Beth Gardner Email & Phone Number

Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States

Welcome Center, University Of Wisconsin- Stevens Point

Supports and assists in a range of operational functions in the office of admissions and recruitment at UWSP.

Milwaukee, WI

• A diverse Catholic school rooted in strong academics, faith, and service to others. FUND DEVELOPMENT AND MARKETING DIRECTOR (Aug. 2013 - Aug. 2016)
• Developed and executed the school’s fundraising strategy, including managing the annual campaign, planned giving and special events.
• Fostered relationships with prospective donors and supporters, including parishioners, board members, volunteers and community partners.
• Coordinated the school’s participation in and fundraising for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s ‘Soles for Education’ walk.
• Managed all aspects of the marketing and recruitment strategy, including meeting with prospective families, coordinating promotional materials, writing content for weekly school newsletter and website.
• Created and maintained the school’s social media presence and strategy.

Greater Milwaukee Area

• Consulting firm that helps schools and non-profits attract more resources by teaching clients how to inspire people with their stories, set clear direction, and strategically cultivate relationships. Project Manager.
• Client Work: Coordinated community engagement initiatives and strategic events designed to help clients cultivate relationships that lead to increased client resources.
• Participated in client relations to provide maximum results, including monitoring timetables, coordinating deliverables, conducting evaluations and leveraging opportunities to enhance visibility in the community.
• Developed thorough understanding of the operations of a small business, including business development, scheduling consultations, drafting proposals and contracts, managing budgets, leading weekly team meetings.
• Assisted in the development of alinea-sponsored seminars and company visibility at educational conventions, including the Wisconsin Association of School Boards convention (Milwaukee, 2013).

Milwaukee, WI

• A leader in Wisconsin’s arts community and the nation’s 6th oldest opera company with a special focus on fostering dynamic community partnerships and providing arts education experiences for youth, as well as programs.
• Implemented, promoted and managed all aspects of the Florentine Opera’s education programs, including Get Opera, High School Masterclass, Opera Inside Out, Talk Opera, Season Samplers and Opera Insights.
• Managed Company’s in-school touring program – performed in more than 65 elementary and K8 schools annually.
• Coordinated the popular “Florentine at the Lake” series held annually at Alterra @ the Lake.
• Actively participated in the development of grant proposals and donor cultivation.
• Developed evaluation techniques designed to ensure quality and valuable programming.

Milwaukee, WI

• PRESENT MUSIC, Milwaukee, WI A nationally recognized music ensemble that specializes in new music and supports emerging composers.Marketing/PR Manager August 2002-May 2004
• Promoted concerts and the company’s educational program: The Creation Project through the development of press releases, direct mail, print media, broadcast media advertising and other outreach initiatives

Brookfield, WI

o Capital Campaign Database Managemento Management of Stewardship Correspondenceo Development of press releaseso Arts Education Marketing and Registrationo Participation in Inaugural Season Marketing Activitieso Box Office Staff

Brookfield, WI

Professional Coaching

Working towards becoming a certified ADHD coach.

Ba, Arts Management

Activities and Societies: Jazz singer with Former University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Chancellor (and acclaimed jazz pianist), Thomas.

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