Jennifer Curtis Pearson Email & Phone Number

United States

Houston, Tx, Us

Houston, Texas, Us

> Spearheaded grant research/strategy/writing/applications and support requests to foundations.> Crafted & executed compelling campaigns for naming rights, event sponsorships, annual giving, and partnerships. Principal writer & content manager for multi-channel marketing to donors (email, direct mail, website & social media). Also wrote proposals, pitch decks, and presentations for corporate support.> Created strategy, design, and led execution of digital and print campaigns for operational support, new exhibits and enhancements, interactive visitor experiences, and technology for new location.> Directed Development Committee; collaborated with Board & Advisory Board members and volunteers to secure new memberships, foster membership renewals, and forge strategic alliances.

Peachtree Corners, Georgia, Us

> Researched, developed, & managed pivotal partnerships with Microsoft and LEGO, yielding $1Millionin annual savings for headquarters and franchisees.> Managed enterprise vendors in US, Canada, and UK -- optimizing pricing, product offering, and quality to assure franchisee satisfaction. > 30% increase in customer service support (ticket) efficiency in 2021 and a 58% increase in 2022 by implementing AI-powered solutions and improving knowledge base in CRM/KMS platform (Zendesk). > Developed internal and external trainings for CRM/KMS (Zendesk) improving operations system-wide.> Led a team of six experts who supported franchisees in buildout, training, customer engagement, and data analytics to maximize their operational success and profitability.

Hired as first Executive Director for foundation whose mission was that every child should learn to code. All funding ceased when COVID shuttered franchise locations worldwide and it was shut down.

Houston, Tx, Us

> Passionately rescued 20,000+ sq. ft. institution from disastrous fire to vibrant cultural gem. Strong project management skills leading extensive reimagining & recovery work: transformed 11 galleries, 45-seat theater, 4 artist studios, gift shop, and exterior. TPM reopened to great acclaim in Jan. 2018.> 30% increase in annual giving contributions year over year.> Managed & executed donor research, direct mail appeals, donor meetings/presentations, annual gala, annual giving, corporate sponsorships/donations/discounts, donor data entry, stewardship, and reporting.> Procured $80,000+/year of in-kind professional services (accounting, legal, graphics & design).> Tripled memberships in 2018 and sustained ongoing growth for new memberships and renewals.> Recruited and managed docents, volunteers, and members for new stakeholder groups.> Collaborated to craft new Mission and Vision statements, logo & tagline, new tours, workshops, lectures, and marketing collateral. Principal writer & editor for monthly member emails & quarterly mailings.> Secured 40% increase in earned income and established new plans for revenue diversification.> Co-created Printed Artworks Fashion Show with international artist Anne-Joelle Galley. This signature annual event raised sizeable donations, garnered incredible press, new partnerships, and hundreds of new followers on social media.

> Researched, solicited, and secured all largest Founding Donors ($30,000-$45,000 from each).> Worked closely with leadership (21 volunteer Board of Directors members) and volunteers to support highly acclaimed district’s 23 campuses / 20,000 students / 1,200 faculty and staff.> Developed systems and frameworks for newly formed foundation including financials, donor strategy, data integrity and consistency in CRM database, outreach, sponsorships, and monthly board meetings.

> Quadrupled annual giving donations in first year from $35,170 to $143,000. Doubled that to $298,315in year two. Raised over $900,000 in my third/final year leading solicitations via direct mail and email.> Managed donor portfolio in CRM database (Raiser’s Edge) and outreach including direct mail, one-on-one meetings, large-scale presentations to 100+ donors/prospects, fundraising events, impactreports, and final reports. Crafted all donor communications, donor strategy, and led stewardship.> Highly visible position leading concurrent campaigns, managing multiple projects and funding distributions in partnership with 23 Board of Directors members & volunteer groups. NEF supported academic, artistic, and athletic initiatives for 10 campuses/7,100 students/443 faculty & staff.> Created, recruited, and managed 14-member fundraising task force. Together we secured $639,425 in donations in seven months for stadium capital campaign: $250,000 for naming-rights, $167,500 in multi-year sponsorships, $52,000 from fundraising events, plus donations from local businesses, organizations, school clubs, teachers, students, families, and the greater community.> Re-designed all existing collateral & website. Created new logo. Established social media presence. > Crafted monthly financial, project, impact, and other donor reports.

Southfield, Mi, Us

> Developed robust and sustainable funding strategy including year-round appeals, new sponsorship and partnership opportunities, annual fund, multi-year pledges, major gifts, and estate planning. > Collaborated with members, employees, and 28 Board members to friend-raise & fundraise fromESD’s 6,700+ members & 300+ non-members. Managed CRM database (eTapestry).> 600% increase direct mail annual appeal funding: $115,000 raised in 2009 from $19,000 in 2008. > 300% increase in grant submissions: 13 grants for $583,000 in 2009. 12 grants for $597,000 in 2010.> Tripled annual fundraising event attendance from 109 persons in 2009 to 385 persons in 2010.> Increased percentage of Board of Director members donating to 80% in 2009 from 33% in 2008.> Crafted monthly financial and engagement reports for Board and key stakeholder groups.

Detroit, Mi, Us

90-day contract to develop branding and marketing materials for Executive & Professional Development dept.

Us

> Sold, managed, and serviced the five largest channel partners nationwide for direct mail and direct email marketing solicitations generating $250,000-$400,000 in monthly revenue. As an agent of both Experian and TransUnion, we licensed credit data which was integrated with demographic, psychographic, and modelled data for exceptional results.

> Achieved 200% annual territory growth.> Expanded and diversified client base beyond automotive. > Created company tagline; developed several key marketing initiatives including annual client trade show.

Arlington Heights, Il, Us

Successfully developed eight state territory for this full-service national performance management company; always exceeded annual territory goals by 104-136%. Clients included: Compuware, Ford Motor Company, Harrah’s Casinos, Hyatt Hotels, Carson Pirie Scott, and Lorillard Tobacco Co.

Shawnee Mission, Ks, Us

Educated and collaborated with 1,500+ member/seven-state regional distributor network to create custom paper products (adhesive notes, desk pads, note cubes, die-cut notepads, etc.) for consumer, pharmaceutical, educational and promotional use. Grew region 125% annually for this international $42 million commercial printer.