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Darcie Howard, Dream VacationsOwner
Dec. 2024Chesapeake, Virginia, United StatesAs the Owner of Darcie Howard, Dream Vacations, I am thrilled to offer exclusive savings on sensational vacations to travelers. By leveraging relationships with respected vacation brands and utilizing the massive purchasing power of Dream Vacations, I ensure that my clients receive the best possible value for their trips. Visit my website at www.dehoward.dreamvacations.com to sign up for exclusive deals and start saving on your next vacation today.
Monk Botanical GardensExecutive Director
Aug. 2017 - Jul. 2024Wausau, Wisconsin AreaHired as the sole full-time staff member with a $130K budget; developed and executed a vision that grew annual operational funding to $1M, expanded the team to 15 staff, and increased annual participation from a few hundred to over 12,000 within six years
Led a $5.2M capital campaign, transforming the campus into a vibrant 30-acre destination and launching innovative programs such as a nature-based preschool and immersive science curricula
Integrated AI tools and data-driven systems to maximize efficiency and impact
Built and mentored a high-performing team, established strategic partnerships, and cultivated a culture of excellence and creativity
Served as the public ambassador for the organization, driving community engagement, media visibility, and donor advocacy
Wisconsin Center for Environmental Education-UWSPOutreach Program Manager
Jan. 2016 - Aug. 2017Stevens Point, Wisconsin• Worked with partners and stakeholders, obtaining over $800K in grant support.
• Supervised and engaged 9 staff leading to evaluation and improvements of programs.
• Led strategic planning development for organization resulting in a three-year plan.
• Strategically evaluated program and staff structure, leading to a more efficient structure of the organization and an increase in participants.
Montana Conservation VotersDevelopment Associate
Jan. 2015 - Jan. 2015Billings, MTI developed and implemented a fundraising campaign for MCV through direct donor development and a state wide fundraising event reaching a $92K goal.
Montana AudubonMontana Audubon Center Director
Jan. 2010 - Jan. 2015Billings, MT• Developed and trained staff to deliver the Audubon Naturalists in the Schools (ANTS) program, a year-long science curriculum for all 4th grade students in Billings, MT and several private schools
Designed and implemented experiential, outdoor education including three seasonal, five-hour field trips per year (canoeing, invertebrate collection, environmental health assessment)
Provided professional development for participating teachers, equipping them to deliver impactful experiential science education
Awarded Toyota TogetherGreen Fellowship; partnered with USA National Phenology Network to create a high school program using mobile technology for climate change phenology data collection
Oversaw restoration of a 54-acre site and increased engagement from 300 to 5,000 participants
Led donor expeditions and annual events, increasing giving by 10%
Managed all grant writing, donor development, and volunteer management
YMCA of Greater Bergen CountyDirector of Camping Services
Jan. 2009 - Jan. 2010Hackensack, NJ• Managed and implemented volunteer events with camp alumni and families leading to improved facilities and a more engaged camp community
• Effective fiscal management maintaining balanced budget.
• Directed and facilitated three day camps and one residential camp with 75 staff and 2400 campers.
Maria Mitchell AssociationDirector of Education
Jan. 2006 - Jan. 2009• Created and led a vernal pool exploration program for elementary students, collecting and identifying invertebrates and amphibians for submission to the Massachusetts Wildlife Department to certify and protect vernal pools
Developed marine and wetland ecology education programs, trained interns, and coordinated volunteer scientists
Led donor engagement trips, including an expedition to Antarctica
Columbus Recreation and Parks DepartmentEnvironmental Education Specialist
Jan. 2003 - Jan. 2006• Tripled attendance and revenue in three years through development of partnerships and engaging and training staff.
• Managed an outdoor education center which served 15,000 participants each year.
All my positionsProfessional Development & Educator Training
Jan. 2002Certified Project WILD, Project Learning Tree, and Project WET facilitator; trained hundreds of teachers to deliver high-quality environmental education in their classrooms
Designed and led professional development workshops for educators, multiplying the impact of experiential and outdoor learning across school communities
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