Project Management:Manage annual large-scale event including operational and logistical timelines, deliverables, reservations, and vendor and participant review and managementManage relationships with governmental agencies and emergency response teams to ensure compliance with all policies and protocolsThink creatively to address complex problems in a fast-paced environment during the organization’s large-scale events to ensure a safe and welcoming environmentWork closely with Communications Director to ensure effective and timely media relations and marketingHelp manage a team of over two dozen volunteers, each of whom is assigned various components of the annual Festival and Parade event, as well as other programs and events; mentor volunteers to see successful execution of componentsExecute necessary legal, insurance-based, health, and safety obligations of programs and eventsParticipate in and co-facilitate board meetings and strategic planning moderationDevelopment & FinanceCo-manage organizational fundraising in all facets from sponsorship cultivation, individual giving, and grant-seekingHandle frequent conversations with funders, partners, and community members to ensure adequate funding to continue execution of organization’s scope of workFunction as member of organizational finance team, including process development; policy drafting; and identification of areas for improvementAssist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for the organization, especially focused on financial wellness and healthProgramming and Community UpliftmentManage partnerships with dozens of nonprofits, corporations, and community groups to create cohesive, inclusive programs and eventsResearch, analyze, and report on various components of organization’s scope, including partnerships, vendors, program elements, and technologiesCraft, grow, and execute year-round organizational programming to address community needs and desires

Pet treat manufacturing business, with retail and wholesale facets, as well as an online operation. Supplier to several health and grocery store chains, as well as veterinary and pet retail and service businesses. Local retail store supplies treats and select natural products, and allows customers to observe on-site bakery operation.