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Detroit, Mi, Us

Madelyn James is committed to access and equity in pediatric cancer care. Our mission is topartner with pediatric cancer families to remove the logistical stress of finding a cure for theirchild. The organization aims to support families through love and community to find the best care and take the logistical stress out of cancer care as they navigate pediatric cancer treatment and find pathways to a cure.

New York, New York, United States

During my time as Senior Account Director at Media Cause, I was responsible for developing overarching strategies for clients with a focus on achieving lasting impact. Drawing on my diverse experience across nonprofit and for-profit sectors, I managed full sales cycles, successfully closing over $2.4 million in account growth. My role included setting clear goals, creating strategic plans, and managing both budgets and teams to ensure effective execution. I worked closely with specialist teams to deliver tailored solutions, fostered strong client relationships, and continuously sought new opportunities to drive growth through innovative channels and strategic partnerships. Additionally, I oversaw complex scopes of work and played a key role in driving new business opportunities.

San Francisco Bay Area

Helped to guide the organization through a brand refresh (including a new logo, website, collateral, brand elements, key messaging, etc.) while incorporating input from key stakeholders and outside experts. Contributed to fundraising initiatives targeting major gifts from individuals, including multi-year campaigns and annual giving, and execution of donor-focused events such as annual donor appreciation event. Helmed cause-related marketing partnerships with various prominent institutions such as Starbucks Foundation, Whole Planet Foundation, TaroWorks, and Cartier Philanthropy.

Greater Detroit Area

Worked to develop and execute a robust global earned media strategy that reinforced StockX’s position as the leading revolutionary resale marketplace for luxury goods. I additionally worked to build upon StockX's corporate social responsibility platform while strategically sourcing employee engagement opportunities, alongside our People and Culture team. In Sept. 2019, StockX announced the company’s first-ever nationwide volunteer week in partnership with the national nonprofit, Playworks. Over the course of a week, employees across Detroit, Moonachie and Tempe all volunteered with the organization in tandem.

Greater Detroit Area

During my time as the director of development for Detroit, I focused on retaining and expanding individual, mid-level, corporate and major gifts. I continually developed strategies, in partnership with our CRO, to initiate and meet aggressive fundraising goals through board recruitment, cause-marketing partnerships and transformational giving. I work in tandem with the marketing department to engage more corporations in the buildOn journey from awareness to advocacy.

Greater New York City Area

As the global director of communications, I built proactive media relationships to generate national and international coverage in buildOn’s six major U.S. cities and international markets. As a seasoned networker, I worked to source new strategic cause-marketing partnerships that focused on building brand awareness. I also worked closely to identify and proactively pursue speaking opportunities for executive leadership, students and key partners. Additionally, I lead and oversaw organizational messaging and ran media training for key staff, students and spokespeople.

New York, New York

I worked to conceive and execute publicity campaigns for TV, film and theater actors including Mila Kunis, Josh Gad Samantha Barks and others. During my time at B|W|R I developed strong relationships with writers, editors and bookers that yielded press for short and long lead campaigns. As a personal publicist, I also advised clients on their overall brand and public image and persona.

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Bachelors, Communications

Activities and Societies: Photography