Ellen Kellner Email & Phone Number

Charlottesville, Va, Us

Charlottesville, Virginia Area

Originated the role of the Institute’s Events & Logistics Manager. The Manager plans, executes, and maintains the budget for all events including conferences, philanthropy gatherings, board meetings, and special events. Events have included the U.S. based International Symposium (750 participants, $203,000 F&B in 2018); international events with His Holiness the Dalai Lama in Montreal, Botswana, and India; the first-ever Zoom virtual event with His Holiness (viewed by 1.4 million); yearly week-long academic symposia ($354,000 budget, 160 participants); pre-pandemic regional events in the United States; and, return to post-pandemic domestic and international events integrating new protocols in alignment with a Duty of Care. Successfully pivoted to online events in 2020 as Zoom Director and digital events manager for multi-day and single event programs, managing 12 virtual events, including 75 separate sessions, reaching 2.2 million live attendees during the first year of the pandemic (March 2020-March 2021). Gained Cvent Event Management Platform Certification, Pandemic On-Site Certification, and Advanced Event Design & Strategy Certification, plus on-going learning in creating inclusive spaces and events (ADA, dietary/allergy, LGBTQIA+, global audience).With an emphasis on participant experience and stewardship, events consistently receive "Extremely Satisfied" ratings and positive guest comments prompting continued engagement. Cost containing measures and savings are regularly gained through negotiation and creative planning, consistently achieving 20% under budget. “We wish to thank you wholeheartedly for all the care that you granted us. Everything ran so smoothly and effortlessly. We are well aware that we owe this feeling exclusively to your hard work, permanent attention and foresight. There is this often overseen correlation between the seeming simplicity of a result and the complex and effortful background activity. You & your team did an admirable job!”

Arlington, Va

Oversaw multiple organization-wide projects that improved executive and institutional functions. Projects included researching and guiding the implementation of best practices for the Institute’s intern career landing page and Linkedin career page to maximize the conversion of intern seekers to successful applicants; coordinated the development phase and roll-out of a new communications brand narrative that was aligned with the organization’s vision and strategy; and guided the change-management of several IT projects including a new budget reconciliation system in collaboration with the Finance team, KnowWho CRM platform which involved eliciting feedback and then adjusting training and communications, and the initial stages of the Institute’s conversion to Salesforce. Projects crossed numerous teams and program areas and tapped my organizational and management skills.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Served as executive assistant to the president of a $16 million non-profit, helping to execute numerous directives, manage strategic projects, and assist in the on-going functions of a C-level office. Having previously worked at the Institute as Director of Student Applications, I returned to support the president whom I had previously served when she was vice-president. The position was created in lead-up to the launch of a capital campaign and 50th-anniversary gala to which I was part of the event execution team.Key aspects of the EA position included supporting internal, external, and board relationships plus managing the president’s task priority list by monitoring all communications and meetings. In addition to creating the master PowerPoint and Keynote presentations for key stakeholder visits, was also responsible for managing the annual board book process. As a fully trusted ally to the president, was privy to daily communications and meetings and was a consultant on communications and other sensitive matters.In recognition of my contributions to the larger organization, gained the role of Internal Communications Consultant. Responsibilities included writing and compiling a monthly internal SharePoint newsletter, conducting supervisor trainings, heading an Intranet Advisory Group, creating Keynote presentations for all-staff programs, leading programs on professional and organizational development, and serving as a resource to staff in matters of communication and culture.

Based From Greater Washington Dc

Encouraging transformative experiences for families and individuals by creating new possibilities that are in alignment with their desired outcomes. Special area of focus on mindful divorce parenting: www.anewdivorce.com Author, The Pro-Child Way®: Parenting with an ExBio: Ellen’s Pro-Child message and techniques have been seen in print, on the web, and heard on radio and discussed in personal and group workshop sessions. As a Huffington Post Blogger, an Expert with The National Association of Divorce for Women and Children, and a contributor to Cutting Edge Law, she inspires other divorced parents and law professionals to nurture the child’s spirit - even through divorce. In Summer 2014, Ellen took her mindful divorce method to a broader audience through Omega Institute's inaugural weekend workshop on mindful divorce. Additional engagements include being an invited speaker for the Employee Assistance Program at the U.S. State Department and conducting online co-parenting classes at the county level. Ellen shares her Pro-Child tactics with parents who are looking for a conscientious method to divorced parenting.

In addition to being a content contributor to CuttingEdgeLaw.com on mindful divorce parenting, a free-lance consultant responsible for various internal functions of the organization. Compiled and designed the multi-page press kit for founder J. Kim Wright and designed front materials for cross-country speaking tour for her book Lawyers as Peacemakers, a flagship publication of the American Bar Association. Encapsulated next-level reorganization of CEL into a Keynote presentation for key stakeholders. Received training in Holacracy management and spiral dynamics integral as a way to support the organization.

Faculty for Omega Institute’s inaugural workshop on mindful divorce. Co-facilitated a 3-day residential program on redefining divorce by offering tools and tips related to mindful divorce parenting. Omega Institute is “the nation’s most trusted source for wellness and personal growth.”

Hershey, Pa

Licensed profession which requires criminal background check, continuing education requirements, and passage of State licensing exam (97.7%). Earned Cartus Relocation Specialist designation. Recipient of 2006 and 2007 Greater Hbg Assoc of Realtors Winner’s Circle top 15%; Coldwell Banker 2005 and 2006 Bronze Excellence Awards; Service Excellence Awards; and, Outstanding Performance Rewards. Consistently performed above market average in Days on Market, List to Sales Price Ratio, and closed transactions percent. Member National Assoc of Realtors. Effective work required ongoing database design and maintenance, accounting, and marketing, plus maintaining relationships with vendors and other professionals.

Hershey, Pa

Owned and managed 16 room inn for eight years, supervising and training over 30 employees, later selling the seven-figure turn-key operation at twice original value. Gained Labor and Industry approval of crafted architectural designs and then worked closely with all construction aspects resulting in the significant expansion of 1920's facilities into a modern inn.Responsible for all aspects of Inn operation including: event management, business and marketing plan, personnel hiring and management of seasonal and long-term employees, office management, database creation and maintenance, facilities management, space design, inventory, and project manager of all construction and renovations. Served on the executive board of the Hershey business association plus an active board member of the Hershey Area Playhouse, significantly increasing the impact of both organizations.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Managed the growth, marketing, and application process of week-long summer seminars for university students that were held on various US college campuses. Responsible for planning marketing strategy within budget and accountable for the quality and quantity of students per dollar spent. Supervised and coordinated with other program staff to ensure successful programs. Grew program participation by 89% while reducing cost per attendee by 39%. Additional responsibilities included designing and maintaining the organizational database and creating and maintaining measurement reports across the various Institute programs.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Assisted the Director of Personnel in all aspects of human resources including guiding new hires, benefits, creation of the first employee manual, and record keeping. Grew and managed the Institute’s internship program that involved recruitment, selection, placement, training, and supervision of 40-60 college students per semester, resulting in guiding 200+ interns in all aspects of office mechanics and effective research support. On AEI’s website, an intern I recruited and trained gave an endorsement stating that his “internship was one of the most formative summers of my whole life.” This former intern went on to become chief of staff for a US Senator.