SVP, Marketing
Quant Fusion
SVP, Marketing
Quant Fusion
Ronda Clement, MBA, CCMP, is a seasoned Marcom Executive and accomplished business leader, boasting a diverse career spanning more than 20 years. Her expertise extends across various industries, notably in health care and financial services. Recognized for her proficiency in B2B and B2C marketing, digital and AI marketing, revenue generation, brand management, media/PR and acquisitions, Ronda exemplifies her commitment to excellence, particularly in navigating organizational change, as a Prosci Certified Change Management Practitioner (CCMP). Currently serving as an Adjunct Professor at the University of South Florida (USF), she imparts her extensive knowledge to the next generation of advertising, marketing and public relations professionals. Holding a Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) cum laude, Ronda underscores her dedication to continuous learning and academic achievement. Beyond her corporate pursuits, Ronda is deeply committed to the Tampa Bay community, actively participating in several non-profit organizations. Her impactful roles include contributions to the Tampa Bay Young Women's Leadership Luncheon, which she co-founded in 2008, the Peirano Family Foundation, the Hillsborough County Guardian Ad Litem Program and Metropolitan Ministries. Additionally, she has served as a guest speaker at Metropolitan Ministries; Employer Bootcamp, assisting residents and the homeless in acquiring essential job application and interview skills. Ronda's exceptional dedication to serving the Tampa Bay community has garnered her the recognition as Tampa Bay Woman of the Year and Florida Outstanding Community Leader. Ronda's passion for making a positive impact in the Tampa Bay community is evident in her belief that non-profit organizations are instrumental in constructing stronger and more vibrant communities. In her personal life, she cherishes moments spent with her adult children, who happen to be fraternal twins, as well as her extended family and close friends. Ronda finds joy in engaging in activities like hot yoga, exercising along Bayshore Boulevard or the Tampa Riverwalk and following the sports of Tampa Bay Lightning and LSU.
Executive Vice President, CHRO
Grow Financial Federal Credit Union
Executive Vice President, CHRO
Grow Financial Federal Credit Union
As of 1/24/2024: Kim graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology/Sociology and began her career in management through the Executive Management Training program at May Company. As a Human Resources Professional, her career has taken her to Blue Cross/Blue Shield and later to PharMerica, where she served as Vice President of Human Resources before joining Grow Financial Federal Credit Union, (formerly MacDill Federal Credit Union), in 1999. In her position with Grow Financial, Kim is the EVP-CHRO responsible for the People Vertical” which includes workplace culture, overseeing talent management and development, Branch Operations, Property Administration, HR policies and programs, and the organization’s diversity and inclusion initiatives. . Kim has earned her Senior Professional in Human Resources certification and is a member of the Society of Human Resource Management, (SHRM). She currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Florida Diversity Council, and co-chairs the annual Young Women’s Leadership Symposium in Tampa. Her commitment to fostering diversity in the workplace has earned Kim recognition from the National Diversity Council, which in 2010 honored her with the Glass Ceiling Award, and in 2011 named Kim as one of the Most Powerful and Influential Women in Florida. Under her direction, Grow Financial also received the eWomen Network’s Most Supportive to Women in Business Award. Grow Financial has been named a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For and continues to be named a “Top Workplace in Tampa Bay” according to the Tampa Bay Times. Kim currently resides in Tampa with her husband.
The Young Women's Leadership Symposium (YWLS) developed in 2009 because of our passion to assist with leading and preparing our young women for the future. It was our vision to plan and implement a Saturday-morning event that would provide a learning opportunity for young female students from various backgrounds, ethinicities and socio-economic communities. With the assistance of dedicated volunteers, the inaugural event was designed to provide young women an opportunity to meet, hear from, and spend valuable time with corporate professionals and organizational leaders.
The excitement, importance and success of our Tampa events have spread...the word is out! As a result, the growth and reach of the YWLS has expanded nationally, reaching young women across the United States. It is our sincere hope that you will review all of the opportunities to participate and assist in a city near you. We will continue to enhance and expand this exciting and valuable educational opportunity for young women throughout the footprint of the National Diversity Council. It is a phenomenal opportunity to transform our community into a truly inclusive environment where young women are encouraged to reach their full potential.
Please continue to visit our website frequently, www.ywlsymposium.com for the latest details regarding event dates and locations as well as opportunities to volunteer and register your young women...daughters, granddaughters, neices, students or neighbors...to participate.
Warm Regards,
Ronda Clement & Kimberly Woollard