Kaley A. Rigdon Burgmeier Email & Phone Number

Dubuque, Ia, Us

Dubuque, Iowa, United States

Dubuque, Iowa, United States

As the Director of Annual Funds and Alumni Engagement at the university, I lead strategic efforts to meet our annual fund target of $1 million while overseeing the Associate Director of Annual Funds and Alumni Engagement. With over 10,000 active alumni, I prioritize fostering strong connections and philanthropic support through strategic segmentation and personalized engagement, all while upholding our core values of freedom, education, charity, and justice. Reporting to the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, I am responsible for crafting and executing comprehensive plans for alumni engagement and fundraising initiatives. This entails nurturing relationships with alumni locally and nationally, coordinating solicitation events and publications, and managing our annual fund campaigns. Collaborating closely with department leaders, I ensure alignment between alumni activities and fundraising strategies. Additionally, I spearhead our alumni and friends event calendar, including signature events like Homecoming and our online day of giving, and manage ongoing communications efforts such as a monthly e-newsletter and annual magazine in partnership with our marketing department. My role also encompasses project management, ensuring seamless execution and driving fundraising success in support of the university's mission and vision. Furthermore, I serve as the primary liaison to the Alumni Association Board. My dedication lies in enhancing alumni connections and driving fundraising success to support the university's mission and objectives.

Dubuque, Iowa, United States

Responsible for the primary oversight, development, and execution of alumni engagement programs and serves as the direct liaison between Clarke University and its over 10,000 active alumni. As Director of Alumni Relations, I provide support for the Alumni Association Board, enlist the assistance and good will from alumni for the University, provide a variety of services and opportunities for alumni engagement and establish the foundation for stewardship and fundraising efforts. Volunteer & Leadership Committees • Staff Assembly Executive Board• Inauguration Planning Committee

Dubuque, Iowa Area

• Increased overall market revenue by planning and managing Dubuque's March for Babies and Signature Chef's Auction, resulting in aggressive and sustainable year over year growth• Cultivated, executes, and monitored development strategies to enhance solicitation and stewardship of donors• Developed "Case for Support" presentations for prospects and constituents• Established strong, lasting partnerships with donors and corporate sponsors to maximize mission support• Researched corporate partner and prospect needs, concerns, and objectives in order to create impactful sponsorship proposals & maximize mission support.• Coached and guided volunteers in the execution of special events and achievement of expected outcomes, including a Board of Directors and multiple volunteer leadership teams• Communicated the mission of the March of Dimes with staff, volunteers, and within the community in order to connect current and prospective donors with mission outcomesNotable achievements: - Highlighted as a Top Performer and leader of one of the nations 10 most productive markets in 2019/2020- Increased Dubuque's March for Babies YOY revenue by nearly 20% in 2017, 12.3% in 2018.- Exceeded March for Babies revenue goals by over $13,000 in 2018, by $5,000 in 2019- Increased Dubuque's Signature Chefs Auction YOY revenue by 17% in 2017, 57.3% in 2018, and 19% in 2019- Exceeded Signature Chefs Auction goals by over $50,000 in 2018, by $33,000 in 2019- Exceeded overall market revenue goal by nearly $40,000 in 2019

Dubuque, Iowa

• Maximized sales of digital and custom products in a $1.9 million territory comprised of 118 schools• Delivered daily sales presentations and demos via Clearslide; prepared on-campus visits as needed• Managed a calling strategy to prioritize prospects and identify new opportunities (60+ calls daily)• Strategized unique sales support tactics to market to otherwise non-responsive instructors• Coordinated implementation and training for all new and existing digital users• Built reciprocal relationships with bookstore managers and textbook buyers• Strategized with product teams and market development to leverage products and develop prospects• Analyzed data and study static reports daily to manage territory pipeline movementNotable achievements: - Increased digital product activations by 7% in Q4 of 2015, by 13% in 2016- Converted 68.5% of student digital product trials in 2016- Increased average ClearSlide Presentation viewer engagement rate from 83% to 90% in 2016

Dubuque, Iowa

• Managed the Dubuque, IA recruiting territory and related high school profiles (75+ applications)• Processed Northern Iowa and Minnesota prospective and admitted students (237+ applications)• Recruited students daily through individual appointments, group presentations, and College Fairs• Prepared scholarship and merit packages based on each prospect's unique credentials• Collaborated with high school guidance counselors to schedule one on one meetings with students• Coordinated with alumni and coaches to assist with specialized recruitment programs and events• Managed a personalized "Kaley At Loras" Facebook profile to increase student interaction• Organized and facilitate dynamic community and high school outreach programs and presentations• Supported the mission and vision of Loras and respect the College's Catholic liberal arts tradition

Dubuque, Ia

• Assisted with the coordination of the annual Women’s Giving Circle summer fundraising event• Updated an active Women’s Giving Circle member list and requested past-due membership fees• Collaborated with 150 non-profit partners to ensure consistent messaging via the Online Giving Center• Facilitated the Online Giving Center webpage update to increase donation potential• Published online Success Stories for 50+ partners to illustrate need and value to the community• Completed baseline research and analysis on creating an effective community needs assessment• Attended various meetings and conferences involving Dubuque's nonprofit community• Supported the foundation's McCarthy Center trainings and events

Dubuque, Ia

• Created numerous press releases, PSAs, and radio commercials to advertise three summer shows• Designed group sales letters that targeted various key audiences in the tri-state area• Assisted with grant writing and 12 summer fundraising requests• Created and analyzed audience, parent, actor, and artist surveys for the high school and youth musicals• Co-advised 15 elementary school children enrolled in the Youth Marketing Crew for Shrek the Musical