Laura Shapalis Email & Phone Number

Rosslyn, Va

TechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses and industries. We help grow strong markets that create income and jobs.Drives operational improvement by combining an in-depth understanding of TechnoServe’s operational needs with creative use of technology. Interfaces with all departments to design functioning process applications, deliver financial and data transparency, provide documentation and training, and, thereby, improve TechnoServe’s ability to deliver programmatic impact.

Rosslyn, Va

- Served as the primary administrator for TechnoServe's various financial information systems- Governed financial data visualization and reporting within the organization- Led on the implementation of new technologies and tools to streamline financial operations- Focused on process efficiency and user experience

Washington D.C. Metro Area

The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), founded in 1961, is an international conservation organization that focuses on critically important landscapes in Africa. AWF's programs and conservation strategies are designed to protect the wildlife and wild lands of Africa, and ensure a more sustainable future for its people.- Fostered collaborative problem solving within the organization in the context of project implementation- Developed processes and reports to increase coordination among project managers and other support departments- Maintained and updated systems to facilitate good management disciplines, and tracks manager performance in this regard- Encouraged and tracked adherence to AWF’s project management methodology- Served as lead administrator for AWF’s project management system

Washington D.C. Metro Area

- Assisted in facilitating realistic and timely project work planning - Reviewed project plans to ensure activities are in line with donor promises and deliverables- Maintained and updates systems to facilitate sound management disciplines- Delivered reports to increase coordination among project managers and support departments- Maintained track of donor reporting requirements- Served as lead administrator of AWF’s project management system

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Washington D.C. Metro Area

- Provided outstanding customer service to all inbound current and prospective donor inquiries- Participated with AWF and fundraising counsel teams in strategy development and execution- Managed AWF’s workplace giving relationship with EarthShare- Helped maintain AWF’s donor database through general database hygiene and maintenance- Assisted in production quote requests, proof approvals, vendor relations, and inventory management- Provided general administrative support to AWF’s DC office

Washington D.C. Metro Area

- Maintained organization’s social media presence by creating engaging content and by monitoring the reach and audience response- Supported research and development of additional social media channels to increase online presence - Assisted in developing new copy and adapting existing copy for website content updates - Provided editorial assistance for email marketing and communications projects - Managed blog entry editing and posting while collaborating with AWF staff to generate content- Assisted in the maintenance of AWF’s digital asset library

Washington D.C. Metro Area

The National Zoological Park, known as the National Zoo, is one of the oldest zoos in the United States, and part of the Smithsonian Institution. Founded in 1889, its mission is to provide leadership in animal care, science, education, sustainability, and visitor experience.- Complied with safety protocols and policies of the primate unit- Assisted animal keepers with cleaning enclosures and general facility maintenance- Prepared stimulating enrichment activities for primates based on zookeeper specifications- Monitored orangutans’ progress on the O Line (Orangutan Transport System)- Conducted a behavioral study on orangutans