• Work with cross-functional leadership team to develop internal communications. • Interface with stakeholders and build positive relationships to grow the business and leverage partners. • Partner with Directors to help lead the industry’s inaugural and second Next Generation LGBT Leaders’ Forums/Initiatives; crafting strategic messaging to leverage partners and manage logistics with full cycle event planning. • Designed and implemented registration website, e-mail invitations, and event flyers to engage associates at the 2015 Special Olympics World Games. • Subject Matter Expert for Finance managing function’s budget with a high attention to detail, simultaneously controlling OPEX to drive savings and increase efficiency.

• First impression for guests and associates visiting the office providing excellent customer service. • Assist Finance Team with ad hoc reporting, process invoices in a timely manner, and manage supplies for office of 75. • Manage payroll for hourly associates, checking for accuracy and correcting associate errors.

• Controlled event logistics for annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake community fundraiser, raising $41k for programs through positive relationship building and community outreach. • Researched and implemented new communication methods and produced marketing avenues to connect with Donors, Volunteers, and Community via e-mail campaigns, social media, and website. • Strengthened annual Dream Builder Auction fundraiser; engaging past donors, soliciting new supporters, and streamlining plan. • Provided daily support in pursuit of organizational needs by stewarding Board Members, Volunteers, Donors, and Community to garner support for programs and generate revenue.

• Enhanced growing industry’s visibility through administration of social media campaigns, created and distributed press releases, advertisements, newsletters, and maintained website that led to regional and national awareness. • Full cycle event management for inaugural 1k+ guest wine and food tasting including sponsorships, volunteers, vendors, permits, and communications.• HR liaison accountable for managing, motivating, and training three Interns, dictating projects, mentoring, and ensuring successful completion of every project. • Managed communications with 70+ member winery and vineyards while actively engaging with each on a personal level to gain trust and build rapport.