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Christy Morris

Lexington

Summary

Nonprofit leader with a successful history at Fayette Eating Education and Delivery, enhancing services for over 200 children. Skilled in fundraising and strategic planning, with a focus on community engagement and effective governance. Dedicated to promoting equity in education and improving access to essential services.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Founder & Treasurer

Fayette Eating Education and Delivery (FEED)
Lexington
06.2016 - 11.2024
  • Co-founded a nonprofit to address food insecurity among Fayette County Public School families.
  • Expanded service from 30 to over 200 children across multiple schools.
  • Built partnerships with businesses and city government to expand programs.
  • Secured ongoing funding through grants, partnerships, and private donations.
  • Maintained Platinum rating from GuideStar for transparency and accountability.
  • Handled financial reporting, bookkeeping, and website management.

Elected Member, Fayette County School Board

Fayette County Public Schools
Lexington
11.2019 - 11.2022
  • Elected twice to advocate for over 40,000 students in District 1.
  • Led strategic planning and policy development overseeing $800M+ budget.
  • Secured funding for state-of-the-art CTE school, consolidating programs and enhancing adaptability.
  • Championed educational equity while maintaining critical services during pandemic.
  • Participated in equity, auditing, and finance committees to drive effective governance.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders and legislators to secure additional funding for equitable education.
  • Expanded preschool access through strategic planning initiatives addressing community needs.
  • Established permanent funding mechanism for renovations and new construction to accommodate growth.

Patient Financial Services Manager

University of Kentucky Hospital
Lexington
09.2008 - 09.2011
  • Managed the daily operations of Patient Financial Services, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
  • Directed financial assistance initiatives and enhanced collections reporting processes.
  • Simplified patient financial screening, facilitating improved access to care.
  • Maintained accurate records for patient account transactions, including payments, adjustments, refunds, denials and bad debt write-offs.
  • Created monthly financial reports to track key performance metrics such as revenue cycle productivity and collection rates.
  • Coordinated efforts between internal and external teams responsible for implementing changes related to patient financial services systems, or software applications.
  • Conducted audits to ensure the accuracy of patient accounts, including charges and payments, in collaboration with the contract compliance department.
  • Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Created financial management mechanisms to minimize financial risk to business.
  • Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
  • Provided training sessions for staff members on proper documentation requirements for medical records.

Director of E-Commerce

The Castle
Lexington
03.2008 - 09.2008
  • Oversaw successful launch of e-commerce platform, generating over $20,000 in sales.
  • Managed vendor contracts and online inventory to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Directed customer service operations to enhance user experience.

Insurance Agent (Property, Casualty, Life & Health)

State Farm Insurance
Lexington
03.2006 - 03.2008
  • Facilitated client evaluations and promoted insurance and financial solutions.
  • Created and managed a comprehensive bookkeeping system.
  • Performed detailed inspection of new business and provided documentation to verify underwriting compliance.
  • Operated as a specialist in banking, and life and health insurance.

Assistant Manager

The Castle
Lexington
10.2001 - 03.2006
  • Oversaw payroll, scheduling, training, deposits, bookkeeping, and financial reporting.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting and Finance

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05-2025

Master of Business Administration - Accounting And Finance

Morehead State University
Morehead, KY

Skills

  • Nonprofit management
  • Fundraising and grant writing
  • Strategic planning
  • Governance and compliance
  • Budget oversight and financial reporting
  • Community engagement
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • QuickBooks expertise
  • Website and e-commerce management
  • Grant writing
  • Legal compliance
  • Financial analysis
  • Data analysis
  • Regulatory compliance

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Elected Member, Fayette County School Board

Fayette County Public Schools
11.2019 - 11.2022

Co-Founder & Treasurer

Fayette Eating Education and Delivery (FEED)
06.2016 - 11.2024

Patient Financial Services Manager

University of Kentucky Hospital
09.2008 - 09.2011

Director of E-Commerce

The Castle
03.2008 - 09.2008

Insurance Agent (Property, Casualty, Life & Health)

State Farm Insurance
03.2006 - 03.2008

Assistant Manager

The Castle
10.2001 - 03.2006

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting and Finance

University of Kentucky

Master of Business Administration - Accounting And Finance

Morehead State University

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