Craig Nauta, CAE

Experience

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  Mustard Seed Foundation

  Jan 1990 - Jan 2003

  Executive Vice President

  Organization’s first professional staff to manage private family foundation governed by three generations of two families.- Facilitated growth from $100,000 in annual giving through 20 grants to awarding $10 million annually through over 500 grants and scholarships. - Recruited, hired and coached international program officer team located in four countries.- Conducted on-site organization and project evaluations in over 30 countries.- Established scholarship programs at top undergraduate institutions and colleges.- Designed grant application, tracking, communication, reporting and evaluation process.- Designed and published annual report and program documentation. Show less

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  Providence Service Corporation

  Jan 2005 - Dec 2005

  Regional Director

  National provider of government contracted healthcare services.- Managed contract with Dallas County Juvenile Justice and Medicaid eligible fee-for-service contract.- Increased monthly revenue 25% through expanded representation, customer service, and client retention.- Reduced operational expenditures 20% through increased efficiencies and multiple task management.- Recruited, hired and managed staff team, reducing chronic turnover to 5%.- Documented and reported performance outcomes to corporate officers and community stakeholders. Show less

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  International Association of Exhibitions and Events

  Jan 2006 - Oct 2007

  Managing Director

  Managing Director: Center for Exhibition Industry Research Managing Director: Exhibition Industry Foundation- Constituted board and guided start up of industry education foundation. - Guided strategic plan implementation, board meetings, multiple committees and scholarship program.- Coordinated industry associations to develop collaborative research initiatives and reports.- Directed golf fundraising events and promotion.

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  The Legacy Group, Inc.

  Aug 2007 - Aug 2008

  Government and Social Sector Consultant

  Serving the State of Texas Health and Human Services Commission:- Authored bid securing a million dollar contract to develop and manage education programs.- Produced and submitted contract compliant strategic plans and monthly reports.Serving the Federal Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Youth:- Analyzed non-profit organization’s capacity and work plans to accomplish government grant.- Produced business grade assessment reports with recommendations for program improvements. Show less

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  Texas Society of CPAs

  May 2008 - now

  Director, Peer Assistance

  Direct state-wide statutory peer assistance program. Ensure compliance with Texas Health and Human Services commission guidelines and criteria under chapter 467 of the Texas Health and Safety Code. Collaborate with the Texas Board of Public Accountancy to receive referrals, grant funding and identify program improvements through quarterly reporting, oversight committee presentations, and engagement with staff attorneys. Facilitate statewide network of CPAs in recovery from chemical dependency ensuring confidentiality, inspire and develop capacity to mentor fellow accountants new to recovery, and deliver continuing education on peer support, addiction recovery, mental health and wellness issues. Recruit, train, and manage oversight committee, implementing the program mission through strategic planning, setting and accomplishing goals, coalition building, presentations, meeting planning and facilitation. Push the program toward a broader vision by adopting, implementing, and advocating for the eight dimensions of wellness. Increase program awareness through presentations at universities, conferences and chapter meetings. Animate diversity committee to impact organization culture and facilitate stakeholder growth. Show less