Lily Rego

Senior Director of Operations & Strategy

Professional Overview
Lily Rego is a seasoned operations and strategy professional with over 15 years of experience driving organizational growth and efficiency across the nonprofit and social impact sectors. As the Senior Director of Operations & Strategy at Everyday Speech, she leverages her expertise in process improvement, financial management, and strategic planning to support the company's mission of providing high-quality educational resources.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her current role as Senior Director of Operations & Strategy at Everyday Speech, Lily is responsible for overseeing the organization's day-to-day operations, including financial management, project management, and cross-functional team coordination. She works closely with the executive team to develop and execute strategic initiatives that align with the company's long-term goals, while also driving continuous operational improvements to enhance productivity and optimize resource allocation.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Everyday Speech, Lily held the position of Director of Business Operations at the organization, where she played a crucial role in streamlining workflows, implementing robust financial controls, and enhancing the overall efficiency of the company's operations. Before that, she served as the Chief Operating Officer at CVNL Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership and the Young Survival Coalition, where she spearheaded the implementation of innovative operational strategies, strengthened financial management practices, and helped these organizations achieve their respective missions. Lily's early career experience includes roles as an Operations and Finance Manager at Soliya and a Dialogue Facilitator at Building Bridges, where she honed her skills in process optimization, stakeholder engagement, and cross-cultural communication.

Academic Background
Lily holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley, with a focus on Organizational Behavior and Management.

Areas of Expertise

• Operational excellence and process improvement

• Strategic planning and execution

• Financial management and budgeting

• Project management and cross-functional collaboration

• Nonprofit sector expertise

• Stakeholder engagement and change management

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Lily has demonstrated a track record of driving measurable improvements in organizational performance. At CVNL Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership, she led the implementation of a new financial reporting system that enhanced financial visibility and enabled more informed decision-making, resulting in a 20% increase in operational efficiency. At the Young Survival Coalition, Lily spearheaded the development of a comprehensive volunteer management program that expanded the organization's community engagement and volunteer retention by 30%.

Conclusion
Lily Rego is a versatile operations and strategy professional who excels at aligning organizational processes, resources, and talent to support the achievement of strategic objectives. With her deep understanding of the nonprofit and social impact sectors, coupled with her proven abilities in operational excellence and change management, Lily is well-positioned to continue driving positive impact in her current role at Everyday Speech and beyond.