Political Consulting
Fundraising & Grant Writing (non-profit and for-profit)Designed grant processes for non-profit agencies and trained staff on finding and implementing new funding opportunities; fundraised on political campaigns for local bonds, councils, and commissions by planning fundraisers and managing fundraising calendars.Communications Implementation ManagerWrote internal and external communications plans for non-profits, for-profits and government agencies by developing measurable goals, strategies, and tactics; identified opportunities and barriers, target messages, audiences, and communication vehicles for complex, community-based initiatives; worked with government agencies on developing crisis communication plans and sustainability plans; created implementation plans for government and for-profit communications departments.Event PlannerCoordinated all logistical and operational aspects of events; conducted research to establish expected outcomes and determined the needs and resources required to meet final fundraising goals; planned fundraisers, receptions, conferences, and other events for fundraising and promotional events; designed invitations and promotional materials; facilitated public meetings and discussions for community issues.Campaign ManagementDeveloped, planned, and executed campaign budgets; refined, managed, and implemented communication strategies (e.g., press releases, commercials, editorials, et cetera); produced copy and design for marketing materials (e.g., brochures, videos, newsletters); worked closely with fundraising and steering committees to ensure the candidate’s success in all pledge requests.Organizational DevelopmentEstablished mission statements, goals and values for organizations seeking to increase effectiveness and viability; developed standard practices and business objectives dealing with both short- and long-term goals.