Cindy Butler

Director, Women's Business Center at Community Business Partnership

Cindy Butler is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in business plan creation, management in global environments, business acumen, relationship building, value creation, and marketing and communications for diverse stakeholders.

She has a Master's degree in International Business from Seattle University and a B.A. in English and pre-Law from the University of Maryland. She also studied at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School.

Throughout her career, Cindy has held notable positions such as Director of the Women's Business Center at Community Business Partnership, Executive Director at Unmarried Equality, and Director of Programs and Special Projects at the Council of Ethical Organizations.

With a rich history working at organizations like PATH, The Village Net, and SCORE Seattle Chapter, Cindy has honed her skills in business analysis, communications, and strategy consulting.

She has been involved in various initiatives, including re-launching programs for small business owners, co-founding international non-profits to empower women in developing countries, and supporting microenterprises through grant writing and securing funding.

Cindy's expertise extends to marketing and event planning, where she successfully managed meetings and events for prestigious clients like the National Women's Law Center and conducted thorough market analyses for both local and international purposes.

Furthermore, she has a proven track record of building strong relationships with local associations to enhance training capacity and co-founding associations like the State Microenterprise Association to support small businesses with technical assistance.

Cindy's proficiency in value creation is highlighted by her achievements in doubling departmental revenues through efficient operations and implementing successful campaigns like email marketing resulting in a significant increase in online donations.

In the realm of marketing and communications, Cindy has led rebranding efforts for organizations, managed website development projects, and utilized social media platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn to engage diverse stakeholders effectively.