KATHRYN E. SINBACK
Nashville
Summary
Experienced executive with a proven track record of leading organizations to success. Known for a bold and intuitive leadership style, prioritizing transparency and ethical decision-making. Innovative problem-solving skills consistently drive positive outcomes. Successfully manage teams, optimizing operational efficiency and fostering collaborative environments. Dedication to excellence demonstrated throughout career.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director
American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility while promoting organizational growth.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms while adhering to budgetary constraints.
- Represented organization to public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion.
- Strengthened internal communication channels to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and decisionmaking.
- Built and maintained strong company teams by hiring and training qualified staff to create positive and productive work environments.
- Aligned department vision, goals, and objectives with organizational strategy to achieve consistently high results.
- Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
- Presented regularly at public events showcasing the accomplishments of the organization.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
Juvenile Court Administrator
Davidson County Juvenile Court
10.2014 - 09.2022
- Oversaw programs and operations of the Davidson County Juvenile Court
- Managed a staff of 120 located in two main facilities and multiple satellite locations
- Effectively administered an annual budget of approximately $14 million
- Dramatically increased the number and quality of services provided to children and families without requiring a corresponding increase in funding
- Represented the Juvenile Court in community projects and initiatives
- Coordinated public information, outreach, and media f
- Conducted training at the local, state, and national level
- Secured grants to obtain technical assistance in order to implement national best practices
- Managed daily operations of court for smooth functioning and adherence to legal standards.
- Developed policies and procedures for enhancing judicial efficiency and service delivery.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff to promote understanding of new judicial procedures.
- Oversaw budget allocations for court operations, ensuring optimal use of resources.
- Developed community outreach programs to educate the public on court services and processes.
- Managed high-profile cases with discretion, maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
- Enhanced public trust by promoting fair and impartial judicial processes.
- Developed strong relationships with judges, attorneys, and law enforcement agencies to foster a collaborative working environment.
- Enhanced staff performance through ongoing professional development opportunities and targeted training initiatives.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
Assistant Metropolitan Attorney
Metropolitan Department of Law
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Served as senior legal advisor to various Metropolitan Government departments, including the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department and Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
- Drafted and facilitated legislation on behalf of Metropolitan Government departments
- Met with legislators and testified before the General Assembly
- Drafted state law requiring thorough background checks of contractors and vendors who perform work at schools when children are present to better identify perpetrators of child sexual abuse
- Met with legislators in support of the bill, which passed unanimously and was adopted as 2014 Public Chapter No
- 844
- Senior Team Leader - Client Advice (2008-2011, 2012-2014)
- Senior Team Leader - State Circuit Court Litigation (2011-2012)
- Managed team of attorneys representing the Metropolitan Government in civil litigation matters
- Represented the Metropolitan Government before the Tennessee Court of Appeals
- Drafted legal documents with precision to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing expert legal advice and personalized support.
- Conducted thorough legal research for successful case preparation and strategy development.
- Improved case outcomes by collaborating with legal teams and external experts.
- Analyzed complex legal issues, providing strategic counsel to mitigate risks.
- Negotiated settlements to resolve disputes efficiently and effectively.
- Collaborated with clients to identify legal needs and tailor services for their unique situations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin05.1994
Master of Public Service Management -
Cumberland University
Lebanon, Tennessee05.2022
Juris Doctor -
University of North Carolina College of Law
Chapel Hill, North Carolina05.1997
Skills
- Transition Management Expertise
- Strategic Issue Resolution
- Innovative Policy Implementation
- Expertise in Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building and Collaboration
License
Licensed to practice law, Tennessee, Supreme Court of Tennessee, 11/01/97 to present
Professional Organizations
- Ad Hoc Blue Ribbon Task Force on Juvenile Justice, Member, 2017
- Tennessee Joint Task Force on Children's Justice and Child Sexual Abuse, Court Improvement Committee Chairperson, 01/01/19 to present
- Alignment Nashville Action Team on Student Discipline, Co-Chairperson, 01/01/19 to present
- Community Mental Health and Systems Improvement Team, Metropolitan Health Department, Co-Chairperson of the Early Intervention Committee, 01/01/19 to present
- Interstate Compact on Juveniles State Council, Member, 01/01/16 to present
- PASSAGE committee, Member, 01/01/14 to 12/31/19
- Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Juvenile Justice Chairperson, 01/01/04 to 12/31/06
- Tennessee Bridges Reentry Program, Steering Committee Member, 2004
- DISMAS House, President of the Board of Directors, 01/01/01 to 12/31/03
Presentations and Awards
- Murder to Mercy: The Cyntoia Brown Story, Film, 2020
- Transformation of Youth Justice Symposium and Training Institutes, 09/10/21
- Founder's Award from End Slavery Tennessee, 10/22/19
- NewsChannel 5 (WTVF) Broken series, 11/01/19
- AOC Juvenile Court Core Curriculum training, 12/03/18
- Tennessee School Boards Association Summer Law Institutes, 06/21/18
- Tennessee School Boards Association Summer Law Institutes, 07/20/18
- 7th Annual FASD Matters Conference: The Brain, 11/07/18
- Juvenile Justice Reform Act, Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth Children's Advocacy Days, 03/13/18
- Criminal Justice in Tennessee: A Panel Discussion, 03/14/18
- Me Facing Life: Cyntoia's Story, Film, 2011
- Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Seminar, 2005
- Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Legislative Update Seminar, 2005
- Annual training on Juvenile Court issues, 01/01/14 to 01/01/22
- Regularly speaks at area universities on issues of juvenile justice, 01/01/14 to present
Certification
Licensed to practice law in the State of Tennessee since 1997
Professional Organizations, Committees, and Awards
- Served on the Ad Hoc Blue Ribbon Task Force on Juvenile Justice by appointment of Speaker Beth Harwell, Tennessee General Assembly (2017).
- Court Improvement Committee Chairperson, Tennessee Joint Task Force on Children’s Justice and Child Sexual Abuse (2019 to 2022).
- Co-Chairperson of the Alignment Nashville Action Team on Student Discipline (2019 to 2022).
- Co-Chairperson of the Early Intervention Committee, Community Mental Health and Systems Improvement Team, Metropolitan Health Department (2019 to 2022).
- Member of the Interstate Compact on Juveniles State Council (2016 to 2022).
- Member of PASSAGE committee to reform student discipline in Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (2014-2019).
- Juvenile Justice Chairperson of Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (2004-2006).
- Member of the Steering Committee of Tennessee Bridges Reentry Program (2004).
- President of the Board of Directors of DISMAS House (2001-2003).
Timeline
Executive Director
American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee
09.2022 - 12.2024
Juvenile Court Administrator
Davidson County Juvenile Court
10.2014 - 09.2022
Assistant Metropolitan Attorney
Metropolitan Department of Law
01.2006 - 01.2014
Master of Public Service Management -
Cumberland University
Juris Doctor -
University of North Carolina College of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Wisconsin-Madison
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