Killian Rush Email & Phone Number

• Fostered the development of the ‘SOL Goals’ program, an innovative education program aligned with the 17 UNSDGs to promote sustainability awareness and action among SOL Digital employees, resulting in active participation from a cohort of over 10 employees• Crafted creative descriptions for each environmental goal, making complex concepts accessible and relevant to employees; Curated a selection of engaging monthly content and speakers to educate and inspire the team about sustainability topics and goals• Orchestrated monthly roundtable discussions and presentations centered around the current ‘SOL Goal,’ fostering dialogue and culture in a remote workplace; Encouraged participation and engagement in exploring innovative solutions and initiatives within the sustainability sector• Developed a comprehensive intake form to assess employees’ lifestyle, health history, and wellness goals; Conducted Telehealth consultations with employees to provide personalized guidance; Established rapport and trust with participants through active listening, empathy, and effective communication• Arranged customized wellness plans incorporating nutrition, herbal remedies, and lifestyle modifications to address physical, emotional, and mental well-being

Palisade, Colorado, United States

• Cultivated strong relationships with VIP clientele, enhancing brand loyalty and fostering repeat business• Collaborated with winery staff to understand the nuances of terroir, viticulture techniques, and sustainability practices in winemaking; Demonstrated a deep understanding of wine varietals, flavor profiles, and production methods to assist customers in making informed choices• Leveraged creativity and attention to detail to execute special events such as wine dinners, weddings, and luncheons that showcased the winery’s products and hospitality offerings

Paonia, Colorado, United States

• Created outreach materials and promotional packages, annual reports, and organizational strategic plans; Worked with staff to implement plans, promotional strategies, and communication structures• Led all marketing and communication channels including website development and maintenance, designing e-newsletters, blogs, annual reports, social media, graphic design, and fundraising appeals• Increased web traffic 93% and newsletter subscriptions 60% in 2021• Outreached to priority constituencies in top geographies to help build local farm and food networks• Planned and executed community engagement and fundraising events; Exceeded event fundraising target by 60% and gained 6 new business sponsorships• Managed donor database including data input, form development, acknowledgements and public relations• Collaborated with allied and affinity organizations by developing polls, surveys, and other tools to gauge and assess interest in organizational programming; Increased survey response rate by 48% in 2021• Researched grants, provided analysis and support for funding proposals

Grand Junction, Co

• Directed individual, business, and major donor membership recruitment, renewals, and relations. Planned and implemented fundraising events and annual fundraising appeals, exceeding targets by developing engagement strategies• Exceeded fundraising target of $100K by 6% in 2019• Recruited and collaborated with internal and external partners to develop and lead outreach and engagement strategies; Designed and developed sponsorship packages and outreach materials• Conducted public relations efforts including TV and radio interviews, fundraising presentations, and served as organizational representative at public speaking events resulting in $20K of funding• Managed Program Coordinator, volunteers, and Development Committee including preparation and facilitation of committee meetings; Engaged committee members to take active role in fundraising• Served as organization lead, liaison to, and active member of Grand Valley Gives, Banff Mountain Film Festival, and Community Impact Council planning committees• Researched grants and submitted proposals for funding; Provided analysis and support for grants

Grand Junction, Colorado, United States

• Led development program including membership renewals, business and major donor renewals, and annual fundraising appeals. Planned and executed fundraising events, incorporating impactful storytelling to highlight organizational achievements• Managed all external communications including monthly e-newsletters, social media, impact reports, data visualization, blog stories, website updates• Supported design and development of outreach materials and promotional packages• Managed development volunteers• Supervised non-profit information management including all CRM database activities• River guide and outdoor educator for 6th-12th grade educational river trips with at-risk youth

Grand Junction, Colorado, United States

• Develop and implement organizational volunteer program communication structure• Enhance community engagement by assisting with GOCO grant and spearheading CCA bookstore expansion• Lead implementation and expansion of Trail Stewardship Program• Develop interdisciplinary curriculum and formalize education program for marginalized students• Assist with the planning and implementation of K-12 education programs• Outdoor educator and river guide for 6th-12th grade educational river trips with at-risk youth• Productively worked on diverse tasks and projects throughout two and a half years of service

Master In Environmental Management, Sustainable And Resilient Communities

Bachelor'S, Environmental Science

Minor in Watershed Science

International Student Exchange Program

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Environmental Science

Activities and Societies: Environmental Science Club