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Toledo, Ohio, United States

Oversee the development and implementation of programs and strategies for donors and prospects in support of Metroparks annual, major gifts, and special campaigns to advance the current and future needs of Metroparks. Partner with Chief Philanthropy Officer to evolve and grow the Foundation’s systems, processes, and communications during a significant time of growth (Foundation re-established in 2017) as we execute the largest campaign in Metroparks history ($225 million) to build the country’s best riverwalk in downtown Toledo.

Provide strategic vision and leadership for the Foundation’s philanthropic initiatives in support of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Responsible for creating a comprehensive annual development strategy, processes, policies, and infrastructure to support the Foundation in its effort to become a sustainable development program. Lead the philanthropic team and provide oversight for all development activity including cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts and corporate partnerships. Establish a collaborative relationship with the Board of Directors and develop systems to encourage involvement in development and the growth of the internal culture and commitment to philanthropy.• Created the Foundation’s first annual development strategic plan. • Managed the creation of the Foundation and Society’s first case for support – the first collaborative effort to unify messaging and strategy.• Initiated the first formal Board of Directors annual campaign.• Led the development of a shared-values national corporate partnership model to provide multi-year funding and increased engagement through corporate social responsibility and creative brand alignment options.• Spearheaded financial process and budgeting reform to support the Foundation’s transition from programming to fundraising by reorganizing the chart of accounts, the annual budget structure, and database gift coding to better monitor, forecast and evaluate financials.

Toledo, Ohio Area

Inspired and motivated client from local, regional and national nonprofit organizations to achieve their goals through the development of comprehensive, innovative and sustainable strategies addressing their fundraising, strategic planning, board governance and executive search needs.As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, provided leadership for: advisor team success, efficiency and profitability through coaching and oversight; business development initiatives; and overall strategic direction for the firm.• Division leader for Strategic Planning and Executive Search.• Developed a client satisfaction/advisor evaluation process.• Co-developed curriculum for The Fundraising SeriesSM and The Board SeriesSM .• Presented workshops and trainings regionally and nationally.

Toledo, Ohio Area

Served as a revenue driver and client relations resource for over 120 attorneys through the creation, management and execution of business development and marketing strategies. Targeted and secured new client relationships while also developing current client growth strategies through cross-serving. Provided leadership for: client feedback and satisfaction initiatives; coordinated responses to request for proposals (RFPs); young professional and attorney community engagement on nonprofit boards; and events and professional educational seminars.

Toledo, Ohio Area

Toledo, Ohio

Toledo, Ohio

Toledo, Ohio

Provided vision and leadership for the strategic implementation of capacity building, nonprofit performance and evaluation programs, and collaborative initiatives for the Center. • Developed, coordinated and evaluated extensive (90+) annual professional development trainings to build the capacity of over 800 individuals from more than 480 nonprofit organizations.• Managed two federal Compassion Capital Fund grants ($1.5 million/3 years and $.5 million/2 years) which included issuing RFPs, delivering community presentations, the review and selection ofgrantees, conducting site visits, outcome measurement plan development, budgetary and grant administration, reporting, compliance and providing technical assistance and resources to grantees.• Created the Annual Northwest Ohio Nonprofit Innovation and Excellence Awards and the Annual Nonprofit Compensation and Benefits Survey.• Wrote and curated content for a weekly e-newsletter distributed to over 3000 nonprofit professionals.

Toledo, Ohio

Toledo, Ohio

Developed and executed the annual event fundraising strategy which included donor and sponsor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, marketing and PR, collateral design, volunteer recruitment and financial budgeting and reporting. Generated speaking opportunities and maintained corporate partner relationships.• Managed over 95 fundraising events annually.• Raised 60% of a $1 million budget annually. • Supervised staff (1), fundraising committees (10), volunteers (200+), interns (10).

Toledo, Ohio

Managed public and private meetings, trade shows, conventions, banquets, entertainment shows and concerts. Served as the liaison between the client and the facility as well as external contractors (decorators, audio visual companies, equipment rental and labor unions) to fulfill all client needs. Directed building operations, maintenance, security and catering staff during events.

Master Of Education In Human Movement, Sports & Leisure Studies, Recreation & Tourism Services

Bachelor Of Science In Education, Recreation & Tourism