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Mission driven, results focused executive with a demonstrated record of success in business development, fundraising, grants, budgets, strategic planning, and organizational leadership. Proven history in executing strategies to drive annual giving best practices to acquire, retain, and upgrade individual donors. I am an experienced in developing positive culture and team development that rewards team members, organization, patients, and community impact. I am passionate about influencing stakeholders to build partnerships for improved business outcomes. I am creative in building win-win solutions for donors, stakeholders, and business.Professional Competencies:Fund Raising | Development |Grant Writer | Mission Purpose Driven | Persuasive & Influential | Leadership Skills & Mentor | Data & Results Focused | Humble, Friendly, & Diplomatic | Strategic Planning & Execution | Organization & Culture Change | Team Development & Cultivation | Relationship Builder &Interpersonal Skills | Communications Strategy | Competitive & ConfidentAchievementsObtained the top four highest donations out of 194 non-profits during a one-day giving event. Led the expansion of physical health, mental health, and substance abuse counseling to patient services. Led the organization's rebranding campaign, community networking to raise awareness, and developed strategy to increase patient satisfaction to 94%. Reduced employee turnover by 52%, increased morale from 40% to 80% through creating a culture of inclusion, empowerment, communication, accountability, and commitment. Secured over $1 million + annually in grants and donations, resulting in an increase of donors by 110%.Value PropositionI am a confident, creative, and tenacious executive with a proven record of success in transition organizations and teams into effective change agents. As a humble and servant leader, I believe in leading by example that fosters team confidence, independence, and career development.