Deanna A. Mims

Deanna A. Mims

Tallahassee Metropolitan Area
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    Tallahassee, Florida, United States

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    Leon County, Florida, United States

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    Tallahassee, Florida Area

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Licenses & Certifications

Volunteer Experience

  • Supporting Member, Membership Committee

    United Partners for Human Services

    - Present 8 years 8 months

    Social Services

    United Partners for Human Services (UPHS) is a coalition of human service providers and supporting partners working together to improve the delivery of human services in the Big Bend. Membership driven, UPHS is committed to providing a unified voice for human service agencies in our community. We are rapidly expanding with a membership base consisting of over 70 agencies, associations, and companies. Our members meet several times each year in a variety of formats, to discuss important issues…

    United Partners for Human Services (UPHS) is a coalition of human service providers and supporting partners working together to improve the delivery of human services in the Big Bend. Membership driven, UPHS is committed to providing a unified voice for human service agencies in our community. We are rapidly expanding with a membership base consisting of over 70 agencies, associations, and companies. Our members meet several times each year in a variety of formats, to discuss important issues facing not-for-profits and human service providers. UPHS members are proud of our strong collegial relationships and are committed to maintaining that atmosphere.

  • Board Advisor - Marketing, PR

    Graceful Solutions, Inc.

    - Present 7 years 3 months

    Economic Empowerment

    Graceful Solutions is engaged in the business of enhancing communities. Solutions for enhanced communities take many forms and we offer a diverse array of services.

    · Neighborhood Program Development and Implementation
    In partnership with revitalization efforts led by neighborhood leaders and other stakeholders we work to develop customized programs that will make a difference and be sustainable.

    · Real Estate Development
    Graceful Solutions has the talent and experience to…

    Graceful Solutions is engaged in the business of enhancing communities. Solutions for enhanced communities take many forms and we offer a diverse array of services.

    · Neighborhood Program Development and Implementation
    In partnership with revitalization efforts led by neighborhood leaders and other stakeholders we work to develop customized programs that will make a difference and be sustainable.

    · Real Estate Development
    Graceful Solutions has the talent and experience to work in all phases of real estate development with a focus on affordable, green, energy efficient, accessible housing.

    · Land Trust Management
    Land Trusts are a vital tool to preserve and support the development of affordable housing and we have experience in the management of trusts on behalf of local governments or other entities interested in supporting affordable housing.

    · Consulting
    We work with other mission driven, social impact organizations to help them increase their effectiveness and strengthen their organization. We provide support for boards and senior staff, executive transition services and executive coaching. Graceful Solutions provides technical assistance in a number of areas and a variety of training programs that will improve the nonprofit sector. We develop custom training for organizations when their needs require a unique approach.

  • Board Member, Marketing Committee

    Southern Shakespeare Company, Shakespeare in Our Schools

    - 1 year 1 month

    Arts and Culture

    Southern Shakespeare Company, making Shakespeare accessible and fun, cultivates an appreciation of the arts through educational programs, training, and an annual free Shakespeare in the Park Festival.

    In 1995 Southern Shakespeare Festival began as a touring company which toured local theaters, high schools, and community art centers. After Southern Shakespeare Festival’s first year, in conjunction with FSU’s School of Theater Dean, Richard Fallon, SSF established a home at Kleman Plaza…

    Southern Shakespeare Company, making Shakespeare accessible and fun, cultivates an appreciation of the arts through educational programs, training, and an annual free Shakespeare in the Park Festival.

    In 1995 Southern Shakespeare Festival began as a touring company which toured local theaters, high schools, and community art centers. After Southern Shakespeare Festival’s first year, in conjunction with FSU’s School of Theater Dean, Richard Fallon, SSF established a home at Kleman Plaza in Tallahassee, Florida with a free Shakespeare festival in the park. Productions have included A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Taming of the Shrew, As You Like It, Merry Wives of Windsor and The Tempest.

    Currently under the leadership of Executive Director Laura W. Johnson, Southern Shakespeare Festival brings bold and exciting Shakespeare productions to its home at the Capital City Amphitheater in Cascades Park, inviting thousands of folks, from all around the region, to enjoy free Shakespeare in the park.

  • Board Member, Marketing, PR, Design

    Connect Tallahassee, The Enlightened Link

    - 1 year 1 month

    Health

    The Enlightened Link is a non-profit trade association dedicated to bringing together individuals, businesses and resources in a forum to promote awareness of the mind, body and spirit connection. Connect Tallahassee is that forum.

  • Owner

    TEN - Tallahassee Entrepreneurs Network

    - Present 15 years 7 months

    Education

    Tallahassee Entrepreneurs Network is a dynamic every-other-month entrepreneurship workshop. Its goals are to facilitate collaboration and relationship building, provide opportunities to hone networking skills, and to empower participants with practical business knowledge. TEN began in 2009 and was the brain child of local business owner and life coach, Elizabeth Barbour – The Inspired Entrepreneur, and MarketDone President – Deanna Mims. Part of their vision was to create an event, similar to…

    Tallahassee Entrepreneurs Network is a dynamic every-other-month entrepreneurship workshop. Its goals are to facilitate collaboration and relationship building, provide opportunities to hone networking skills, and to empower participants with practical business knowledge. TEN began in 2009 and was the brain child of local business owner and life coach, Elizabeth Barbour – The Inspired Entrepreneur, and MarketDone President – Deanna Mims. Part of their vision was to create an event, similar to Toastmasters, that would provide participants with a safe and supportive environment, that would allow them to have fun, and learn to see through new “networking eyes.”
    https://marketdone.com/ten

  • Women's Leadership Council

    Big Bend Minority Chamber, Tallahassee

    - 2 years 1 month

    Economic Empowerment

    http://mybbmc.org/ Minority Business Chamber of Commerce serving the Big Bend area

    The Big Bend Minority Chamber of Commerce (BBMC) is a regional organization proudly serving Leon, Gadsden, Franklin, Jefferson and Wakulla counties as the gateway to opportunity for business growth and development. Our grassroots approach to effective networking, relationship building, training and support works to fill a much needed void that currently exist in our North Florida region.

  • Program Chair

    American Advertising Federation, Tallahassee

    - 1 year 3 months

    Economic Empowerment

    Public Relations

Projects

  • AboutTally - Where Tallahassee Connects

    - Present

    FREE online point of connection for families, business, nonprofits, residents, visitors - inclusive event calendar, free small business and non profit directory listing, articles, interviews, a new homeschooling resource section, items of interest and a meeting planners dream of restaurants and other places with meeting space!

    All Dynamic and highly indexed by all search engines
    Free business directory listings for small and medium sized businesses
    A dynamic and FREE advertising…

    FREE online point of connection for families, business, nonprofits, residents, visitors - inclusive event calendar, free small business and non profit directory listing, articles, interviews, a new homeschooling resource section, items of interest and a meeting planners dream of restaurants and other places with meeting space!

    All Dynamic and highly indexed by all search engines
    Free business directory listings for small and medium sized businesses
    A dynamic and FREE advertising platform

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  • AboutTally

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    AboutTally is YOUR premier, easy-to-use, information-rich pinboard-style calendar and business listing directory launching March 18, 2019. We envision this being a unique and comprehensive event site to find out what’s going on, to long-range plan and to schedule your own events and offer residents and visitors a deeper look into what’s going on AboutTally.

    From the business side, you’ll be able to highlight your business, strengthen your engagement with associations, be matched with…

    AboutTally is YOUR premier, easy-to-use, information-rich pinboard-style calendar and business listing directory launching March 18, 2019. We envision this being a unique and comprehensive event site to find out what’s going on, to long-range plan and to schedule your own events and offer residents and visitors a deeper look into what’s going on AboutTally.

    From the business side, you’ll be able to highlight your business, strengthen your engagement with associations, be matched with potential collaborators, find out daily specials, easily find resources, service and product providers…and have fun while checking it out!

    With your help, it will quickly become a community asset, featuring a unique blend of articles, interviews, strategic introductions, weather, horoscopes, daily deals, area features lifestyle and special features and more!

    Why be a part of it?

    Easy to use, saves time
    Clear and comprehensive
    Accurate and diverse
    Source for short-and-long term planning
    Outlines entertainment for all ages and participants
    Develop your brand, expand your reach, gain visibility, connect with potential customers and drive revenues
    Promote your event, Schedule your event around others
    Build a network
    Enhance your professional skills and knowledge

    Who is it for?
    Local businesses that do not have a website needing an online presence
    Small and medium-sized businesses
    Entrepreneurs
    Associations, both trade and social impact
    Visitors
    Residents
    Anyone who wants to know what entertainment, education, business resources, and hidden gems are available in our area
    Movers and shakers
    Event planners
    Fun seekers

    See project

  • E2E Connect, learn - connect - share

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    e2e Connect - Entrepreneur to Entrepreneur - a resource for entrepreneurs to learn, share and connect. Our goal is to make it easier for start-up companies to find and connect with vital resources and contacts. That’s it. No hidden agendas. We’ve been there – we were helped – we get it.

    In that spirit, e2e Connect will debut with a not-your-daddy’s award ceremony, spotlighting outstanding local entrepreneurs, as well as our community leaders and supporters in celebration of the spirit of…

    e2e Connect - Entrepreneur to Entrepreneur - a resource for entrepreneurs to learn, share and connect. Our goal is to make it easier for start-up companies to find and connect with vital resources and contacts. That’s it. No hidden agendas. We’ve been there – we were helped – we get it.

    In that spirit, e2e Connect will debut with a not-your-daddy’s award ceremony, spotlighting outstanding local entrepreneurs, as well as our community leaders and supporters in celebration of the spirit of entrepreneurship.

    See project

  • Tallahassee Innovation Florida - Crash Course - Presented by GAIN for Startup Quest

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    A customized, result oriented, hands-on 4-hour workshop for Tallahassee StartUp Quest graduates to provide information and advice needed to take their business idea forward.

    GAIN was the first, and is the oldest, organization in the North Central Florida area focused on the innovation economy. Since 1985, GAIN has been known for its monthly luncheons that allowed hundreds of local tech entrepreneurs to present their business to the Gainesville area business community. Today, GAIN is the…

    A customized, result oriented, hands-on 4-hour workshop for Tallahassee StartUp Quest graduates to provide information and advice needed to take their business idea forward.

    GAIN was the first, and is the oldest, organization in the North Central Florida area focused on the innovation economy. Since 1985, GAIN has been known for its monthly luncheons that allowed hundreds of local tech entrepreneurs to present their business to the Gainesville area business community. Today, GAIN is the grassroots entrepreneur support organization and works as a complement to other organizations that are fueling the innovation economy in Florida.

    Other creators
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Honors & Awards

  • Finalist, Women on Fire, Women Who Mean Business, Tallahassee Woman Magazine

    Tallahassee Woman Magazine

    The WWMB awards recognizes selected inspiring and influential businesswomen in our community who have been nominated for consideration. Winners are determined by an independent evaluation panel consisting of members of the Tallahassee business community. A portion of the net proceeds from the event will be contributed to a scholarship fund for an eligible woman in our community who is pursuing a business or similar degree in college.

  • one of 2011's "25 Women You Need to Know"

    Tallahassee Democrat

Organizations

  • WPN (Women's Prosperity Network, Tallahassee)

    Ambassador

    - Present

    www.wpntallahassee.com. Women’s Prosperity Network was founded in 2008 by three sisters, Nancy Matthews, Trish Carr & Susan Wiener, with the intention of creating a new type of networking for women. Women networking within a framework of a continuing community of support, education and advancement in their personal and professional lives. Through our online and offline resources and our signature mastermind formula, “Brilliance, Brainstorming & Breakthroughs” women come together in the…

    www.wpntallahassee.com. Women’s Prosperity Network was founded in 2008 by three sisters, Nancy Matthews, Trish Carr & Susan Wiener, with the intention of creating a new type of networking for women. Women networking within a framework of a continuing community of support, education and advancement in their personal and professional lives. Through our online and offline resources and our signature mastermind formula, “Brilliance, Brainstorming & Breakthroughs” women come together in the spirit of collaboration and coop-etition, with a commitment to excellence and sharing their gifts and talents. The success of Women's Prosperity Network is directly related to the success of our members.

  • ASTD (American Society of Training and Development)

    VP of Communication

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  • Club 25

    Class of 2011 - Liaison

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    Club 25 - made up of honorees from the Tallahassee Democrat's "25 Women You Need to Know" and donate resources, time, and expertise to our community.

  • BBMC Big Bend Minority Chamber of Commerce

    member, Women's Leadership Council

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    We were created to stimulate change, effectuate growth and bring awareness to minority owned and operated businesses throughout Leon, Gadsden, Franklin, Jefferson and Wakulla counties. Our mission is to create and promote a climate in which minority and women-owned businesses can operate in a productive and profitable manner and to stimulate grassroot economic growth and development within the North Florida region we serve. We are committed to our initiatives and welcome the opportunity to…

    We were created to stimulate change, effectuate growth and bring awareness to minority owned and operated businesses throughout Leon, Gadsden, Franklin, Jefferson and Wakulla counties. Our mission is to create and promote a climate in which minority and women-owned businesses can operate in a productive and profitable manner and to stimulate grassroot economic growth and development within the North Florida region we serve. We are committed to our initiatives and welcome the opportunity to work for you. Please take this opportunity to learn more about the BBMC, our programs and our membership benefits.

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