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Alexandria, Va, Us

New York, New York, United States

Initiatives & Responsibilities:⬨ Pioneered Corporate Engagement Team, driving 52% revenue growth to $696K from FY22 to FY24 through strategic partnerships and innovative sponsorship models.⬨ Introduced Career Immersion Days, enhancing student networking while offering companies a meaningful way to support OppNet philanthropically and meet their employee engagement goals.⬨ Diversified partnerships beyond finance, securing support from BET and Macy's.⬨ Achieved 85% corporate partner renewal rate from FY23 to FY24.⬨ Led social media campaign with woman-owned business, featuring notable supporters like Tonya Lewis Lee and Sunny Hostin.⬨ Mentored direct report in volunteer management and program coordination, fostering growth and efficiency in engagement team operations.⬨ Revitalized young professionals board, resulting in a substantial 75% increase in member contributions for FY24.Key Achievements:⬨ Revenue Growth: Increased by 52% between FY22 and FY24.⬨ High Retention: Achieved 85% corporate partner renewal rate from FY23 to FY24.⬨ Pipeline Diversification: Secured partnerships outside of finance, enhancing OppNet’s brand visibility.

New York, New York, United States

Initiatives & Responsibilities:⬨ Spearheaded COVID-19 relief funding strategy, securing $900K within three months through enhanced board giving and donor portfolio management.⬨ Launched end-of-fiscal year campaign raising $400K in two weeks.⬨ Cultivated strategic corporate partnerships for initiatives like a sustainability workshop with S’well and virtual career panels with Viacom and Macy’s.⬨ Analyzed donor trends and giving patterns to optimize outreach, significantly increasing board contributions.Key Achievements:⬨ Crisis Response: Led COVID-19 relief funding efforts, securing critical funding rapidly.⬨ Record-Breaking Thanksgiving Drive: Increased revenue from $15K in 2019 to $95K in 2020 for BCNY’s most successful Thanksgiving event.⬨ Enhanced Donor Engagement: Boosted board member giving through tailored donor stewardship.

New York, New York, United States

Initiatives & Responsibilities:⬨ Directed three to four major fundraising events per year, driving $2M+ in revenue. ⬨ Led organization’s Women’s Board and oversaw quarterly board meetings to ensure alignment with fundraising goals, providing leadership for five board committees, including the president’s council, executive committee, resources committee, volunteer committee, and annual fund committee. ⬨ Developed a multi-sponsor approach for signature events, increasing sponsor participation and corporate funds raised beyond the previous $75K–$100K limit.Key Achievements:⬨ Revenue & Sponsorship Records: Set new records for revenue and sponsorship at both Fall Gala 2019 and Winter Luncheon 2020.⬨ Event Efficiency: Achieved highest corporate sponsorship revenue with the lowest expenses at Winter Luncheon 2020.⬨ Corporate Mindset Shift: Expanded sponsorship beyond a transactional, exclusive sponsor approach, raising $100K+ per event from corporations.

New York, New York, United States

Initiatives & Responsibilities: ⬨ Planned and executed nine annual fundraising events, enhancing event appeal and guest experience.⬨ Strengthened relationships with event committees, board members, and external partners.⬨ Organized a groundbreaking ceremony for the Harlem clubhouse, featuring guest speaker President Bill Clinton.Key Achievements: ⬨ Auction Success: Raised $1.7M at the 2017 Christmas Tree Gala, sourcing the most auction items in the organization’s history and exceeding revenue goals.⬨ High-Profile Event Execution: Delivered a groundbreaking ceremony for a new Harlem clubhouse within two months. ⬨ Board Engagement: Cultivated a portfolio of three board members, securing $30K in general operating support within two meetings

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Initiatives & Responsibilities:⬨ Supported new business development and pitch generation. Led cross-functional teams in executing 40+ high-profile events, driving client satisfaction and repeat business for corporate and nonprofit sectors.⬨ Fostered strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless event execution for prestigious clients like Target and Carnegie Hall.⬨ Developed creative solutions to complex event challenges, enhancing overall guest experience and solidifying client partnerships.

New York, New York, United States

Initiatives & Responsibilities:⬨ Directed summer 2014 International Freshman Sendoff program in Hong Kong, Taipei, Singapore, Manila, London, Vancouver, Istanbul, Mumbai, and Dubai; increased international events from two to nine as result of success and fostered high-level donor relationships for NYU.⬨ Developed data-driven fundraising strategies for international prospects, providing executive leadership with actionable insights.⬨ Orchestrated cross-functional teams to execute large-scale international cultivation and stewardship events, ensuring seamless experiences for alumni, parents, and friends.⬨ Conducted comprehensive analyses of global development trends, informing strategic decision-making and enhancing program effectiveness

New York, New York, United States

New York, New York, United States