Lisa Ayres Email and Phone Number

Senior Market Manger October 2013 – Present Oversees community engagement, health systems, and corporate and distinguished partner activities in the San Antonio area. Accountable for mission and income targets through partnership, relationship management, and engagement of locally based corporations, foundations, small health systems, volunteer leadership groups and other community-based assets. Supports goal achievement of the entire market goal through the effective management… Show more Senior Market Manger October 2013 – Present Oversees community engagement, health systems, and corporate and distinguished partner activities in the San Antonio area. Accountable for mission and income targets through partnership, relationship management, and engagement of locally based corporations, foundations, small health systems, volunteer leadership groups and other community-based assets. Supports goal achievement of the entire market goal through the effective management, engagement and mobilization of staff and community volunteers. Serve as the face of the American Cancer Society in the San Antonio Community representing the organization to area civic and business groups. Manages the local social media presence of the American Cancer Society. Community Director Health Initiatives – August 2012 – October 2013 Lead team of five staff in managing counties in South Texas which includes overseeing the delivery and support of programs and services to cancer patients and families, cancer prevention, early detection and awareness messaging for the American Cancer Society with community groups, healthcare systems, corporations and general public. Personally managed partnership with the 2 largest health systems San Antonio Methodist Healthcare and Baptist Health System. Supported and oversaw volunteer recruitment and management for multiple assistance programs. Community Manager Distinguished Events – March 2006 –August 2012Executed a distinguished events portfolio of gala, fashion, golf events and foundation requests with accountability for a significant income target. Ensured goal achievement through effective leadership, fundraising, event-related mission and advocacy activities, high-level volunteer management and collaboration with diverse teams. Implemented Gala management software & trained staff & volunteers in its use. Increased donor renewal rate by delivering quality service. Show less

• Supports and partners with CEO and Board members on all major fundraising initiatives.• Recruits, hires, and mentors a vibrant Stewardship team of 13.• Actively works with Executive Director to develop and implement a comprehensive development strategy.• Contributes stewardship-related content for Agency website.• Assumes primary responsibility for development and execution of all proposals. Writes and archives all proposals to support long-term… Show more • Supports and partners with CEO and Board members on all major fundraising initiatives.• Recruits, hires, and mentors a vibrant Stewardship team of 13.• Actively works with Executive Director to develop and implement a comprehensive development strategy.• Contributes stewardship-related content for Agency website.• Assumes primary responsibility for development and execution of all proposals. Writes and archives all proposals to support long-term relationship-management.• Monitors all donor information and presents statistical analysis to Board and other executive team members.• Develops and implements a stewardship program aimed at cultivating relationships with donor community.• Monitors and reports frequently and consistently on the progress of the stewardship goals.• Develops and manages key relations from within the business community in collaboration with Executive Director and Board members.• Works with Director of Marketing to create public relations and marketing materials for the public and the media.• Evaluates overall results of revenue strategy and recommends modifications as needed to ensure attainment of strategy goals. Show less

• Managed the PBS/NPR station's largest fundraisers -the 2 annual live television auctions • Managed and trained 2 full time employees and 5 temporary staff• Personally responsible for procuring donations • Increased revenue by 40% in 4 years • Organized 3 successful Women's Health Conferences • Managed access-based fundraising database • Revised the on-air and online look of the auction • Developed direct mail marketing for events• Increased donor renewal… Show more • Managed the PBS/NPR station's largest fundraisers -the 2 annual live television auctions • Managed and trained 2 full time employees and 5 temporary staff• Personally responsible for procuring donations • Increased revenue by 40% in 4 years • Organized 3 successful Women's Health Conferences • Managed access-based fundraising database • Revised the on-air and online look of the auction • Developed direct mail marketing for events• Increased donor renewal rate by delivering quality service • Organized major donor events• Served as on-air talent for TV and Radio • Managed volunteers for events Show less

• Managed the PBS station's largest fundraiser-the annual live television auction• Managed and trained a full time employee and 10 temporary staff that solicited donations annually for on-air fundraising auctions• Personally responsible for procuring donations• Created new giving level that increased revenue• Worked with an internet company to develop an on-line component of the auction• Formed partnerships with community groups • Managed access-based fundraising… Show more • Managed the PBS station's largest fundraiser-the annual live television auction• Managed and trained a full time employee and 10 temporary staff that solicited donations annually for on-air fundraising auctions• Personally responsible for procuring donations• Created new giving level that increased revenue• Worked with an internet company to develop an on-line component of the auction• Formed partnerships with community groups • Managed access-based fundraising database• Assisted in managing volunteers Show less