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Tampa, FL, US

Executive leadership for The Lions World Vision Institute Foundation overseeing all board, fundraising, business, and marketing activities. The LWVI Foundation serves as the stewards of a very precious gift – the gift of sight. As the charitable arm of the Lions World Vision Institute, Funds raised by the LWVI Foundation provide sight-saving resources in.

St Petersburg, Florida, US

• The primary staff member responsible for securing annual net revenue objective of $1.8M+ from a variety of sources including corporate and foundation gifts, major and individual giving, membership programs, appeals and.
• Successfully navigated the museum through the pandemic consistently exceeding all financial expectations while the museum was closed to the public for eight months.
• Led the highest grossing event in the museum’s 30-year history raising over $700,000 for the annual gala which was held virtually for the second year in a row. Prior year, raised $550,000.
• Secured a $100,000 and $50,000 gift to bring Dimensions in TestimonySM permanently to the museum. The FHM is one of a dozen museum world-wide to house this innovative exhibition.
• Established a major gifts program, routinely closing gifts $2500+, many in the $10,000+ range.
• Doubled revenues of the annual “Trunks of Hope” campaign by securing a $25,000 matching gift. Total raised $76,000.

ST Petersburg, Florida, US

• Served as interim to stabilize operations and finances while providing sound governance following a program hiatus. Work with board of directors to set overall direction and priorities, funding strategies and goals.
• Generated $30,000+ in upgraded and new revenue in first 90 days of hire.
• Identified and implemented the organization’s first donor management system (Bloomerang) to significantly improve donor data and enhance donor relations. Created SOP for donor data management.
• Led reorganization of board committees and established strategic priorities for next 18 months.Created marketing and sustainable fund development plan.

Clearwater, Florida, US

Lead staff member responsible for securing $2.6M+ from a variety of sources including corporate and foundation gifts, major and individual givers, appeals and annual campaigns, and special events, to meet annual operating budget. Oversee department of six along with several department volunteers. Successfully secured nearly $200,000+ in capital funds for.

Sarasota, FL, US

Primary staff member responsible for securing annual net revenue objective of nearly $1.6M+ from a variety of sources including corporate and foundation gifts, major and individual giving, appeals and annual campaigns, and special events. Directed fundraising and communications activities from strategizing to implementation for organization, including the.

Cleveland, Ohio, US

• Managed all aspects of fundraising and communications activities from strategizing to implementation for self-sustaining, volunteer and mission driven organization without a consistent revenue stream and a professional.
• Developed and implemented annual marketing and communication plan for organization and all events. Activities include newsletters, appeals, branding campaigns, media relations, e-marketing, video, and social media.
• Lead staff member responsible for securing annual net revenue objective of $750,000+ from a variety of sources including corporate and foundation gifts, major and individual giving, appeals and annual campaigns, and.
• Created, launched and marketed successful new annual fundraiser (2008) with second year growth (2009) in a downturn economy; Doubled attendance and revenues for organization’s annual Young Professional event in one year.
• Launched several capacity building projects including the redesign of the organization’s website (www.sc4k.org), technology upgrades, four strategic plans, and two office moves.
• Managed and motivated volunteers on all levels including boards, advisory boards, young professionals, committees, interns, retirees, event volunteers and more.

Bethesda, MD, US

Managed the overall human and financial management of the chapter. Served as the chief liaison to the CF National office in Bethesda, MD and the Northern Ohio community. Consistently met total annual net revenue objective $1,000,000+. Supervised 7 professional staff members. Served as lead staff member for acquisition of chapter major gifts, foundation.

Cleveland, OH, US

Created and implemented fundraising strategy through sponsorships, events and advertising. Total annual revenue objective $400,000+. Managed portfolio of more than 100 major corporate contributors. Planned and executed more than 30 programs and events per year ranging in size from 12-1200 participants.

Mayfield Heights, OH, US

Provider of service and staffing for corporate, social, weddings, charitable events, and theme parties. Promoted from marketing assistant to director in less than a year. Managed all public relations, marketing and advertising.

English Department Graduate Teaching Assistant

Bachelor’S Degree, English

Graduate Teaching Assistant, English Language And Literature, General

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