Work with corporations on fundraising partnerships, primarily in sharing the opportunities with Salvation Army locations across the state and reporting outcomes. Coordinate opportunities with the national and territorial offices of The Salvation Army. Research opportunities with Texas-based companies and help local offices develop those relationships. Assist in grant writing, write Memorandums of Understanding and review United Way agreements for exceptions to fundraising efforts.

Operate and manage three martial arts schools in the DFW area. Hire, develop and lead sales staff and instructor team. Develop and drive sales initiatives to positively impact the bottom line.Create and organize all revenue-generating opportunities and promotions including individual student memberships, tournaments, special events, retail sales and promotions. Plan and coordinate all events. Develop operating budget. Monitor and adhere to expense budget. Build relationships with students and prospects. Monitor student database and all financials for accuracy. Ensure safety protocols are followed for students and staff. Work with our team to ensure that we provide the most authentic, professional and positive experience for our students and families.

Worked with the Director of Development to support the Annual Fund campaign via alumni affairs, special events and communication with the Lamplighter Community. Developed relationships with alumni through frequent communication about Lamplighter events, an annual alumni reunion and submissions to the Lamppost magazine. Designed advertising for alumni events. Designed, wrote and distributed support letters and advertisements for the Annual Fund. Solicit donors. Helped manage incoming contributions and donor acknowledgement letters.

Generated funds through sponsorship and membership sales. Wrote and designed marketing materials. Updated and redesigned website. Communicated with members and industry publications. Attended board meetings.

Raised funds for homeless family programs through corporate and individual solicitation, foundations, special events and an Auto Donation program. Wrote grants and sponsorship proposals. Developed and monitored budget. Placed advertising, wrote press releases and participated in radio, print and television interviews.

Coordinated game night operations. Created revenue-generating promotions. Developed and implemented sales & marketing plan. Placed advertising and produced special publications. Planned and executed special events. Worked with Thoroughblades Foundation.

Managed day-to-day business operations. Oversaw staff and monitored budget. Coordinated ticket and corporate sales efforts. Contributed regularly to Owner and Executive meetings.Developed and generated corporate sales revenue. Created and coordinated sales and on-ice promotions.

Developed and directed the Chamber’s program of work. Managed environmental, legislative, small business, and transportation committees. Directed Leadership Development program. Inform membership of proposed legislation which affected business. Worked with state legislators. Developed and coordinated educational seminars and programs for members. Wrote press releases and contributed to newsletter. Coordinated summer youth employment training program. Planned annual banquet for 1000 guests.

Managed the overall special and sales promotions for the San Angelo market and its affiliate in Abilene. Planned and executed sales promotions, on-air contests and community events. Created new programs ad print ads. Composed scripts and produced promos. Represented the station at public events. Expanded market by signing on new radio station for Fox Kids Countdown Show, increasing children’s programming to seven days per week via radio and TV.

As Production Director, managed production department, wrote and produced commercials and promos. Was solicited to do freelance production work. As Traffic Director, scheduled commercials and programming, handled accounts receivable and billing.Also performed as on-air personality. Promoted to Production Director after one year