As the Director of Development I am working to grow the financial resources of ecoRI News to support its comprehensive reporting on environmental issues in Rhode Island.

As Executive Director of the Sippican Lands Trust I led all facets of the organization including board development, community outreach, marketing, fundraising, budgeting, human resources, strategic planning and partnerships.* Coordinated four conservation projects protecting 40+ acres of land in Marion* Guided the completion of $400,000 accessible boardwalk along coastal marshland property* Organized walks, events and special programs engaging over 400 participants… Show more As Executive Director of the Sippican Lands Trust I led all facets of the organization including board development, community outreach, marketing, fundraising, budgeting, human resources, strategic planning and partnerships.* Coordinated four conservation projects protecting 40+ acres of land in Marion* Guided the completion of $400,000 accessible boardwalk along coastal marshland property* Organized walks, events and special programs engaging over 400 participants annuallyThe Sippican Lands Trust (SLT) is a member supported, non-profit organization that has protected over 1,375 acres of land in Marion. Since 1974, SLT has focused on acquiring land, promoting recreational use on its properties, and actively managing its properties for the benefit of the public. Show less

Served as development & outreach coordinator for local land conservation organization with $500,000 operating budget and 950+ members.* Managed $1.2 million capital campaign for new headquarters and land conservation projects* Organized events to increase membership and outreach opportunities for nonprofit organization that has protected over 5,000 acres of land in Dartmouth, MA* Coordinated special events like The River Project, combining art and nature on a local reserve, and… Show more Served as development & outreach coordinator for local land conservation organization with $500,000 operating budget and 950+ members.* Managed $1.2 million capital campaign for new headquarters and land conservation projects* Organized events to increase membership and outreach opportunities for nonprofit organization that has protected over 5,000 acres of land in Dartmouth, MA* Coordinated special events like The River Project, combining art and nature on a local reserve, and supported other special events like the Barn Bash which raised $30,000 annually Show less

As the first-ever development director I led the fundraising effort to achieve $325,000 in annual support for regional land conservation organization.* Supervised transition to new donor software system to build organizational fundraising capacity; pursued additional revenue streams through major gifts, planned gifts and business sponsorships* Orchestrated 21% growth in contributions year over year which allowed organization to achieve financial sustainability and positive cash… Show more As the first-ever development director I led the fundraising effort to achieve $325,000 in annual support for regional land conservation organization.* Supervised transition to new donor software system to build organizational fundraising capacity; pursued additional revenue streams through major gifts, planned gifts and business sponsorships* Orchestrated 21% growth in contributions year over year which allowed organization to achieve financial sustainability and positive cash position during uncertain economic climate Show less

I served as development coordinator for environmental, nonprofit organization with 1,500+ active members and $430,000 operating budget.* Managed $150,000 Annual Fund drive and $50,000 membership campaign, and created additional programs to raise financial support via targeted corporate sponsorships and special giving initiatives

I participated in numerous projects focused on the intersection of profitability and sustainability as part of an MBA in Managing for Sustainability. I prepared strategic consulting report for a client interested in developing a software tool for measuring the environmental footprint of commercial building products. As part of my Capstone Project, I wrote feasibility study for Farm Fresh Rhode Island examining the possibility of creating a dedicated, public food market in downtown Providence… Show more I participated in numerous projects focused on the intersection of profitability and sustainability as part of an MBA in Managing for Sustainability. I prepared strategic consulting report for a client interested in developing a software tool for measuring the environmental footprint of commercial building products. As part of my Capstone Project, I wrote feasibility study for Farm Fresh Rhode Island examining the possibility of creating a dedicated, public food market in downtown Providence, RI. As part of a business school team, I worked with a group that created a business plan for BikeLife, a venture to simultaneously improve employee wellness and reduce emissions, by leveraging employer and public transportation incentive programs for bicycle commuters. Show less