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The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyRegional Campaign Development Director - Light the Night - Arizona and Southern Nevada
Jul. 2020Desert Region, Phoenix Arizona
The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietySenior Campaign Fundraising Director - Man and Woman of the Year & Student of the Year Campaigns
Dec. 2019 - Jul. 2020Phoenix, Arizona
JDRF Arizona Senior Development Manager, Promise Ball Gala
Jun. 2012 - Dec. 2019Phoenix, Arizona AreaResponsible for enhancing the annual Promise Ball Gala which resulted in revenues increasing 125% in my first year. Recognized in 2016 & 2017 by the Phoenix Business Journal as one of the top three fundraising Galas in the Valley. Over the course of the past four years the Promise Ball Gala revenue has increased at an average rate of 130% and has raised $5.8 million in revenue. • Strategic year-round planning to increase budget revenue and ensure ROI of 75%+ with a current year budget of $2,000,000. • Nurture existing relationships and pursue new donor relationships through deliberate communication with overall 2018 donation revenue achieved of $1,173,000. • Create processes and procedures to ensure efficiencies and compliance. • Manage timeline for overall Gala planning for internal staff and key Gala leadership roles outside of JDRF. • Ensure budget KPI goals are strategic and on track for financial success through monthly and quarterly touchpoints. • Accurate quarterly forecasting.
• Create and execute semi-annual donor impact mailing customized to targeted donor groups. Design and execute promotional marketing pieces for overall event and stewardship of donors.
• Oversee and empower three development staff members responsible for securing sponsorship, tax-deductible donations, auction procurement and stewardship of donors. • Manage volunteer Gala committee, venue, production, stewardship, guest experience logistics as well as the 100 volunteers needed to execute event. • Successfully negotiate contracts with venues, vendors and entertainers. • Adept at breaking down barriers to meet client’s needs. • Maintain donor records in Salesforce CRM.
Great American Merchandise and EventsEvents Fundraising Specialist
Sep. 2011 - May. 2012Scottsdale, AZManaged the operations of GAME Events in addition to working with clients through consulting on ideas, promotions and duck sales to assist clients in increasing their overall revenue from Derby Duck & Turtle Trek races. Additionally, worked to recruit new non-profit organizations nationwide to fund raise using this fun and unique approach. Traveled nationally to train new racers on all aspects of running a successful fundraiser.
Special Olympics IllinoisSpecial Events Coordinator
Jan. 2007 - Sep. 2011Glen Ellyn, ILCo-Director of the Windy City Rubber Ducky Derby that takes place annually on the Chicago River and is a signature fundraising event raising more than $250,000 annually for Special Olympics Illinois. Including soliciting and mentoring corporate teams to fundraiser to their potential. Secure in-kind donations. Planned and hosted two annual receptions to honor sponsors, donors, special guests and annual outstanding award winners each with more than 400 guests in attendance.
Cornerstone Cabinet & RemodelOffice Administrator/Draftsperson
Jan. 2001 - Jan. 2007
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