Kate Trigger Duffert Email & Phone Number

Louisville, Ky, Us

Louisville, Ky, Us

Louisville, Kentucky, United States

- Oversee on behalf of the Stated Clerk all planning of the General Assembly: including strategic visioning, arrangements and staffing plans, production and online content, technology and software needs, and meeting polity/parliamentary procedure guidelines. - Communicate the importance of, plans for, and outcomes of each General Assembly to the church at large. - Work closely with members of PC(USA) agencies, entities, mid councils, and congregations to create an assembly that is a council for the whole of the church. - Shape Assembly practices with a lens for equity: including language access, disability accessibility, and bridging the digital divide.

- Serve on General Assembly staff planning team– collaborating in planning and execution of the General Assembly with a focus on equity, Presbyterian theology, and empowering participants in their discernment.- Oversee coordination of and communications regarding assembly business through PC-Biz, Stated Clerk’s Portal, and other proprietary technologies specific to the work of the General Assembly.- Communicate contents of business, emerging themes, and supporting documentation to colleagues, communications staff, elected members, assembly participants, and the Presbyterian Church at large.- Discern possible impact and flow of business to establish proposed committee structures and business assignments in collaboration with interagency leadership.- Create and lead trainings for business related work including: business writing for agencies, mid councils, and committees; assembly polity and procedures; General Assembly formats; and Resource Coordination.- Represent the Stated Clerk in providing clear and effective trainings directly to assembly participants– including development of videos, graphic design publications, and written messaging. - Collaborate with colleagues to establish plans for use of technology and in-person practices during assemblies, then communicate those plans to participants in an accessible manner. - Develop strategic plans and implementations for online submission of commissioner’s resolutions, improved PC-Biz tracking of business during assembly, and referral distribution. - Coordinate per capita messaging with staff in Mission Engagement Services to improve messaging, outreach, and returns of per capita giving. - Collaborate with colleagues in analyzing per capita proposals and invoicing strategies to leverage benefits to the denomination.- Recognized by colleagues and assembly volunteers for calm leadership, ability to clearly explain complex issues, and for acting as a trusted guide through challenges.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

- Established PC-Biz online business submission practices in collaboration with web developers and Office of the General Assembly colleagues.- Implemented improved communications and trainings around assembly business resulting in decreased late submissions from agencies and committees, as well as zero items over the established word limit.- Built relationships with partners working with PC-Biz, both within the PC(USA) and those contracted to use the site, becoming a trusted resource to quickly and effectively make business accessible and accurate. - Improved translation practices to equitably present languages, more closely fulfill mandates from the assembly and COGA recommendations.- Embraced creative thinking to meet the needs of finite staffing and increased demand for technology and accessibility.

New York, New York, United States

-Assist with marketing and communications for Collective's outreach to existing and potential clients. -Connect with fundraising and marketing consultants to document and share their experience with clients. -Collaborate on the creation of useful content that develops clients. -Assist with e-blasts and media releases.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

- Coordinate with church and community members to build relationships between South Sudanese Fellowship and Bi-lingual Presbyterian congregation.- Resource and lead intergenerational, creative worship activities for monthly combined service.- Participate in Session, Bible Study, and planning committees.- Collaborate with youth ministry program.- Research, evaluate, and implement communication strategies for congregation with diverse communication needs

Greater Chicago Area

-Provide resources, guidance, and expertise in planning a Giving Day within the context of religious schools.-Lead weekly coaching calls with Institutional Advancement staff to maintain meeting of checkpoints.-Visit campus and guide staff in retreats and training sessions to prepare them for their roles in the Giving Day process.-Provide staff with resources and materials that supplement their work in planning a Giving Day.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

-Assist with grading of assignments and leading class discussions on Biblical Interpretation from historical, literary, and theological lenses.-Lead individual and group tutoring sessions to supplement understanding of course material. -Serve as resource and liaison between students, professor, and Academic Support Center.-Received outstanding ratings in student evaluations with requests to return as tutor for upcoming Hebrew Bible courses.

Decorah, Ia

-Planned, directed, and coordinated Annual Giving program outreach with Vice President, Director of Development, and Director of Annual Giving.-Oversaw interdepartmental planning efforts for campus-wide Giving Day, including staff and volunteer recruitment, event planning (including 12-hour live stream), coordination of marketing efforts, web design, and challenge donor outreach resulting in nearly $600,000 from over 1,800 gifts on single day of giving.-Oversaw 10th and 25th Reunion Campaigns including recruitment of committee members, coordination with Gift Planning Officers to secure challenge gifts, management of volunteer solicitation strategies, communication with volunteers and class members, tracking/evaluation of campaign goals, and planning of celebration event during Homecoming.-Coordinated President's Council: First Decade Society recognition program including messaging, stewardship, and recruitment.-Created strategies, developed messaging, and created marketing pieces for reaching aggressive Annual Fund growth plan as set forward by the Board of Regents.-Assisted with design and messaging of direct mail and e-mail appeals.-Researched, provided outreach, and solicited prospective young "major" donors.-Presented Annual Fund, Young Alumni, Giving Day, and Student Philanthropy programming updates to Alumni Council, Parents Council, and Board of Regents.-Oversaw Student Engagement Coordinator and Student Philanthropy programming.

Decorah, Ia

-Oversaw yearly telephone solicitation program by coordinating nearly 400 volunteers and Federal Workstudy students to raise $400,000 for the Annual Fund through automated software. -Proposed and implemented new plans of action resulting in an increased number of student volunteers and a 10% increase in attendance, as well as higher visibility and student involvement at Alumni and Board events. -Managed Student Philanthropy Council and guide the conception and planning of events that promote philanthropy to all of campus. -Coordinated Senior Giving Campaign events and volunteers. Designed all accompanying marketing materials. -Increased graduating class pledge participation in 2014 from a 4 year average of 49% to 61.4% of students pledging. -Initiated new donor thanking processes resulting in increased student participation rates and positive feedback from major donors and Board of Regents. -Worked with Annual Fund, Development, and Alumni staff to form new and creative methods of reaching out to students and the campus community resulting in 90 student events for the '13-'14 academic year.-Oversaw all budgeting and expenses for student programming in the Development Office.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

-AmeriCorps member with Community Technology Empowerment Project at the Minneapolis WorkForce Centers.-Collaborated with state and city officials to organize, plan, and present workshops on digital inclusion and youth employment at non-profit and government agencies. -Created all promotional materials for youth programming as well as video orientation for Minnesota state assistance programs. Video was commended by WorkForce Center Supervisors and sent to state designers for duplication at additional sites. -Taught and consulted on weekly courses in Minneapolis Public Schools for ages 16-21 specializing in students with disabilities, highly mobile populations, and students with criminal records.-Successfully wrote grant proposals to receive government funding for year round WIA Youth Programming and AmeriCorps Member placement in 2013-2014.-Participated in biweekly professional development training in areas including Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Non-Profit Fundraising, Social Media and Graphic Design for Non-profits, and Minnesota Council of Non-profits' Legislative Advocacy.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

-Collaborated with head of staff and committee members to provide interactive and engaging educational opportunities for ages 5-13.-Developed and implemented creative strategies for increased attendance and community outreach, including focus groups, community events, and renovation of physical space.-Managed Facebook and Twitter feeds for congregation, including promotion of events featuring musicians Mason Jennings, David Huckfelt, and Chris Koza among others.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

-Responded to the requests and needs of the show's technical crew in order to ensure production standards and received compliments from peers, managers, and visiting tour staff on performance.-Specially requested to oversee merchandise cash sales at multiple shows- resulting in high sale numbers and exact totals following cash transactions during high traffic.-Maintained pleasant and accommodating attitude in order to promote positive customer experiences and succesful mediation of disputes. -Learned theatre history, construction, and layout for three separate sites to answer patron questions, provide a heightened experience, and improve efficacy of service. -Provided guidance to patrons, prepared facilities, and completed tasks in a friendly and efficient manner.

Decorah, Ia

-Updated, maintained, and organized digital files, office space, and official department archives. -Communicated with faculty, staff, and department chairs to facilitate special projects for college and community members. -Designed and distributed print and digital media for productions, community events, and department functions. -Advised and aided in the instruction of Acting I and II courses, served as instructor while professor was absent. -Educated faculty and staff in department about digital and social media programs to promote the growth of the department.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

-Coordinated and participated in social justice awareness projects at the 219th General Assembly of the PC(USA). -Created and executed street performances in collaboration with In The Heart of the Beast Puppet Theatre. -Contributed to and publicized social media outputs including Twitter, Blog, and Facebook accounts. -Participated in constructive dialogue with members of groups across a wide spectrum of denominational belief.

Master’S Degree, Master Of Divinity, 3.9

-Elected Student Representative to the Seminary Council 2016-2017, 2017-2018 including service on Gender and Ministry and Academic Affairs.

Ba, Theatre/Dance: Performance | Religion | Classical Studies

-Senior Honors Project Recipient: "Theatre and Social Change: Ariel Dorfman’s Death and the Maiden as Immersive Experience" -Research.