Meredith Boylan Email & Phone Number

Augusta, Ga, Us

Aiken, South Carolina, United States

Primarily manage research and development contracts for agricultural supply chain, along with other special projects in support of the company's overall growth.

Aiken, South Carolina

Oversaw membership development, volunteer coordination, and fundraising strategy for a wide variety of programming and events promoting a mission to inspire and educate by providing unique visual and performing art experiences for all ages.The Aiken Center for the Arts offers a multitude of outreach and awareness programs including opportunities for children and adults; juried shows and competitions, lectures and instruction, and a variety of concert events; music, dance, film, and other performing arts; as well as a Gallery Store where local artisans offer their original works for sale. Year-round exhibits feature artists from around the world, with an emphasis on local and regional talent of the South.

Augusta, Georgia Area

Assisted in developing the firm’s marketing and business development strategies with senior management by gathering information about prospects and participating in proposal strategy. Essential duties included working with staff to formulate and accomplish strategies for achieving business growth goals, researching leads, organizing marketing projects, preparing high-level proposals for public and private entities, and social media and website content development.

Aiken, South Carolina

-Proven effective leader responsible for the direct supervision of greenhouse sales team.-Consistently exceeded sales goals while growing department from 4 to 9 full and part-time staff members.-Surpassed sales over previous years by 20%. Excelled in staff training, new staff development, and minimizing employee turnover.-Planned and executed regular in-store programming and events such as educational greenhouse tours for school groups, children’s activities during open house sales events, hands-on gardening workshops, and horticultural seminars.-Led strategic marketing efforts including development of weekly print and digital news ads, creation of social media, website, and biweekly newsletter content, and long-form articles in local publications including Go Aiken Magazine. -Excelled in developing highly productive, sales-driven teams by designing and implementing customer-focused training programs. Developed strategies to meet company sales goals, including high customer retention and inventory control, while acting as a liaison between sales staff and upper management.-Managed off-site sales opportunities and represented the company at local community outreach events and conferences.-Frequently traveled to local nursing homes and schools to provide workshops and help develop community gardens.-Via Store Development Committee, developed strategies for long-term growth within local and regional markets.-Conducted regular staff meetings and employee training in customer service, marketing, and industry trends.

Columbia, South Carolina Area

In addition to responsibilities from previous position:-Oversaw all outbound communications and managed communications with: media; corporate, municipal, governmental and nonprofit partners; PCF members and supporters; general public.-Led major effort with the National Park Service to create and manage a friends group and invasive pest management plan for Cowpens National Battlefield and nearby National Historic Sites, including strategic planning and development.-Aided in fundraising and development strategy by meeting with key public and private partners.-Participated in grant writing and proposal strategy, applying for funding through local, statewide, and national grantmaking foundations.-Designed and managed local and statewide programming including Art on the Trail, Junior Trailblazers Club, Senior Explorers, Trail-to-Table Dinners, National Trails Day celebrations, and the Palmetto Trail Mobile Device Tour.-Spearheaded complete redevelopment of organization’s brand identity, from conception to implementation.-Assisted in implementation of the Palmetto Trail Master Plan and strategic trail expansion.-Served as liaison to local and statewide media outlets.-Planned events and coordinated volunteer opportunities with major corporate partners such as BMW and Boeing.

Columbia, South Carolina Area

-Planned and executed local and state-wide events, including everything from local pub tours and bicycle rides to formal events with partners such as BMW.-Managed community outreach and new membership initiatives.-Created and edited informational videos about PCF’s programs, including one displayed as part of an exhibit in the Columbia Museum of Art.-Sought donations and sponsorships from local, statewide, and national companies and organizations.-Maintained travel blog about outdoor adventures.-Handled organization’s Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and Tumblr accounts.-Contacted media and sought press coverage for PCF's many events and programs.-Wrote press releases, media distribution lists and fact sheets.-Sought and applied for grants at the local, state, and federal level.-Produced monthly newsletter and maintained organization’s website.-Represented organization at meetings and local events such as the Green Fair, Senior Expo and Tasty Tomato Festival.-Designed and produced invitations, flyers, and other promotional materials.-Assisted in programs teaching elementary students nature, wildlife, and outdoor adventure skills.-Assisted in leading paddle trips and hikes.