Lynn Cohen Koehler Email & Phone Number

New York, United States

New York, Ny, Us

Celebrating 40 years, The Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition is a nonprofit Arts organization with a 25000 Square Foot Art Gallery in a Civil War-era warehouse on the Red Hook Waterfront. As the Arts Administrator, I supported the Board of Directors in managing Operations, Governance, Membership, volunteers, communications, Grants, Development, publicity, Marketing and Office/Gallery Management and Gallery events - a true Administrative Generalist.

Brooklyn, Ny, Us

Spreading Awareness about the symptoms and Risks of Ovarian Cancer is key to T.E.A.L's Mission. T.E.A.L. has an annual Walk/Run in Brooklyn and other locations, to increase awareness and to raise funds for research for a cure, and for screening/testing (there is no accurate screen for Ovarian Cancer). As Office Administrator, I provided Event and Office Operations support key to T.E.A.L.'s mission, including bookkeeping, HR, sponsorships, grants, donor and registration support.

Brooklyn, New York, Us

Brooklyn Ice is a non-profit after-school ice skating program serving Brooklyn's low income children. We provide group figure skating lessons, homework help, journal writing activities, off-ice fitness and other workshops for school-age children.I managed the day-to-day administration and operations of the organization, including: fiscal management, human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, fundraising, donor relations, grant writing, public relations, program planning and operations, program oversight, technology, strategic planning, outreach to sponsors and Board support. Achievements include receiving a national grant which was awarded on national TV, tripling student participation, adding STEM program, expanding donor involvement, organizing 10th anniversary Event, Organizing Ice Skating Shows with International Figure Skaters, and increased community awareness and involvement. *** Yes, I do EVERYTHING that's needed to help run a small non-profit organization***

Personal assistant to Dick Button. Assisted with archiving and cataloging extensive digital, video and film collection of figure skating history and entertainment projects. Assisted with speaking engagements and scheduling. www.dickbutton.com

New York, Ny, Us

Behind the Book is a education/literacy nonprofit organization devoted to providing underserved New York City public school children with refreshingly creative and empowering programs designed to build literacy skills and create a community of lifelong readers and writers. As Business/Office Manager I managed office operations, provided financial, development and administrative support, and expanded the volunteer program. I also participated on site with children, and helped with fundraising events.

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Us

Served as Member of the Board of Directors of the Bethlehem Area Public Library representing Lower Saucon Township for 15 years.Supported library mission, philosophy and visionSupported decision making and planningGuided Executive Director performance, delivery of servicesSupported services and how providedFiscal Oversight and DirectionEnsure fair and equal treatment through policies

Managed office operations and customer service for small technology/entertainment sales company servicing worldwide theatrical and entertainment clientele including, processing orders, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, negotiating with vendors, contracts, coordinating domestic and international shipments, supplies, insurance, facilities, human resources, payroll, equipment troubleshooting (office & tech), training, sales/sales support, resolving issues to customers satisfaction and keeping everyone happy. Researching business opportunities. Relationship sales specialist. Professional audio and lighting equipment sales. Professional Pro Audio Broker. Valuation services.

Set up office operations for start-up. Created website and database (Microsoft Access). Sales, customer support, database management (CRM/10K ). Business development research. Transitioned small business from one century, to the next

Planned/designed/organized Programs, Seminars, workshops, discussions for the World Science Fiction Convention 2009 (Anticipation) for Teens and Young Adults. (ask about Sushi with Neil!)

Promoted new magazine format for internationally known music magazine founded by Pete Seeger. Increased circulation, membership renewals and ad sales. Promotion from Office Manager/Membership Manager.

Managed office operations for small nonprofit publishing company - and research library founded by Pete Seeger. Provided full range of membership services: renewals, mailing lists, donations/gift processing, bookkeeping (Peachtree), publication sales, research and general friendly assistance. Managed membership and library databases. Supervised clerical and volunteer staff. Supported board operations.

Washington, Dc, Us

Personal secretary for Congressman Don Ritter in the Bethlehem District office with responsibilities for confidential matters, writing correspondence, editing speeches, reception, handling requests for appointments and events and providing detailed schedule coordination. Primary point for constituent service. Assisted constituents, public officials and other VIPs.

New York, New York, Us

Increased specialty advertising (Literary Supplement- VLS) for well known publication

Account support for Marketing Communications company specializing in tech and bio-tech industries. Researched potential companies/clients. As an Assistant AE it was an incredible learning experience: including using early iMACs for desktop publishing/design and CRM database.

I got to work on a HOWARD THE DUCK comic! (and a few other projects.) 'Nuff said.(mostly Freelance Editing, some staff/line editing)

Provided administrative/office management and support resulting in the efficient operation of large creative department of an international entertainment/publishing company (75 creative staff, 300+ offsite freelancers), reporting directly to Vice-President. Managed day-to-day office operations including preparation of reports, proposals, contracts, and correspondence; expenses/invoices, tracking contracts, projects, scheduling, project administration, file/organization systems.• Created procedures and administrative tools necessary to efficiently schedule, track, and deliver department assignments and projects• Compiled, monitored, managed and reconciled departmental budget and expenses including: supplies, travel, conventions, special events, freelancers, and materials• Organized special events from concept, booking, catering, logistics, and budgets through execution including the 25th Anniversary events• Arranged and managed travel for editorial staff and freelancers• Purchased office supplies and art supplies; Negotiated with vendors to achieve best pricing and timely delivery• Managed/coordinated special projects, publications, and promotions with creative staff, marketing and licensing departments. Liaised with all departments to follow through on special projects and requests • Supervised and mentored department secretaries, editorial assistants, and high school and college interns. Trained staff to use word processing/computers • Developed and expanded Internship program and initiated extern program. Recruited, interviewed, hired office staff and all interns. • Created timelines for projects and publications to meet deadlines• Edited publications including production, proofreading, coordinating with artistic and scripting freelancers, and trafficking support• Built relationships and coordinated project details with worldwide freelancers and suppliers• Initiated and developed publicity and public relations programs

Post Graduate Certificate, Publishing

Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management

Education record

Space Sciences/Sparc

Liberal Arts/Biological Anthropology