Develop and lead revenue strategy for multiple teams to increase revenue, attendance, membership, and visitor engagement through large-scale public programs, fundraising events, and private event venue sales. Prepare and implement business models for new and existing projects, creating new revenue streams that support the museum budget. Monitor financials, develop reports, and deliver presentations to executive leadership and Board of Trustees that detail the success of department initiatives.Selected Projects & Accomplishments:• Established Revenue Projects department in 2021; hired two new teams and launched two new museum flagship events in 2023, each featuring tiered-ticketing business models resulting in an additional $150,000 + in repeatable annual earned revenue from ticket sales• Reinvigorated ‘Philbrook Festival’ from a net loss of $40,000 in FY19 to a net positive of $300,000 in FY24 and set structures for future substantial growth• Led operations logistics and implementation for Wine Experience weekend 2022 generating $4.3M+ gross revenue• Increased private and corporate event rental sales revenue from $180,000 in FY19 to record $325,000 projected in FY24• Oversaw upscale events with multi-day logistics for regional and national clients including the National PGA Tour 2022, Alzheimer’s Association Memory Gala, and private events featured in Vogue, The Knot, Martha Stewart Weddings, and more

Led team strategy and implementation of several short- and long-term projects and including fundraisers, social events, and other unique art and music programs with the primary goal of increasing existing and generating new revenue sources and driving attendance. Developed compelling opportunities for corporate, in-kind and individual giving and managed a portfolio of funders.

Led major fundraising campaigns and fundraising events including museum flagship programs serving 30,000 visitors annually.Developed business plans and strategies to generate robust funding to support museum programs and operations.Managed interdepartmental teams and volunteer committees to drive projects forward within budget and scope.Managed a portfolio of funders to solicit and increase in-kind and cash sponsorships. Collaborated with Design Team to create effective marketing and promotion campaigns and materials.Managed and grew a portfolio of corporate, individual, and in-kind contributors to support museum operations.

Managed the facility rentals program to exceed revenue goals including developing and administering an annual budget of $120,000+ and creating extensive yearly marketing and sales plans. Developed, coordinated and executed 20-30 museum events annually including special exhibition openings, membership events, large community events, films and lectures aligning with museum exhibitions and programs. Advised clients and created detailed logistical plans for 75-100 facility rental events annually including weddings and receptions, banquets, fundraisers, conferences, trade shows, films and presentations.Selected Projects & Accomplishments• Led slate of innovative events to promote membership and visibility of special exhibitions in the community• Increased and sustained facility rental revenue to an all-time high of $120,000• Oversaw the design and installation of museum audio-visual systems up to $40k and other event-related projects to enhance the museum facilities

Attended Fulbright trainings and conferences in preparation for program. Developed and taught English as a Second Language curriculum to students age 10-20 at two Austrian middle and high schools:BG/BRG MössingerstraßeBORG Klagenfurt

Created and led educational and visitor engagement tours for forest visitors to educate and advocate for conservation and preservation of the Giant Sequoia trees and Sierra Nevada ecology. Developed content for walking tours, campfire programs, and other special engagements.