JULIE PARRISH
Martinez
Summary
Results-driven nonprofit manager with a strong background in fund development and strategic planning. Cultivated community partnerships and enhanced program performance while overseeing budgets and leading teams. Delivered impactful initiatives for adults with developmental disabilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Jobs & Transitions
Best Buddies International
03.2025 - Current
- Led statewide employment and transition initiatives to enhance workforce opportunities
- Developed partnerships with employers, donors, and community partners to strengthen support networks
- Collaborated with development team on statewide galas and annual fundraising campaigns to drive community engagement
- Represent the organization publicly at fundraising and community events
Director of Transition & Adult Services
Wayfinder Family Services
03.2017 - 10.2024
- Provided senior leadership for statewide adult services, enhancing employment and independent living outcomes
- Led multidisciplinary teams and oversaw management of large program budgets to ensure resource alignment with organizational goals
- Collaborated with executive leadership and Boards on strategic planning, budget development, and compliance oversight
- Built relationships with funders, public agencies, and vendors
Federal Revenue Director / HCBS Specialist
North Bay Regional Center
Napa
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Led system-level initiatives for CMS Final Rule and DDS compliance, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards
- Facilitated communication between Regional Center leadership and service providers to enhance collaborative service delivery
- Coordinated efforts for audit readiness and maintained regulatory oversight to ensure compliance
Regional Director
Social Vocational Services
- Led multi-site operations across diverse service regions, achieving regulatory compliance and maintaining program quality through workforce stability.
- Guided site directors in performance management and quality-assurance initiatives, enhancing operational reliability and regional effectiveness.
- Developed regional strategies to enhance service delivery across multiple locations.
- Collaborated with community partners to expand vocational training opportunities.
- Managed program budgets to ensure effective resource allocation and sustainability.
Executive Director
Foothill Learning Center
- Led organizational strategy for community-based service agency, overseeing budgets, contracts, staffing, and community partnerships to ensure effective service delivery.
- Developed governance-aligned systems that ensured service continuity, enhanced compliance with Regional Center standards, and supported long-term sustainability.
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance educational programs and community engagement.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align organizational goals and operational plans.
- Oversaw budget preparation and resource allocation for various learning projects.
Regional Program Manager
Community Options
- Oversaw portfolio of programs for adults with developmental disabilities, enhancing training, service delivery, and risk mitigation.
- Collaborated with funders and community partners to address complex service issues and improve program performance across multiple locations.
- Coordinated regional programs to enhance community engagement and support services.
- Developed training materials for staff to improve service delivery and compliance.
- Facilitated meetings with stakeholders to discuss program goals and initiatives.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education: Community & Vocational Development
San Francisco State University
San FranciscoSkills
- Fund Development
- Fundraising Strategy
- Nonprofit Leadership
- Program management
- Strategic planning
- Budget oversight
- Financial management
- Compliance
- Risk Management
- Community partnerships
- Team leadership
- Team building
- Relationship building
- Team building
Timeline
Director of Jobs & Transitions
Best Buddies International
03.2025 - Current
Director of Transition & Adult Services
Wayfinder Family Services
03.2017 - 10.2024
Federal Revenue Director / HCBS Specialist
North Bay Regional Center
02.2016 - 03.2017
Regional Director
Social Vocational Services
Executive Director
Foothill Learning Center
Regional Program Manager
Community Options
Master of Arts - Special Education: Community & Vocational Development
San Francisco State University