Mastering Human Services Management with guest Catherine Roberts, ‘16

President & CEO, Resource Council of WNY

September 27, 12 p.m.

Mastering Human Services Management is a session designed for individuals aiming to advance their careers in the dynamic and impactful field of human services. Our special guest, a seasoned career professional with extensive experience in human services management and Empire State University alum, will be asked five key questions about their journey and insights into the industry. Whether you are a dedicated human services practitioner or a professional looking to elevate your career to the next level, this program will provide you with essential insights and strategies to excel in leadership roles. Join us to gain valuable knowledge from our special guest, expand your network, and find ways to advance your career to new heights in this vital industry, where you can make a profound difference in the lives of those you serve. Don't miss this chance to take your career to the next step in the human service sector.

Bio: Catherine M. Roberts is the President and CEO of the Resource Council of WNY, a human service organization whose mission aims to empower and enrich the lives of youth, adults and families by providing access to vital programs and services that meet the diverse needs and values of the communities it serves. She is also part-time Adjunct Professor of Economics at Houghton University: East Side.

She holds an MBA, cum laude, from St. Bonaventure University, a Bachelor’s in Business, Management and Economics, cum laude, from SUNY Empire State College and a Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion from Cornell University. She has also earned two certificates from the Harvard Business School Executive Education program: Performance Measurement of Non-Profit Organizations and most recently, Nonprofit Financial Stewardship. She is also a graduate of the Health Leadership Fellows program through the Health Foundation for Western New York and Leadership Buffalo Class of 2017. 

Catherine serves on many non-profit boards is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Gamma Phi Omega Chapter and the Buffalo Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. Named to Buffalo Business First's Power 200 Women of WNY and Power 100 Business Leaders of Color, she has received numerous awards for her work and community service.