Kate Filer Email & Phone Number

- Build working relationships and serves as a liaison between the Scholarship Foundation’s office and volunteer leadership for more than 40 annual fundraising events- Manage 15+ annual fundraising events/campaigns and serves as the primary point of contact between their volunteer leadership and the Scholarship Foundation office, including all elements of the National Strategic Support Plan for these events- Work closely with event committee chairpersons to coordinate budgetary, marketing, logistical, and fundraising requirements for events; and provide on-going training, guidance, and support to event volunteers- Collaborate to establish an effective volunteer outreach, coordination and recognition program to include stewardship of volunteers at all levels- Collaborate with Foundation leadership and staff to improve and systematize appropriate event planning, coordination, execution, follow-up, and overall use of best practices that incorporates Foundation policies and procedures- Work with the Director of National Events to analyze existing event budgets and grow/develop new events in a cost effective manner; and assist with management of internal budget tracking and projections- Support the Director in the management of responsibilities, assignments, and guidance for the Events Manager, while effectively delegating and managing tasks; and manage the responsibilities, assignments and training of an Events Intern- Serve as the primary liaison with the Scholarship Department to ensure all events exude emotional connection to Scholarship Foundation mission, such as scholarship recipients and Heroes Tribute families- Coordinate effectively with all Scholarship Foundation departments and staff; assure appropriate messaging and branding in all aspects of Scholarship Foundation assigned events - Work independently and collaboratively, think strategically, identify and implement best practices, and represent the Scholarship Foundation

Overall, builds working relationships and serves as a liaison between the Scholarship Foundation’s office and volunteer leadership for more than 40 annual fundraising events- Manages 10+ annual fundraising events and serves as the primary point of contact between their volunteer leadership and the Scholarship Foundation office, including all elements of the National Strategic Support Plan for these events- Works closely with event committee chairpersons and Director of National Events to coordinate budgetary, marketing, logistical, and fundraising requirements for events- Manages the accurate distribution of event registration, revenue, and financial reports for all events- Provides guidance, training and direction to the Events Coordinator and Events Intern- Trains volunteers on day-of event funds financial procedures and manages process on-site at the event- Identifies potential student speakers for events and works with committees to secure student attendance and train student speakers- Works closely with Heroes Tribute Program Coordinator to identify potential Wounded Marines and Gold Star Families and assists with necessary travel arrangements of these VIP’s when necessary- Manages the distribution of campaign and event materials to event committees, including updates on the activities of the Scholarship Foundation, and ensures that committees are using the most recent information in their marketing materials- Collaborates to establish an effective volunteer outreach, coordination and recognition program to include stewardship of volunteers at all levels

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Work on a variety of association, government and commercial clients to provide a range of public relations and strategic communication skills.- Compile media audits based on event-driven and on-going media coverage; analyze tone and topic of coverage. Use findings to provide media recommendations to c-suite members.- Pitch media and secure top-tier national, regional and local press on a variety of story topics.Responsible for identifying key markets and reporters, building media lists, crafting pitch and reaching out to reporters.- Plan, coordinate and execute national satellite media tours for broadcast interviews.Manage spokesperson schedule and assist with media training practicum.- Provide project management assistance for a large government project. Maintain budget tracker and task timeline, including using Microsoft Project software.- Write press releases for key program events, and ensure distribution to relevant press contacts.- Coordinate with local points of contact regarding a large-scale military social behavioral changecampaign. Provide resources, toolkits and materials for local liaisons to implement the programin their community.- Write strategic communications plans to provide an integrated approach to reaching audienceswith key messages.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

June 2011 - October 2012 -- Supported United States Marine Corps, Headquarters Division of Public Affairs. - Worked on-site at the Pentagon as part of the Communication Integration, Media and Plans Branches.- Managed the Strategic Communication Information and Calendar sections on the Senior Leader Services Portal.- Edited the Marine Corps Connection, a weekly round-up of top stories related to the Marine Corps that is distributed to more than 5,000 readers via email and hosted on Marine Corps’ Community Relations website.- Managed production, copy edited and formatted bi-weekly compilation of public affairs guidance and talking points.- Planned and executed high-level media training to one-star generals as part of Brigadier General Select Orientation Course. - Coordinated subject matter expert speaking engagements at D.C. area think tank and academic institutions.

Washington, D.C.

Supported the Army's Operation Tribute to Freedom program, an Army community outreach program, operated out of the Office of Chief of Public Affairs.- Researched and wrote weekly Soldier profiles for the OTF Soldier Story e-newsletter, and secured local, regional and national media coverage for featured Soldiers.- Provided media training and compiled talking points for Soldiers prior to interview opportunities.- Managed social media presence for the program, including Facebook and Twitter.- Coordinated community speaking engagements for recently returned Soldiers, and facilitated recognition opportunities with NFL, NHL, MLS and NBA teams.- Compiled weekly, monthly and annual reports to show the impact of the program to high-ranking military leadership.- Managed a network of military and media contacts to provide ongoing support for various initiatives and community relations activities.

- Wrote biographies of Pennsylvania authors and composed feature articles on state-wide cultural achievements for website.

- Placed in LIFE House, a substance-free environment for freshmen students.- Teaching Assistant (TA) during fall 2008 for Counselor Education 302, prerequisite course; led class discussions and graded written assignments.- Inducted into National Residence Hall Honorary, Nittany Chapter; received Bronze Pin Award.

- Assisted Dr. Jennifer Mittelstadt with her research about the benefits for servicemen and their families as it relates to the all-volunteer military since the 1970s.- Requested permission of documents for publication in an undergraduate textbook.

- Wrote press releases and media advisories for upcoming events, and secured media coverage.- Gathered and organized information, wrote brief articles and sold advertising for the Fall-Winter Program Guide, a 50-page biannual publication featuring activities and department information.- Completed administrative tasks as necessary, such as proofing documents, coordinating community outreach events and handling media inquiries.

- Wrote articles for the magazine and Web site about local events and community members.- Completed distribution requests and organized information for advertising department.- Monthly publication with a circulation of 20,000 in central Pennsylvania.

B.A., Journalism, Women'S Studies

Activities and Societies: - Student leader in various on-campus activities - Resident Assistant in freshman dorm; member of National.

Diploma