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CUC T. VU
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
STRATEGIST | THOUGHT LEADER | MANAGER | INNOVATOR
20-YEAR LEADERSHIP CAREER PROVIDING VISION, STRATEGY, AND OPERATIONAL EXECUTION TO
NONPROFIT AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS WITH DIVERSE MISSIONS & GOALS
Results-driven visionary with a stellar record of success developing and operationalizing strategies and programs that engage and
unite diverse missions and organizations. Skilled at creating a compelling vision, communicating a call to action, and building high-
performing teams enthusiastic about achieving organization objectives. Recognized community leader and public speaker with
expertise in topics on leadership, women’s equality, the state of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, & Transgender (LGBT) equality, and
immigrant civic engagement. Established network of contacts with local and national constituent groups including boards,
committees, government, nonprofit organizations, and industry-leading corporations. Analytical, collaborative, and success-oriented.
MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP QUALIFICATIONS
Strategic Planning & Partnerships
Inspirational Leadership
Cultural Transformation
Program Development
Leadership & Resource Development
Fundraising | Development
Financial Management
Board Relations & Engagement
Community Outreach
Change Management
Public Policy & Administration
Human Resources Affairs
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Developed a 5-year plan with the first-of-its kind diversity and inclusion (D&I) goals for 200 Board members of
the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), overcoming resistance, and gaining acceptance, commitment, and accountability.
Led the first-time local engagement and partnership with 30 companies and 18 service organizations by developing
a service strategy aligned to Martin Luther King (MLK) Day of Service—shifting the perspective of HRC in the community.
Transformed the organizational culture of the HRC from a task-oriented model—to one that incorporates diversity and
inclusion as leadership behaviors in the workplace—utilizing four key competencies.
Co-Founded 2 nonprofit organizations that have risen to national prominence—Mi Familia Vota and Mi Familia
Vota Education Fund, advancing civic participation in Latino immigrant communities. Honored with the Keepers of the
American Dream Award in 2009.
Collaborated with leading national and local immigrant rights groups to create the first-ever national immigrant
rights coalition—positioning the SEIU as the leading immigrant rights union, and earning recognition from The Washington Post.
EXECUTIVE EXPERIENCE
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(HRC) 2007—2013
Member of the senior management team leading the strategic vision, planning, and implementation of D&I initiatives to fulfill
stated objectives for HRC. Led outreach with key stakeholders, partnering organizations, and communities across the U.S.
Assembled and selected committees for leadership programs and initiatives. Built and maintained broad networks across
sectors—nonprofit, corporate, union, and ethnic media—and leveraged relationships with diverse groups to advance HRC
mission. Acted as company D&I representative and speaker. Led a cross-functional team and managed $750k budget.
Conceived and executed Equality Leaders for the 21
st
Century—a leadership development program tailored to
diversify HRC’s Board of Directors and volunteer corps—achieving a 30% success rate for 6 consecutive years.
Expanded the Equality Leaders program to include development of HRC’s volunteer community of men,
following a funding award and request from Board to expand the women’s program.
Recruited, selected, and convened a volunteer-based D&I Council that comprised a variety of corporate and non-
profit sector leaders across the U.S., developing a 5-year strategic plan that engaged and incorporated council feedback.
Executed a new program that incorporated D&I as leadership behaviors and practices in volunteer community—
guiding, training, and motivating 600 volunteer leaders across 30 communities within 1 year.
Partnered with National Association of Latino Elected Officials in the development of citizenship workshops in 17
cities, mobilizing volunteers under a civic engagement campaign
that helped thousands become U.S. citizens.