Leigh Rapaport Email & Phone Number

New York, United States

- Promoted from Senior Project Manager- Oversees management of Executive Assistant to the Executive Director

• Stepped up to revamp the recruiting and onboarding experience to create a more intentional, collaborative, and engaging experience for new hires and existing team members.
• Identified need for improved internal communication, definition of roles, accountability, and on-time project delivery. Selected, secured approval, and led implementation of Asana project management tool.
• Lead complex transition from a legacy system to new Salesforce platform for non-profits, in collaboration with external vendor and internal teams, for improved data accuracy, timeliness, and productivity.

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

• Promoted to newly created role as Culture Advocate in recognition of leadership in championing culture-focused efforts. Quickly achieved 4% growth in employee engagement, exceeding expectations. Introduced Employee.
• Took initiative to improve recruiting and onboarding process, including creating interview guides for hiring managers and fostering leadership development opportunities.
• Led corporate rebranding project involving website, digital/print marketing collateral, and social media.

• Supported business owners and executive team in strategic planning, operational processes, and marketing/branding. Coordinated events for employees and external clients
• Promoted to Culture Advocate for championing culture-focused initiatives.

Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

• Administered remote and on-site administrative tasks for non-profits, for profits, and entrepreneurs. Managed daily tasks for clients, including errands, event management, and project management.
• Project managed special projects for clients, including social media, proofreading, editing, and basic design work through Canva. Coordinated and implemented a wide array of events.

Developed and implemented strategy for internal archiving that improved communication, increased access to information, and enabled capability for growth. Maintained inventory and supported budget process for corporate e-commerce site. Served as liaison between Haworth and corporate clients.

Managed patron services, delivered excellent customer service, and coordinated logistics for book sorting.

Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

Served as liaison between internal, cross-functional teams and diverse clients across industries (retail, hospitality, manufacturing, and utilities). Led integrated marketing plan and rebranding initiative for multi-generational client.

Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

Elevated the consulting firm’s image through improved marketing materials and social media presence. Coordinated events, developed digital marketing materials, and managed mass communications. Spearheaded development and roll-out of innovative Next Gen Leadership Series.

Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

Led all aspects of planning, logistics, and communications for major programs and community events for this non-profit organization. Standardized committee infrastructure to improve project planning and management process.

Greater New York City Area

Promoted to oversee education program with 400 (K-12) students. Led recruiting, onboarding, and training of 30+ staff. Managed school logistics and operations including curriculum development, educational materials, and events calendar. Launched and led annual volunteer trip to New Orleans for 15 teens.

New York, NY

Developed and led programming for 150 families. Directed daily operations of synagogue with 700 members. Managed room reservation system and maintained inventory.

Coordinated mailings, conducted database research and administrative assistance. Participated in strategic planning activities aimed at increasing membership.

Strengthens and unifies the Jewish community of Grand Rapids through non-denominational programming

Tutored choir members in reading choral music. Increased cultural awareness through deeper understanding of selected music. Coordinated rehearsals for community performances. Developed marketing materials, including brochures, visual support and grant writing.

Jewish overnight camp located in the Muskoke region of Ontario.; Supervised up to 150 campers, 17 counselors and 4 counselors-in-training annually. Directed camper units, 8-16. Developed and facilitated educational and recreational activities. Oversaw staff development of secular and Judaic programming and provided mentorship on child development issues..

Coursework, Liberal Arts And Jewish Studies

Bachelor Of Arts, Jewish/Judaic Studies