Sherry A. Sims Email & Phone Number

Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States

Empowered Women of God International is a 501(c)3 nonprofit founded by Sherry Sims in 2015. A survivor of domestic violence and abuse, Sherry uses her testimony to set women in abusive relationships free, rehabilitate those who are incarcerated, break the cycles of domestic abuse and recidivism, and lead women to the cross where they can find forgiveness and healing in Jesus Christ.

Tulsa, Oklahoma

· Developed an extensive database for corporate communication, donor stewardship and reporting purposes. · Identified and implemented marketing and communication strategies to increase community awareness. · Increased effectiveness and efficiency in fund development, strategic planning and organizational development. · Planned & executed the 2019 Legacy of Laughter Inaugural Gala which raised $522K for Charitable Care.· Collaborated with CEO, Board President & Board Members to raise over $950K for 2019 Legacy Campaign.

Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

· Participated in a 12-week project as a fundraising lead for a $25M Campaign. · Worked with assigned legal and financial companies, collected and analyzed data for future matrix improvement, trained and mentored staff members and volunteers, Employee Campaign Coordinators and other key personnel. · Scheduled and conducted presentations, monitored and followed up with accounts, and provided weekly updates to campaign staff regarding timelines, goals, and progress. · Researched and identified innovative strategies to increase participation and donations. · Raised over $941K in 12 weeks.

Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

· Developed advanced communication and leadership skills as an active member of Toastmasters International.· Presented to civic groups, non-profit and women’s organizations, correctional facilities, and abuse shelters.· Presentations to civic groups & non-profit organizations included Volunteerism, Fundraising, Goal Setting, and Visioneering.· Presentations to women’s organizations included Living Your Dream, More Than A Survivor, and Searching For Love. · Spoke from personal experience in correctional facilities and abuse shelters on overcoming domestic violence.· Published two books for women, chaired multiple community events, and served on several non-profit boards in both fundraising and development capacities.

· Coordinated a direct fundraising campaign for the Tulsa Area Command. · Oversaw major gifts, donor cultivation, corporate gifts, in-kind donations, sponsorships, and special events. · Annually raised $1.2 - $1.7M to supplement a $10M budget through special events and donor cultivation.

Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

· Performed a wide range of executive functions and managed all daily business operations.· Oversaw planning, development, capitalization, staffing, scheduling, and oversight of 40 annual trade shows, one local retail location, and a team of three regional sales representatives. · Increased sales to $646K and positioned the company to be sold in 2006.

Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

· Developed, organized, and facilitated all in-house, city-wide, and national events for the Single Adult Ministry department of a 10,000-member church.· Coordinated community outreach programs, maintained budgets, led fundraising efforts, and supervised, trained, and mentored teams of 50-100 volunteers.