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Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

San Francisco, CA

• Increased regional income generated from Special Events over 25% by establishing an effective volunteer committee framework and reimagining the traditional benefit model and frequency.
• Produced first-ever virtual, national anniversary celebration with live VIP reception doubling revenue targets raising $1.4M and engaging donors and members from 37 states and countries.
• Served as development lead managing cross-functional teams planning and executing dozens of high-profile, sold-out donor events for a first of its kind multi-day global climate summit.
• Worked closely with the Communications and Corporate Counsel on event contract negotiations and event-related media including press releases, videos, branding and graphic design, microsite development and talent.
• Developed and managed revenue scenarios and event budgets, as well as post-event reporting on ROI and donor engagement to support major gifts colleagues and leadership.
• Managed 2 direct reports responsible for the day-to-day management of the San Francisco Council, a volunteer advocacy group comprised of young professionals working in a variety of industries who are passionate about.

San Francisco, California, United States

• Conceptualized and managed NRDC’s southern California 25th Anniversary gala recognizing the longtime service and dedication of regional trustees including Robert Redford and Leonardo DiCaprio, selling out the event and.
• Served as main contact for entertainment community including agencies and studios, facilitated their annual day of service at NRDC, organized multiple roundtables for studios’ top executives with NRDC leadership and.
• Researched and solicited strategic partnerships with like-minded companies and organizations to secure multi-year financial support and in-kind donations for events.
• Conducted detailed donor research and prepared strategic event briefings to assist senior leadership in donor solicitation and stewardship.
• Managed 2 direct reports responsible for the day-to-day program management of the LA Leadership Council, a highly visible volunteer advocacy group comprised of influential southern California donors and trustees who.
• Established and led Board and volunteer committee engagement to maximize financial support, building lasting relationships with vendors, in addition to identifying and cultivating new donors.

Beverly Hills, California, United States

• Planned the Institute’s most successful New York benefit, raising $2M to support the Institute’s artists and programs.
• Managed the Patron Circle Program and developed a three-year strategic plan to expand the donor base and maximize revenue, including working with Utah-based volunteer committee to identify and cultivate prospects.
• Assisted in the overall management of the Board of Trustees including securing annual gifts, preparing relevant reports and presentations, and worked with Directors to help identify potential Board Members.
• Collaborated with the Associate Director of Corporate Sponsorship to secure sponsorship for annual benefit; helped prepare and finalize terms of corporate agreements and fulfillment of benefits.
• Secured and managed award-winning NYC event design and experiential marketing agency to help transport the Sundance Institute in Park City, UT to life in a NYC ballroom.

Claremont, CA

-Managed a portfolio of 175 major gift donors and prospects, including securing a $2M lead gift to establish new Health and Wellness Center at The Claremont Colleges.-Collaborated with the President and Associate Dean of Academic Computing to create and implement an Information Technology Advisory Board.-Planned and executed events for the Office of the.

Redwood Shores, CA

-Planned and executed global incentive programs for Oracle sales and consulting staff; partnered with Marketing Department to achieve $2M cost savings through renegotiating hotel and other vendor contracts.-Managed global technology and application conferences focusing on welcome receptions and customer appreciation parties.-Established a program with.

New York, NY

-Developed proposals and edited sales presentations to be delivered to theater owners, including IMAX, Pacific Theaters, Century Theaters, and Edwards Theater Circuit, Inc.; including roll-out of HiFi sound to major markets.-Assisted in coordination of ShoWest for major studios and theater owners. -Promoted to Sales Coordinator after serving as Executive.

New York, NY

-Served as a liaison between fashion design students and top Seventh Avenue design critics. -Planned Annual Fashion Critics Awards Benefit; assisted in raising $1.7M.-Managed recruitment and placement of graduating students into the fashion design industry.-Counseled students on academic policies & procedures.

Newport Beach, California, United States

- Achieved top sales in department for holiday season in 1994 and 1995- Negotiated stock trades with vendors- Trained new staff on computer and selling techniques- Reorganized sales floor to increase sell-through of key vendors

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Art History

Activities and Societies: Second team All-American Women's Water Polo

Integrative Nutrition Holistic Health Coach, Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies, General

Activities and Societies: Second team All-American Women's Water Polo

Education record

Concentration: Italian Renaissance Studies

Spring Semester Abroad

Education record