As the Director of Philanthropy & Communications, l oversee our organization’s communications and community engagement efforts, secure corporate and private grants, and expand Housing Up's existing network of individual donors and supporters. I also direct our philanthropy and communications team consisting of a Manager of Volunteers and Community Engagement and Philanthropy Associate.

o Strategize, develop and execute all communications, event and marketing initiatives for midsize Washington, DC nonprofit across media types and channels, using superior time management skillso Solely oversaw major rebranding of organization, while simultaneously planning annual benefit, providing daily counsel and direction to CEO and Board of Directors on brand strategyo Lead remaining development team in execution of communications initiatives and events

o Strategized and executed marketing and PR campaigns for local and national healthcare organizations to increase brand awareness and favorability among diverse audienceso Developed messaging for PR events, integrated marketing campaigns and legislative/advocacy initiatives (e.g., press releases, media alerts, editorials and social media content) o Collaborated with internal teams to evaluate and rebrand major academic health system in Floridao Coordinated with media planners to conduct primary and secondary research, developing consumer insights to inform successful brand and creative strategieso Managed and exceeded client expectations through effective supervision of internal creative, digital and account teams to ensure high-quality results

Planning and overseeing multi-city workshop series for financial aid professionals of independent schools nationwide Strategically analyzing workshop content and structure for effectiveness and message clarity, and modifying content accordingly

Handled all aspects of public relations, event coordination, strategic planning, and brand management for energy, automotive, food and beverage, and luxury clients Managed day-to-day client expectations and communications as well as press inquiries and media relationsCreated and wrote high-level strategic planning documents and communication outreach programs for fashion and energy clients

Supported account executives in planning and promoting major media events (both domestic and international), securing licensing agreements with national brands, and implementing multifaceted communication strategies Communicated with donors and media regarding Sesame Workshop's various community and philanthropic initiatives

Assisted Barnard's Alumnae Affairs and Development Office in the planning and coordination of various fundraising events for the college, both on and off campusWrote and designed invitations, letters to alumnae and donors, and event publications