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Jimmy Gibbs
PO Box 553, Garner NC 27529
919-971-2760 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
www.jimmygibbs.com
RN, NP, MS, MA, M.Div, D.Min
Professional Summary
Jimmy Gibbs is a dynamic and accomplished leader with extensive experience in governance, strategic planning, and organizational oversight. He has been recognized for delivering impactful decisions that drive sustainable value across diverse sectors. Jimmy excels in fostering collaboration, building consensus, and guiding organizations through complex challenges. His board-level expertise enables him to effectively advance the mission and objectives of forward-thinking organizations.
Core Competencies
- Strategic Planning: Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive strategies that are closely aligned with both organizational objectives and the interests of key stakeholders. Effectively translates vision into actionable plans that drive measurable results.
- Financial Acumen: Possesses strong skills in financial analysis, budgeting, and fiscal management, with a proven ability to make informed investment decisions. Ensures sound financial practices are maintained to support organizational sustainability and growth.
- Corporate Governance: Has a thorough understanding of governance frameworks and board operations, ensuring the organization adheres to regulatory compliance. Effectively oversees governance processes to support accountability and transparency.
- Leadership: An exceptional communicator who excels at motivating and unifying diverse teams. Consistently leads by example and inspires collaboration to achieve common goals.
Leadership, Governance, and Advisory Experience
- Chair, Durham Civic Center Authority: Led strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement and operational effectiveness.
- Co-Chair, Duke Health Patient and Family Advisory Board: Guided patient-centered policy development and advocacy.
- Chair Emeritus, ACRA Durham: Provided visionary leadership and continuity for organizational growth.
Health & Research
- UNC Community Advisory Board
- Inter-CFAR Faith and Spirituality Working Group
- National CFAR Community Advisory Board
- HANC Legacy Working Group
- Duke HIV Research Collaborative
- UNC CUE Research Advisory Board
- HANC Covid Task Force
- Catawba Clergy Cohort
Arts, Media & Civic Engagement
- Durham Symphony Board
- Durham Art Guild Board
- Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle
- Radio, Television Digital News Association
- National Association of Black Journalists
- The Association of Black Journalists
- The Association of LGBTQIA Journalists
Community & Advocacy
- International Ministerial Alliance of Durham
- Planned Parenthood, Charter Board Member
- Eastern North Carolina Association, Southern Conference, United Church of Christ
- Southern Conference, United Church of Christ
- United Church of Christ National Board
- National Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
- Self Help Credit Union Advisory Board
Additional Information
- Available for board service and advisory roles in organizations seeking experienced, mission-driven leadership.
- References and further details available upon request.
Jimmy Gibbs at the Southern Conference of the United Church of Christ 2023 General Synod where he was elected to the National UCC Board
Jimmy Gibbs presenting on the History of Community Engagement at a conference in Atlanta
Immediately following Jimmy Gibbs' election to the National United Church of Christ Board
Dr. Kay Redfield Jamison, an American clinical psychologist and writer. Her work has centered on bipolar disorder, which she has had since her early adulthood.
Rose Kurland, the Co-Founder of the National DBSA Organization
Rev. Jimmy Gibbs (chaplain with the Raleigh Police Department and member of our LGBT+ community) – joined by Lt. Jonathan Layman – returned to throw out the first pitch. More on Facebook.