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Neva Shillingford-King

Bronx,NY

Summary

Accomplished leader with a proven track record at 1199SEIU, adept in strategic planning and team leadership. Excelled in project coordination and conflict resolution, driving organizational success and enhancing team productivity. Skilled in fostering stakeholder relationships and executing initiatives that propelled union growth and member satisfaction.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Coordinator

1199SEIU
04.2023 - Current
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.

Director of Contracts

1199 SEIU
03.2021 - 05.2022
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Overseen organization contracts for the union and the health care facilities the union housed

Executive Vice President

1199 SEIU
06.2005 - 06.2020
  • Achieved company growth by implementing strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across departments.
  • Managed risk effectively by implementing robust policies and procedures designed to mitigate potential threats to the organization.
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints, contributing to overall organization's success.
  • Manage leadership teams to effectively grow and stabilize organizational functionality or organization
  • Spearheaded organizational change management efforts, leading to enhanced employee engagement and productivity.
  • Promoted a culture of accountability through regular performance evaluations, constructive feedback, and rewards for exceptional contributions towards union members and staff participation.
  • Negotiated contracts for union members
  • Mediated agreements between management and union members

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Union Wide Coorddinator

1199 SEIU
06.1998 - 06.2005
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.
  • Boosted team morale and productivity by organizing team-building activities and maintaining open-door policy for feedback and concerns.
  • Supported successful project completion by meticulously reviewing and updating project plans to reflect changing needs and objectives.

Union Wide Vice President

1199 SEIU
01.1996 - 06.1998
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including union membership, vendors, regulators, management and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and union membership satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.

New Organizer Coordinator

1199 SEIU
04.1991 - 06.1996
  • Demonstrated exceptional time management skills while working on multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality or deadlines.
  • Leveraged social media tools effectively to create buzz around events, driving increased registrations and engagement.
  • Maintained clear communication channels between all parties involved in the event planning process, ensuring timely updates and issue resolution.
  • Adapted swiftly to unforeseen circumstances during events, implementing contingency plans that minimized disruptions to attendees'' experience.
  • Prepared and presented comprehensive event summaries to stakeholders to provide highlights and developments.

Organizer

1199 SEIU
03.1990 - 03.1991
  • Demonstrated exceptional time management skills while working on multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality or deadlines.
  • Leveraged social media tools effectively to create buzz around events, driving increased registrations and engagement.
  • Maintained clear communication channels between all parties involved in the event planning process, ensuring timely updates and issue resolution.
  • Adapted swiftly to unforeseen circumstances during events, implementing contingency plans that minimized disruptions to attendees'' experience.

Education

FORDHAM UNIVERSITY
The Bronx, NY

Skills

Problem-Solving

Project Coordination

Time Management

Detail Oriented

Decision-Making

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Team Leadership

Strategic Planning

Conflict Resolution

Negotiations

Good Judgment

Timeline

Project Coordinator

1199SEIU
04.2023 - Current

Director of Contracts

1199 SEIU
03.2021 - 05.2022

Executive Vice President

1199 SEIU
06.2005 - 06.2020

Union Wide Coorddinator

1199 SEIU
06.1998 - 06.2005

Union Wide Vice President

1199 SEIU
01.1996 - 06.1998

New Organizer Coordinator

1199 SEIU
04.1991 - 06.1996

Organizer

1199 SEIU
03.1990 - 03.1991

FORDHAM UNIVERSITY
Neva Shillingford-King
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