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Santa Monica, California, United States

Have doubled dollar yield in annual giving; secured organization's first, new six figure individual donor; secured project specific board funding, written and secured major grant awards within a single fiscal year; helped build effective fundraising strategies that align with current market conditions and trends. Have implemented trade deals and business partnerships across industries to elevate value propositions. And, as a proud native Californian, offer a unique perspective on the growth… Show more Have doubled dollar yield in annual giving; secured organization's first, new six figure individual donor; secured project specific board funding, written and secured major grant awards within a single fiscal year; helped build effective fundraising strategies that align with current market conditions and trends. Have implemented trade deals and business partnerships across industries to elevate value propositions. And, as a proud native Californian, offer a unique perspective on the growth opportunities within Southern California. Show less

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Wrote, secured and shepherded $6M yearly in foundation grant funding and government contracts.

Malibu

Responsible for care and safety of adults in residential alcohol and drug addiction rehabilitation center. Duties include medication maintenance, extensive record-keeping in compliance with state laws and regulations, client care and advocacy, employee training and supervision. Interact daily with clients, their families, physicians, therapists and management.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Freelance consultant offering non profit management roadmaps, grant writing, and strategic plans for revenue diversification and growing a network of interested prospects and supporters. Clients include Rogue Machine Theatre, The Aurelia Foundation, Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation, East West Players, Arts for L.A., Cure by Benya, and Mending Matters (San Diego). Advisor to the Agoura Aquatic Foundation and Wiser Girls.

Westlake Village, Ca

HOBY is a nonprofit whose mission is to inspire young people to become change agents in their home, school, workplace and community. In existence for over 50 years, we have nearly half a million alumni with 12,000 students attending our programs annually. 70% of our students are referred by and paid for by their schools.

Studio City, Ca

An independent school for grades 5-12, specializing in education for 2e kids. 2e means twice exceptional - kids who are highly creative and gifted and who also have a learning difference. At Bridges Academy, it is commonly said that “If students don’t learn the way you teach, teach the way they learn.” Teaching 2e students the way they learn is an exciting, challenging, and incredibly rewarding imperative, one that involves differentiating material, keeping class sizes at a ratio of 1:8, and… Show more An independent school for grades 5-12, specializing in education for 2e kids. 2e means twice exceptional - kids who are highly creative and gifted and who also have a learning difference. At Bridges Academy, it is commonly said that “If students don’t learn the way you teach, teach the way they learn.” Teaching 2e students the way they learn is an exciting, challenging, and incredibly rewarding imperative, one that involves differentiating material, keeping class sizes at a ratio of 1:8, and focusing on each student’s individual talent development. Show less

Malibu, Ca

Responsible for major gift fund raising ($25K and up) for graduate school of Public Policy at Pepperdine. Achieved 50% over yearly goal. Work closely with our dean on strategic initiatives and donor cultivation. Also directly involved with annual fund, grant writing, and alumni initiatives. My job is awesome!!

Annual Fund Director; Advancement Program Manager; Continuing Education Conference Manager; Copywriter, Editor, Board liaison

Marketing manager for 300+ IP group of large international law firm.

Managed all PR, communications and new business activity for IP group of large, international law firm. Drafted RFP responses, crafted new business pitches, created and managed networking events and targeted sponsorships.

Managed all fundraising, major gift, PR, Reunion, and Communications for the law school and its 9,000 (at the time) alumni.

Jd, Law

Ba, Magna Cum Laude, Psychology