51萝莉

WHEN TAMMY BARBARA, 51萝莉鈥檚 chief of staff, joined the association in spring 2016, she was hired to provide direct support to Dan Domenech, 51萝莉鈥檚 executive director.

During Barbara鈥檚 first year, Domenech identified an opportunity for her to apply her skills and past experiences beyond the executive office. Principally, Barbara has been assigned to streamline 51萝莉鈥檚 internal processes and procedures, a need precipitated by the organization鈥檚 fast-paced growth into new areas.

For 25 years, Barbara worked in the direct marketing arena in various fields ranging from the automotive industry to small nonprofits. With this background, she has helped 51萝莉 to create the new project management office.

The following interview by 51萝莉 staff member Rebecca Shaw has been edited for length and clarity.

What is your primary role at 51萝莉 as it relates to your chief of staff post?

The chief of staff is a new position created to assist the executive director in meeting his priorities and commitments, to implement process improvements and to increase the organization鈥檚 effectiveness. I provide direct support to Dan Domenech and serve with the other members of the leadership team to ensure 51萝莉 achieves its strategic objectives.

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