Leah Bobbey, Cap®, Cfre Email & Phone Number

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Greater Denver Area

Managed a portfolio of approximately 100 individual donors primarily within the $1,000-$5,000 range, coordinating fundraising strategies and initiatives in cooperation with the Director of Development and serving as a principal point of contact for Opera Colorado's donor base.Developed meaningful relationships with Opera Colorado donors, patrons and guests, meeting or exceeding the expected level of donor activity each week and month, such as number of face-to face visits, asks, calls, and personal correspondence.Assisted in Annual Fund activities including monthly donor solicitations via phone and direct mail, benefit fulfillment, and donor stewardship.Researched prospects for Opera Colorado’s new $4M Bold Vision | Bright Future Campaign to build community and capacity. Worked as staff lead in cooperation with the Director of Development, Event Chairs, Committees and the Board of Directors, to plan and execute all major fundraising events, such as the annual black-tie Gala and periodic Spring Tea, grossing approximately $400,000 annually for the company.

Greater Chicago Area

Demonstrated leadership in accordance with Lyric’s mission and vision as they related to the activities and events of Lyric’s six Boards: Board of Directors, Women’s Board, Guild Board of Directors, Ryan Opera Center Board, Chapters Executive Board, and Lyric Young Professionals Board.Worked on yearly strategies, budgeting, governance issues, overarching messaging, and growth of the quality of membership for all Boards.Oversaw the management and execution of all Board bylaws, charters, Full Board and Executive Committee meetings, and Board-specific events throughout the season.Planned and implemented additional Board activities that increased annual fundraising revenues.Oversaw the scheduling for all Board of Directors and Women’s Board meetings, including script development for the Lyric Annual Meeting.Provided leadership, management, and assistance to the Coordinators, Board of Directors and Women’s Board; Associate, Guild Board and Chapters; Associate, Ryan Opera Center Board and Lyric Young Professionals; Special Events Team with their responsibilities under the supervision and approval of the Senior Director, Boards Management and Special Events.Managed planning and implementation of all special fundraising galas including the annual Opening Night Opera Ball, Spring Musical Celebration, Ryan Opera Center Gala, Family Day, All-Chapters Social, Halloween Masquerade, and Lyric Annual Meeting, working with co-chairs and staff to secure sponsors and event attendees in addition to coordinating with vendors.Monitored and oversaw implementation of all aspects of the triennial Wine Auction project, which raised $2.2 million for Lyric's 2018 annual campaign, including print/online catalogue development and production, décor, and pre-/post-event activities, interim Wine Auction-related events; managed all Wine Auction committees, vendors, advisors, and auctioneers.

Greater Chicago Area

Oversaw management and execution of all Women’s Board meetings and all Women’s Board projects and events. Provided leadership and worked closely with the Senior Director of Special Events and Women's Board, Women’s Board President, event chairs, staff, and the membership to achieve special event funding.Managed Women’s Board’s annual fundraising efforts and all activities necessary to achieve them, as well as an active portfolio of donors outside of the Women's Board membership.Alongside Senior Director of Special Events and Women's Board, helped secure all earned and contributed income goals for events.Supervised implementation of all aspects of the triennial Wine Auction project, including print/online catalogue development and production, décor, and pre-/post-event activities, interim Wine Auction-related events. Managed and directed all Wine Auction committees, vendors, advisors, auctioneers.Planned and coordinated Women’s Board member-only international trip to Brussels in 2019; attended and managed all aspects. Participated in other unique travel opportunities, dinners, events and projects, as related to general donor and Women’s Board member cultivation.

Greater Chicago Area

Coordinated event logistics for special Women’s Board events, galas, and meetings, as well as secured event sponsorship to meet financial goals.Developed and maintained an active portfolio of donors, including Women’s Board members andnew Lyric prospects.Oversaw the content and production of Women’s Board social media, email campaigns, andadditional communications.Managed the Commentaries Project, including calls, vendors, scheduling, production, anddistribution.

Member of Lyric's Development team, which raised over $31 million during the 2017 fiscal year.Managed logistics for large-scale events (Opening Night and Opera Ball, Spring Musical Celebration, and Wine Auction), such as photography and transportation, leading staff member briefings, and working with vendors to increase efficiency while still operating within the event budget.Coordinated solicitation of potential candidates for triennial Wine Auction, creating, executing,and tracking mail campaign for $60,000 and $30,000 sponsorship levels.Responsible for communications and presentations to 70-member donor Board.Wrote and designed creative content, and oversaw schedule, for Board-related emails using Mail2.

Greater Chicago Area

Provided high level customer service to Women’s Board members, coordinating arrangements for Women’s Board meetings and special events such as Opening Night and Opera Ball, Annual Musical Gala, and Wine Auction.Managed content and production of Women’s Board e-newsletters as well as Women’s Board password-protected online portal with customized Women’s Board information.Organized Wine Auction processes including soliciting auction items via mass mailings, tracking wine donations, maintaining inventory organization and coordinating shipment of donations.Provided administrative assistance for the Breaking New Ground Capital Campaign and Deputy Director of Development.

Greater Chicago Area

Assisted patrons with ticket sales and provides excellent customer service.Arranged seating and communicates with client to best suit financial needs.Served as ambassador throughout season events to enhance overall experience for the consumer.Gained extensive knowledge of Tessitura ticketing software and Microsoft Office.

Denver, Colorado

Seven-month residency included performances for over 35,000 people, including educational outreach throughout the Greater Rocky Mountain Region and acting as a participant in a crowd-funding concert event for “The Scarlet Letter” world premiere.

Central City, Colorado

Performed the roles of Trio Soprano in "Trouble in Tahiti," Bridesmaid in "Le Nozze di Figaro," Sister Margaretta/Maria (cover) in "The Sound of Music."

Houston, Texas Area

Advised clients for funerals and weddings. Programmed, prepared, and performed music for various services.Led and assisted weekly rehearsals with volunteer-based Sanctuary Choir.

Houston, Texas Area

Earned Master of Music, Spring 2014

Central City, Colorado

Performed the roles of Lady in the Balcony in "Our Town" and Kim in "Showboat." Additionally, performed scenes from Manon, Street Scene, and Dead Man Walking.

Central City, Colorado

Covered the roles of Monica in "The Medium" and Miles in "Turn of the Screw." Additionally, performed scenes from Don Giovanni, Kismet, I Capuletti e i Montecchi, and Die Entführung aus dem Serail.

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Assisted in all aspects of restaurant service.Programmed and organized entertainment for monthly theme dinners, including talent management and set-up.

Schroon Lake, New York

Performed Despina in "Così fan tutte."

Schroon Lake, New York

Performed Barbarina and covered Susanna in "Le nozze di Figaro," as well as Mother/Princess in "Jack and the Beanstalk," an outreach children's opera.

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

Gained knowledge of owning and operating a small business by assisting owner with follow-up calls to vendors and suppliers.Provided high quality customer service to sustain customer base and acquire new business.Reviewed new fashion lines with owner and manager; provided recommendations.Assisted with set-up and execution of off-site boutique sale.Promoted to higher set of responsibilities, including opening and closing of store and lead salesperson.

Bachelor Of Music, Voice Performance

Master'S Of Music, Applied Music- Voice