Strategically plan and oversee all fundraising operations by leading the ACIF Development Committee. Write articles for global magazine as well as lead marketing efforts that include writing press releases, newsletters, articles and email blasts.• Lead the ACIF Development Committee as well as attend and lead annual global conventions presenting and speaking on behalf of the ACIF.• Secured several new fellowships • Launched a new initiative that secured 100% Board of Directors and… Show more Strategically plan and oversee all fundraising operations by leading the ACIF Development Committee. Write articles for global magazine as well as lead marketing efforts that include writing press releases, newsletters, articles and email blasts.• Lead the ACIF Development Committee as well as attend and lead annual global conventions presenting and speaking on behalf of the ACIF.• Secured several new fellowships • Launched a new initiative that secured 100% Board of Directors and ACIF Trustee donations of over $65K annually for three consecutive years. • Raised donations and increased financial totals YOY: $262K+ (2018), $292K+ (2019), and $810K+ (2020).• Developed a robust marketing plan with ACI and ACIF team, established the foundations giving strategy for fundraising, and designed the backend fundraising module layout.• Noted accomplishments: o Recruited as the foundation’s first Development Director.o Stimulated fundraising efforts accelerating totals from ~$66k to over $800K within three years. Show less

Strategically planned and managed distinguished events (Cattle Baron’s Ball, Skyline Soiree, galas, golf, and other social events); sourced, negotiated, and managed several contracts with various vendors through rapport building, problem solving, and decisive decision making. Oversaw operational execution – pipeline development, account planning, forecasting, ROI analysis, engagement of prospects, and high-level volunteer cultivation.• Controlled and creatively executed event operational… Show more Strategically planned and managed distinguished events (Cattle Baron’s Ball, Skyline Soiree, galas, golf, and other social events); sourced, negotiated, and managed several contracts with various vendors through rapport building, problem solving, and decisive decision making. Oversaw operational execution – pipeline development, account planning, forecasting, ROI analysis, engagement of prospects, and high-level volunteer cultivation.• Controlled and creatively executed event operational plans: created and maintained budget, marketing timelines, team leadership, corporate and volunteer development, and all event logistics.• Raised funds ($350K for Cattle Barron’s Ball, $180K+ for golf tournaments, and over $75K for Skyline Soiree) and achieved all financial performance goals through strategic planning, forecasting, and lean cost control.• Liaised with high-net-worth donors to connect with fundraising volunteers and appropriate fundraising activities. • Cultivated an environment that engaged and motivated staff and volunteers and produced a collaborative culture consistent with the values of the Society. • Championed the cause of the Society by meeting with executives and corporate partners helping to drive sponsorship and support of distinguished events. Show less

•Planned and implemented events including exhibit openings, major fundraising galas, and cultivation/member events• Executed event operational plans that included creating and maintaining budgets, marketing timelines, team, corporate and volunteer development and all event logistics• Part of the top tier development team that broke fundraising and participation records for two events in 2015; DHS Ball (crowd of 650 and $507K in revenue) and the DHS Spring Gala (crowd of 200 and 100K in… Show more •Planned and implemented events including exhibit openings, major fundraising galas, and cultivation/member events• Executed event operational plans that included creating and maintaining budgets, marketing timelines, team, corporate and volunteer development and all event logistics• Part of the top tier development team that broke fundraising and participation records for two events in 2015; DHS Ball (crowd of 650 and $507K in revenue) and the DHS Spring Gala (crowd of 200 and 100K in revenue)• Managed the 20 member DHS Ball Committee, helping them to identify goals and objectives and have a clear understanding of their responsibilities in order to carry plans through to successful implementation• Staff liaison and facilitator for the DHS 313 Young Professionals group• Developed strong community relationships through sponsor and corporate partner recruitment and solicitation• Wrote website and event invitation content as well as sponsorship and honorary host committee letters• contact for all event related questions from donors, sponsors, vendors and society members• Maintained event RSVP lists Show less

•Managed all financial reporting and record keeping, ensuring that the Ford Global Action Team is complying with JDRF accounting policies• Prepared financial records and reports monthly while allocating all FGAT finances• Assisted in writing and editing the FGAT annual report, and other JDRF collateral• Edited and proofed all fliers, signage, raffle tickets, materials and contracts• Participated and helped run Core Team meetings at Ford Motor Company World Headquarters. The Core… Show more •Managed all financial reporting and record keeping, ensuring that the Ford Global Action Team is complying with JDRF accounting policies• Prepared financial records and reports monthly while allocating all FGAT finances• Assisted in writing and editing the FGAT annual report, and other JDRF collateral• Edited and proofed all fliers, signage, raffle tickets, materials and contracts• Participated and helped run Core Team meetings at Ford Motor Company World Headquarters. The Core Team is comprised of top Ford and JDRF executives and acts as the functioning board of the FGAT• Spoke at local events, such as golf outings, and high profile meetings• Helped manage FGAT Facebook site (www.facebook.com/fordglobalwalkteam)• Point of contact for Ford employees directly involved with JDRF fundraising• Assisted in maintaining routine correspondence, schedules and agendas, as well as scheduling meetings• Ordered event related supplies including but not limited to: awards, brochures, apparel, supplies, invitations, promotional products (gifts giveaways, etc), t-shirts, and incentive prizes.• Trained all incoming interns Show less