Cynthia King Email & Phone Number

Grass Valley, Ca, Us

San Francisco, Ca

In my role, I design and deliver engaging curricula for the Greening of Business course, focusing on actionable climate solutions through business innovation. I also mentor undergraduate students, preparing them for leadership roles in sustainable business by emphasizing real-world application and practical insights.Key Accomplishments:• Consistent focus on excellence in teaching and course design.• Inspired students with transformative educational experiences.• Educated… Show more In my role, I design and deliver engaging curricula for the Greening of Business course, focusing on actionable climate solutions through business innovation. I also mentor undergraduate students, preparing them for leadership roles in sustainable business by emphasizing real-world application and practical insights.Key Accomplishments:• Consistent focus on excellence in teaching and course design.• Inspired students with transformative educational experiences.• Educated a diverse student body on advancing climate solutions, playing a key role in shaping future sustainability leaders. Show less

San Francisco, California, United States

I spearheaded collaboration between the university and various corporate and philanthropic entities at local, state, and national levels. I developed and implemented innovative partnership strategies that led to the creation of new collaborative initiatives, aligning with the university's strategic goals. Additionally, I mentored and supported a dynamic group of faculty in fundraising best practices, fostering an environment that promotes professional growth and high-performance… Show more I spearheaded collaboration between the university and various corporate and philanthropic entities at local, state, and national levels. I developed and implemented innovative partnership strategies that led to the creation of new collaborative initiatives, aligning with the university's strategic goals. Additionally, I mentored and supported a dynamic group of faculty in fundraising best practices, fostering an environment that promotes professional growth and high-performance standards. I was promoted from Coordinator position in recognition of successful leadership and fundraising results.Key Accomplishments:• Led fundraising efforts for the strategic expansion of Project Rebound, resulting in an eight-campus collaboration across the CSU system, thereby significantly enhancing the program's reach and impact.• Cultivated and strengthened strategic alliances with 50+ key stakeholders, including corporate and philanthropic entities, to advance university initiatives at multiple levels.• Orchestrated the crafting and submission of grant proposals, successfully securing funding more than $4.5M for various educational programs. Show less

Nevada City, California, United States

I took the lead on organizational development and communications by writing regular blog posts and member communications. I managed the editing and distribution of our annual literary journal.Key Accomplishments:• Edited the 30th edition of the Tree Rings literary journal, achieving a cohesive theme of “Sheltering in Place” that resonated with the membership base.• Provided donor stewardship and member communications to facilitate organizational growth.

Nevada City

I managed strategic environmental programs to boost the resilience and health of 'Inimim Forest, working closely with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management and local stakeholders. I directed contractors in executing fuels reduction projects on public lands, ensuring they complied with environmental regulations and contributed to ecosystem improvement. Additionally, I oversaw the environmental review processes for land management projects focused on reducing fire risk and enhancing… Show more I managed strategic environmental programs to boost the resilience and health of 'Inimim Forest, working closely with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management and local stakeholders. I directed contractors in executing fuels reduction projects on public lands, ensuring they complied with environmental regulations and contributed to ecosystem improvement. Additionally, I oversaw the environmental review processes for land management projects focused on reducing fire risk and enhancing ecological resilience.Key Accomplishments:• Streamlined operations and increased project efficiency through effective contractor management, resulting in timely completion of land management projects.• Administered grant reporting for a significant CAL FIRE grant, while also participating in the development of grant proposals to secure additional funding.• Recruited, hired, and supervised forestry contractors, successfully conducting fuels treatments on 180-acres of high-priority lands in Nevada County. Show less

I orchestrated the design and execution of a comprehensive stewardship strategy to build strong relationships with donors and increase donor retention and engagement. I worked closely with faculty, students, and donor relations professionals across campus to strengthen donor relationships and boost funding support for high-priority fundraising initiatives.Key Accomplishments:• Organized and executed the first proactive donor stewardship program for the School of Earth… Show more I orchestrated the design and execution of a comprehensive stewardship strategy to build strong relationships with donors and increase donor retention and engagement. I worked closely with faculty, students, and donor relations professionals across campus to strengthen donor relationships and boost funding support for high-priority fundraising initiatives.Key Accomplishments:• Organized and executed the first proactive donor stewardship program for the School of Earth, Energy & Environmental Sciences (now the Doerr School of Sustainability), effectively nurturing relationships with over 100 major donors. Show less

Berkeley, California

I managed sustainable agriculture, natural resource stewardship, and public education programs at the 18-acre Sunol AgPark. I coordinated farmer trainings, volunteer workdays, and native resource improvements and developed the "Farming in the Watershed" curriculum.

Sonora, California

I directed efforts to protect and restore the Upper Tuolumne watershed. Managed a comprehensive assessment of the 100,000-acre Clavey River watershed and built a diverse coalition to advocate for Wild and Scenic designation of the Clavey River.

Master Of Science (Ms), Earth Systems

o Crafted an interdisciplinary Earth Systems degree emphasizing sustainable agriculture. o Completed coursework integrating plant ecology.

Master Of Business Administration (Mba)

o Achieved 4.0 GPA with a focus on sustainable business practices. o Collaborated on the authorship of an article published in the Journal.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Earth Systems

o Earned Earth Systems degree specializing in ecology. o Completed coursework focusing on policy, economics, and interdisciplinary.