Richard J. Harrison

Career Profile

Results-oriented professional with proven track record in business development, personnel management, and operational planning and implementation. Recognized areas of achievement include:

· Budget Development

· Contract Administration

· Project Management

· Training Development

· Certified Instructor

· Team Leadership

Major Achievements

• Developed, founded, and directed a community based aftercare program serving Connecticut’s Department of Correction
• Hired, trained and managed 12-member staff and 35 volunteers, including caseworkers, client managers, instructors, group leaders, security monitors, and administrators.
• Secured funding for a $1 million operating budget from both private and public funding sources
• Administered state of Connecticut Purchase of Services Contract including quarterly reporting for 16 years.
• Received national recognition for role in improving community-based corrections

Experience & Accomplishments

FHM SERVICES, INC.

Founder/President/CEO (1990-2006)

• Responsible for directing all aspects of two community-based aftercare programs, serving more than 1,000 clients during tenure
• Developed original concept and proposal for programs, creating an innovative approach to running a locally based community corrections and reintegration programs at five locations.
• Administered Purchase of Services Contract with the Department of Correction including all financial and programmatic reporting requirements.
• Secured multiple renewals/expansions of the original Purchase of Services contract to quadruple the size of the original program.
• Negotiated and oversaw the purchase of commercial properties valued at more than $2 million
• Served as liaison with local and state public officials
• Represented organization in legal proceedings with town, city, and state officials
• Hired, trained, and supervised 12 member staff and team of 35 volunteers.
• Developed operational procedures/personnel manuals and training program for staff and volunteers.
• Implemented ongoing training program to ensure staff remained up-to-date on current procedures and implementation of the latest Evidence Based Practices for community corrections.
• Developed integrated reporting system to evaluate client progress and staff performance.
• Developed and instituted a service-based division of the corporation, generating revenue to help support overall program operation.
• Wrote grant requests that resulted in approximately $10 thousand in annual support
• Planned major events, including annual golf tournament, annual meetings, and social gatherings

MANAGER, SALES AND ESTIMATES, BUILDING TRADES

• Sold building supplies and services for 5 companies throughout New London county: Solar Insulation (Stonington), Total Energy (New London), Builder’s Tile (Uncasville), Floor Covering Shop (Norwich), and Johnson’s Hardware and Supply (Groton)
• Managed all aspects of sales, including estimating, material recommendation and selection, pricing, and accounts receivable
• Scheduled and supervised all job site work and inspections
• Oversaw team of 8 installers
• Personally followed up with all clients to ensure satisfaction with work

^{Military Experience}

• United States Navy
• Petty Officer First Class (E6), submarine qualified
• Top-secret security classification

^{Community Involvement}

• Volunteer for Prison Fellowship International
• Lead in-prison religious training as well as Bible studies and worship services
• Local coordinator for Project Angel Tree, a program providing Christmas gifts to the children of incarcerated parents
• Lay minister Local Church - Connecticut

Education

^· Course work toward business degree, University of New Haven

^· Graduate, High School, Massachusetts