Carol J

Christopher M. Patterson18318 N. Division Rd., Colbert, WA 99005Chris@breakthroughinc.org | 509-951-9044

SENIOR EXECUTIVEA compassionate and driven leader with a proven track record in achieving positive business results by developing and implementing strategic business initiatives through partnering with the community, clients, and staff.

AREAS OF EXPERTISEStrategic PlanningProgram DevelopmentCommunicationGrowth Strategies BudgetsLeadershipCommunity Relations Conflict ResolutionAdvocateForward ThinkingClient FocusedCompassionatePerseveranceFranchise Owner (Phoenix Salon Suites)Team Building

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEBreakThrough, Inc. Founder/President/CEO January 2006 PresentFounded a specialized youth treatment program for kids ages 7-21 with a variety of mental and behavioral challenges. Responsible for directing all aspects of the organization and managing a workforce of 90 employees. Oversees the health and well-being of 40 clients on an on-going basis. Manages the organizations annual $4 million budget and works with the senior leadership team to implement the strategic vision for the organization. Provides regular leadership and direction for all aspects of the ongoing daily operation Develops long-range and strategic planning activities and effectively leads to accomplish organizational goals Creates and maintains working relationships with a variety of networks to develop resources, negotiate and administer contracts, and solicit community support. Guides the management team and staff to ensure quality treatment, adherence with regulations, and overall effectiveness of treatment programs Ensures monthly and yearly performance goals, both financial and operational, are met by the various treatment programs Continually builds and maintains relationship with staff which has resulted in minimal turnover Develops and maintains budget for all locations Utilizes a clinically and behaviorally based team approach to incorporate the needs of the community, schools and stakeholders to promote the success of the client

EDUCATIONB.A. Interdisciplinary Studies/Minor in Child Psych Eastern Washington UniversityA.A.S. Administration of Justice, A.A. Liberal Arts & Fire ScienceSpokane Community CollegeThe Jennifer Dunn Leadership Institute 2013Leadership Spokane, Servant Leadership2008Job Corps Forestry 2000

Honors and AwardsLicensed Staff Residential Program of the Year 2012Voluntary Placement Services Agency of the Year2013Profiles in Leadership, Inland Business Catalyst Magazine2012VPS Program Manager & Staff of the year2015

Professional AffiliationsPACE (Partners Advancing Character Education) Board MemberBetter Business Bureau Education Foundation Board MemberWashington Policy Center Board MemberChildrens Justice Interdisciplinary Task Force Task Force Member Appointed positionRotary International Rotarian _____________________________________________________________________________________________________

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