In my role, I develop funding proposals and negotiate structured gifts to support organizational goals. I manage a major donor and prospect portfolio of 200 accounts, identifying and cultivating relationships with individuals capable of giving $5,000 to $50,000. I create and implement comprehensive fundraising policies for third-party events, major gifts, and corporate giving, while also developing a tiered recognition program to enhance donor stewardship. Additionally, I create speaking notes for public appearances and fundraising events to effectively communicate our mission and impact. As part of my leadership responsibilities, I design and implement onboarding strategies for development staff, providing hands-on training and supervisory support to build a strong, cohesive team aligned with our organizational vision.

Established standardized practices for community engagement fundraisers, equipping teams with essential tools for donor-centric fundraising. Directed and produced impactful marketing videos to amplify the vision of YESS, serving as both a marketing tool and a platform for donor recognition and stewardship. Fostered strong relationships with corporate partners by enhancing their involvement through online fundraising initiatives, corporate matching programs, volunteer opportunities, and gift-in-kind drives. Developed meaningful employer partnerships with local businesses to support the Youth Education and Employment program, providing youth with valuable hands-on workplace experience.

As a part time sales professional, I work towards achieving my sales plans through clienteling, networking and providing clients with an elevated experience. I continue to build lasting relationships and be a market leader of the value and products Tiffany & Co. offers.

I build trust and relationships with my clients while showcasing the craftsmanship and savoire faire that Louis Vuitton stands for. By making personal recommendations and describing operational use or merchandise that best suit client's needs.

I manage prospective and active fundraising events by working closely with event organizers and dentifying the most optimal strategy to reach their fundraising goals. As the Alberta Cancer Foundation representative, I cultivate relationships with community members, volunteers, sponsors and donors. By identifying key partners through our strategic goals, I focus on acknowledgement, recognition and stewardship to continue to build positive relationships.I facilitate collaboration with the departments within the Foundation to ensure a cohesive partnership that promotes fundraising, volunteerism and philanthropy.

With my strong events background, I promote the DoubleTree by Hilton West Edmonton for groups looking to plan the ultimate meeting experience. I specialize in booking events in our state of the art meeting facility, The Silverbirch Conference Centre.I work out the logistics for corporate events, AGMs, strategic planning and training seminars from the preliminary stages to the successful execution of every detail. I utilize my ability to collaborate with other departments to deliver and exceed clients' expectations.As an asset to the sales & catering team, I focus on enhancing our revenue goals each quarter and meeting sales budget. My ability to time manage and thoroughly communicate to internal and external clients provides an overall top tier experience.

Supporting the sales team through administrative duties while being the first point of contact for future clients.Providing assistance to other departments including but not limited to; accounting by processing deposits and payments, creating group masters while inputting guests details for reservations and booking internal events to support further team training.I focus on booking events in our Silverbirch Conference Centre for groups of up to 30 people and social events of up to 100 people. From prospecting on sales visits and weekly calls, I continue to be an asset to the hotel by enhancing quarterly sales goals.

Provided administrative support to ensure the successful coordination of publications within the associationUtilized InDesign to create marketing products and tools to assist in the promotion of events. Assisted in the coordination of registration during tradeshows, mixers and networking events.

Providing clients a one-stop-shop for better meetings. Identifying client needs and coordinating solutions to ensure successful execution of their events from start to finish.Retaining repeat clients in rebooking their events. Working as a social media administrator to enhance hotel exposure and markets.