Barfonce has 15+ years of experience as a nonprofit executive director, senior executive, and manager while serving marginalized individuals and families. She is an effective fundraiser and has experience building portfolios from scratch while improving programmatic efficiencies. She has implemented 80+ development and program projects.

 

Areas of Focus

 

Adaptive Leadership + Client-Centered Advocacy + Full-Cycle Fundraising + Implementation of Trauma Informed Services + Capacity Building + Stakeholder Engagement + Staff, Contractor, and Volunteer Improvement + Public Speaking + Community Training

 

Experience

As a nonprofit executive Barfonce has built high-performing teams and cultures that bring about continuous improvement for staff, contractors, and volunteers within an equity framework. As an Executive Director, Barfonce provided leadership for all operational and programmatic aspects of a complex scattered site nonprofit in Washington, DC working with homeless women and children. 

 

As an organizational leader and Director of Development Barfonce oversaw and achieved an organization's $28m per year fundraising goal. Further, she exceeded targeted-goals for major gifts over an 18-month period. Supporting CEOs in their fundraising has been a key element of Barfonce’s work through robust support, accompaniment, and sound strategy. 

 

Barfonce has worked with multiple human service organizations including Tahirih Justice Center, Disabled Veterans National Foundation, Capitol Hill Group Ministry,  and Central Union Mission. She is a human assets mentor producing results through lean management philosophy in ever-changing programmatic and philanthropic environments.

 

Education

Central Michigan University

Master of Science in Administration

 

University of the Potomac

Bachelor of Science in Management

Jay is a mission-driven chief executive officer with more than 13 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, service operations, program design and implementation, research and evaluation, and community organizing. He is a skilled communicator and change agent. 

 

Areas of Focus

Executive Leadership + Operations + Project Management + Fiscal Management + Fund Development + Organizational Growth + Feasibility Studies

 

Experience

Jay, as a Chief Executive Officer, has led all aspects of a complex social services agency. He has been responsible for ensuring the integrity of the organization’s client services, finances, timely reporting and disclosure requirements, internal controls, and management information systems.

 

Within Jay’s executive portfolio he has managed 31 programs under the broad headings of mental health and well being, children and parents, food and finances, refugees and  immigrants, and housing and shelters. 

 

As a skilled community organizer, Jay has expanded services by identifying key stakeholders and nurturing relationships to expand homeless services, and housing and services to families at risk of homelessness. 

 

Education

Virginia Commonwealth University

Master of Business Administration

 

Washington Theological Union

Master of Theological Studies

 

Villanova University

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

YaVonne Boyd  is a seasoned executive with vast  experience in developing business and operational strategies that are credited with producing outstanding results. She is a 20+ years proven leader in establishing and implementing programs through government and private grants and program contracts. In particular, YaVonne has considerable experience advancing wellness programs for employees in both small and large organizations. Additionally, YaVonne understands the importance of organizational health and has provided guidance to agencies that have strained stakeholder relationships to develop and restore those partnerships.

 

Areas of Focus

Wellness Programs + Program Management + Advocacy + Strategic Planning + Program Reporting + Coalition Building + Community Engagement + Program Design  

 

Experience

YaVonne has served as an Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC. In those roles she provided vision, executive leadership, and board engagement. Further she executed a wellness  initiative for more than 18,000 employees. YaVonne has experience in team building, board development, and creating Standard Operating Procedures. Additionally, Yavonne has the ability to formulate strategies to increase program visibility and effectiveness, conduct operational analyses, and engage target audiences to test program messaging.

 

Education

 

St. Thomas University

Ed. D. candidate in Leadership Management 

 

University of Denver University College

Master of Professional Studies in Organizational Leadership, Strategic Innovation and Change, specialty in Alternative Dispute Resolution

 

University of the District of Columbia

Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology

Frank has counseled more than 150 clients across all philanthropic sectors throughout his career in development and fundraising. His services have been provided to organizations in 29 states, from California to Maine, and Florida to Wisconsin.  Before joining Alacritas Advisers, he has held senior positions in other national consulting firms, with the American Red Cross and Catholic dioceses.  His efforts have resulted in campaigns that have secured more than $500 million to meet visionary objectives.

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Areas of Focus

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Annual Funds + Major Gifts + Campaign Study + Capital Campaigns

 

As a collaborative leader, clients working with Frank during planning and execution phases of philanthropic efforts, will learn that:

 

• The importance of passion for the nonprofit’s clients, staff, and the organization itself is critical.

• That successful campaigns begin with a clear vison, sound purpose, and disciplined plan

• Roles must be defined and understood for joint accountability

 

As a volunteer, Frank has served as the president for Leadership Hampton Roads, board member for Lake Norman YMCA, parish council for St. Mary’s in Pennsylvania, endowment committee for Boy Scouts of America Charlotte Council, and soccer coach for women’s traveling team.

 

Education

 

Marshall University

MA: Journalism

 

Southern Methodist University

BA: Business Administration

Shenandoah has over two decades of extensive experience and proficiency in building and executing systems, programs, and strategies to reach measurable and sustainable goals and objectives. Further, this work is completed while encompassing the optimal development and guidance of human capital, while balancing budgetary, administration, and training considerations. 

 

Areas of Focus

Operational Oversight + Training and Development + Team Building + Fundraising + Policy Development & Implementation + Regulatory Compliance

 

Experience

Sheanandoah has expertise in developing business strategies and implementation plans, training programs, and staff well-being initiatives. Her skills include promoting positive environments for employees and clients that encourage collaboration, inspiration and transformation. In addition to being the author of numerous books, Shenandoah brings a deep understanding of trauma informed care and the impact of stress on human services employees. 

 

Shenandoah has worked to increase overall staff wellbeing in a variety of organizations including K-12 education, health care, state and local government offices, and human service nonprofits. 

 

Education

Michigan State University

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Science, Human Resources, and Society

 

Coach U

Core Essentials Graduate

 

University of Southern Florida

Certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace 

 

Publications

Hiking for Stillness: Healing Trauma One Step at a Time, 2023

The Simplest Way to Make the Best of Change Management, 2022

The Ultimate Cheat Sheet on Leadership Through Uncertainty, 2022

Garbage Bag Suitcase, 2016

Setting Your Vision and Defining Your Goals, 2013

Briana Campos

Permanent Supportive Housing + Case Management 

 

Briana is an experienced social work professional skilled in all areas of service for those experiencing homelessness including housing, health care, and counseling services. She is an excellent communicator and relationship builder with skill in planning, problem solving, and conflict resolution. Briana is fluent in Spanish.

 

Areas of Focus

 

Permanent Supportive Housing + Project Management + Quality Assurance + Process Improvement + Crisis Resolution + Data Analysis

 

Experience

 

Briana has experience serving homeless and housing insecure individuals and families, conducting interviews, assessing needs and issues to combat chronic homelessness. She has collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of professionals to determine best treatment options and has coordinated with community resources to facilitate best available services. Brianna has considerable experience working with organizations who provide services to those who are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. 

 

Education

 

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology

 

Marymount University

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Bill Gorman is the founder and managing principal of Alacritas Advisers, LLC.

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He has served as an Interim-Executive Director of an organization focused on people experiencing homelessness.  Bill has worked served as a chief operating officer in both a large nonprofit and a university for more than a decade.

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Furthermore, he has worked with numerous non-profit organizations, including faith-based institutions, human and social services, assisted and independent living, workforce housing, advocacy groups, foundations, primary and secondary education, higher education, and government.

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Areas of Focus

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Strategic Planning + Executive Leadership + Fundraising + Operations + MarCom

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Experience 

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Passionate about cause sector organizations, William has provided strategic counsel to dozens of organizations regarding their strategic planning and implementation efforts. Additionally, William has participated in or led advocacy efforts on behalf of people with developmental differences, migrants and refugees at the local and national level, and better access to health care, and services for children, youth, and families at the local and state level. 

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William has furthered and been responsible for a university, a system of 98 K-12 schools, operations in 215 locations, 23 subsidiary corporations, two newspapers, two hotels in the United States and one in Austria (with restaurant and brewery), along with functional areas such as Finance, Advancement, Communications, Real Estate, Information Technology, Admissions and Enrollment, Human Resources, and Public Affairs.​

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Education

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University of Leicester, England 

MBA: Marketing 

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University of Leicester, England

PgD Management 

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Deborah is a strategic and organized executive with experience achieving operational excellence in organizations that work with individuals experiencing homelessness. Deborah excels in quality assurance and new initiatives. In the past she has worked as a mental health coordinator, case worker, and a university faculty member teaching courses in human services and facilitating student field experiences. 

 

Areas of Focus

Performance Improvement Programs + Quality Management Systems + Audit Plans + Accreditation Processes + Qualitative Analysis + Operational Assessment

 

Experience

Deborah provided Quality Assurance to 26 programs, completed program and agency audits, assisted with RFPs and contract renewals, facilitated case management, crisis management, HIPAA, POCA, Narcan/Naloxone, AWARDS, and Incident report training. She has provided field instruction to social work students. She is a knowledgeable social worker and accomplished operations executive. As a coordinator and case manager she has provided mental health counseling to 174 formerly homeless veterans at a supportive housing SRO. As a supervising case manager her team provided support services at a family shelter housing 140 families. 

 

Education

Walden University Online

Ph.D. in Human Services (Social Policy Analysis and Planning)

 

Yeshiva University Wurzweiler School of Social Work

Masters degree in Social Work (Community Social Work)

 

Boston University College of Communication

Bachelor of Science in Journalism

Mary Bridget is a seasoned nonprofit leader experienced in low barrier shelter, rapid rehousing, and transitional and supportive housing. With expertise in strategic planning, finance, and identifying true program costs. Mary Bridget has been able to increase effectiveness and control costs. Further, Mary Bridget is skilled in cultivating positive relationships with board and committee members, volunteers, and staff. 

 

Areas of Focus

Executive Leadership + Program Management + Program Operations + Coaching + Fundraising + Budget Development + Strategic Planning

 

Experience

Mary Bridget has led the day-to-day operational and fiscal activities of a $23 million department that provides Low Barrier Shelter, Rapid Re-housing, Transitional and Permanent Supportive Housing to vulnerable Adults and Families. She has designed, developed and implemented new programs based upon dynamic staffing and financial models. As an executive coach, Mary Bridget has improved the performance of Directors and Program Management teams in fiscal management. This resulted in effective utilization of financial resources and enhanced service delivery.

 

Education

Thunderbird School of Global Management

Masters in Business Administration in International Management

 

University of Toledo

Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business

Erica is a highly competent attorney, adviser and executive leader. She is a skilled and multifaceted communicator, creative and strategic problem solver, and insightful, equitable planner and decision-maker. Relying upon her education and work history, Erica is skilled at the development and implementation of organizational policy.  

 

Areas of Focus

Strategic Direction + Community Systems and Organizational Design + Complex Policy, System, and Program Analysis + Large-scale Project Management + Persuasive Grant Writing

 

Experience

 

Erica has extensive experience working with non-profits in the human services area. She advises and collaborates with executive leaders, government agencies, boards and staff on mission execution, strategic direction and project implementation and development. She has directed a countywide homeless response system including organizing programming, training, grantmaking, and partner development and support. Further, she has overseen and implemented county wide regulatory and strategic response to homelessness including managing agency and system processes, community engagement and cross system integrations with health, criminal justice and education areas.

Directing and troubleshooting operational and program matters, and identifying and implementing improvement strategies is her forte. Erica has utilized legal and policy analysis for local governments, public and private entities, and stakeholders nationwide to implement solutions to end homelessness. 

 

Education

 

The George Washington University Law School

Juris Doctorate

 

University of California at Los Angeles

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

 

African American Board Leadership Institute

Certificate of Completion, 2020

 

Maryland State Bar Member

2008-Present

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Publications

“Confronting the Elephants in the Courtroom through Prosecutor Led Diversion Efforts,” Albany Law Review

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“Can the Criminal Justice System Offer Public Health Alternatives to Persons with HIV in the Criminal Justice System?” Madridge Journal of AIDS

Jennifer Seager is a transformational leader committed to helping nonprofit organizations achieve their missions through strong programming, best practices, sound policies, and competent, supported employees. 

 

Areas of Focus

Program Strategy & Oversight + Recruitment, Onboarding, Training, & Development + Government Grants Management + HR Policies and Procedures + Employee Engagement + Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 

 

Jennifer has worked with numerous nonprofit and for profit organizations, large and small. She has led programs serving the unemployed, returning citizens,  persons with HIV, veterans, and the homeless; she also has extensive experience in the early childhood arena. Jennifer strives to create a climate of continuous learning and improvement at all organizational levels; her efforts have resulted in teams feeling more empowered and organizations achieving greater compliance with HR laws and funder requirements. Jennifer combines her clinical social work experience, her HR knowledge, and her lived experience to identify organizational challenges and help teams create and implement smart solutions. She has also initiated conversations around diversity, equity and inclusion, and her commitment in this area has resulted in the implementation of more equitable interviewing and onboarding processes, as well as position descriptions and policies that reduce unintentional bias. 

 

Jennifer has lectured at various colleges and universities and mentored master’s level students. A lifelong learner herself, she stays in touch with many of the folks she’s supervised over the years and is delighted to find many of them in leadership positions themselves. 

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Education

 

Human Resources Certification Institute

 

Certification in Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management

Senior Professional in Human Resources Certification

DC and NY Office of the Professions

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Licensed Graduate Social Worker

Hunter College

 

Seminar in Field Instruction Certification

Columbia University

 

Master of Science in Social Work

University of Hartford

 

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Bachelor of Arts, Music

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