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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.

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.

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.

> 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.

> 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+.

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.

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.