Kim McCormick
Willow Springs
Summary
Accomplished Executive Director recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operations with superior organizational and communication skills.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce
Willow Springs, MO
01.2022 - Current
- Serve as the sole employee and chief administrator responsible for all daily operations of the Chamber of Commerce.
- Increased Chamber membership from 62 members in 2022 to 115 members in 2026.
- Developed and implemented membership recruitment and retention strategies.
- Created and launched the Chamber Ambassador Program to increase member engagement and business outreach.
- Maintain all Chamber records, membership databases, financial reports, and organizational documentation.
- Track budgets, financial performance, membership statistics, and operational metrics.
- Work closely with the City of Willow Springs on community initiatives, events, and economic development projects.
- Coordinate ribbon cuttings and business recognition events for new and expanding businesses.
- Organize and facilitate monthly Chamber membership meetings featuring community and business leaders.
- Produce a monthly membership newsletter including member spotlight features and community updates.
- Plan, coordinate, market, and oversee numerous annual community events including: Annual Awards Banquet; Bear-Iy Spring Festival; Music on Main Street Concert Series; Fourth of July Parade; Patriotic Show & Community Picnic; I Ran From the Cops 5K Fundraiser; Bear City Fall Festival; Downtown Trunk or Treat; Veterans Day Parade; Pancakes with Santa; Christmas Lighted Parade
- Created the I Ran From the Cops 5K community fundraiser.
- Established the Veterans Day Parade.
- Created the Fourth of July Community Picnic.
- Developed Music on Main Street community entertainment series.
- Created and promoted Shop Local Month, including proclamation and community contest.
- Helped establish the Community Christmas Lighting initiative.
- Increased Bear City Fall Festival participation from approximately 75 vendors to 130 vendors.
Data Entry Specialist
Tyrone Fire Department
Tyrone, MO
01.2020 - 2024
- Compile and submit fire incident data to the Federal NFIRS reporting system.
- Generate annual department statistics and reporting information.
Secretary
Willow Springs Fire Department
Willow Springs, MO
2014 - 2024
- Record and manage fire incident reports and submit monthly reports to the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS).
- Prepare and submit monthly payroll.
- Maintain personnel records and department documentation.
- Prepare reports for insurance agencies, municipal entities, and state agencies.
- Developed updated incident, personnel, and injury reporting forms.
- Organized the annual MDA Fill the Boot campaign, resulting in record fundraising success.
Accounting Assistant
Ed Baker CPA
Centralia, WA
01.1990 - 01.1993
- Managed bookkeeping functions, payroll, banking reconciliation, and disbursements.
- Assisted clients with accounting and financial recordkeeping.
- Provided customer service and administrative support.
Store Manager
House of Fabrics
Chehalis, WA
01.1985 - 01.1990
- Managed retail operations, inventory, employee scheduling, and customer service.
- Hired, trained, and supervised staff.
- Managed daily deposits and store operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science, Marriage & Family Counseling
Washington State University
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Centralia College
Skills
- Executive Leadership
- Nonprofit Management
- Event Planning
- Membership Recruitment
- Membership Retention
- Public Relations & Marketing
- Volunteer Coordination
- Budget Development
- Program Development
- Public Speaking
- Committee Leadership
- Government Relations
- Community Relations
- Newsletter & Content Creation
- Customer Service
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP & CIVIC INVOLVEMENT
President - Willow Springs Arts Council; President Nominee - Willow Springs Rotary Club; Secretary - Willow Springs Rural Fire Board (2024 - 2025); Member - Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC), City of Willow Springs; Member - Bear Council, Willow Springs School District; Planning Committee Member - Hannah Harper Day; Founder & Committee Chair - Willow Springs Community Welcome Sign Project; Founder & Committee Chair - Community Christmas Tree Fundraising Initiative
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
Executive leadership of a growing Chamber of Commerce. Proven record of membership growth and community engagement. Extensive experience coordinating large-scale public events and volunteer teams. Strong relationships with local government, business leaders, nonprofit organizations, and community stakeholders. Experienced in budgeting, reporting, marketing, communications, and organizational management.
Timeline
Executive Director
Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce
01.2022 - Current
Data Entry Specialist
Tyrone Fire Department
01.2020 - 2024
Accounting Assistant
Ed Baker CPA
01.1990 - 01.1993
Store Manager
House of Fabrics
01.1985 - 01.1990
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Centralia College
Secretary
Willow Springs Fire Department
2014 - 2024
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science, Marriage & Family Counseling
Washington State University