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New Albany, Indiana, United States

Historic Renovations, Commercial Property Management and Tourism

Lexington, Kentucky, United States

Trek Advancement, LLC is a firm focused on philanthropy. We believe that donor-centered, strategic philanthropy can change the world. We see ourselves as stewards of philanthropy and as such we feel a strong commitment to helping clients effectively leverage their philanthropic investments.Trek Advancement, LLC offers a comprehensive list of services that are tailored to each client’s specific needs. Our goal is to not simply leave you with written recommendations, but to partner with… Show more Trek Advancement, LLC is a firm focused on philanthropy. We believe that donor-centered, strategic philanthropy can change the world. We see ourselves as stewards of philanthropy and as such we feel a strong commitment to helping clients effectively leverage their philanthropic investments.Trek Advancement, LLC offers a comprehensive list of services that are tailored to each client’s specific needs. Our goal is to not simply leave you with written recommendations, but to partner with clients to develop and execute an actionable plan to advance the mission. Show less

• Responsible for leading Union’s efforts to rebrand its undergraduate and graduate programs, align itself with others interested it’s mission, as well as sustaining and realizing new financial resources for the college. Lead the overall fundraising and communications strategy, including annual fund, major gifts, alumni and public relations, corporate and foundation relations.• Support the President and Board in advancement activities, including prospect management and strategy• Serve… Show more • Responsible for leading Union’s efforts to rebrand its undergraduate and graduate programs, align itself with others interested it’s mission, as well as sustaining and realizing new financial resources for the college. Lead the overall fundraising and communications strategy, including annual fund, major gifts, alumni and public relations, corporate and foundation relations.• Support the President and Board in advancement activities, including prospect management and strategy• Serve as an active member of the College Senior Staff• Actively manage a major and planned gift prospect portfolio• Establish best practice policies and procedures including communications, gift acceptance, database management and privacy Show less

Louisville, Kentucky Area

• Developed relationships in Northeastern region of the United States as a front-line development professional to raise funds for all University initiatives• Managed a portfolio of 100 major gift and planned giving prospects• Served on Success Planning Committee to help bridge communication between staff and administration

Hanover, Indiana

- Identified resource development and engagement opportunities for various constituents- Oversaw development programs related to annual giving such as the phonathon, direct mail - Worked with major gifts committee to build strategies for moving donors into major gift and planned giving categories- Created and implemented recognition activities for new and on-going supporters- Served as a liaison to various campus boards, alumni, and parent volunteers

Banner Elk, Nc

• Oversaw the Student Development Office operations including the Offices of Campus Activities, Student Government, Career Resources, Community Outreach, Health Services, Housing, Personal Counseling, Leadership and Orientation, Residence Life and Campus Safety

Master Of Arts 2002, Geography/ Community Development

Bachelor Of Science 1998, Sociology