Tara M. Montenaro
About Tara M. Montenaro
Tara M. Montenaro serves as the Executive Vice President of Operations at the YMCA of South Florida, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in nonprofit management, particularly in early childhood education and aquatics, she demonstrates strong leadership and a commitment to team development.
Work at YMCA of South Florida
Tara M. Montenaro has served as the Executive Vice President of Operations at YMCA of South Florida since 2021. In this role, she oversees operations within the Miami-Fort Lauderdale area. Prior to her current position, she held the role of Vice President of Operations from 2019 to 2021 and served as the Executive Director of Early Childhood Education and Aquatics from 2017 to 2019. Her tenure at YMCA of South Florida has been marked by a commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and program effectiveness across multiple sites.
Education and Expertise
Tara M. Montenaro studied Operations Management and Supervision at Palm Beach State College, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1999 to 2001. She is also pursuing an Associate of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education and Teaching at the same institution, a program she has been engaged in since 2014. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in nonprofit management, particularly in early childhood education and aquatics.
Background in Nonprofit Management
Tara M. Montenaro has extensive experience in nonprofit management, particularly within the YMCA organization. She has held various leadership positions, including Executive Director of Early Childhood Education and Aquatics and Vice President of Operations. Her background includes significant roles at KinderCare and The Learning Experience, where she developed her skills in team building, operations management, and program development.
Leadership and Team Development
Tara M. Montenaro demonstrates a strong passion for team building and development, which is a key aspect of her leadership style. She has a proven track record of adaptability and leadership in multi-site franchise operations. Her dynamic approach to business emphasizes motivating teams and driving results, particularly in sales and marketing, contributing to the overall success of the organizations she has been a part of.