Veronica Rivas Mittino Email & Phone Number

Beverly Hills, California, United States

Greater Los Angeles Area

Greater Los Angeles Area

Greater Los Angeles Area

Riverside, Ca

Riverside, Ca

Greater Los Angeles Area

•Reported to and worked under the direction of the CEO.•Targeted key corporations that were assumed to provide sponsorships and/or grant opportunities and developed a professional working relationship with decision makers.•Actively managed an assigned portfolio of clients and corporate partners including corporate advised funds, professional sports organizations and consulting engagements. •Secured corporate funding and sponsorships for clients and events. •Responsible for the complete knowledge and full scope of corporate citizenship and grant programs, including funding guidelines and criteria. •Provided a continuous updated list of opportunities to the grant/client managers.•Responsible for the introduction of upcoming opportunities to The Grace Group leadership team to develop funding on behalf of clients. •Maintained regular and on-demand contact to check on clients’ experiences with corporate partners and to streamline interactions and processes.•Conducted review with clients and grant managers to assess program performance and progress against goals.•Remained informed of current corporate philanthropy and corporate social responsibility trends and best practices and worked internally to identify client matches via existing grant/client managers.•Supported external events for client base and extended networks.•Provided counsel to develop strategic corporate social responsibility programs for clients as requested or required.•Connected clients to corporate social responsibility/ corporate giving programs and initiatives. •Collaborated with other community foundation departments regarding corporate funds and customized philanthropic services. •Represented The Grace Group at events, conferences, seminars, etc.

Greater Los Angeles Area

•Solicited and secured commitments of participation of cash, in-kind donations or sponsorships from individuals, corporations and professional sports organizations resulting in revenue exceeding $950,000.•Established and maintained effective working relationships with clients and corporate representatives and used these relationships to develop new business opportunities.•Attended community events and meetings to promote organizational goals.•Created or updated donor databases.•Developed strategies to encourage new or increased contributions.•Monitored progress of fundraising drives.•Planed and directed special events for fundraising, such as year-end galas and small intimate gatherings. •Wrote speeches, press releases, and other promotional materials and secured speakers for charitable events and community meetings to increase awareness of the causes, missions, or goals of organizations seeking funds.•Coordinated transportation or delivery of materials, supplies, and donations for fundraising events.•Prepared materials for charitable events, including appeal letters, promotional material, and gift bags.

Monctlair, Ca

•Designed and implemented creative marketing strategies to boost physical fitness awareness.•Involved in the development of the personal training department, sales staff, and client relations.•Monitored customer preferences to determine focus of sales efforts.•Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.

San Bernardino County

•Identified main client groups and audiences, determined the best way to communicate publicity information and developed and implemented a communication plan.•Coordinated and developed community outreach events in order to establish a presence with homeless youth.•Secured program funding and resources through special events.•Wrote press releases.•Developed educational programs to target at risk youth.•Established a physical location to provide at risk youth with clothing, food, and hygiene products.

Juris Doctor, Law

Activities and Societies: Student Bar Association, Vice President, 2016-2017; Mock Trial Team, 2016-2017; Student Bar Association, Board.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Legal Studies & Organizational Leadership

Business Administration And Management, General

Activities and Societies: ULV Track & Field