi-faceted experience in successful management of organizations; particular strengths include:
 Leading organizations and departments through periods of substantial growth and transition
 Managed a budget of $1.6 million with a staff of eighteen (full and part-time) employees
 Overseeing and coordinating all aspects of budgeting and financial management
 Increased occupancy by 62% in 13 months and increased revenue
 Developing and implementing innovative programs and products and services
 Working with constituent groups including boards, committees, volunteers, and external audiences
 Building and retaining exceptional staffs and creating excellent work environments
EDUCATION
 M.A., Seton Hall University, Corporate and Public Communication, Marketing minor
 B.A., Temple University, Speech Science
 PA Certification, Personal Care Home Administrator, Penn State
 PA Certification, Assisted Living Administrator, Penn State
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 2013 to August 2014
GOLDEN LIVING COMMUNITY, Phoenixville, PA
Managed overall operations for Personal Care Home, including: budget, staffing, and building maintenance
 Improved compliance with Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare Personal Care Home Regulations
 Developed and sustained exceptional relationships with residents, families, hospitals, and physicians
 Formalized and implemented a staff training program including orientation, recognition, and yearly continuing education
 Supervised and coordinated in-facility healthcare services for residents (Nursing, PT, OT, and Speech)
FUND RAISING CONSULTANT 2009 to 2013
SELF-EMPLOYED CONTRACTOR
Provide fundraising, marketing, and partnership building strategies to a diverse client base of nonprofit organizations , including
St. Peters Place community for seniors, Yeadon Public Library, Uptown Entertainment
 Develop and implement strategic marketing techniques that result in successful fundraising campaigns
 Collaborate in a team environment to effectively represent the organization's mission
 Provide recommendations for next steps in approaching special sources of funding
PROGRAM OFFICER & PROJECT MANAGER FOR CONNECTIONS FOR CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTHCARE 2011
ASTRAZENECA HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION/ABOUT CONSULTING, Wilmington, DE, Program Officer in the AstraZeneca
HealthCare Foundation in the department of Alliance Development & Stakeholder Relations (ADSR)
 Managed a $25 million grant program for cardiovascular health
 Implemented and managed key strategies for the Connections for Cardiovascular Health (CCH) program
 Awarded foundation grants of $150,000 and up to US-based nonprofit organizations
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 2008-2009
COMMUNITY HEALTH & DENTAL CARE, INC., Pottstown, PA, a nonprofit community health center providing medical, dental,
and pediatric services to underserved residents in the Pottstown community and surrounding area
 Developed operational policies and procedures for start-up community health center.
 Oversaw site for construction of 10,000-square-foot medical and dental facility
 Spearheaded the credentialing process for Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance companies.
 Hired and oversaw consultant for the preparation of the application for Federally Qualified Health Center look -alike status.
 Implemented NextGen software systems for optimal practice management and the organization/maintenance of electronic
medical and dental records.

2. KATHLEEN T. PURCELL
KATHLEEN319@COMCAST.NET
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 2006-2008
THE CLINIC, Phoenixville, PA, Successfully managed a free clinic with a $723,000 budget exceeding all financial goals and
expectations
 Generated more than one-million dollars in revenue in calendar year 2007
 Operated and managed a “free” clinic, with a paid staff of six and 135 volunteers
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT & VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR 2003-2006
PHOENIXVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY, Phoenixville, PA, implemented a fundraising strategy to diversify and increase Library funding
 Raised more than $650,000 in income from all donor aspects of development for operating and capital budgets
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
FAMILY SERVICE OF CHESTER COUNTY, West Chester, PA 2001 – 2002
DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE/CAPITAL CAMPAIGN MANAGER
WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN’S ALTERNATIVES, Swarthmore, PA 2001
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
LEXIS LAW PUBLISHING (LEXISNEXIS) 1999 – 2000
APPLICATIONS AND MARKETING TOOLS
 Desktop Applications: Microsoft Office; Publisher
 Fundraising and Grant Management: GrantStream, eTapestry, DonorPerfect