Esther Chase Email & Phone Number

Simplicity is the key to great design. Whether it’s your brand, your website, or the way you structure your workflow, we can make it a great experience. We provide online marketing services to artists, freelancers, startups, and nonprofits using the latest technology for the best return on investment. We want to help you establish a confident, strategic, and purpose-driven online presence.• Logo design and brand creation• Mobile-friendly web design• Storytelling and portrait… Show more Simplicity is the key to great design. Whether it’s your brand, your website, or the way you structure your workflow, we can make it a great experience. We provide online marketing services to artists, freelancers, startups, and nonprofits using the latest technology for the best return on investment. We want to help you establish a confident, strategic, and purpose-driven online presence.• Logo design and brand creation• Mobile-friendly web design• Storytelling and portrait photography• Email and social media marketing• Digital and print advertising• Style management facilitation• Expert web content writing• Effective search engine optimization• Website and database integration• Cloud-based office setup• Online work process improvement• Nonprofit capacity building• https://chasedigitalsolutions.com Show less

Los Angeles, California, United States

Our mission is to empower consumers with the knowledge and tools to make informed, sustainable choices. Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, we promote environmental responsibility and a circular economy.

UU Santa Monica is a welcoming congregation, a green sanctuary, and a designated peace site. Founded in 1927, we are a member of the Unitarian Universalist Association.Highlights:• Discover opportunities for developing multicultural and antiracist communications 🤝• Redesign and manage our weekly announcements via email marketing 💌• Develop our annual interfaith social media calendar 🕊️• Set up our weekly Facebook + YouTube livestreams with Castr, archive recordings 📺

Highlights:• Design a new online giving page with our existing payment processing platform 💝• Migrate our events/rentals calendars to Google using the room resources feature 🗓️• Collaborate with a member/donor to care for sanctuary plants 🌿• Train my successor in-person and online before returning to remote communications 👩‍💻

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Forest Park & La Grange, Il

Established as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency in 1987, Literacy Volunteers of Western Cook County provides free literacy education to adults through a network of trained volunteers in suburban Cook County and the Austin neighborhood of Chicago.• Approve major organizational decisions, commitments, and plans• Formulate, review, and approve organizational budgets • Evaluate progress toward financial and program goals• Perform and teach secretary and treasurer duties•… Show more Established as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency in 1987, Literacy Volunteers of Western Cook County provides free literacy education to adults through a network of trained volunteers in suburban Cook County and the Austin neighborhood of Chicago.• Approve major organizational decisions, commitments, and plans• Formulate, review, and approve organizational budgets • Evaluate progress toward financial and program goals• Perform and teach secretary and treasurer duties• Design and implement an intentional fundraising plan with a diverse donor base• Use our Bloomerang fundraising platform to understand giving history and trends• Obtain operational and program grants• Raise at least $10,000 in unrestricted revenue each year• Cultivate donor relationships to retain and grow gifts over time• Facilitate board involvement in donor relationship building• From 2013-2017, raised $348,543: $178,815 in contributions and $169,728 in volunteer hrs.• Embrace change and build a sense of urgency for progress toward achieving our vision• Manage a $30k annual budget with 2 micro-time employees and 30+ volunteers• Continuously monitor and prune administrative costs for financial stability• Use volunteer resources to develop new initiatives alongside program maintenance efforts• Foster partnerships with local libraries to support recruitment and utilize public space• Maintain a presence in our service area using a cloud-based office and 3 co-working spaces • Create and disseminate an organizational e-newsletter (Constant Contact)• Plan and schedule promotional social media messages (Buffer & Hootsuite)• Manage digital communications systems (Google for Work)• Build and manage the LVWCC website (Joomla! & WordPress) Show less

Ephrata, Pa

The Ephrata Public Library is a physical and virtual community center with a mission to provide resources and promote opportunities for everyone seeking to improve, change, enrich, and enjoy their lives. The Library offers free access to information reflecting differing viewpoints in order to support an open and democratic society.• Develop awareness of the Library’s mission and its value as a change-agent in the community• Develop and sustain partnerships with community leaders… Show more The Ephrata Public Library is a physical and virtual community center with a mission to provide resources and promote opportunities for everyone seeking to improve, change, enrich, and enjoy their lives. The Library offers free access to information reflecting differing viewpoints in order to support an open and democratic society.• Develop awareness of the Library’s mission and its value as a change-agent in the community• Develop and sustain partnerships with community leaders, nonprofits, and local businesses• Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan with capital campaigns and major gifts• Write grants, execute contracts, and compile reports• Secure ongoing financial support from individuals, foundations, and corporations• Oversee a multi-phase capital improvement project with a general contractor• Oversee the operation of a used bookstore with a manager and volunteer cashiers• Oversee special events and ensure promotional reach• Collaborate with local nonprofits to share fundraising events with a public audience• Manage a full-time development coordinator and a part-time custodian Show less

Berwyn, Il

Formed in 1970, the Pav YMCA is a member-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. YMCAs are for people of all faiths, races, ages, incomes, and abilities.As Director of Marketing, I actively promoted YMCA membership and programs, led member recruitment, supported member retention, led strategic marketing campaigns, implemented The Y™ brand, and employed the For a better us.™… Show more Formed in 1970, the Pav YMCA is a member-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. YMCAs are for people of all faiths, races, ages, incomes, and abilities.As Director of Marketing, I actively promoted YMCA membership and programs, led member recruitment, supported member retention, led strategic marketing campaigns, implemented The Y™ brand, and employed the For a better us.™ nationwide campaign. As Director of Financial Development, I produced engaging fundraising campaigns with a focus on annual fund strategy. Between both roles, I managed a $50,000 annual budget.FY18 Accomplishments:• Secured $100,000 in grant funding for general operations and capital improvements• Assisted in the stewardship of a $15,000 major gift; the single-largest gift from any donor• Supported a team of volunteers to beat previous fundraising results for the last 3 event cyclesFY17 Marketing Accomplishments:• Implemented a digital promotion monitor in the lobby with a television and Chrome Bit device• Implemented a brand-aligning website with future online membership/program registration• Passed the 2016 Y-USA brand re-certification requirement• Worked with our Finance Director to get a production-quality machine for in-house printing• Revamped the department budget to include systems support for marketing and fundraising• https://www.pavymca.org | https://events.pavymca.org | https://donate.pavymca.orgFY17 Financial Development Accomplishments:• Secured $10,000 in marketing support through a grant from The Arthur Foundation• Secured $3,000 in swim lesson funding through a grant from Y-USA• Worked with board members to reinstate $2,000 in annual local foundation funding• Created “Where the Money Goes” infographic for annual campaign scholarship impact• Implemented a new peer-to-peer and crowdfunding platform for board and staff campaigns Show less

Berwyn, Il

As a driving force behind a vibrant and diverse community, the Berwyn Public Library strives to offer a stimulating sanctuary where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together to discover a love of lifelong learning. • Developed and maintained the Lucy A. Barahona adult literacy collection• Provided curriculum support and professional development to local literacy programs• Coordinated the library's adult learning programs: ESL, Citizenship, and GED• Became an… Show more As a driving force behind a vibrant and diverse community, the Berwyn Public Library strives to offer a stimulating sanctuary where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together to discover a love of lifelong learning. • Developed and maintained the Lucy A. Barahona adult literacy collection• Provided curriculum support and professional development to local literacy programs• Coordinated the library's adult learning programs: ESL, Citizenship, and GED• Became an official Pearson VUE GED testing center; generated $2,476 in revenue• Assisted our Emergent Technologies Librarian with BerwynLibrary.org maintenance in Drupal• Wrote grants to fund adult learning programs and technology ($30,694)• Coordinated and taught adult ESL at Berwyn School Districts 98 and 100• Coordinated the Adult Volunteer and Community Service Program ($37,541 in volunteer hrs.)• Coordinated the Homebound Delivery Program• Planned and emceed promotional events to attract and engage new library users• Planned and shared thematic storytimes with preschool classes Show less

Chicago, Il

Founded in 1963, Openlands protects the natural and open spaces of northeastern Illinois and the surrounding region to ensure cleaner air and water, protect natural habitats and wildlife, and help balance and enrich our lives.• Researched potential funding sources: foundations, corporations, and individual donors• Drafted case statements for suggesting potential grantmakers to development staff• Assisted in processing donations, acknowledgments, and reports (DonorPerfect… Show more Founded in 1963, Openlands protects the natural and open spaces of northeastern Illinois and the surrounding region to ensure cleaner air and water, protect natural habitats and wildlife, and help balance and enrich our lives.• Researched potential funding sources: foundations, corporations, and individual donors• Drafted case statements for suggesting potential grantmakers to development staff• Assisted in processing donations, acknowledgments, and reports (DonorPerfect Online)• Assisted in event logistics for a 900-seat luncheon Show less

Western Springs, Il

• Designed an ESL program matrix and curriculum of courses in speaking, reading, and writing • Provided small group instruction at all levels, from beginner speaking to TOEFL prep• Partnered with La Grange School District 102 to offer parent ESL offsite• Partnered with Accurate Partitions Corp. to offer workplace ESL offsite

Hinsdale, Il

• Prepared and repaired media for circulation, created new database records• Withdrew media from circulation and updated library database• Tracked additions and deletions from library collection

Brookfield, Il

• Fielded reference questions at the adult and youth services desks• Requested interlibrary loan materials for patrons; complete paperwork• Participated in adult collection development of selected fiction and non-fiction sections• Created an adult ESL collection• Instructed computer and internet literacy classes• Planned and provided bilingual Spanish/English family storytimes with a bilingual volunteer• Created bibliographies, displays, and flyers

Lyons, Il

• Supervised circulation staff and pages one night per week • Served adult and youth patrons at the circulation and reference desks • Performed computer and internet tutorials • Made regular adult fiction purchases • Placed orders with vendors for library media• Created on-order records using MilAcq software • Physically prepared media for circulation • Checked-in new periodicals and oversaw archives• Prepared U.S. Passport applications

Erie, Pennsylvania

• Researched transferred properties• Updated real estate database

Erie, Pennsylvania

• Worked 2nd/3rd shift around college course schedule• Operated injection molding machines• Inspected, trimmed and packaged products• Trained new laborers

Erie, Pennsylvania

• Worked summers while in college; received two raises and inclusion in company profit sharing• Answered 6-line telephone system with average daily call volume of 200• Generated series of simple questions to route calls• Steadily improved professional communication skills

Corry, Pennsylvania

• Worked summers and winters in college student work program• Led teams of 2-3 people per station• Trained new laborers• Operated cutting and trimming machines for polyurethane foam pieces from production line• Operated packing machines for prepared polyurethane foam pieces• Ran label-making software for packages

Bachelor Of Arts In English, Professional Communications

Founded in the Catholic faith, Gannon University welcomes people of all faiths and beliefs who strive to make professional and personal.

Continuing Education, Search Engine Optimization And Website Design

Yoast SEO is a search engine optimization company that provides training and tools to help web designers and developers display their.

Continuing Education, Nature Writing

Foundations of Nature Writing (online) https://mortonarb.org/explore/activities/adult-programs/foundations-nature-writing-online/

Continuing Education, Fundraising

Forefront is an Illinois membership association for nonprofits, grantmakers, public agencies, advisors, and allies. They provide.

Continuing Education, Website Development

OS Training teaches people how to build great websites, focusing on PHP platforms such as WordPress, Joomla, Magento, and Drupal. Drupal.

Continuing Education, Teaching English As A Second Language (Esl)

ESL 6631: Introduction to the Adult ESL Learner: Developing Reading and Writing Skills ESL 6634: Introduction to the Adult ESL Learner.

Continuing Education, Spanish Language And Literature

• Elementary Spanish I • Elementary Spanish II

Education record

Activities and Societies: Football Cheerleader, Wrestling Cheerleader, Track & Field (100m hurdles, 300m hurdles, 100m dash).

Regional Summer School Of Excellence In Environmental Science

The Regional Summer School of Excellence (RSSE) is an intensive two-week summer ecological seminar for 40 high school juniors recommended.

Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week

Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week (PFEW) is a week-long summer program that offers incoming high school juniors and seniors a unique.