Alice Springer Email & Phone Number

Seattle, Washington, United States

As a member of the Center for Environmental Health Equity, I help provide technical assistance to Tribal and Community organizations in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska to strengthen their capacity and effectiveness in applying to and successfully managing environmental and energy justice grants and programs. As Strategic Funding Manager I research and understand current and future funding opportunities around environmental and energy justice, create content and materials related to upcoming funding programs and opportunities, and disseminate information about grant opportunities in various ways to assist communities in navigating federal grant applications systems, grant proposals and grant management.

Mcminnville, Oregon, United States

Provides strategic direction, oversee operations, and lead efforts to fulfill the organization's mission of creating sustainable and affordable housing solutions for Yamhill County low-income, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) who qualify for 502 Mortgages. Write and secure grants, develop/execute fundraising strategies to secure financial support for ongoing operations and new projects, and ensure sound financial management, budget adherence, and financial reporting. Work closely with the Board of Directors (9 members) to implement strategic initiatives and drive organizational growth for this federally funded non-profit (w/ annual audit). Provide effective leadership and oversight of day-to-day operations, ensuring the efficient and ethical functioning of the organization. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government entities, community partners, donors, and residents. Regularly meet with external agencies, City Planners and Rural Mayors to identify potential building/land development collaborations, and advocate for affordable housing policies and initiatives at local, regional, and national levels. Manage public relations to enhance the organization's visibility and reputation. Highlights include, but not limited to:- Develops and manages $3.5M annual operating budget, successfully steering organization through financial challenges due to pandemic.- Write grants and awarded over $2M in grant revenue, including USDA Rural Development Grant, ARPA Yamhill County Grant, Biz Oregon EEIP Grant, Community Frameworks/HUD. - Program Management of the Mutual Self-Help Program, funded by USDA/Rural Development (RD) with a 2-year grant cycle, including Technical Assistance grant. Report on a monthly and quarterly basis to Rural Development and RCAC (Rural Community Assistance Corporation). - Program Management of a federally subsidized 24-unit apartment complex for agricultural workers.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Reporting to a Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending, supporting a top mortgage lender across multiple states, Assist in managing client inquiries, providing information on mortgage products, and guiding them through the initial stages of the application process. Respond promptly to client inquiries and maintain a positive client experience . Collect and review initial documentation from clients, such as income verification, credit reports, and other required. Ensure that all necessary information is accurately entered into the mortgage application system. Provide regular updates to loan officers and clients on the progress of their applications.

Seattle, Wa

Led and managed the organization's diverse range of programs and initiatives. Played a critical role in advancing the mission of FOSPL by developing, implementing, and overseeing engaging programs that enhance community support for the Seattle Public Library system. Oversaw day-to-day operations and budgets of multi-pronged program, while planning and managing multiple events and programs throughout the year, working with competing schedules, parameters, support needs and objectives while continually meeting budget goals. Highlights include:- Cultivate and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, including library staff, local organizations, and volunteers.- Identify opportunities to expand FOSPL's reach and impact within the Seattle community.- Oversee and enhance literacy programs and initiatives, ensuring they align with the needs of the community and support the goals of the Seattle Public Library, and develop marketing strategies to promote programs and community engagement. - Serving in an ED capacity, established KPIs/metrics for programs success and regularly evaluate outcomes, including preparing and presenting reports for a 22-member Board of Directors.- Led restructuring of main fundraising program resulting in an enhanced and expanded volunteer Program (increasing from 30 - 70 headcount), additional revenue sources, and an increase in community outreach and engagement. - Created an outreach program to engage & support over 60 local nonprofit organizations enhancing the library’s outreach potential and supporting the library’s mission. - Moved the large-scale ops. to 2 new locations and strategically moved annual sale to the Seattle Center, a centrally located venue, attracting a larger, diverse group of purchasers. By 2nd year, community participation hit over 12k for the sale and grossed $400k+.- Expanded sale/operations to online sales platforms and added an Amazon storefront bringing in over $100K in the first year.

Seattle, Wa

Served as the Liaison and bridging the communication gap between three divisions and the leadership of the Seattle Public Library. Led public program team to focus on development of digital content that highlighted key library events and services, helping boost subscription rate and public program attendance. Oversaw library programs featuring prominent authors and political figures working closely with library staff to ensure a successful and enjoyable program for attendees. Highlights include:- Expanded organization’s promotional footprint by cultivating and maintaining corporate sponsored relationships, including The Seattle Times, which provided more than $1.5M of free advertising.- Event Lead for the 3-day global library director’s conference, coordinating presentation needs for 20 library leaders from around the world, including coordinating all catering, after hours events, and scheduling transportation for tours. - Coordinated large (150+) donor luncheons and receptions working closely with the library’s facilities and event staff and/or outside vendors and caterers to significantly improve donor relations and increase overall support and engagement. - ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST | PROGRAM MANAGER - Originally hired for the Immigrant and Refugee Program Department (2004 to 2006) focused on a Vietnamese film premier and other cultural community events, and Administrator for Friends of the Library. Coordinated private donor “perk” events, conference hosted by the City Library, and special author luncheons and receptions, etc.

Seattle, Wa

Managed teams of 40+ crew members and creative executives to produce broadcast advertisements and corporate films, generating repeat business. Negotiated contracts with directors, casting agents, actors, and vendors. Developed and tracked multiple productions simultaneously, ensuring all components were on schedule, within budget, and consistent with creative brief. Coordinated productions facilitated client and stakeholder communications, and promoted creative collaboration and successful completion of projects.

Seattle, Wa

Researched prevailing conditions for client cases, including historical outcomes, legislative activity, public opinion and existing opposition, summarizing findings for project team. Worked with media spokesperson to prepare for press conferences, including media training and tracking progress for clients. Selected as office liaison to Belgium office, assisting in public affairs work connected to EU initiatives.