Kris Harden
Dublin,GA
Summary
Enthusiastic Executive Director with a proven track record in community engagement, program management, and strategic planning. Expertise in budgeting, staff management, and fundraising drives impactful initiatives in Alzheimer's and dementia care.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director
Advocates for Alzheimer's Care, Inc. Dba/Lighthouse ADC
Dublin, GA
01.2025 - Current
- Develop strategic partnerships to enhance community engagement in Alzheimer's care initiatives.
- Oversee program implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and quality standards.
- Lead fundraising efforts, cultivating donor relationships to secure sustainable financial support for programs.
- Manage operational budget, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact on care services.
- Organize support group meetings.
- Manage four employees.
- Facilitate staff training sessions, enhancing team capabilities in delivering effective client care.
- Work closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Monitor compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Represent organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
Purchasing Director
City of Dublin
Dublin, GA
01.1989 - 03.2024
- Developed strategic sourcing strategies to optimize procurement processes and reduce costs.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline purchasing operations and improve vendor relationships.
- Implemented procurement policies ensuring compliance with city regulations and best practices.
- Analyzed market trends to forecast purchasing needs and adjust inventory levels accordingly.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, achieving favorable terms and enhancing service delivery.
- Mentored and trained staff on effective procurement techniques and software systems.
- Collaborated with department heads to align purchasing strategies with organizational goals and budgets.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
- Managed annual budgets for purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with financial guidelines and targets.
- Ensured adherence to company policies, procedures, and ethical standards in all procurement activities.
- Reduced supply chain risks by diversifying the supplier base and implementing contingency plans.
- Led a team of procurement professionals, providing mentorship and fostering career development opportunities.
- Implemented inventory control measures, reducing stock levels and optimizing warehouse space utilization.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Used HTE to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Generated reports, documents and analysis in HTE for senior management review and approval.
- Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
Customer Service Supervisor
City of Dublin
Dublin, GA
08.1983 - 01.1989
- Oversaw daily operations of customer service team, ensuring efficient response to inquiries.
- Developed training materials to enhance staff knowledge and improve service quality.
- Implemented process improvements that increased customer satisfaction ratings.
- Resolved escalated customer complaints, fostering positive relationships and retention.
- Collaborated with other departments to address recurring customer concerns, improving overall service quality.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
- Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
Teller
Farmers & Merchants Bank
Dublin, GA
07.1981 - 07.1983
- Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately to enhance service delivery.
- Assisted customers with account inquiries, providing clear information and support.
- Maintained cash drawer accuracy through diligent counting and reconciliation practices.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and customer service strategies.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly, ensuring positive banking experiences and loyalty.
- Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
- Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere in the branch by greeting customers warmly upon arrival and addressing them by name when possible.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Middle Georgia State University
Cochran, GASkills
- Community engagement
- Program management
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Operations management
- Budgeting and financial management
- Staff management
- Program leadership
- Technologically proficient
Accomplishments
Governmental Procurement Association of Georgia Buyer of the Year
Governmental Procurement Association of Georgia President (twice)
Dublin-Laurens County Leadership Alumnus of the Year
Pilot Club Pilot of the Year (4 times)
Pilot Club of Dublin President (3 times)
Affiliations
Governmental Procurement Association of Georgia
P.E.O.
Pilot International
National Institute of Governmental Procurement
Certification
Certified Public Procurement Buyer
Timeline
Executive Director
Advocates for Alzheimer's Care, Inc. Dba/Lighthouse ADC
01.2025 - Current
Purchasing Director
City of Dublin
01.1989 - 03.2024
Customer Service Supervisor
City of Dublin
08.1983 - 01.1989
Teller
Farmers & Merchants Bank
07.1981 - 07.1983
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Middle Georgia State University