-Spearhead the creation and implementation of 360° communications and marketing campaigns for multiple departments to include print, digital, radio, social media, Google ads, “Healthbeat” newsletter and press releases for increased engagement & fundraising-Tracks, analyzes, and reports on key performance indicators, using them to drive decision making and resource allocation-Update Mountain Family’s website through WordPress; completed a full website redesign focused on… Show more -Spearhead the creation and implementation of 360° communications and marketing campaigns for multiple departments to include print, digital, radio, social media, Google ads, “Healthbeat” newsletter and press releases for increased engagement & fundraising-Tracks, analyzes, and reports on key performance indicators, using them to drive decision making and resource allocation-Update Mountain Family’s website through WordPress; completed a full website redesign focused on UX/CX-Cultivate and build upon the organization’s existing base of funders and donors, with a focus on stewardship of small donors to support the annual fund-Maintain all aspects of development records and donor reports, including managing data migration to ensure accuracy of donation history for four fiscal years and 300 donor records-Manage logistics of event planning and promotion, including harmonizing event schedule, selecting speakers, authoring speeches, creating print and digital collateral, and synchronizing vendorsActing Director of Development 1/2023-8/2023-In collaboration with CEO and CFO, developed and implemented strategic development and communications plan, resulting in exceeding fiscal-year fundraising goal by 15%-Supervised all contracted consultants, including recruitment of new consultants and vendors to ensure alignment with the departmental goals and budget parameters-Authored twice yearly direct solicitation and cultivation mailings for all donors and prospects; complete analysis of the appeal and update strategies for next appeal-Worked closely with Grants Manager and CFO on grant acquisition, research, and reporting-Utilized Monday.com, Teams, Zoom, and the Google Workspace to collaborate with remote staff, stakeholders, and partner organizations, responsively managing complex projects with diverse teams -Created, tracked, and reported the department’s budget and expenses, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and making dynamic adjustments based on KPIs Show less

-Developed and maintained comprehensive staff schedules, accommodating the diverse availability of a team of 15 employees-Conducted interviews and facilitated training programs for new hires, while overseeing performance improvement plans for existing staff-Cultivated a supportive and positive work environment, promoting teamwork and employee well-being.-Addressed and resolved customer concerns and issues promptly, and designed staff training programs focused on effective resolution… Show more -Developed and maintained comprehensive staff schedules, accommodating the diverse availability of a team of 15 employees-Conducted interviews and facilitated training programs for new hires, while overseeing performance improvement plans for existing staff-Cultivated a supportive and positive work environment, promoting teamwork and employee well-being.-Addressed and resolved customer concerns and issues promptly, and designed staff training programs focused on effective resolution strategies-Managed inventory and procurement for liquor, beer, wine, and front-of-house supplies, ensuring optimal stock levels and cost control-Provided staff with education on current trends in alcohol consumption and food service techniques**, enhancing overall service quality-Created seasonal drink menus, resulting in a 20% increase in liquor sales-Liaised with various vendors to secure supplies and update product selections, ensuring the highest quality offerings-Led management and staff meetings, including the preparation of agendas and the establishment of clear meeting objectives Show less

-Developed and implemented innovative, age-appropriate programming for youth ages 10-14, addressing participant needs and strengths-Established supportive working relationships with community-based organizations, city recreation departments, and school personnel-Recruited youth to the Stepping Stones youth drop-in center, increasing program participation-Maintained open communication with the Assistant Director regarding program development, activities, and operations-Collected… Show more -Developed and implemented innovative, age-appropriate programming for youth ages 10-14, addressing participant needs and strengths-Established supportive working relationships with community-based organizations, city recreation departments, and school personnel-Recruited youth to the Stepping Stones youth drop-in center, increasing program participation-Maintained open communication with the Assistant Director regarding program development, activities, and operations-Collected and reported data as required, ensuring compliance and transparency-Repaired and cultivated relationships with community partners by finding common ground, demonstrating integrity, and fostering equal partnerships for student success-Leveraged industry trends to create engaging social media content, including photos, posts, and fundraisers-Managed staff consisting of two full time staff members, one postgraduate intern, three high school interns, and several volunteers, setting clear expectations for student care and safety protocols - Enhanced donor relationships through tours and one-on-one meetings during a capital campaign to remodel youth and young adult centers-Collaborated with the Operations Manager on grant applications and donor appreciation campaigns, partnering with consultants on donor acquisition and retention strategies-Supported staff through professional development, delegating tasks and responsibilities to ensure a balance of challenging assignments and skill-building opportunities-Oversaw performance improvement plans for staff, ensuring successful completion and timely intervention when necessary-Developed comprehensive youth programs, including events, activities, overnight trips, digital shifts during COVID-19, family and community support, relationship building with external partners, and effective communication with parents Show less

-Collaborated with diverse schools and youth programs across Aspen, CO to Parachute, CO, fostering community engagement.- Authored and managed grants, maintaining the grant calendar and achieving a 100% acceptance rate, securing $90-$100,000 annually.-Developed and managed the Young Stewards Initiative budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic allocation of funds.-Created, revised, piloted, and analyzed an evaluation model for youth participants, enhancing program… Show more -Collaborated with diverse schools and youth programs across Aspen, CO to Parachute, CO, fostering community engagement.- Authored and managed grants, maintaining the grant calendar and achieving a 100% acceptance rate, securing $90-$100,000 annually.-Developed and managed the Young Stewards Initiative budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic allocation of funds.-Created, revised, piloted, and analyzed an evaluation model for youth participants, enhancing program effectiveness-Oversaw youth volunteer database and program tracking systems, ensuring accurate data collection and reporting.-Designed and implemented program curriculum, both in classroom settings and on trails, providing comprehensive educational experiences-Created a paid internship program for high school students, in collaboration with other two non-profit organizations-Partnered with land managers (USFS, BLM, CPW), and local governments to create and execute trail and outdoor projects-Collaborated with the Marketing Coordinator to produce newsletter articles, website content, and social media campaigns, enhancing outreach efforts-Recruited, hired, and trained new staff members, supporting program staff expansion and development; managed a personnel consisting of one full time staff, eight high school interns, and numerous child and adult volunteers -Communicated with adult leaders to set clear expectations for service work projects and multi-night camping trips, ensuring smooth operations-Maintained a safe environment during trail building and maintenance, utilizing hand tools with youth and adult volunteers-Led RFOV’s partnership in the Garfield County Outdoors, Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) grant funding, eventually piloting three new and expanding two existing programs after successfully receiving three year grant totaling $200,000-Supported staff in achieving personal and professional goals, providing guidance through meetings, one-on-ones, and continuous communication Show less

Program Coordination-Provide operational and logistic support for Education programs such as arranging meetings, transportation, meals-Coordinate the cross-departmental programming and supervise day-to-day activities of students for the Rose Ellen Gardener Internship program-Support NatureWorks (CIC’s K-12 in-classroom and in-field environmental education) program administration-Coordinate volunteer projects and supervise volunteers in support of Education and other department… Show more Program Coordination-Provide operational and logistic support for Education programs such as arranging meetings, transportation, meals-Coordinate the cross-departmental programming and supervise day-to-day activities of students for the Rose Ellen Gardener Internship program-Support NatureWorks (CIC’s K-12 in-classroom and in-field environmental education) program administration-Coordinate volunteer projects and supervise volunteers in support of Education and other department projects-Assist with program promotion and grant writing working with the Communications and Marketing teamEnvironmental Education-Support Education Specialists with environmental education programs, including new program development, delivery, and assessment, including NatureWorks, Naturalist Training, and additional community and school outreach programs-Lead interpretive tours of the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden and other sites, and assist the visiting public as needed-Deliver Naturalist Training (CIC’s “train the trainer” program for adults within the Avalon community) sessionsOffice Management-Support the Director of Education and Education staff as a whole in multiple administrative areas such as budgeting, project tracking, reporting, internal and external communications, staff coordination and scheduling, and purchasing-Manage the Education Department accounts payable system including voucher submission, petty cash, credit card reporting, and employee expense reporting Show less

National service work program for young adults ages 18-24 to work in teams of 10-12 people in areas of environmental conservation, disaster work, urban renewal, infrastructure improvement, and energy conservation for a variety of sponsoring organizations within a regionProject Outreach Liaison-Identified and lead Independent Service Projects (ISPs) to increase team members’ engagement in communities served-Partnered with team members to promote, recruit, and execute a Community… Show more National service work program for young adults ages 18-24 to work in teams of 10-12 people in areas of environmental conservation, disaster work, urban renewal, infrastructure improvement, and energy conservation for a variety of sponsoring organizations within a regionProject Outreach Liaison-Identified and lead Independent Service Projects (ISPs) to increase team members’ engagement in communities served-Partnered with team members to promote, recruit, and execute a Community Service Day-Partnered with various organizations to create service days and opportunities-Tracked quantifiable data from ISPs and Community Service Days Assistant Team Leader-Led AmeriCorps team in Team Leader’s absence, including managing the daily schedule, fostering communication between teammates, acting as a liaison between the sponsoring organization and the team, and developing group activities during down time-Assisted Team Leader with project and funds management, as well as logistics for daily supplies on and off the worksite -Supervised team members on worksite and motivate team members to reaching individual goals-Facilitated and schedule effective team meetings, including scripting an agenda, taking notes, and addressing group concernsEnvironmental Liaison-Educated team about sustainable practices including water conservation, composting, and energy conservation-Facilitated group activities to encourage conservation-Tracked quantifiable data concerning water, energy, and food waste produced or consumed by the team Show less

As a full time intern, my main goal was be a flexible and supportive staff member, as well as successfully manage my workload.-Regulated and developed current and new social media webpages for multiple programs-Wrote blogs using Blogger for Bergen LEADS and VCBC-Organized meeting minutes and scheduling for the Bergen County VOAD Long Term Recovery Committee, a multi-stakeholder group comprised of organizations willing to be active in Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts in Bergen… Show more As a full time intern, my main goal was be a flexible and supportive staff member, as well as successfully manage my workload.-Regulated and developed current and new social media webpages for multiple programs-Wrote blogs using Blogger for Bergen LEADS and VCBC-Organized meeting minutes and scheduling for the Bergen County VOAD Long Term Recovery Committee, a multi-stakeholder group comprised of organizations willing to be active in Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts in Bergen County-General administrative support*I have attended a Facebook Page creation and management Webinar Session at the Meadowlands Chamber of Commerce Show less

As a Community Assistant, I oversaw 48 residents to ensure their comfort in the residence hall, as well as assisting in the development of a safe floor community.-Fostered and stimulated the educational and emotional growth of resident students by completing successful monthly programs -Maintained a safe and secure environment for resident students through policy enforcement and room inspections-Coordinated forms, reports, and documentations-Mediated conflicts between… Show more As a Community Assistant, I oversaw 48 residents to ensure their comfort in the residence hall, as well as assisting in the development of a safe floor community.-Fostered and stimulated the educational and emotional growth of resident students by completing successful monthly programs -Maintained a safe and secure environment for resident students through policy enforcement and room inspections-Coordinated forms, reports, and documentations-Mediated conflicts between residents and roommates by collectively gathering non-biased facts and providing agreeable resolutions-Led programming and floor meetings to address needs of residents and community as a whole Show less