Professional Overview
Janet Kramschuster is an accomplished non-profit executive with extensive experience in the diabetes and youth development sectors. As the VP of People and Finance at Tidepool, she oversees the organization's talent management, financial operations, and strategic growth initiatives. With her deep industry expertise and proven leadership abilities, Janet drives impactful outcomes for the communities Tidepool serves.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the VP of People and Finance at Tidepool, Janet is responsible for aligning the organization's human capital and financial strategies to support its mission and long-term objectives. In this role, she manages the full employee lifecycle, including talent acquisition, professional development, and performance management. Additionally, Janet oversees Tidepool's financial planning, budgeting, and reporting to ensure prudent resource allocation and organizational sustainability. Under her leadership, Tidepool has strengthened its internal capabilities and expanded its reach to serve a growing number of individuals affected by diabetes.
Career Progression
Prior to her current position, Janet served as the VP of Fund Development at Tidepool, where she successfully secured critical funding to support the organization's programs and initiatives. Before joining Tidepool, she held various leadership roles at Diabetes Youth Families, including Executive Director, Director of Programs, and Camp Director. In these capacities, Janet spearheaded the development and implementation of impactful youth programs, enhanced operational efficiency, and fostered strong community partnerships. Earlier in her career, Janet contributed as a researcher on projects focused on promoting healthy eating and active living in children at the Canadian Diabetes Association and Dalhousie University.
Academic Background
Janet holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Dalhousie University, where she specialized in Health Promotion and Education. Throughout her academic journey, she demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills, which have proven invaluable in her professional endeavors.
Areas of Expertise
- Non-profit management and operations
- Talent management and organizational development
- Financial planning and resource allocation
- Youth program design and implementation
- Community engagement and partnership building
- Research and data-driven decision making
Professional Impact
Under Janet's leadership, Diabetes Youth Families expanded its reach, serving an additional 1,500 families and securing $2.5 million in funding to support its programs. At Tidepool, she has played a pivotal role in strengthening the organization's internal capabilities, enabling it to serve a growing number of individuals affected by diabetes. Janet's industry expertise, strategic vision, and commitment to making a positive impact have been instrumental in driving meaningful change within the communities she serves.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, proven leadership abilities, and deep industry expertise, Janet Kramschuster is a strategic and compassionate executive who is poised to drive continued growth and impact at Tidepool. Her commitment to empowering individuals and communities affected by diabetes, coupled with her strong financial acumen and talent management skills, make her a valuable asset to the organization and the broader non-profit sector.
