Elizabeth Marks Email & Phone Number

Fairfield, Ct, Us

DIRECTOR, BOARD RELATIONSReport to: CEO and Executive Director• Responsible for the strategic focus and full engagement of the Board of Directors at USA for UNHCR. USA for UNHCR is governed by an engaging and cohesive Board of Directors who share a commitment to the goals and objectives of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). With an extensive knowledge base and various expertise the Board provides advice on policy, advocacy, fundraising and programming.• Oversee the organizational structure for USA for UNHCR’s Advisory Councils and Coalitions, including; the Board Alumni Network, Data Advisory Board, Global Advisory Council, Humanitarian Coalition, and the Islamic Philanthropy Council. • Build strong productive relationships with a wide variety of diverse stakeholders across the organization in order to ensure committees and volunteers are highly effective in carrying out their purpose and able to engage and develop the highest caliber experience.• Ensure governance best practices are harmonized and promulgated throughout USA for UNHCR and the various committees (Executive Committee, Nominating Committee, Program Committee and Finance Committee), and other committees, task forces, working groups, and advisory boards of the organization.

Executive Office, Board of Directors

Greater New York City Area

DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING AND ENGAGEMENTReport to: CEO and Executive Director, Chief Development OfficerDirect Reports: Program Manager and Coordinator of Community Fundraising and EventsExpertise:• Develop, implement and oversee all aspects of community fundraising and engagement strategy.• Mentor direct reports and nurture next generation of non-profit leaders.• Collaborate with internal and global colleagues to expand the organization’s initiatives and reach.Notable Achievements:• Grew peer to peer program infrastructure from inception into full UNHCR global implementation and worldwide fundraising strategies.• Expanded engagement from zero infrastructure and participation to 100% involvement in every state with a doubling of volunteer-driven action annually.• Key stakeholder in the development of organization’s strategic framework and values. • Brand ambassador, speaker and panelist on refugee issues within US communities representing the organization and community fundraising initiatives at global events and conferences.• Built national community initiatives, including Read4Refugees, Refugee Friends Giving, Hope for the Holidays, Step with Refugees and Step with Jillian (Michaels).

ARTIST, INTERIOR ARCHITECT & DESIGNER • Creator and actively manage boutique art and design firm.• Artwork is showcased and sold in galleries, design venues, restaurants and retail venues. • Notable showings include Art Basel, Miami 2015, SCOPE Digital Art Display, Louvre Museum, Paris France 2017.

Westport, Ct

DIRECTOR CORPORATE RELATIONS AND SPECIAL EVENTS, 2013 - 2015Expertise:• Built and grew the corporate giving program by cultivating a network of high net worth donors and corporations.• Collaborated with artistic, management and board leadership to identify production and programs to match funders' philanthropic priorities.Notable Achievements:• Generated $2.5M+ through fundraising events and sponsorships.• Recruited corporate sponsorships for all programming for the 2015 and 2016 seasons.

Westport Connecticut, United States

DIRECTOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND SPECIAL EVENTS, 2013 - 2015Expertise:• Spearheaded execution of fundraising events to advance audience and revenue growth.• Elevated mission awareness espousing the value of theater to the community.Notable Achievements:• Generated $2.5M+ through fundraising events.• Created events which raised significant funding to send 1,000+ children in low income areas to experience live theatre.

CHIEF OF STAFF (ACTING)Report to: Executive Vice President (EVP) Regional Operations & MarketingDirect Reports: 12 Country Managers, including Brazil, Australia, Mexico, South Korea and others, and collaborated with senior leaders in the Office of the Chairman/CEO, Finance, Government Relations, Communications and Investor Relations.Expertise:• Supported line of business that generated ~10% of MetLife’s global earnings across 16 countries.• Managed daily operations of EVP office, including communications, travel, speeches, briefings, expectations, requirements, budgets ($10M+) and accruals.• Performed role of business/research analyst focused on organization and strategic planning.• Orchestrated global meetings across 8 different time zones involving 15 languages.Notable Achievements:• Recognized globally as organization leader and go-to person for division.• Facilitated the top priority programs sponsored by Chairman and CEO, including a week-long conference in Maui with the top producers from around the world.• Key participant in the organization restructure and strategic planning for the merger of Metlife with AIG, including global stakeholder meetings.

New York, Ny

SENIOR BUSINESS AND OPERATIONS MANAGERReport to: Co-Founding PartnersExpertise:• Oversaw the execution of complex, sensitive and deadline-driven projects.• Key point person for communications between CEO office and parent company Omnicom.• Managed New York office operations and support staff to Managing Directors and Founders.Notable Achievements:• Executed high level corporate and government events, including Hillary Clinton and a momentous trip for John McCain and company to Vietnam.

Mfa, Interior Architecture & Design

Ba, Art History & Visual Arts

Activities and Societies: Alpha Epsilon Phi

Business Administration & Drafting

Art And Architecture Of Italy