As Corporate Director of Strategy, much of my focus was on identifying, researching and framing alternatives to define Bethesda's corporate strategy and facilitate realization of strategic plans and business objectives.

Performed research and analysis in suport of identified projects, corporate strategy, development initiatives and operational issues in order to provide insights on the business implications of the research and analysis. I developed the strategic and analytical frameworks to assess and enhance our competitive and operational intelligence and benchmarking.

Specialist in uncovering prospective and current donor wealth, background and inclination, providing the framework to maximize organizational efforts and results. Ensured statutory compliance for corporations' development operations throughout the U.S. Developed organization's Document Retention and Destruction policy for further compliance efforts.

Oversaw the preparation of high-quality and timely grant proposals, solicitations, funder reports and other communications required to support ongoing fundraising activities. Conducted grant research, proposal development, and follow up; ensured that proposals were in alignment with program goals and priorities.Oversaw creation of targeted annual appeals directed to donors, grateful families and employees. Directed upgrades to the Foundation's website and public information communications, including social media; oversee creation of print and virtual PR materials directed to donors, including newsletters/e-newsletters, and informational packets.

Develop grant-seeking program from scratch: research private grant-making foundations, companies and governmental agencies; work with Board members to plan and execute individualized approaches to grant submissions; create and write grant proposals and carry-through to reporting. Collaborate with program directors to identify and develop plans for identifying support needs and opportunities.Research new admissions and existing donors regarding their ability and propensity to give, and suggest approaches for cultivation with Executive Director; created grateful patient/"alumni" identification and cultivation program.Maintain and updated donor/prospect database to ensure accuracy and integrity of data (DonorPerfect Online). Plan and execute successful annual fund-raising galas, increasing net proceeds 10% year over year. Responsible for managing donor communications: authoring compelling newsletter articles, Foundation's annual appeals (segmented and targeted), and Foundation's Constant Contact e-mail update program.

Performed donor and prospect research and researched potential grant funders. Processed all donations, maintained integrity of donor database records (e-Tapestry), performed queries and ran reports and managed annual employee-giving campaign. Managed community wellness luncheons, including using targeted database selection.