Ken Cozzi

Background

About Ken Cozzi

I am a seasoned executive with 19+ years of non-profit management and business development experience in various sectors. Recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for pioneering large-scale community service projects, as well as for fostering community relationships and leveraging strategic planning for business development, I have a verifiable history of contributing directly to company and organization success throughout my career. Professional focal points include program management, business development, non-profit management, project management, event planning, marketing, community service, cross-functional team leadership, client relationship management, contract negotiation, grant writing, fundraising, community outreach, volunteer management, and change management. Delivering superior administration on the latter areas of expertise requires utilization of effective communication skills, people skills, as well as professional acumen, public speaking, budget management and resource management to support efficiency and maximum returns. As the Executive Director with the American Red Cross. Under my leadership, I manage a talented team of over 200 volunteers in order to execute the organization’s mission and objectives. I also collaborate with staff to orchestrate strategic projects. In addition, I liaise with senior leadership, elected officials, and community organizations to ensure the organization’s community support structure is driving it forward with minimal expenditures. Colleagues describe me as a progressive, driven, down-to-earth, development and managerial expert who can be relied on to offer superior solutions that deliver profitable results on time and under budget.