Planned and executed assigned University-wide and school-based events in collaboration with key administrators and staff. Implemented distinctive programming for alumni, including 8-10 cultural and entertainment events per year. Served as liaison to the Marymount College Alumnae Association Board; attended monthly board meetings and facilitated communications and events with greater Marymount alumni community. Worked with travel partners to market Fordham’s alumni travel program consisting of ~30 unique trips annually.

Managed logistics for 6-8 mentoring events annually, including project timelines, registration lists, on-site operations, and staffing, resulting in over 1,000 program participants and successful mentorships each year. Managed and trained Program Assistant and student employees, providing guidance on data and event-related projects. Advised students participating in long-term program. Partnered with staff college-wide to recruit students for program; created resource materials and program guides.

Served as first point of contact for program; facilitated communications for 500+ active mentors and ~700 students. Managed online application/registration system for all events and assisted with event preparation and on-site logistics. Fulfilled responsibilities of vacant Assistant Director position, including mentee relationship management.

Maintained and updated database for current and former program participants in Excel and Raiser’s Edge. Assisted with event preparation and logistics.

Served as a Fellow at the NYC Department for the Aging, Bureau of Emergency Preparedness, in coordination with NYC Emergency Management.Reviewed and edited emergency plans and updated information for coastal storm team, staff, and community partners. Led team project contacting 250+ designated cooling centers to ensure preparation for potential heat emergencies. Interacted with emergency management leadership, including Assistant Commissioner, and seniors in community. Attended fellowship events, including government agency tours and professional development opportunities.

Collaborated with Senior Major Gifts Officer in cultivation and solicitation of 200+ prospects for gifts in support of Komansky Center for Children’s Health and multi-billion dollar Hospital campaign. Managed a portfolio of donors and prospects to raise individual gifts for NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. Organized 10+ small and large-scale fundraising events annually in collaboration with the events and communications teams, including two high-profile events, Plates for Pediatrics and Light Up A Life, which raised over $1.5 million in 2015 and 2016 respectively for pediatric programs at the Hospital. Spearheaded pediatric in-kind donations and secured over 500 toys annually through toy drives. Worked closely with three volunteer committees to raise awareness of the pediatric programs and services offered. Liaised with donors regarding donation inquiries and facilitated 100+ doctor referrals and private room requests. Wrote acknowledgement letters and drafted funding proposals for donors, prepared briefings and prospect research for Hospital senior leadership, and edited event invitations and collateral.

Supported two Major Gifts Officers in solicitation of prospects for individual and foundation gifts of $10,000+ . Maintained donor and prospect files and ran fundraising reports using Blackbaud (BBEC) CRM database; served on BBEC taskforce to train colleagues on how to better utilize the system. Provided support on major fundraising events for the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Surgery, including the 25th Anniversary of Light Up A Life and annual Lying-In Spring Luncheon. Assisted in management of the NewYork Weill Cornell Council and the NewYork Weill Cornell Medical Center Alumni Council, including the coordination of annual membership mailings and participation in committee and board meetings. Prepared and edited briefings for senior leadership and various correspondence with donors. Researched prospective donors and foundations using Wealth Engine and The Foundation Center. Managed calendar and scheduling requests for two Major Gifts Officers, prepared meeting materials, and attended and participated in meetings with Hospital senior leadership, donors, volunteer committees, physicians, and Development staff.

Provided administrative support on five major events, including the NYP Gala and Komansky Center Prom. Managed calendar and scheduling requests for two Major Gifts Officers. Attended meetings with volunteer committees and faculty members to discuss projects and plan fundraising strategies. Coordinated with Development and Hospital staff on meeting materials, briefings, and special projects.

Assisted child with special needs in everyday activities and schoolwork. Helped apply behavioral changes in home through behavioral techniques, including 123 Time Out strategy and provided assistance to family members in basic daily care for child.

Facilitated various age appropriate activities for groups of elementary students. Led students in team building exercises and recreational sports and assisted students with homework assignments through educational games. Coordinated with school staff to develop activities that helped individual students excel in school.

Worked on an early intervention team as a teacher’s aide for a three-year-old child with special needs. Collaborated with child’s teachers, special education coordinators, and occupational therapist and worked with child on speech, cognitive, and self-help skills through activities in the classroom. Facilitated breakthroughs in child’s learning, such as distinguishing colors. Conducted observations in classroom to gain a better understanding of early childhood development.

Campaigned for and worked with people with learning disabilities in the media department. Edited press releases and reports for the media team regarding learning disability in the news and played a crucial role in publicizing SNAP, a photography contest for people with disabilities. Enhanced my understanding of British working culture.