Cindy Sofarelli
About Cindy Sofarelli
Cindy Sofarelli serves as the Vice President of Advancement and Community Engagement at Metropolitan Ministries in Tampa, Florida, a position she has held since 2015. She has extensive experience in the YMCA organization, having worked in various leadership roles for over two decades.
Current Role at Metropolitan Ministries
Cindy Sofarelli serves as the Vice President of Advancement and Community Engagement at Metropolitan Ministries. She has held this position since 2015, contributing to the organization's mission in Tampa, Florida. In her role, she focuses on advancing community engagement initiatives and fostering partnerships that support the organization's goals.
Previous Experience at YMCA
Cindy Sofarelli has extensive experience in the YMCA organization. She worked at the Birmingham YMCA from 1991 to 1997 as Program/Senior Program Director, overseeing various programs for six years. Following this, she served as Associate Executive Director at YMCA of Metro Atlanta from 1997 to 2000, managing operations in the Decatur-DeKalb YMCA for three years. She later joined the Tampa Metro YMCA as Senior Group Vice President, where she worked from 2000 to 2015 for fifteen years, focusing on community programs and services.
Education and Expertise
Cindy Sofarelli earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation and Leisure Services from The University of Southern Mississippi. She also completed a minor in Business Administration. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in community engagement and program development within nonprofit organizations.
Career Timeline
Cindy Sofarelli's career spans over two decades in leadership roles within the YMCA and Metropolitan Ministries. She began her journey at the Birmingham YMCA in 1991, transitioning through various positions until 2015 when she joined Metropolitan Ministries. Her experience includes significant leadership roles that emphasize community service and program management.