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United States

Maintain existing and build new sponsor relationships through effective communication. Transform new sponsors into committed supporters through identification of shared goals and values.Lead major fundraising programs such as golf tournaments, social events and other community based fundraising.Collaborate with Executive Director and Fundraising Team to develop and implement plans, timelines and goals for core fundraising programs and events. Assure deadlines are met and goals are achieved, following the District Business Plan.Drive new income opportunities by engaging and recruiting sponsors, volunteers and community members.Handle fiscal accountability for significant income requirements. Provide accurate monthly projections to Executive Director.Build a dynamic positive office culture that attracts, retains, and motivates a diverse team of top quality employees and volunteers.Participate in hiring, training and development of the staff through mentoring and feedback.Providing coaching and accountability to members of the staff.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

Responsible for creating community partnerships and relations with the goal of increasing the awareness of the Y mission while linking much needed services and resources to Y families.Directed day-to-day operations of Community Resources through marketing, community outreach, special events and development.Represented the YMCA on internal and community-based committees, task forces and planning groups.Partnered with agencies and service providers to facilitate resource coordination and information sharing to establish resilience in families and youth.Created and updated newsletters, program brochures, flyers and social media to effectively communicate the YMCA’s mission, vision and programming experiences.Supervised Community Resource Manager. Evaluated and fostered professional growth.

Managed large fundraising programs and special events for local sponsors that collectively raised more than $375,000 annually for the South Florida Muscular Dystrophy Association. Programs included Sailormen/Popeyes franchise locations Point of Sale coupon and golf programs, the South Florida Muscle Walk, along with both Old Navy and Publix Bowl-A-Thons.Developed and created communication strategies to market all fundraising programs including press releases, PSAs, social media, newsletters, e-mails and print collateral.Identified, cultivated and solicited event sponsors and donors while building and creating key relationships that expanded the funding base of MDA.Worked closely with the Muscular Dystrophy Association families providing support and resources to those attending health clinic at the University of Miami.

Responsible for building client relations and generating sales for DVD and CD Replication, USBs and Vanity Book Publishing company. Prospecting new clients and maintaining current relationships.Attend networking events to leverage relationships and maintain excellent client relations.

Responsible for purchasing and reconciling gift card inventory for iCARD Systems. Temporary position.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

I was fortunate to have the opportunity to stay home with my toddlers.

Responsible for the development and execution of strategies and tactics for an integrated approach to the annual fund raising campaign, with a major emphasis on the following: preserving and expanding current base of support; identifying and developing strategies for new prospects and developing gifts from low achiever/high potential accounts. In addition, I made frequent presentations to audiences ranging from 10 - 50 people.

Researched, wrote, reviewed and edited copy for Web sites, brochures and press releases. Clients included JM Family Enterprises, Inc. and Mean Man Productions. Collaborated with owner of Comcor Event & Meeting Productions, Inc. to ensure successful event production.

Managed coordination of charitable and community relations activities, including the production of annual special events and newsletter publications. Created detailed and organized production schedules. Hired, trained and supervised staff of one, but served as team leader of 10 during department projects. Wrote newsletter articles for publications, in addition, to writing personal letters and messages from Honorary Chairman of the Board, Jim Moran and Senior Vice President, Jan Moran to business associates. Directed and organized three non-profit fund raising special events annually. Size ranged from 350-1000 guests. Recommended, to Jim & Jan Moran, invitation lists, themes, menus, décor and print collateral. Marketed all events by producing print collateral (invitation letters, sponsorship packages, raffle tickets), in addition to overseeing magazine advertising, press releases, signage, Web site etc. Liaison with all internal and external production team members to ensure successful event. Ensured department did not exceed event budget. Contact for celebrities regarding accommodations, travel and special needs. Responsible for the production of two separate newsletters, in addition to researching,writing, reviewing and editing for the publication. Both published twice annually. Supervised Community Relations Representative. Evaluated and fostered professional growth. Created team building activities to encourage departmental cohesion. Acted as Director, Community Relations in her absence.

Assisted in the coordination of charitable and community relations activities, including the production of annual special events and newsletter publications. Researched, wrote, reviewed and edited stories for two newsletters. Created Intranet communications regarding events. Organized community attendee/volunteer information for special events. Maintained updates to Youth Automotive Training Center’s Web site (JM Family Founder, Jim Moran’s, personal charity) and assisted with all aspects of the school’s marketing including creating media kits, brochures, press releases etc. Flexibility in adapting to change and multiple priorities. Demonstrated initiative and enthusiasm in a team atmosphere. Gained additional event responsibilities showing organizational, follow-through and prioritizing skills. Consistently demonstrated creative writing and composition along with excellent proofreading skills in editing correspondence, journal ads and newsletters with an emphasis on accuracy. Responsible for all event payments to vendors. Maintained department historical and photo archives. ·Updated and maintained information pertaining to organizations and individuals associated with Community Relations in the Raiser’s Edge database.Participated in JM Family Enterprises sponsored Take Stock In Children Mentor Program.

Managed and negotiated all aspects of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A.’s vehicle buyback program for Flagship company for JM Family Enterprises, Inc. Ensured top-notch customer service for clients who received new vehicles. Processed all paperwork associated with the transaction to comply with strict Lemon Laws in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Florida. Exceptionally organized documentations. Ability to work independently on multiple projects. Effective time management skills.