John Lazar

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About John Lazar

Non-Profit Executive Leader with demonstrated ability in planning and implementing programs that align employee development and productivity with organization goals. Highly effective in motivating and directing employees and volunteer leadership. Exceptional relationship building skills. Known for ability to assess and resolve a wide range of human capital issues. Expertise in: • Program Development • Organizational Change • Income Development • Marketing & Communications • Advocacy and Lobbying • Learning & Development Selected Accomplishments -Elected Ward 2 Committeeman to Washington, DC Democratic State Committee -Eliminated fundraising shortfall year over year-Reorganized 3 former regions (12 CA counties), eliminated silos and redundancy and resulting in efficiencies, consistency and cost savings of nearly a half a million dollars-Authoring Letters to the Editor and articles published nationally including the NY Times, LA Times, Washington Post and SF Chronicle-Persuaded members of Congress to vote for increase funding of research, cancer and health programs in excess of for NIH, NCI and other federal agencies-Developed volunteer and staff leadership conference for 500+participants attaining improved morale and leadership skills resulting in improved volunteer-staff relationships and successful promotion of event/program branding in local communities. Specialties: •Leader in the field of health and human services, human rights, and immigration. •In-depth knowledge of government and advocacy channels has resulted in successful government lobbying. •Strong communication skills, appearances on television, radio as well as authored articles in diverse media outlets. •Provides inspiration and vision to senior leadership and staff based on performance management.