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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Direct the day-to-day management of fundraising operations and donor engagement activities for a $20 million non-profit organization. Facilitate the organization's fundraising by managing and overseeing campaign strategies and activities, tracking and presenting fundraising progress towards strategic goals, and analyzing data to advance future fundraising strategies.• Oversaw the strategy and execution of the annual fund campaign, raising a record $1 million.• Managed the execution of… Show more Direct the day-to-day management of fundraising operations and donor engagement activities for a $20 million non-profit organization. Facilitate the organization's fundraising by managing and overseeing campaign strategies and activities, tracking and presenting fundraising progress towards strategic goals, and analyzing data to advance future fundraising strategies.• Oversaw the strategy and execution of the annual fund campaign, raising a record $1 million.• Managed the execution of the annual fundraising dinner that raised $3.35 million in revenue, exceeding the strategic goal by $500,000.• Analyzed and presented historical year-end annual fund giving trends, developed and managed a year-end stewardship strategy which resulted in 20% more in revenue than the year prior.• Improved processes to streamline and automate donation processing, acknowledgment, and financial reconciliation. Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Coordinated the operations of all fundraising campaigns for the organization. Ensured successful stewardship and cultivation of prospects and donors by performing research through wealth screenings and historical CRM data. Supported the execution of the annual fundraising dinner, including coordinating and collaborating with fundraising consultants on the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of law firms and corporations. Executed all administrative roles and responsibilities relating… Show more Coordinated the operations of all fundraising campaigns for the organization. Ensured successful stewardship and cultivation of prospects and donors by performing research through wealth screenings and historical CRM data. Supported the execution of the annual fundraising dinner, including coordinating and collaborating with fundraising consultants on the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of law firms and corporations. Executed all administrative roles and responsibilities relating to the nomination, engagement, and stewardship of the Board of Directors and the non-fiduciary Board of Counselors. Assisted in the coordination of regional events, including overseeing the invitation, RSVP, and post-event follow-up process. • Led a cross-functional team in conducting research and reports for approximately 200 external meetings per year.• Managed the organization’s tax receipt process for over 750 acknowledgments annually to ensure timely stewardship of donors and compliance with the tax requirements of a 501(c)3. Show less

Greater New York City Area

Designed, marketed, and distributed promotional material for all main stage productions. Processed payments for all independent contractors. Managed the FileMaker Pro Student Database containing confidential information of over 2,000 students. Managed preparedness of all facilities for classes and performances, including five studios and two theaters.

Greater Chicago Area

Collaborated with the General Manager to create the $6.5 million annual budget and managed the department’s monthly reconciliation of expenses. Provided finance-related support to the Operations Team, including processing payroll to 120 employees, tracking A/P and A/R in Sage Peachtree, and filing federal tax exemption paperwork for international tours. Maintained the Microsoft Access Repertoire Database to track performance details for grant applications and reports. Supported the General… Show more Collaborated with the General Manager to create the $6.5 million annual budget and managed the department’s monthly reconciliation of expenses. Provided finance-related support to the Operations Team, including processing payroll to 120 employees, tracking A/P and A/R in Sage Peachtree, and filing federal tax exemption paperwork for international tours. Maintained the Microsoft Access Repertoire Database to track performance details for grant applications and reports. Supported the General Manager in the licensing and contracting of artists, music rights, and performance venues. Submitted six successful O-1B visa petitions for international artists and streamlined the process for future petitions. Served as core team member in supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion initiative in partnership with artEquity activist organization. Show less

Chautauqua, New York

Processed and maintained financial documentation of all company expenses using QuickBooks and AS400. Coordinated IT services for theater and administration offices. Assisted with the processing of payroll for Equity actors. Managed weekly union equity payments. Served as Office Manager in areas of office organization, supplies, and signage.

Greater Chicago Area

Performed prospect research for potential sponsors, foundations, and donors. Assisted with event logistics for high-end special events. Updated Tessitura database with event activity, RSVPs, and contributions. Created and sent donor acknowledgments and solicitation letters. Drafted personalized correspondences to donors and sponsors. Performed weekly research for prospective grant opportunities.

Chautauqua Institution, Ny

• Record all company expenses into QuickBooks• Assist with processing payroll for Equity actors• Attended all strategic planning meetings with leadership and drafted a five-year strategic plan for company• Manage office supplies and organization• House manage all main stage productions