Alex "Lex" Leonard
Employment History
2007-Present
The Boy Scouts of America, Northern New Jersey Council, Oakland, NJ District Executive
To assemble Boy Scout Troops, Cub Scout Packs and Venturing Crews in an assigned district.
To assemble district committees following BSA policy and oversee elections and district administration.
Educate the public on the relevance of Scouting and how it executes its aims of responsible citizenship and character building.
Promote Scouting programs to communities and their leaders to raise awareness and financial support for the local Boy Scout council and the BSA on a national level.
Cultivate potential sponsors for various Scouting programs such as Boy Scout Troops, Cub Scout Packs and Venture Crews.
Manage statistical data on volunteers, members, finances and general demographic records using BSA database and software.
Provide volunteer and member support through training, administration and leadership.
Manager of BSA sales and fund-raising campaigns such as Friends of Scouting, Words To Live By Tours and merchandise sales.
2006-2010
Lex Leonard Gallery, Jersey City, NJ Director/Curator
Proprietor and director of 1,500 sq/ft art gallery and performance space..
Researched local art scene and curated exhibitions and relative events.
Wrote press releases and published ads in local media.
Hired and managed interns, installers and curators..
Managed gallery finances, marketing and physical logistics.
Featured and lauded in local press and event calendars both online and via print media.
Frequent participant in Jersey City's Art Tours.
Official exhibition space for the Jersey City Gay and Lesbian Organization's annual group shows.
2005-2011
Urban Life Ventures LLC, Jersey City, NJ Founder/CEO
Founder and CEO of community-based business offering financial, marketing and support for local cultural endeavors.
Lessor and proprietor of 4 floor commercial building that served as a art and performance center.
Lessor and partner of store front commercial space that hosted such cultural services as art classes, yoga, dance, etc....
2003-2007
The Waterbug Arts Collective LLC, Jersey City, NJ Founder/CEO
Founder and director of non-profit organization comprised of artists and writers.
Managed company finances and marketing.
Organized and sponsored weekly art and writing workshops.
Collaborated frequently with the Jersey City Cultural Affairs Department to organize outdoor events at municipal parks.