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The Seek First CollaborativeChief Steward
Aug. 2025Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Saint Ursula AcademyGrant Writer
Nov. 2023 - Nov. 2024Cincinnati, Ohio, United StatesI collaborated with the Advancement team in order to craft a strategy for the pursuit of grant funding and guided the school through the application process.
The Elemental GroupGrant Writer
Sep. 2023Cincinnati Metropolitan AreaI work on a team of grant writers who serve nonprofit organizations around the country in their pursuit of grant funding. Currently collaborating with Casa Familia and The Live Like Bella Childhood Cancer Foundation, both headquartered in Coral Gables, FL.
Modern Day MissionsDomestic Missionary
Jul. 2023North Atlanta, Georgia, United StatesI have a heart to facilitate spaces for members of the Body of Christ to come alongside one another in pursuit of rediscovering the unity we have been called to keep. Modern Day Missions offers an exclusive donor management platform that enables missionaries to receive and manage tax-deductible donations. It currently partners with more than 750 missionaries around the world. If you want to learn more and donate to this work, click the link above (near my profile picture).
Cincinnati Hills Christian AcademyGrants Writer
Sep. 2022 - Jul. 2023Cincinnati, Ohio, United StatesI am helping CHCA to elevate their pursuit of grants funding through the creation and implementation of a centralized strategy and aiding in the application of funding for various curricular and extracurricular areas of focus.
At Work On PurposeExecutive Team
Aug. 2022Cincinnati, Ohio, United StatesIn serving as part of the Executive Team, I participate in the strategic advancement of At Work On Purpose’s mission and vision with a specific focus on fundraising and relationship development. Additionally, I am working as a City Impact Coach to help metro areas around the country discover ways in which they can collaboratively embrace the principles of human flourishing for the benefit of the entire region.
Elevate MD Foundation, Inc.Director of Strategic Initiatives
Dec. 2021 - Jul. 2023Cincinnati, Ohio, United StatesElevate M|D Foundation, Inc. is launching as a philanthropic entity focused on helping patients living in low-income situations to receive the healthcare services necessary for a sound, holistic quality of life.
Mount St. Joseph UniversityDirector Of Corporate And Foundation Relations
Aug. 2020 - Dec. 2021Cincinnati, Ohio, United StatesMount St. Joseph University is a Catholic academic community grounded in the spiritual values and vision of its founders, the Sisters of Charity. The University educates its students through interdisciplinary liberal arts and professional curricula emphasizing values, integrity and social responsibility. Members of the Mount community embrace excellence in academic endeavors; the integration of life and learning; respect and concern for all persons; diversity of cultures and beliefs; and service to others. To learn more about the Mount's comprehensive Transformation 2025 vision, please visit the attached link.
INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP OF CHAPLAINS INCSenior Chaplain - Ordained
Apr. 2020Cincinnati, Ohio, United StatesAs a chaplain, I engage in the ministry of presence. I am available to listen and pray with those who need help through a crisis/traumatic situation. I am also able to officiate weddings and preside at funerals.
Mount St. Joseph UniversityPrior Learning Assessment & Experiential Education Coordinator
Oct. 2019 - Aug. 2020Cincinnati, OHThis multi-faceted role works with both traditional and non-traditional students to help them earn their degrees while offering quality opportunities for experiential learning. I work in the following areas:
1) Prior Learning Assessment - helping students earn their required EXP credit through portfolio submission, validation of prior work or service experience, and direct award of credit. Mount St. Joseph University also prioritizes our veterans by clearing the majority of work listed on JSTs as general credit.
2) The Servant Leadership Scholars Program - this brand new experiential learning opportunity is 3 programs rolled into one. The Summer Employment Program offers our students employment opportunities during the summer semester at our area nonprofit community partners. The IMPACT Mentor Program works on personal and professional development with students from underrepresented groups. Students are paired with a mentor, and all pairs work individually and as a team to accomplish set goals. The Next Generation Board Member Program offers our junior and senior students the opportunity to learn about governance through participation as a junior board member. During their time with the organizations, students will also complete special projects to increase the organizations’ capacity.
3) Graduate Employment Survey - every year, after spring semester, I work with the most recent cohort of graduates to determine their career outcomes, plugging those seeking next steps in with the appropriate resources. This data is then generated into a report used by departments across campus.
4) Entrepreneurial Cooperative Education - I’m working as part of a team exploring what it would look like to best serve our students who are entrepreneurs by counting the running of their businesses for their required EXP credit.
The Purpose PromiseData Manager
Aug. 2019 - Feb. 2020Greater Cincinnati AreaI helped the Purpose Promise team explore crowdfunding platforms and establish a CRM/Marketing database.
SYMBIS Pre-Marital CoachCertified Facilitator
Feb. 2018Cincinnati, Ohio, United StatesAs a certified facilitator, I work with engaged couples on examining the multiple levels of their relationship and the life-changing step their about to take. This is accomplished by walking through the report generated by each person in the couple completing a SYMBIS (Save Your Marriage Before It Starts) assessment over the course of 3 meetings.
SC Ministry FoundationGrants Administrator and Information Services/Technology Coordinator (bCGM)
May. 2016 - Dec. 2018Cincinnati, Ohio AreaI worked to help grantees manage their reporting as well as manage and analyze all historical grants data for the Foundation. During my time there, I also helped plan and manage educational & capacity building workshops, prepare materials for our Board and various Committee meetings, and manage the Foundation’s information technology. Two major projects I had a hand in while there were outfitting our Board room for video conferencing capabilities and switching grant making database platforms.
Drive Media HouseRelationship Director
Jun. 2015 - May. 2016Newport, Kentucky, United StatesPartnered with businesses in determining how DMH could help solve their needs, resulting in driving your bottom line through the power of video storytelling.
Crossroads Church (Cincinnati, OH)Student Ministry Producer
May. 2014 - Jun. 2015Cincinnati, Ohio AreaAs Student Ministry Producer, I was responsible for creating the content for the weekly experiences for our Middle School & High School Ministries. I also facilitated communication between staff, volunteers, parents, students, and liaisons, and helped in organization of large-scale monthly events. Crossroads connects seekers with a community of growing Christ followers who are changing the world.
Moroski for CouncilCoordinator of Neighborhood Outreach
Dec. 2012 - Nov. 2013Cincinnati, Ohio AreaI worked with the Moroski for Council 2013 Campaign as the Coordinator of Neighborhood Outreach. My committee worked on neighborhood specific outreach in order to connect with citizens and hear what they would like to see happen in the beautiful communities that make up Cincinnati. Unity Assists.
Shark Eat Muffin Theatre CompanyManaging Director
May. 2012 - Mar. 2013Cincinnati, Ohio AreaI worked as resident Managing Director, liaising between the Artistic Director, production team, technical director, and cast/crew.
StarfireCollaboration Project Manager
May. 2011 - May. 20145030 Oaklawn Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45227I worked as project manager for four different asset-based, community-based, sustainable collaborative projects that will be unveiled during the next 8 months. The whole reason for these projects was to build circles of community around people who have experienced a life of different degrees of marginalization. For more information on this, Google "51 People Jack Pealer" and "5 Valued Experiences John O'Brien."
Fifth Third BankCustomer Service Representative
Dec. 2010 - May. 2011As the first contact customers had upon coming to the bank, I provided friendly and efficient service in assistance with financial transactions, as well as referring them to a manager or personal banker had the opportunity arisen.
College of Mount St. JosephPsychology Lab Assistant
Aug. 2010 - May. 2011I worked in the psychology lab assisting students with paper writing and data analysis.
SC Ministry FoundationCo-op Student
Jun. 2010 - May. 2011I worked on enhancing technological communications; i.e., the Foundation's website, updating our DVD, etc. I was also research assistant and assistant editor for all written publications; i.e., biannual newsletters and the annual report. Finally, I aided the Foundation in establishing a brand standard for their technological and printed publications, as well as practicing technical writing by creating a user guide for various software programs new to the staff at the Foundation.
College of Mount St. JosephStudent Blogger
May. 2010 - May. 2011I wrote for the Mount on their social networking to students as a blogger, giving my opinions and updating about what happened around campus.
College of Mount St. JosephService Learning Department Co-op
Sep. 2009 - Jul. 2010I enhanced website information and presentation for the department, facilitated small and large-scale service events, and helped coordinate and maintain academic aspects of the department.
UGIVEIntern
May. 2009 - Sep. 2009I helped to coordinate an event that shows high school students the importance of community service and the logistics behind planning a large-scale community service event.
College of Mount St. JosephPeer Tutor
Feb. 2009 - Jan. 2011Helped tutor students in the areas of Statistics and Psychology
TargetTeam Member
Jun. 2005 - Sep. 2009Worked with customer interaction; sales in the electronics department; merchandise transactions
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