1. JO ANN BAKER
4920 Olivia Lane Phone: C: (940) 631-4739 | H: (940) 692-1075
Wichita Falls, TX 76310 Email: joannb@texasalliance.org
Nonprofit Leadership Professional
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | MARKETING/PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR | MANAGEMENT
Seasoned Nonprofit Leadership Professional with 20+ years of administrative leadership in the
nonprofit sector, specifically membership/associations organizations. Highly effective in
promoting a positive and productive environment. Proven track record for developing and
maintaining relevant relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Committed to
bringing about real, practical results in people’s lives. Skilled and thorough in analyzing
problems and finding creative solutions. Seeking a challenging position with a forward-
thinking organization that could benefit from my wealth of experience, and where I can
continue to learn and grow (also willing to relocate for the ideal opportunity).
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
 Nonprofit Leadership
 Business Management
 Board Development
 Relationship
Management
 Event Management
 Development/
Fundraising
 Marketing Strategies/
Campaigns
 Contract Negotiation/
Management
 Fiscal Budgeting
 Management
 Leader/Team Member
 Manage Press/Social
Media
 Effective Multitasker
 Superior Problem
Analysis/Problem-
Solving Skills
 Communication Skills
(Oral/Written)
 Public/Media Relations
 Technology/
Graphic Design
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TEXAS ALLIANCE OF ENERGY PRODUCERS/
NORTH TEXAS OIL & GAS ASSOCIATION, WICHITA FALLS, TX 1991 - PRESENT
BOARD SECRETARY/VICE PRESIDENT OF ASSOCIATION
 Serving in a leadership position with the largest statewide oil and gas association for
Independents in the country, boasting more than 3,300 members in 34 states.
 Apply skill and expertise in managing the daily multitude of tasks required in the day-
to-day requirements necessary in performing multiple tasks simultaneously,
prioritizing, organizing and implementing projects in on time and within budget.
 In role of Secretary of the Board of Directors duties include but are not limited to
organizing and documenting all BOD and Executive Committee formal meetings, which
includes a membership of 60 elected individuals.
 Role of Vice President which includes fiduciary responsibilities as well as representing
the association on numerous educational and industry-related Boards and Advisory
Committees.

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 Provide leadership, direction, guidance, training, mentoring and supervision to office
and staff including working with team members at various locations.
 Coordinate, implement, and supervise various events and meetings, which include
strategic planning, budget development/tracking, site selection, securing speakers and
volunteers, coordinating exhibit booth sales, sponsorship sales, design and layout of all
marketing materials, on-site and vendor supervision, press releases, and ROI.
 Design and approve all association printed and electronic content and materials.
 Ensure filing of all State PAC and Lobbyist reports with the Texas Ethics Commission.
 Execute all marketing and public relations efforts.
 Coordinate display ad sales, design publication (graphics and text), writing/editing
documents in preparation for printing for the monthly news magazine and annual
Membership Directory.
 Market and increase new memberships by selling memberships, represent the
association by promoting, planning, implementing and attending industry events and
trade shows (including set-up and booth management).
 Coordinate the process of three educational scholarships includes application design
and distribution, student nominations, university and high school communications, and
scholarship presentations.
Other Professional Experience:
On The Double, College Station, TX
Store Manager, 1989 - 1991
Quick As A Flash, College Station, TX
Co-Owner, 1984 - 1989
KHJK Radio, Lockhart, TX
Sales Executive, 1983 - 1984
Hays County National Bank,
San Marcos, TX
Loan Secretary/New Accounts Clerk,
1982 - 1983
KLBK Television, Lubbock, TX
Continuity/Advertising Director, 1981 - 1982
Bank of the West, Lubbock, TX
New Accounts Clerk/Teller, 1980 - 1981
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, Minor: Political Science
Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
Certificate, Nonprofit Management
CNM Connect/Center for Nonprofit Management of Dallas,
Priddy Foundation of Wichita Falls