As a University Gift Officer, I build and nurture strategic relationships with alumni, donors, and friends of Hamline University to advance our mission of providing a world-class education. I manage a portfolio of 125–175 major gift prospects, focusing on cultivating and securing gifts of $50,000 and above. Through tailored cultivation and stewardship strategies, I align donor interests with university priorities, ensuring impactful contributions that drive institutional growth.Key responsibilities include:Leading donor engagement through 100–125 personal meetings annually, crafting compelling proposals, and negotiating gift agreements that reflect donor intent and university needs.Collaborating with academic leaders, faculty, and staff to identify opportunities for donor support and align fundraising initiatives with institutional goals.Driving successful fundraising campaigns for endowments, capital projects, and leadership annual gifts, while staying current with development best practices.Representing Hamline University at events and in assigned territories to deepen community connections and foster alumni engagement.My work is grounded in effective communication, relationship management, and a passion for advancing education and social justice. By leveraging data-driven insights and industry expertise, I deliver results that support the university’s long-term vision.

Goodfluence is a consulting firm dedicated to helping nonprofits and organizations connect with passionate supporters, inspiring positive change through advocacy, community engagement and financial support. With expertise in fundraising, volunteer development, board engagement, and community engagement, Goodfluence serves as a strategic partner for organizations seeking to deepen their impact and build sustainable relationships with their communities.

2018 - 2019 Achievements: Created strategy and plan for major and planned giving and approved by executive board. Secured local corporate sponsorships, individual donations, and auction items for Strengthening Service Breakfast fundraiser, resulting in a 400% increase in sponsorships, a 67% increase in donors, and an 18% increase in donations from the previous year. Provided training, supervision, and created toolkits for board members, and executive volunteer leadership, resulting an increase in Strengthening Service Breakfast fundraiser attendance by 35% Innovated annual open houses, and recruited hosts and guests resulting in a 75% increase in attendance.

Community Organizing & CommunicationsEngage and recruit residents to participate in EIRA events and initiativesCoordinate and produce neighborhood communications including the website, e-newsletter, and social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, NextDoor)Coordinate and produce an annual report and fundraising appealMonitor and respond to emails to the neighborhoodReach out to neighbors who are not currently engaged with EIRAAdvancing EIRA Initiatives and EventsCoordinate, schedule speakers, provide agendas, attend, and provide minutes for monthly EIRA board meetings (on a weeknight, once a month)Coordinate, provide agendas, attend, and provide minutes for NRP, Built Environment & Transportation, and Farmers Market committee meetings (weeknights, meet as needed)Facilitate project implementation for board and all board committeesPlan, run and recruit and coordinate volunteers for all EIRA events (weeknights and weekends)Ensure compliance with EIRA bylawsBuild on existing systems, procedures, and processes to enhance the organization’s structureMaintain ongoing relationships with all appropriate external entities (City, County, Parks, Library, Grace Trinity Community Church, clubs, local businesses and business associations) to ensure that the board, committees, and community are informed

Lead the regional and national recruitment strategy for the School of Public Health’s 16 master’s programs, 4 doctoral programs, 2 undergraduate programs, 10 dual programs, 10 certificates, and 8 minors. Designed and built a comprehensive plan, collaboratively with deans, faculty, program chairs, program coordinators and communications team to market new and existing academic programs. Implemented a comprehensive email drip campaigns resulting in an increase of 33% more applications than last year. Qualified and cultivated prospective students and applicants resulting in 36% more students starting fall 2017, compared to fall 2016. Created new information session marketing communication plan increasing attendance by 123%. Developed new student orientation format and communication plan in 2017 resulting in a 25% increase of new student attendees. Lead Community Fund Drive for the School of Public Health and University of Minnesota Foundation, resulting in $45,763.64 in 5 weeks. Coached, trained and 6 supervised student assistants and 70 student ambassadors on how to effectively and efficiently respond and cultivate prospective students, resulting in a 63% increase in prospective student on-campus visits and tours from 2016 to 2017.

Identified, cultivated and built relationships with Health Care MBA and Executive MBA prospective students resulting in 25 new enrolled students for fall 2016 for each cohort program and $4 million dollars in tuition. Managed all recruitment related external outreach working in partnership with alumni, career services, and the dean’s office to build relationships with corporations, affinity groups (Women’s Health Leadership Trust, United Health Group, Twin Cities Business Journal), and colleges to increase pipeline for potential students for all of the Opus College of Business programs. Cultivated and stewarded relationships at Twin Cities networking events with corporations, sponsors, and affinity groups, and individuals.

Designed recruitment outreach activities and prospective student pipeline for 2 master's programs, short courses, and speaker series. Identified, qualified, cultivated over 100 prospective students a year, resulting in 75 student visits, increased students of color population by 50%, female students by 20%, and veterans by 30%. Created corporate and association outreach programs resulting in symbiotic relationships with Minnesota High Tech Association, Medical Alley Association, Land 'O Lakes, and Mall of America. Develop and launch social media based information campaigns to keep prospects and alumni up to date regarding program news and events, including MPR on-air ads to promote relevant technical speaking and other public touch points for public, alumni, faculty and administration. Ensured smart growth for the programs by mapping and managing year-to-year budget priorities.Planned and executed graduation ceremonies, alumni events, and social networking opportunities resulting in long-lasting relationships with students, faculty, alumni, donors, and organizational partners. Supervised and trained three student assistants to carry out various tasks and plans as needed.

Recruited prospective students through various outreach methods including direct mail, phone calls, and career and colleges fairs, resulting in over 180 new students between 2006-2008. Exceeded enrollment quotas by 150%. Called 100 or more prospective students per day. Worked with prospective and current students one-on-one, helping with employment, housing, and other needs that allow them to fulfill their education goals. Demonstrated leadership and competency by being selected to train and manage 10 new Admissions Representatives.Awarded Presidential Recognition in January 2006, October 2006, and January 2007. Awarded Highest Pipeline (prospect to student) Rate Fall Quarter 2007.

Managed front desk operations, interacting with customers, distributors and suppliers; exercising effective customer service and controlling information flows throughout the organization. Answered incoming calls, screening as needed to minimize interruptions to management. Performed basic accounting functions and transactions, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.

Assisted prospective students from a wide variety of backgrounds with their college applications, FAFSA, housing and courses. Began giving informal campus tours, which grew to formal tour program upon realizing positive results.Exercised effective communication and presentation skills while leading campus tours. Improved inquiry response rate to maximize opportunities to reach out to prospective students.Entered key metrics into database, ensuring vital information was stored and available for reporting. Prepared and distributed college recruiting materials.