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Comparion Insurance AgencyComparion Insurance Agent
Dec. 2022 - Jul. 2024Great Falls, Montana, United StatesAs a Comparion licensed agent blessed to be working in Great Falls and the surrounding areas, I am committed to find the "right" protection for all the BIG and small assets in your life. What does "right" mean? It is to find the coverage that fits your needs at the best possible value for you and your family. And to advocate for you and yours should the need arise. Much like the doctors of yesteryears who made house calls, I want to walk with you from cradle to farewells. Call me today so I can help you with auto, home, toys, fur baby or life insurance.
JMDuffy ConsultingBusiness Coach & Development Consultant
Jan. 2016Great Falls, Montana AreaAfter a long career working mostly with nonprofit and trade organizations, I began JMDuffy Consulting allowing me to share my experience with entrepreneurs, small business owners and board of directors around the region. I am passionate about helping leaders and entrepreneurs sharpen their focus, evolve the conversation, drive consensus, and transform their organizations and communities. I approach every interaction seeking to create space for others to learn, share, grow, and succeed. Accomplishments while in this role: Negotiated a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Pendleton, Oregon Chamber of Commerce and Pendleton Downtown Association within 100 days. This MOU established a long-range goal of the two organizations co-locating to streamline and enhance their effectiveness on behalf of their respective members in the marketplace. Organized a planning session between the two Board of Directors to establish a long-range strategic plan for business development and sustainability. This plan included metrics standards to measure the effectiveness of each committee, special event, and fundraising strategy. Directed a community initiative called Live 360 in Billings, Montana. This organic initiative provided individuals, groups and nonprofit organizations space at Rimrock Mall to share their passions with the community. Organized community stakeholder focus groups to identify what kinds of activities would be of the most benefit and with the outcomes developed programming dedicated with the highest impact for the property and community. Counseled 23 Farmers Insurance agency owners across central Montana to provide guidance and assistance as agents develop their business plans. In addition, responsible to support new Acquisition, Seed and Retail program agents, helping these capitalized agents to be successful from day one. Facilitated a 10-week NxLevel Business Planning course with 11 new agency owners.
YWCA of Great FallsExecutive Director
Jul. 2012 - Dec. 2015Great Falls, Montana AreaAccelerated awareness of the YWCA of Great Falls primary mission in the communities served including media relationships, use of social media and community leadership engagement. Charged with maintaining current grant funding levels as well as growing corporate and community donor contributions and relationships. Responsible for evaluating and improving effectiveness in the following areas: Policies & Procedures, By Laws, Programs of Work, Financials, and daily operations including the Mercy Home. Responsible for recruiting and nurturing volunteer relationships in multiple areas of the organization.
Goode's Q & Bayou GrillGeneral Manager
Sep. 2011 - Aug. 2012Responsible for restaurant operations including human resources, marketing, customer service training. Sold, coordinated and executed catering events from 10 to 1200 alongside executive chef. Developed concession agreements expanding restaurant offerings and revenues. Worked closely with contractor developing digital media including website, FaceBook, and direct email campaigns.
Laughlin, Nevada Chamber of Commerce & SBDCExecutive Director
Mar. 2006 - Jul. 2011Laughlin, NevadaCreated a business incubator allowing six entrepreneurs to start or grow their business concept at the Chamber during my tenure. Focused on organizational health and moved forward analyzing and strengthening every aspect of the chamber organization including Policies & Procedures, By Laws, Programs of Work, Financials—forecasts and budget, grant writing, committee structure, communication plan and membership recruitment, retention and engagement. Secured and increased event sponsors. Planned and supervised community wide events with sizable economic impact while using a strong volunteer force to execute each event. Coordinated training and built relationships with several network resource partners within the Nevada Small Business Development Center within the university system. Facilitated all business counseling/advising, referrals and NxLeveL training conducted through the Chamber.
Great Falls Area Chamber of CommerceVice President
Oct. 2002 - Mar. 2006Great Falls, Montana AreaRecruited to implement and execute marketing strategies developed by CoMedia public relations firm. While in this position, we re-branded the chamber to better articulate the organization's mission and work on behalf of our members. In addition to managing all communications, I directed the Convention and Visitors Bureau, tourism promotion and visitor. In 2006, the Chamber and Russell Country Tourism Region were recognized by the Governor for our collaborative efforts with the Governor's Tourism Partners of the Year award. Also, supervised and enhanced the Leadership Great Falls and Leadership High School programs through introduction of leadership development curriculum.
CoMediaCo Owner
Jan. 1999 - Oct. 2002Great Falls, Montana AreaWorked closely with Executive Staffs and Board of Directors to create business/marketing plans for several not-for-profit organizations. Identified each company’s unique attributes and introduced brands to support and strengthen each organizations’ competitive advantages. Oversaw companies' communications. Responsible for coordination of public relation strategies including media relationships and news releases.
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