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Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Conducted usability testing on university's Event Management System processes and created a report at conclusion of internship with data-driven recommendations to improve usability of the system
• Re-designed the Office of University Events' website with goal of increasing awareness of services and offerings within the department and to streamline event request process
• Collaborated with university marketing to develop brand elements and messaging for UE online presence that supported the university's image and marketing efforts

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Planned and executed University of Kentucky's Fall and Spring Commencement Ceremonies for over 6,000 students and 40,000 guests
• Designed and managed commencement website via Drupal that served as an informational hub for students, staff and campus partners
• Served as liaison between university leadership, colleges, campus and external partners; main point of contact for degree candidates
• Extracted and formatted graduate data to simplify response analysis and reports

Dayton, Ohio

• Built media contact lists, content calendars, press releases, social media copy, presentation decks and other related PR materials for internal and external use
• Conducted market research, media coverage tracking, campaign evaluations, social media audits and crisis reports for various clients
• Assisted with crisis response and general media training sessions for 26 clients at 4 companies

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Planned, implemented and evaluated various strategic communication initiatives, particularly on social media and digital platforms
• Conducted and presented benchmark, market and audience research that aided executives throughout the strategic planning process
• Coordinated and promoted association events; including OneDay4UK, a 24hour integrated campaign which raised over $1 million, hosted over 1,500 attendees and garnered highest social media engagement to date
• Maintained and developed relationships with campus partners by regularly providing uniqueopportunities for collaboration

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Led 7-member executive board, oversaw a 45-member officer council, maintained 7 employees, and coordinated daily operations for chapter's 280+ membership
• Managed chapter's six-figure operating budget to ensure financial security of chapter, while negotiating contracts and planning for multi-million dollar renovation of chapter house
• Worked with officers, alumnae advisors, national headquarters and campus administrators to improve risk management policies of chapter, university and national fraternity

Lexington, Kentucky Area

Lexington, Kentucky Area

Dayton, Ohio Area

• Created digital and print materials for fundraising, event promotion, stewardship, employee giving and social media campaigns
• Assisted staff with planning donor, third-party and corporate events, including the opening of a $101 million, 8-floor patient care tower

Beavercreek, Ohio

At age 11, I started an organization called Cupcakes for Camp with the purpose of raising money for children with Epilepsy/seizure disorders to attend specialty summer camps in addition to spreading awareness of Epilepsy and seizure first aid. I have planned several fundraising events in my local community with the purpose of raising money for Cupcakes for.

Represented and spoke on behalf of the Epilepsy Foundation at health fairs, special events, conferences, camps, school/company presentations, and on Capitol Hill. - Attended First Lady, Michelle Obama's Beating the Odds Summit in Washington, D.C. - Attended Kids Speak Up Conference in Washington, D.C. - Attended Teens Speak Up Conference in Washington, D.C.

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Organized and executed various awareness and fundraising events
• Composed grant applications with supervisory staff
• Designed various marketing materials for outreach programs, events, and campaigns

Sales, Inventory, cashier, social media, promotions, storefront, shipping,receiving, store opening and closing responsibilities.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Communication, Gpa: 3.9

Activities and Societies: Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society, Commencement Committee, Communication Graduate Student CongressUniversity of.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Integrated Strategic Communication- Public Relations Path, Summa Cum Laude, Gpa: 3.8

Activities and Societies: Delta Delta Delta Sorority, Omicron Delta Kappa Honors Society, UK Alumni Ambassadors, STAT (Students Today.

Diploma, 12

Activities and Societies: National Society of High School Scholars, Buckeye Girls State, American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation, Hugh.