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Tiffin, Oh, Us

Tiffin, Ohio, Us

Tiffin, Ohio, Us

(Updated October 2024)• Increased website traffic by 1,097%, from 9,739 visitors in 2020 to 116,558 in 2023, elevating the region's digital presence and tourism outreach.• Grew social media reach by 36%, from 2.04 million in 2021 to 2.77 million in 2023, significantly expanding audience engagement.• Secured 11 statewide awards over the past three years, marking the first-ever state-level recognition for the organization and reinforcing its impact in Ohio’s tourism industry.• Led the development and execution of the "Elope at the Eclipse" event, featured in over 100 media outlets, including The New York Times, NBC Nightly News, and Good Morning America. This innovative event attracted 150 couples from 11 states and positioned Seneca County as a top destination for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse.• Negotiated two consecutive three-year contracts with the Seneca County Commissioners, aligning timelines with the City of Tiffin for better long-term planning, and secured the first-ever contract with the City of Tiffin for an additional $25,000 annually in lodging tax revenue.• Received additional funding from local partners, including $10,000 from the City of Tiffin to plan the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse and $10,000 from the Seneca County Commissioners to lead the county’s Bicentennial efforts.• Developed the Seneca County Tourism Council in 2020 to oversee lodging tax revenues and promote transparency in tourism, ensuring accountability and alignment with community goals.• Revamped and digitized the Seneca County Community Guide, providing easy access to information for residents and visitors alike.• Achieved record-high lodging tax revenues in nine of the 15 quarters since joining the organization, with a 10% growth from $149,892 in 2019 to $165,166 in 2023.

Tiffin, Oh, Us

(Updated October 2024)• Grew membership by 68%, from 334 to 560 members, achieving record-high membership numbers.• Increased annual revenue by 117%, from $188,191 in 2019 to $407,897 in 2023, ensuring financial sustainability and growth.• Boosted website traffic by 276%, from 18,373 visitors in 2019 to 69,028 in 2023.• Expanded social media reach by 85%, from 1.23 million in 2021 to over 2.27 million in 2023.• Led the organization to receive the 2023 Outstanding Chamber of the Year Award, presented by the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ohio for excellence in membership, programming, and finance.• Implemented a new fundraising and stewardship model, driving record participation with 57 teams at the 2024 Chamber Challenge Golf Outing, the largest in Seneca County, and 475 attendees at the Casino Royale fundraiser in 2024.• Expanded the team to four full-time employees to support organizational growth and enhance service delivery.

Tiffin, Oh, Us

• Built relationships with alumni and friends, 205 personal visits• Led planned gift initiative, four planned gifts have been secured in this time• Oversaw special projects (i.e. capital campaign feasibility study, grants, Florida and homecoming golf outings)• Facilitated economic development initiatives (i.e. tax credits, zoning, environmental study and property acquisition)• Assisted with Tiffin University’s Alumni social media accounts• Staff Assembly's Social Engagement Chair

Tiffin, Ohio, Us

• Contributed to Seneca County’s placement in the top ten in the country for economic development projects in 2017• Collaborated with business leaders and elected officials to lead and facilitate development projects, resulting in over $14M in investment and 125 new jobs• Procured $2.5M in local, state and federal grants, and incentives for development projects• Chaired the Membership & Events Committee, planned and coordinated annual meetings with 260+ attendees• Served as a steering committee member for Seneca County’s transportation and workforce strategic plans and for the Tiffin-Seneca County rebranding process as a steering committee member

Tiffin, Ohio, Us

• Contributed to Seneca County’s placement in the top ten in the country for economic development projects in 2016• Collaborated with business leaders and elected officials to lead and facilitate development projects, resulting in over $45M in investment and 192 new jobs• Procured $2.2M in local, state and federal grants and incentives for development projects• Managed and oversaw property database for Seneca County

Tiffin, Ohio, Us

• Planned and coordinated the 2015 Annual Meeting, resulting in a 25%+ increase in attendance over previous three years• Coordinating with four downtown committees on the completion of over 50% of the 124 action items in the Downtown Strategic Plan• Assisted Downtown Tiffin in becoming a Heritage Ohio Main Street Community, 24 Main Street Communities in Ohio• Developed and revised the Welcome Back Students event that doubled university participation and increased community participation by 90%• Communicating with potential investors/developers to facilitate the search process for future locations

• Liaison between student, parents, and administration• Levels of tutoring include high school; undergraduate courses in math and business; MBA courses as needed

• Led a successful campaign for the 2014 General Election, captured over 59% of total votes• Organized fundraisers and events: fundraised 982% more than the opponent of the 2014 General Election• Managed social media updates and “social-teers” that reached over 74,000 individuals and engaged 22,000 voters

Tiffin, Ohio, Us

• Met with over 400 incoming students one-on-one and developed a relationship to ease the transition into college life• Presented to students regarding commuting to Heidelberg and living at home during their college experience

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Global Leadership & Change

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Business Administration And Management, General