Matthew Ott, Ms, Fasae, Cae, Cmp Email & Phone Number

United States

Providing volunteer/board-led, mission-driven associations and non-profits with the following services: - Interim CEO and Executive Director services- Strategic Planning- Governance Review & Strategy- Board Relations & Training- Business Development & Revenue Growth Initiatives- Mergers & Acquisitions- International Development

Created in 2007, the Smith Family Foundation (formerly the Wayne and Donna J. Smith Foundation) supports organizations and causes that tangibly improve the quality of life for communities across the country. The organization has contributed over $300,000 to multiple organizations including but not limited to: AARP, ASAE, Capital Hospice and USO.

Mclean, VA Virginia, US

Arlington, Virginia, US

• Responsible for global operations, board management, strategy, & fiscal policy for two 501(c)6 trade associations (Global Cold Chain Alliance, Controlled Environment Builders Association) and a 501(c)3 foundation.
• Reported to three boards of directors with over 80+ members and led 12+ board, strategy, finance, and advocacy committee meetings annually.
• Led efforts to merge the International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses and International Refrigerated Transportation Association to officially create a new 501(c)6 trade association with new governance.
• Led board driven committee to launch a new brand, mission, and strategic plan for the Global Cold Chain Foundation, formally World Food Logistics Organization.
• Grew attendance, sponsorship, and advertising revenue by over $1MM annually for 30+ global member programs and events designed to educate, train, and share industry best practices.
• Established and funded new international legislative and regulatory advocacy efforts leading to improved access to lawmakers while ensuring that “cold chain” initiatives were highly visible and well-supported.

Washington, DC, US

Helping businesses of all shapes and sizes add heart to their business development and sales strategy. Services included:- Sales/Business Development Strategy- Sales Training & Coaching- Chief Revenue Officer "On-Demand" - Marketing Plans for Growth- Non-Dues Revenue Strategy & Procurement- Member Value Proposition Development- Event & Conference Planning.

Washington D.C., District Of Columbia, US

Worked closely with NGA's 13 member Executive Committee and 50 member Board of Directors on the development and execution of strategy designed to further the interests of the independent grocery industry. Managed teams responsible for the organization's day-to-day operations; business development and revenue generation; events, education and conferences.

Washington D.C., District Of Columbia, US

Washington D.C., District Of Columbia, US

Responsible for the following departments, programs and initiatives: Association Operations (HR, IT, Finance and Resource Management)Membership Business DevelopmentAnnual ConventionMarketingStrategic Partnerships Long-range Strategic Planning

Washington D.C., District Of Columbia, US

Responsibilities:-Membership Recruitment & Retention-Marketing Strategy and Development-Strategic Planning including Budget Development-Selection, Implementation & Administration of Technologies-AMS Administration (Avectra NetFORUM Pro)-Component Relations-Social CRM through AMS and Social Media-Project Management & Contract Negotiation-Spokesperson &.

Served as Chief Staff Executive of NGA's affiliated 501c3 organization focused on providing workforce development and education opportunities for individuals working in the grocery industry.

Responsibilities/Accomplishments:-Reduced marketing/meetings costs by 25%-Assisted with sales and administration of organization sponsorships-Site selection, RFP administration and contract negotiation-Created and published a weekly e-newsletter -Strategic planning and budget development

Ashburn, VA, US

Responsibilities/Accomplishments:-Sales and logistics for Exhibition and Sponsorship portion of NRPA Annual Congress (500 exhibitors, 8,000 attendees)-Responsible for bringing in over $5,000,000 in exhibit and sponsorship revenue -Secured 35% of revenue from new donors and participants-Increased previous year's sales by 10% in a down economy-Created a.

Durham, New Hampshire, US

Responsibilities/Accomplishments:-Assisted in the creation, development and administration of a 501(c)3 program for all youth sport coaches in the state of New Hampshire-Created new methods of acquiring additional revenue streams through sponsorship, grants and other means of fund raising-Administered in-person training sessions for coaches across the.

Responsibilities/Accomplishments:-Simultaneously assisted multiple clients with various needs related to developing and administering successful projects, programs and events.-Provided clients with the successful completion of the following tasks: meeting scheduling, destination management, contract management, RFP submissions, and employee, volunteer and.

Ms, Recreation Management & Policy

Bs, Hfrr - Sport Management