Katherine Soper Email & Phone Number

Solana Beach, Ca

As the Yoga Six Solana Beach Studio Manager I can honestly say I never had a boring day at 'the office.'​ I learned how to not only adapt to the changes of a fast-growing company but how to THRIVE and GROW myself, the team, the studio, the company and most importantly our students. As the team leader I oversaw the 50,000 foot view as well as the day-to-day details of studio management being both strategically proactive and reactive.My responsibilities included but are not limited to the following:- Studio Financial Performance- Studio Sales & Marketing- Develop a strong presence in the community and creating strategic partnerships.- Grow a strong culture and community within the studio that is inviting to new students.- Work with the Program Manager to ensure the classes and teachers meet company standards as well as the needs of students- Studio Operations- Team Member Hiring, Training and Ongoing Development- Support Student & Staff Growth- Event Planning & Execution

Solana Beach

Coronado, Ca

- Responsible for meeting/exceeding development goals and providing reports on income status.- Aided executive director/board of directors in identifying potential sponsors and community partners.- Created and maintained marketing/communication efforts including program promotional materials, prospective donor packets, event flyers, online calendar of events, e-newsletter and social media.- Continuously updated database of donor profiles, participant tracking, and customer information. - Assisted in planning and coordinating events and community engagement opportunities.- Provided leadership to the Fundraising and Marketing committees in carrying out annual fundraising/marketing plans.

- Managed all aspects of a start-up business, including: website design and management, blogging, marketing, branding, scheduling, sales and negotiating.- Increased student base from two to 60 in less than three months. - Committed to continuing education to improve effectiveness, e.g., trainings, research and self-study.

Wausau, Wisconsin Area

- Managed two affinity groups, Women in Action and Emerging Leaders, as well as their volunteer boards, committees and memberships comprised of 200+ volunteers and donors each.- Successfully planned, promoted and executed several large-scale events, e.g., one signature fundraising event had 150+ attendees and raised $12,000+ in donations and sponsorships.- Created communications and marketing materials for multiple United Way audiences, i.e., used social media, e-mail, e-newsletters, web, direct mail and local media channels to inform, engage and inspire.- Tracked and analyzed budgets totaling $100,000+ with strong attention to detail.- Assisted with large company campaigns by providing resources and opportunities to make an impact.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

- Created and implemented a number of processes that improved communication effectiveness, particularly with social media, i.e., Facebook fans and Twitter followers increased by 100%.- Key coordinator of events, e.g., U of M Distinguished Teaching Awards Ceremony & Etiquette Dinner. - Collaborated with collegiate units to coordinate volunteer outreach and engagement activities. - Edited images and copy for print and website use.- Professionally responded to a high number of member inquiries and solved complicated customer service issues with tact and timeliness.

Eau Claire, Wisconsin Area

­- Served as liaison between senior staff, members and community. - Lead facility tours and built value in the Y membership. - Fulfilled administrative duties; data entry, record keeping, payments, and filing.

B.A., Public Relations

Activities and Societies: Executive Board for Public Relations Student Society of America, Classroom Speaker for International Education.

Grantham, England

Activities and Societies: Study Abroad