Sara Loken Email & Phone Number

Columbus, Ohio, US

As Managing Director of Communications at Groundwork Ohio, Sara leads the organization’s communications outreach strategy. She is responsible for the development and management of all communication materials, dedicated to raising Groundwork Ohio’s profile statewide, ensuring that the organization’s mission and brand are consistently reflected in its public.

Columbus, Ohio, US

I serve as principal writer and thought partner to the CEO to elevate the organization's brand and build understanding and awareness of the mission.

Columbus, Ohio, US

Implements the community relations and communications strategy for the organization. Builds relationships and crafts messaging and materials to build public awareness and support of Community Shelter Board’s work to end homelessness.- Community and government relations: provides a visible link between the Executive Director and the public. Develops and.

Columbus, Ohio, US

• Responsible for professional support of the Executive Director in all agency activities. Leads project management, research, communications and community relations activities. Leads all aspects of board governance.
• Coordinates activities of the Executive Director with other departments. Directs preparation of reports, verbal and written correspondence on behalf of the Executive Director. Conducts research and special projects and.
• Represents the Executive Director as needed; advises the Executive Director, providing professional assistance, project management and recommendations on agency issues. Communicates with management on issues received.
• Provides a visible link between the Executive Director and the public. Directs the resolution of issues by coordinating with department heads or other appropriate parties to respond with tact and resourcefulness..
• Responds to requests for technical assistance regarding CSB’s infrastructure and model programs. Coordinates with other members of leadership team to develop and provide technical assistance when possible.
• Responsible for all aspects of board governance, including policy development, implementation and monitoring.

Columbus, Ohio, US

• Responsible for assisting the executive director in overall administration and operation of agency activities, including all aspects of board governance and board communications.
• Acted as on-site director for day-to-day administration and operation of the agency, allowing the executive director to focus on external relationships and fundraising.
• Oversaw all aspects of board governance including policy development, implementation and monitoring. Provided project management, design and facilitation for an 18-month process to strategically revise the board’s.
• Provided project management and design for all board and board-related committee meetings. Developed agendas and supporting materials, coordinated cross-team development of board monitoring reports and other meeting.
• Used art of hosting techniques to design, host, facilitate and record various meetings and retreats.
• Wrote press releases, reports, fact sheets and other communications materials. Provided leadership and training for implementation of new brand standards.

Columbus, Ohio, US

• Served as executive assistant to the executive director.
• Handled all scheduling, meeting preparation and travel for the executive director, whose schedule averaged 20 meetings per week, 35 hours spent in meetings weekly. Travel averaged 5 trips per year.
• Oversaw all aspects of board governance including policy development, implementation and monitoring.
• Developed and managed consultant contracts for special projects including graphic design and report writing, staff training and development, board retreat design and facilitation.

Columbus, Ohio, US

Assisted the executive director in the development, planning, implementation and management of agency services for homeless adults. Managed executive offices, coordinated all activities of the board of trustees, assisted executive director with program operations, public relations, fundraising development and external agency relations. Served as a key.

Columbus, Ohio, US

Provided day-to-day clerical support for agency programs for homeless adults. This included telephone responsibilities, preparation of meeting minutes, accounts payable, correspondence and office supplies.

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