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Tarrytown, Ny, Us

Tarrytown, Ny, Us

White Plains, New York, United States

Tarrytown, New York

- Supported chapter fundraising through management of logistics, planning, execution and follow-up of all major fundraising, cultivation, stewardship and community events that generate revenue for the chapter - Cultivated existing donor relationships with individual and corporate donors through stewardship and event participation, while working to identify new relationships and their potential for giving- Supported peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns, while providing direction to volunteers and staff in event logistics and volunteer recruitment- Solicited, tracked and logged all donations, ticket sales, sponsorships, expenses and in-kind donations to for all large-scale events- Maintained and updated all event constituent and donor records in Raiser’s Edge database- Created and ideated marketing materials for events, such as invitations, websites, and all other event collateral- Grew relationships with local businesses to build in-kind donations for events and wishes- Developed and implemented strategies that drive revenue, growth, and advancement of the chapter

Tarrytown, New York, United States

-Welcomed guests to the studio-Answered phone calls and messages with questions about classes, registrations, payments, etc.-Managed guests profiles, payments, and class registration on MindBody-Provided excellent customer service for guests-Created and maintained a welcoming and clean environment, ensuring the studios were organized and had proper equipment for classes

Dobbs Ferry, Ny

Special Events- Assisted in planning, execution and follow-up of major fundraising, philanthropic, ceremonial, and engaging events across campus for alumni, vendors, sponsors, donors, and friends.- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors and sponsors to secure gift in-kind donations for silent auction and sponsorship events through constant communication and solicitations - Track3ed and logged all donations, sponsorships, attendance, and expenses for all major fundraising events in Raisers Edge and tracking documents in Microsoft Excel- Created marketing materials for events including updating and maintaining event web pages, invitations, social media post schedules, and e-blasts - Ensured that all fundraising events were implemented and executed within given budgets and in a cost-efficient manner- Major fundraising events include: Annual Trustees' Scholarship Dinner,Mercy College Golf Classic, and Bronx Leadership Awards Dinner Alumni Relations- Supported Mercy College's Alumni fundraising and engagement efforts through targeted programs, events, and campaigns designed to increase Alumni participation and giving- Managed and updated records and biographical data for over 57,000 alumni and friends in Raisers Edge, growing each year after graduation. - Provided excellent customer service and communication with alumni and event constituents- Coordinated up to 50 networking and reunion events per year for alumni in collaboration with constituents across campus, including school Deans, Program Directors, and the President of the College- Developed an issue of the Mercy Maverick Magazine 2 times a year

Cold Spring, Ny

- Prepared, served, and sold concessions menu items- Maintained sales and inventory control of concession items- Performed various opening and closing duties on a daily basis- Managed cash register operations

Garrison, Ny

- Implemented the daily schedule and routines while ensuring safety and well being of children- On staff lifeguard- maintaining and implementing daily pool activities- Directed and supervised children in spontaneous/planned activities.- Supervised and delegated responsibilities to counselors and counselors in training

State University Of New York College At Cortland, Alumni Engagement Office

- Planned engagement and philanthropic opportunities for alumni, current students, faculty and staff- Coordinated intern schedules and delegate intern tasks- Utilized social media, email, print and other methods to communicate with alumni- Maintained member records through the Red Dragon Network - Implemented social media content schedule through HootSuite and other platforms- Developed “Million Points of Pride” alumni campaign- Created advertisements, post cards and newsletters to communicate with alumni

State University Of New York College At Cortland Office Of The President

-Assisted the Special Events Coordinator in planning and promotion of large scale events on campus including college ceremonies, receptions and special events sponsored by the President’s office- Designed programs, center pieces, promotions, advertisements and social media for events.- Event experience included: President's List reception, College Council dinners, President's Cabinet dinner, Community Roundtables, Honors Convocation, Undergraduate Commencement, Graduate Commencement, Veterans' Day Ceremony, grand opening ceremonies for new buildings on campus (including the Student Life Center and Dowd), campus events with Governor's office and other government/ SUNY related events.

State University Of New York College At Cortland Office Of Advisement&Transition

- Served as a vital role in helping first-year students, transfer students and families adjust to campus and community by creating a welcoming environment- Provided support, guidance and assistance to parents and families of the new students - Assisted in the preparation and planning of orientation activities and materials- Implemented the summer orientation program- Represented SUNY Cortland as a student leader- Participated in Orientation Assistant training on college policies and services, team building and leadership development activities- Facilitated large and small group discussions on college life, academics, and degree requirements for graduation-Assisted new students with the course registration and scheduling process -Built working relationships with faculty, staff and administrators on campus

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Business Economics; Human Resource Management

Master Of Science - Ms, Organizational Leadership

Activities and Societies: Delta Mu Delta Honors Society

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Communication Studies; Public Relations And Advertising

Activities and Societies: Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority, Panhellenic Council, Residence Hall Association, American Red Cross Club

Regents Diploma