Sally Bauer Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

-Hosted stakeholder feedback sessions for targeted groups at different stages of program development-Partnered with the Tribal Advisory Council on Energy to develop program ideas that address Tribal Nation energy storage needs-Interpreted statute language, legislative goals, and stakeholder feedback to draft program structure for energy storage incentive program-Incorporated an equity lens to program development through the development of a Low-Income Pilot Program and Tribal Carve Out-Oversaw the review, approval, contracting, and reporting of the Xcel Energy Solar Plus Storage Rewards Program-Managed contracts for various legislatively funded projects and studies

-Supported and advanced Fresh Energy's clean energy legislative priorities during the legislative session-Created tracking systems and team efficiencies for managing committee hearings, bill tracking, and testimony-Represented Fresh Energy in coalition meetings with partner organizations including the Coalition for Clean Transportation

-Train and advise the Interim Executive Director

Minneapolis, Mn

-As leader of a community organization serving Minneapolis residents, led the organization through adoption and execution of a strategic plan, funding realignment, and rebranding initiative-Built critical partnerships to advance our work including with Hennepin County, City of Minneapolis, nonprofit organizations, local churches and schools, other neighborhood organizations, and small businesses-Collaborated with the City Council Member’s office and city departments to further the goals of the city and neighborhood-Annually recruited and trained board members with a proven track record of increasing board member numbers and retention -Coordinated and facilitated a variety of educational webinars on environmental topics-Created and managed all communications content and platforms including initiating the Sustainability Sam blog and email newsletter -Established an equity committee and equitable engagement plan which included policy advocacy, educational workshops, strategic community engagement, and internal operational improvements-Oversaw meeting planning including speaker coordination, agenda drafting, and logistics-Improved organizational effectiveness by implementing new platforms including Salesforce, Quickbooks, and GiveMN-Dramatically increased grant funding from the city, county, and state -Developed and oversaw annual planning calendar, work plan, budget, organizational policies, and tax documentation-Balanced priorities while executing a wide variety of programs including election education, environmental projects, utility box artwork, security and energy rebates, policy advocacy, and community building events

-Oversaw, evaluated, and developed comprehensive resources for more than 900 student groups representing a broad range of cultures, academic areas, and interests-Supervised, trained, and evaluated three full time Student Group Services Advisors-Planned, monitored, and allocated budget for the operation of Student Group Services-Assessed and evaluated the needs of student groups and the development of student leaders in order to best determine improvements in resources and programming-Setup and managed policy and compliance areas related to student groups in the areas of risk management, event related permits, sales and fundraising, and tax information. -Collaborated with various University departments to provide consistent support to student groups-Promoted and advanced the development of students through student group involvement-Provided strategic vision for registered student group training workshops and Student Group Leadership Summit -Interpreted University policy and facilitated developmental conversations with student group leaders when policy infractions occurred to ensure future compliance -Created and implemented a Cultural Center liaison plan to strengthen the University’s support of these critical student groups-Served as liaison to the American Indian Student Cultural Center -Oversaw the Outdoor Space reservations process (over 500 reservations annually) including evaluating policy, updating the application process, and managing approvals with various campus departments-Co-chaired the Student Employee Committee, a cross departmental committee, seeking to enhance the experience of Student Unions & Activities student employees

-Managed and advanced the Minneapolis and St Paul Events programs: late night events programmed by six student leaders and a committee of volunteers-Advised Student Unions & Activities Program Board student leaders, guiding the students to find success in their roles as committee chairs and aiding them in their personal and professional development-Oversaw implementation of the Homecoming Parade and Competitions which included managing internal and external partnerships, parade entry registration and communication, hosting of dignitaries, and general logistics-Directed the planning and execution of Spring Jam which comprised negotiating and booking national concert performers, soliciting sponsorships, partnering with marketing to build communication strategies, and organizing logistics-Created partnerships that supported and enhanced programming efforts. Examples include Orientation and First Year Programs, Recreation & Wellness, Parking and Transportation Services, University Police, Athletics, and countless student groups-Collaboratively developed and implemented curriculum for Leadership & Management Certificate Program, a comprehensive training program for all areas of Student Unions & Activities-Advised student groups in a variety of areas including event planning, promotions, grant applications, policy requirements, officer transitions, and student services fees requests-Facilitated student group officer training sessions, reviewed student group constitutions, and approved student group registrations-Oversaw two budgets representing over $300,000 annually-Reviewed and negotiated contracts in consultation with the Office of General Counsel -Increased sponsor involvement and revenue bringing in over $100,000 in sponsorship value annually-Supervised the Events and Logistics Program Coordinator and Minneapolis Events Graduate Assistant

-Organized campus wide student group events such as activities fairs, Paint the Bridge, and Tony Diggs Excellence Awards-Coordinated the Student Activities and Coca-Cola Grants program managing over $300,000 in student group and departmental funding -Facilitated the monthly Grants Evaluation Committee meetings comprised of students, staff, faculty, and Coca-Cola representatives-Supervised Student Grants Assistant-Prepared and presented Student Services Fees Request and received full funding of $75,000 -Administered bimonthly e-newsletter for over 900 student groups -Advised student groups during open advising hours

-Initiated and managed a partnership with Boston Cares Campus Initiative which provided community service opportunities for students-Created and implemented a new program, Winter Week of Snowy Service, in which a group of students spent a week of their winter break volunteering in the community-Planned and implemented orientation for undergraduate and graduate students in addition to a two day parent orientation-Organized and oversaw Family and Friends Weekend in which over 300 guests attended a weekend of events including receptions, concerts, and catered meals-Ran the Off the Block Program which served as the student activities programming-Supported Career Services which included presenting to classes, coordinating workshops, updating informational fliers and binders, and reviewing student resumes and cover letters-Coordinated peer tutor program matching students in need with appropriate tutors-Collaborated with the Community Connections program to set up volunteer student performances in the community-Hired, trained, and supervised three student workers, ten tutors, and twenty orientation leaders -Led marketing and communication strategies and implementation for Student Affairs department which included creation of a weekly e-newsletter through Constant Contact, website content management, on campus promotion of events and services, and external communications with parents

-Managed all Box Office functions including budgeting, sales analysis, ticketing software, escalated customer service needs, and house management-Hired, trained, and supervised fifteen Box Office employees-Oversaw campus merchandise program including creation of new items, marketing, and partnership with vendor

-Provided customer service in high profile club areas on game days

-Managed program details, timelines, changes in scope, quality control, and general client needs -Delegated tasks to team members and ensured completion-Organized charity program and staff functions-Served secondary role in developing marketing materials and addressing company branding issues

-Taught French children ages 8-11 English-Structured lesson plans and classroom activities

Master Of Arts In Organizational Leadership, Policy, And Development

Ba, Communication

Activities and Societies: Cultural Affairs Board, Joint Events Council, VISTO, The Record