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Madison, Wisconsin, United States

Stewarded a portfolio of mid-level and monthly donors, deepening their relationship to the organization's work to provide nutrition security in 16 SW WI counties by leading tours and providing updates on our work. Managed relationship with direct mail vendor. Interim support for grants and corporate sponsorships.

United States

Automated gift processing, record cleanup, and donor communications in Raiser’s Edge, resulting in greater accuracy and time savings. Cut costs on our biggest annual mailing via improved segmentation and increased digital presence. Streamlined and updated our website, improved our Guidestar rating from Silver to Platinum, and implemented a social media content management system.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

Implemented the full spectrum of fundraising strategies, including grant-writing, corporate sponsorships, grassroots individual fundraising, and major gifts. Grew individual donor base by over 30% and exceeded individual giving goal by 9% by implementing new digital and in-person supporter cultivation strategies and integrating marketing/communications with fundraising activities. Secured sponsorships for the annual conference.

Hunt Valley, Maryland

Provided exceptional customer service and client-centered sales to mass affluent investors in a fast-paced environment, in compliance with numerous regulations.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

Implemented a $6M impact investing program to align BCF’s capital with its mission, including creating and presenting a compelling case to decision makers, building an advisory board, networking with local CDFIs, underwriting loans, and evaluating risk. Project managed major elements of BCF's strategic planning process, such as community engagement and data-driven evaluation. Internally championed the adoption of human centered design strategies via the Knight Community Information Lab. Coached wealthy individuals on philanthropic strategies. Successfully advocated for state legislation.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Successfully lobbied for the passage of federal legislation creating a $100M pool to support Pay for Success initiatives and the ability to pay for supportive housing services using child welfare funds. Initiated a multi-state advocacy campaign to improve resource targeting based on published research about supportive housing incentives in Low Income Housing Tax Credit distribution. Developed new business strategies based on regulatory guidance on behavioral health spending. Performed research and developed reports and summaries in reader-friendly formats to inform policy changes and drive new business development efforts. Organized and directed briefings, tours, and media to showcase systems change work to Members of Congress and the Administration, fostering positive public-sector relations.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Mercy Housing: Developed relationships with members of Congress and federal agencies by organizing property visits, advocacy trips for executives, briefings, conferences, and other events. Translated complex proposals, regulations and legislation into layman's terms to brief executives on federal policies’ impact on business. Published press releases and op-eds in trade outlets related to affordable housing and poverty alleviation. Mercy Loan Fund: Designed Mercy Loan Fund’s first fundraising strategy. Performed market research and business development for CDFI Fund and New Markets Tax Credit applications. Earned Mercy Housing the AERIS “Policy Plus” designation that recognizes leadership in public policy advocacy by community development lenders. Mercy Housing Northwest: Prepared capital needs budgets, pro-formas, and asset management dashboards. Secured government funding for rehabilitation and preservation planning activities.

Masters, Public Administration

B.A, Anthropology

High School Diploma