Kimberly Absher, MA
Community Development Coordinator at Global Gathering Place- Claim this Profile
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French Elementary proficiency
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Molly Ware
I love working with Kimberly! I'm an early stage entrepreneur working to grow my communications strategy, platform and branding (as I grow and develop programs) and Kimberly has been an incredible resource in this process. First, she asks powerful questions and holds space that allows me to clarify my broader aims for each aspect of communication. Second, she is great at helping me prioritize what matters most so we can grow a viable approach to communications over time and in a way that doesn't overwhelm my limited capacity at this early stage. Further, she gives direct, helpful feedback, is always willing to role up her sleeves and do whatever is needed on a wide variety of projects, at the same time as she is always open to feedback and working with my perspective. I deeply appreciate her systemic/big picture perspective, flexibility as things constantly evolve and change, fun-loving and positive approach to this work, and love for what she does. It's easy & enjoyable to work together. And I find her contributions incredibly valuable.
Valentina Moressa
What a force of nature. Kimberly is a joy to work with and a marvel to watch as a ‘boss’. I’ve seen her grow from being an intern to becoming a fully-fledged, independent, competent and authentic Communications Specialist. Very few people can achieve what Kimberly has achieved in a very short period of time: shifting career from HR to Comms, moving countries, working and studying, as well as volunteering for the causes she cares about. Of course, she has developed amazing PR and strategic communication skills, building on an innate talent for creative writing and strengthening her social media and media relations skills through hard work. But really, it’s her personality that brings all the value. She’s passionate, funny, hard-working, super-organized, self-reliant, proactive and emotionally clever. You’ll want her on your team.
Molly Ware
I love working with Kimberly! I'm an early stage entrepreneur working to grow my communications strategy, platform and branding (as I grow and develop programs) and Kimberly has been an incredible resource in this process. First, she asks powerful questions and holds space that allows me to clarify my broader aims for each aspect of communication. Second, she is great at helping me prioritize what matters most so we can grow a viable approach to communications over time and in a way that doesn't overwhelm my limited capacity at this early stage. Further, she gives direct, helpful feedback, is always willing to role up her sleeves and do whatever is needed on a wide variety of projects, at the same time as she is always open to feedback and working with my perspective. I deeply appreciate her systemic/big picture perspective, flexibility as things constantly evolve and change, fun-loving and positive approach to this work, and love for what she does. It's easy & enjoyable to work together. And I find her contributions incredibly valuable.
Valentina Moressa
What a force of nature. Kimberly is a joy to work with and a marvel to watch as a ‘boss’. I’ve seen her grow from being an intern to becoming a fully-fledged, independent, competent and authentic Communications Specialist. Very few people can achieve what Kimberly has achieved in a very short period of time: shifting career from HR to Comms, moving countries, working and studying, as well as volunteering for the causes she cares about. Of course, she has developed amazing PR and strategic communication skills, building on an innate talent for creative writing and strengthening her social media and media relations skills through hard work. But really, it’s her personality that brings all the value. She’s passionate, funny, hard-working, super-organized, self-reliant, proactive and emotionally clever. You’ll want her on your team.
Molly Ware
I love working with Kimberly! I'm an early stage entrepreneur working to grow my communications strategy, platform and branding (as I grow and develop programs) and Kimberly has been an incredible resource in this process. First, she asks powerful questions and holds space that allows me to clarify my broader aims for each aspect of communication. Second, she is great at helping me prioritize what matters most so we can grow a viable approach to communications over time and in a way that doesn't overwhelm my limited capacity at this early stage. Further, she gives direct, helpful feedback, is always willing to role up her sleeves and do whatever is needed on a wide variety of projects, at the same time as she is always open to feedback and working with my perspective. I deeply appreciate her systemic/big picture perspective, flexibility as things constantly evolve and change, fun-loving and positive approach to this work, and love for what she does. It's easy & enjoyable to work together. And I find her contributions incredibly valuable.
Valentina Moressa
What a force of nature. Kimberly is a joy to work with and a marvel to watch as a ‘boss’. I’ve seen her grow from being an intern to becoming a fully-fledged, independent, competent and authentic Communications Specialist. Very few people can achieve what Kimberly has achieved in a very short period of time: shifting career from HR to Comms, moving countries, working and studying, as well as volunteering for the causes she cares about. Of course, she has developed amazing PR and strategic communication skills, building on an innate talent for creative writing and strengthening her social media and media relations skills through hard work. But really, it’s her personality that brings all the value. She’s passionate, funny, hard-working, super-organized, self-reliant, proactive and emotionally clever. You’ll want her on your team.
Molly Ware
I love working with Kimberly! I'm an early stage entrepreneur working to grow my communications strategy, platform and branding (as I grow and develop programs) and Kimberly has been an incredible resource in this process. First, she asks powerful questions and holds space that allows me to clarify my broader aims for each aspect of communication. Second, she is great at helping me prioritize what matters most so we can grow a viable approach to communications over time and in a way that doesn't overwhelm my limited capacity at this early stage. Further, she gives direct, helpful feedback, is always willing to role up her sleeves and do whatever is needed on a wide variety of projects, at the same time as she is always open to feedback and working with my perspective. I deeply appreciate her systemic/big picture perspective, flexibility as things constantly evolve and change, fun-loving and positive approach to this work, and love for what she does. It's easy & enjoyable to work together. And I find her contributions incredibly valuable.
Valentina Moressa
What a force of nature. Kimberly is a joy to work with and a marvel to watch as a ‘boss’. I’ve seen her grow from being an intern to becoming a fully-fledged, independent, competent and authentic Communications Specialist. Very few people can achieve what Kimberly has achieved in a very short period of time: shifting career from HR to Comms, moving countries, working and studying, as well as volunteering for the causes she cares about. Of course, she has developed amazing PR and strategic communication skills, building on an innate talent for creative writing and strengthening her social media and media relations skills through hard work. But really, it’s her personality that brings all the value. She’s passionate, funny, hard-working, super-organized, self-reliant, proactive and emotionally clever. You’ll want her on your team.
Credentials
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Level I: Adobe InDesign
Saskatoon Business CollegeJan, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
40-hour Conflict Mediation course
Whatcom Dispute Resolution CenterOct, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Google Analytics for Beginners
GoogleMar, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Inbound Certification
HubSpotAug, 2015- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Global Gathering Place
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Canada
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Community Development Coordinator
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Nov 2019 - Present
Provide strategic direction and manage all communications and media activities.• Create communications plan, brand identity, and messaging• Craft social media posts, videos, newsletters, and press releases• Manage WordPress website and oversee website revamp project• Create fundraising materials and campaigns. Increased holiday donations 10x.• Pitch and build relationships with journalists. Landed coverage 8x in 2021.• Represent organization at Anti-Racism Network meetings and sector events
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Communication Specialist
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Oct 2017 - Aug 2019
Raised brand profile through owned, earned, and paid media, increasing revenue 150%.• Pitched journalists using Cision and land media coverage in key industry magazines• Coordinated brand collaborations, promotional events, and product placements• Created social media strategy and editorial calendar. Manage Facebook & Instagram adcampaigns. Grew followers 684% on Instagram, 271% on Twitter, 58% on Facebook. Raised brand profile through owned, earned, and paid media, increasing revenue 150%.• Pitched journalists using Cision and land media coverage in key industry magazines• Coordinated brand collaborations, promotional events, and product placements• Created social media strategy and editorial calendar. Manage Facebook & Instagram adcampaigns. Grew followers 684% on Instagram, 271% on Twitter, 58% on Facebook.
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PlayNetwork
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Coordinator
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Apr 2016 - Sep 2017
Point-of-contact for ~200 employees providing administrative HR support.• Facilitate recruitment, onboarding, database management, and HR communications• Coordinate company events and liaised with vendors• Plan staff volunteer days, donation drives Point-of-contact for ~200 employees providing administrative HR support.• Facilitate recruitment, onboarding, database management, and HR communications• Coordinate company events and liaised with vendors• Plan staff volunteer days, donation drives
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The Cooperative Food Empowerment Directive (CoFED)
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Communications Coordinator
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Nov 2015 - Aug 2016
Increased awareness and engagement through digital channels.• Draft and carry out social media strategy• Create content for website, newsletters, and blog• Develop promotional campaigns and pursue partnership opportunities Increased awareness and engagement through digital channels.• Draft and carry out social media strategy• Create content for website, newsletters, and blog• Develop promotional campaigns and pursue partnership opportunities
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Writer & Editor
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Jan 2014 - Apr 2016
Wrote and edited articles, web copy, newsletters, and research papers.• Publications included Woman's Day, Good Housekeeping, xoJane, and travel outlets• Organizations included International Centre for Reproductive Health and Youth Empowered Action Camp, among others. Wrote and edited articles, web copy, newsletters, and research papers.• Publications included Woman's Day, Good Housekeeping, xoJane, and travel outlets• Organizations included International Centre for Reproductive Health and Youth Empowered Action Camp, among others.
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CHUNGDAHM Learning
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South Korea
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Education Administration Programs
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400 - 500 Employee
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English & Critical Thinking Teacher
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Nov 2012 - Nov 2013
Taught critical thinking skills to native Korean-speaking students through a renowned English-language curriculum. • Instructed all levels from basic phonics to mastering fluency to K-12 students.• Proctored and graded speaking, listening, reading, and writing exams• Helped students build understanding around historical events and current social issues, including the Salem Witch Trials, Chinese class structures, environmental challenges, logical fallacies in media, and much more. Taught critical thinking skills to native Korean-speaking students through a renowned English-language curriculum. • Instructed all levels from basic phonics to mastering fluency to K-12 students.• Proctored and graded speaking, listening, reading, and writing exams• Helped students build understanding around historical events and current social issues, including the Salem Witch Trials, Chinese class structures, environmental challenges, logical fallacies in media, and much more.
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Sierra Club
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United States
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Political Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Global Population Fellow
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Oct 2011 - Nov 2012
Chosen as a Fellow for The Sierra Club's Global Population and Environment Program.• Lobbied policymakers in Washington DC to support access to reproductive health services domestically and abroad• Attended One Voice Summit, a conference discussing the intersections between women's health access and environmental justice• While I was offered a $1000 grant for actions related to population, I created a no-cost comprehensive educational presentation for local campuses and communities Chosen as a Fellow for The Sierra Club's Global Population and Environment Program.• Lobbied policymakers in Washington DC to support access to reproductive health services domestically and abroad• Attended One Voice Summit, a conference discussing the intersections between women's health access and environmental justice• While I was offered a $1000 grant for actions related to population, I created a no-cost comprehensive educational presentation for local campuses and communities
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Western Washington University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Coordinator, Associated Students Women's Center
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Jun 2011 - Jun 2012
Managed the office, five staff members, and 50+ volunteers.• Developed programs related to gender including reproductive health access and violence reduction • Served as a panelist, speaker, and emcee for events• Ensured logistics for busy event calendar were organized on time and on budget• Supervised the release of our annual literary magazine, The Labyrinth Managed the office, five staff members, and 50+ volunteers.• Developed programs related to gender including reproductive health access and violence reduction • Served as a panelist, speaker, and emcee for events• Ensured logistics for busy event calendar were organized on time and on budget• Supervised the release of our annual literary magazine, The Labyrinth
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Education
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Washington State University
Master of Arts - MA, Strategic Communication -
Western Washington University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Building Healthy Communities and Sustainable Organizations/Political Science -
Bellevue College
Associate's Degree, Arts and Sciences