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Venice, Fl, Us

Everly And Lakespur At Wellen Park

• Strategically manage comprehensive lifestyle programming for Everly and Lakespur in Wellen Park, overseeing annual budgets and developing innovative event strategies to enhance resident engagement and community satisfaction• Design and execute multi-channel communication strategies, including monthly newsletters, weekly email blasts, and dynamic community websites to ensure consistent, timely, and compelling information delivery to homeowners• Lead comprehensive event planning and… Show more • Strategically manage comprehensive lifestyle programming for Everly and Lakespur in Wellen Park, overseeing annual budgets and developing innovative event strategies to enhance resident engagement and community satisfaction• Design and execute multi-channel communication strategies, including monthly newsletters, weekly email blasts, and dynamic community websites to ensure consistent, timely, and compelling information delivery to homeowners• Lead comprehensive event planning and execution, leveraging resident feedback and insights to curate bespoke, high-quality programming that meets the evolving recreational and social needs of these multi-generational communities• Collaborate closely with Community Association management to support operational excellence through such critical administrative functions as access management and resident onboarding processes and orientations• Strategically promote Wellen Park events and initiatives to homeowners, driving active participation and deeper community engagement through targeted, compelling communications that highlight the unique value and excitement of the greater Wellen Park region Show less

Venice, Florida, United States

• Assisted in the successful opening of Gulf Coast's Sarasota Philanthropy Center; collaborated with team to spearhead operational setup efforts including technology integration, operational workflows, and scheduling logistics to ensure a seamless transition and optimal functionality• Contributed to positive brand representation by consistently delivering exceptional "+1 service" to Gulf Coast visitors and colleagues alike• Assisted in the design and implementation of office policies… Show more • Assisted in the successful opening of Gulf Coast's Sarasota Philanthropy Center; collaborated with team to spearhead operational setup efforts including technology integration, operational workflows, and scheduling logistics to ensure a seamless transition and optimal functionality• Contributed to positive brand representation by consistently delivering exceptional "+1 service" to Gulf Coast visitors and colleagues alike• Assisted in the design and implementation of office policies, procedures and systems with a focus on continuous process improvement• Manage all room reservation requests for our Venice Headquarters and Sarasota Philanthropy Center; oversee technology needs and other requirements for visiting groups to ensure a smooth and successful meeting; maintain comprehensive tracking dashboard of facility usage • Served on the Disaster Task Force and contributed to risk mitigation efforts; ensured proactive and ongoing compliance with disaster preparedness, safety regulations and protocols• Maintained positive relationships between Gulf Coast and its vendors• Oversaw the facilities maintenance, repair and upkeep of Venice Headquarters; managed and supervised the work of maintenance staff, repair personnel, and vendors to ensure their work met safety and quality standards• Responded promptly to building emergencies and took appropriate action to mitigate damage or risk• Fostered a positive and inclusive organizational culture by collaborating with team to plan staff events and celebrate milestones and achievements Show less

Venice, Florida, United States

• Oversaw all communications for VGCC, a private, member-owned golf and country club with 587 homes• Filmed, edited and produced weekly videos for the General Manager, Food and Beverage, and other departments • Wrote and designed marketing materials, brochures, newsletters, and public relations materials/news releases• Managed the annual membership department budget • Worked with the Membership Committee and Board of Directors to plan and implement strategies to meet… Show more • Oversaw all communications for VGCC, a private, member-owned golf and country club with 587 homes• Filmed, edited and produced weekly videos for the General Manager, Food and Beverage, and other departments • Wrote and designed marketing materials, brochures, newsletters, and public relations materials/news releases• Managed the annual membership department budget • Worked with the Membership Committee and Board of Directors to plan and implement strategies to meet membership goals• Oversaw all new member onboarding; worked with realtors, title companies and Accounting department to coordinate closing processes for all home sales • Led tours for prospective members, conducted new member orientations, and oversaw all rental memberships Show less

Venice, Florida

Venice, Florida

•Collaborated with teachers and administrators at Garden Elementary to determine the literacy needs of students and developed plans to meet their goals • Provided one-on-one and small group ELA and math intervention support to K-5 students• Contracted, grant-funded position through the end of 2019 school year

Keller Williams Island Life Real Estate, Venice, Florida

• Contributed to recruitment and retention efforts that grew agent count from 42 to 85 in just under one year• Scheduled and planned all educational classes for agents, ensuring that training aligned with Keller Williams Realty International standards; created presentations for meetings and Career Nights, and created and maintained monthly online training calendar • Assisted with onboarding of new agents by conducting orientations and ensuring all paperwork was properly executed and… Show more • Contributed to recruitment and retention efforts that grew agent count from 42 to 85 in just under one year• Scheduled and planned all educational classes for agents, ensuring that training aligned with Keller Williams Realty International standards; created presentations for meetings and Career Nights, and created and maintained monthly online training calendar • Assisted with onboarding of new agents by conducting orientations and ensuring all paperwork was properly executed and maintained • Created marketing materials, press releases and other promotional flyers to advertise Market Center training classes • Led social media, email marketing, and web campaigns to promote the Market Center and foster communication between agents Show less

Clinton, Ny

• Developed and wrote instructional/training procedures for Accounts Payable, Administrative Assistants, and other office processes; hired and trained student workers• Assisted in budget administration, invoice payment processing and procurement expenditures for the Business Office and the College• Wrote/edited website copy and updated and maintained the Business Office website

Utica, Ny

• Assisted students in developing their writing, ensuring that work aligned with MLA or APA standards• Provided editing and proofreading assistance• Proctored tests• Taught Freshman Writing hybrid class (half online/half in classroom)

• Taught Computer Applications, which covered the entire Microsoft Office Suite• Instructed two sections of College Writing

New Hartford, Ny

• Transcribed interviews, instructional videos, seminars, lectures, and more, with time code/time stamping, as part of the pre-production process (100 wpm)• Edited/wrote feature articles, ad copy, blog posts, online newsletters, website copy, corporate communications pieces, and more for a variety of print and online media

New Hartford, Ny

• Provided event videography for weddings, graduations, First Communions, Bar Mitzvahs, retirements, and more• Wrote copy and maintained company web site• Wrote and edited contracts, brochures & public relations materials• Edited video footage • Created video photo montages• Provided VHS to DVD conversion services

• Taught 7th & 8th grade English

Syracuse, Ny

• Wrote profiles, feature articles, and briefs for Syracuse University Magazine• Edited public relations & marketing materials, newsletters, reports, and other related material through SU's Office of Publications

Falls Church, Va

• Wrote/edited company newsletter distributed to more than 5,000 employees in VA, MD, & TN• Wrote & edited website copy, radio and television spots, direct mail, press releases, and more

Master Of Science, Education/Technology Integration, Summa Cum Laude

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), English, Magna Cum Laude

Master Of Education - Med, Technology Integration