United Way Suncoast
Cassandra Montes possesses extensive experience in business development and partnership management, currently serving as the Director of Business Development at United Way Suncoast since August 2006. In this role, Cassandra leads complex projects by coordinating cross-functional teams, establishes relationships with major donors, and has successfully generated over $5 million in gifts. Prior experience includes various positions at the American Cancer Society, where Cassandra managed multiple fundraising initiatives, developed significant partnerships, and built a volunteer infrastructure that achieved substantial revenue. Cassandra holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of South Florida.
United Way Suncoast
United Way Suncoast serves DeSoto, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pinellas and Sarasota counties. For more than 80 years, United Way Suncoast has helped millions of deserving people and has been the charitable partner for hundreds of area agencies, businesses and civic organizations. During nearly nine decades of service, United Way has invested millions of dollars that directly and indirectly touch nearly every Suncoast man, woman and child. United Way Suncoast focuses its leadership and resources on three Impact Agenda priorities: Early Literacy (0-12) Ensure that children are surpassing key school readiness and early grade reading benchmarks. Youth Success (13-18) Ensure that children are graduating form high school with the skills necessary to pursue post-secondary education or vocational training. Financial Stability (18+) Ensure adults achieve long-term financial stability by developing the skills and opportunities to obtain family sustaining employment.