Cecilia Foxworthy

Co-founder & CEO. Torus Teens.

January 2016 - present

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Torus is a social enterprise that connects urban teens with life-changing opportunities outside of the classroom.

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We aggregate every free and low-cost afterschool and summer program so teens can explore their interests, build skills, and expand their networks outside of formal schooling. We're harnessing the power of resources that already exist to get more teens the exposure and support they need to become thoughtful and productive adults.

https://torusteens.com

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Founder & CEO. Small Fry.

​January 2014 - January 2016

 

Small Fry is a social enterprise that creates economic opportunity for young people and small businesses in under resourced urban communities.

We created a virtual apprenticeship program and online marketplace that matches the digital skills of low-income youth with the marketing needs of local small businesses. Youth gain relevant skills, build portfolios, and earn income while being exposed to multiple business functions and industries. Small businesses get access to affordable online marketing assistance to gain new customers and remain in business. www.wearesmallfry.com

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Change Management Consultant. AHA Bolivia.

​September 2010 - August 2014

 

AHA Bolivia is an ethical manufacturer of high quality alpaca and cotton knitwear based in Bolivia; employing over 150 traditional artisans and exporting to the U.S., Europe, and Asia.

Facilitated design-thinking workshops with staff and home-worker artisans to uncover areas of internal cultural breakdowns as well as pain points along the production chain. Guided teams in ideation to address challenges and coached the company throughout the systems-change implementation phase.

Engaged in business development to expand export partnerships, including creation of digital content. Managed artisan projects with new clients, guiding them through unfamiliar territory.

 

 

Operations Manager. Global Poverty Project.

​October 2012 - March 2014

 

GPP is a platform that works to raise awareness of and create learning opportunities for the plight of those living in extreme poverty.

Organized financial and human resources to facilitate the growth of the organization. Managed financial reporting.

 

 

Director of Programs. Women's Venture Fund.

​June 2013 - September 2013

 

Women's Ventures Fund provides small loans and business coaching to women-owned businesses in the Tristate area.

 

Engaged in strategic planning for the organization and built a plan for growth. Authored business planning curriculum and coached NYC-based women entrepreneurs in business growth tactics.

 

 

Business Process Consultant. Proyecto Horizonte.

​January 2011 - March 2012

 

Proyecto Horizonte is a community development initiative in Bolivia that takes a holistic approach to development by providing the community with a 600-child school, day care center, medical center, and micro enterprise incubator.

Engaged in process mapping via ethnographic research, interviews, and review of historical documentation; made recommendations for organization structural redesign. Authored manuals and trained staff on online marketing procedures.

 

 

Director of Operations & Marketing. Global Goods Partners.

​January 2008 - July 2010

 

GGP is a fair trade organization working with social enterprises in over 20 countries around the world to bring their handmade products to markets in the U.S.

Engaged in organizational strategic planning to position GGP for growth and increased impact. Created systems to effectively communicate with clients, manage procurement and sales channels, and capture financial performance. Evaluated and on-boarded new social enterprise partners to diversify product range and create a stronger and more consistent partner portfolio. Coached global social enterprise partners to deal with unfamiliar export, communications, design and quality practices.  Managed a wide variety of projects including building a CMS-based website, content creation, purchasing plans, financial management, and partner interface.

 

 

Assistant Designer. Saramax Apparel Group.

​June 2006 - January 2008

 

SaraMax is a design and production facilitation company specializing in intimate apparel and sleepwear.

Participated in cross-department team to evaluate and implement a business-wide communication and work flow operating system. Planned and implemented hundreds of design projects including project management, team motivation, design, quality control, and interface with clients.

 

 

Assistant Designer. Carole Hochman Design Group.

​January 2004 - January 2006

 

Carole Hochman Design Group specializes in sleepwear and intimate apparel design.

 

Managed and allocated tasks to a diverse and cross-functional team of 9; increased productivity through communication mediation and creation of a team environment.