Melissa Ehrhardt Email & Phone Number

Sarasota County, Florida, United States

Planning and implementing community partner engagement in support of Community Adaptation Program, asses community needs to identify and support the most vulnerable populations, help create community resiliency in health, food security, and housing and lessen disaster-caused human impacts

Clearwater, Florida, United States

Developed strategic partnerships within the community, spread awareness of organization's mission and efforts, connected resources for future growth of the organization

Clearwater, Florida, United States

•Developed relationships with local employers, assessed their hiring needs, and provided next steps and solutions for workforce problems.•Business Development and B2B sales through prospecting, networking, closing, and follow-up•Coordinated career fairs and events, handling all details, communication, volunteer recruitment, scheduling, and follow-up.•Managed team of 6 diverse staff members through a servant leadership model including the business services team, veteran employment representative, and disability navigator•Created program based on grant guidelines and state requirements•Compiled research/data for grants, presentations and employers desiring industry snapshots•Took ownership of special projects and assignments aiding in the future growth of organization•Attended community meetings, civic organizations, and events to represent organization with both existing and prospective partners•Assisted individuals with resumes, soft skills, and interview help and then made connections to companies on their behalf•Built list of external partners including community organizations, county resources, employers, and training providers to equip staff with ways to best serve customers

•Led the overall organization, collaborated with Board of Directors to develop vision and future growth, and strategic plans. •Served as the chief spokesperson for AHHH including overseeing all social media, marketing, newsletters, managing community events, and speaking engagements.•Developed and executed fundraising plans including grant writing, fundraising initiatives, special events, identifying prospective donors, and maintained relationships with current donors.•Identified, developed and maintained community partnerships with key hospital staff, C-Suite executives, civic organizations, stakeholders, non-profit resources, financial institutions, and schools.•Managed and oversaw annual budget in excess of $300K, maintained financial reports, and reviewed monthly financial statements.•Created and managed production of marketing materials, strategic plan, communications, and presentations building the brand for AHHH.•Supervised, recruited, trained, and managed five staff members to ensure efficient and effective daily operations.•Managed over 300 volunteers in providing services for the house and guests.•Property Management of 1920s home including coordinating vendors, room revamping, general maintenance, capital projects

Atlanta, Ga

•Managed day-to-day activities for 130 homeless residents including interviewing, rescuing, training, mentoring, and equipping for future success.•Organized and led volunteer teams each week, often over 1-200 people.•Actively engaged in street outreach to provide food, hope, and a way to enter our program to those experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, refugees, and those with mental health disorders.•Created all marketing materials and used platforms such as weekly email newsletters, social media, mail-outs, press releases, and more. •Spoke to groups, churches, companies, and civic organizations to spread awareness of organizational needs and develop volunteers/donors.•Creatively solved problems with little to no budget•Regularly taught classes and trainings to residents, providing an environment of growth and healing