Experience

Central Florida Health Care, Inc.

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Philanthropy Specialist

  • May 2023 - Present

  Provides administrative support for all Central Florida Health Care's fundraising efforts for capital campaign activities, special/internal fundraising events, major giving, and annual giving.

• Marketing Community Coordinator

  • Aug 2021 - May 2023

  Responsible for providing community relations and logistics support to the Marketing department and the company in its efforts to promote brand recognition, increase patient census and improve community engagement.

• Marketing Community Coordinator/Food Distribution Coordinator

  • Mar 2021 - Aug 2021

  Responsible for the complete logistics support of mobile food distribution. Assisted the Marketing Department and the company in its efforts to increase food security in the communities Central Florida Health Care serves. Managed nine food distribution sites in Polk County, one in Hardee County, and over 100 volunteers. Developed an appropriate culture of volunteerism at each location to include recruitment of additional volunteers. Tracked data applicable to reporting needs as set forth in… Show more Responsible for the complete logistics support of mobile food distribution. Assisted the Marketing Department and the company in its efforts to increase food security in the communities Central Florida Health Care serves. Managed nine food distribution sites in Polk County, one in Hardee County, and over 100 volunteers. Developed an appropriate culture of volunteerism at each location to include recruitment of additional volunteers. Tracked data applicable to reporting needs as set forth in the grant requirements.



Greater Tampa Bay Area Council

• Polk, Highlands, and Hardee Counties in Florida

• District Executive

  • Feb 2020 - Mar 2021

  •Responsible for all fundraising, volunteer and membership activities.. •Work with a volunteer board of directors and other community and business leaders to ensure the Scouting program is successful. •Meet with community leaders, business owners, and residents in my district to share the mission of the Boy Scouts of America. •Achieve progress towards specific financial, membership, and volunteer goals and objectives which include: program development through collaborative… Show more •Responsible for all fundraising, volunteer and membership activities.. •Work with a volunteer board of directors and other community and business leaders to ensure the Scouting program is successful. •Meet with community leaders, business owners, and residents in my district to share the mission of the Boy Scouts of America. •Achieve progress towards specific financial, membership, and volunteer goals and objectives which include: program development through collaborative relationships, volunteer recruitment and training, fundraising and sponsorships, and membership recruitment and retention of youth members and adult volunteers. •Work with volunteers to plan and execute all district events. •Responsible for meeting with and introducing the Scouting program to religious, civic, fraternal, educational, and other community-based organizations to increase Scouting units in the district. •Secure adequate financial support for programs in assigned area. Achieve net income and participation objectives for assigned camps and activities. •Plan and oversee fundraising campaigns and events to support the program. •Seek other types of donations for the organization; grants, corporate giving, sponsorships. •Ensure fundraising efforts are successful by researching potential donors and retaining current and past donors to the organization. •Ensure that all programs are served through volunteers, regular leader meetings, training events and activities. •Collaborates with adult volunteers and oversee achievement of training for their respective role. •Create a variety of collateral material for membership recruitment and fundraising efforts. •Responsible for community outreach on social media platforms; Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. •Serve as the Staff Advisor for the BSA’s National Youth Leadership Training course twice a year. •Plan and execute the Lake Region District Golf Tournament on a yearly basis. Show less •Responsible for all fundraising, volunteer and membership activities.. •Work with a volunteer board of directors and other community and business leaders to ensure the Scouting program is successful. •Meet with community leaders, business owners, and residents in my district to share the mission of the Boy Scouts of America. •Achieve progress towards specific financial, membership, and volunteer goals and objectives which include: program development through collaborative… Show more •Responsible for all fundraising, volunteer and membership activities.. •Work with a volunteer board of directors and other community and business leaders to ensure the Scouting program is successful. •Meet with community leaders, business owners, and residents in my district to share the mission of the Boy Scouts of America. •Achieve progress towards specific financial, membership, and volunteer goals and objectives which include: program development through collaborative relationships, volunteer recruitment and training, fundraising and sponsorships, and membership recruitment and retention of youth members and adult volunteers. •Work with volunteers to plan and execute all district events. •Responsible for meeting with and introducing the Scouting program to religious, civic, fraternal, educational, and other community-based organizations to increase Scouting units in the district. •Secure adequate financial support for programs in assigned area. Achieve net income and participation objectives for assigned camps and activities. •Plan and oversee fundraising campaigns and events to support the program. •Seek other types of donations for the organization; grants, corporate giving, sponsorships. •Ensure fundraising efforts are successful by researching potential donors and retaining current and past donors to the organization. •Ensure that all programs are served through volunteers, regular leader meetings, training events and activities. •Collaborates with adult volunteers and oversee achievement of training for their respective role. •Create a variety of collateral material for membership recruitment and fundraising efforts. •Responsible for community outreach on social media platforms; Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. •Serve as the Staff Advisor for the BSA’s National Youth Leadership Training course twice a year. •Plan and execute the Lake Region District Golf Tournament on a yearly basis. Show less



The Vanguard School of Lake Wales

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director Of Development

  • Jul 2017 - Oct 2019

  Lead the Development Department and worked closely with the Head of School and Board of Trustees to oversee and manage all aspects of The Vanguard Schools development program. Managed gifts processing and donor acknowledgement, the donor database, and financial reporting. Managed prospect research and cultivation initiatives with a special emphasis on pursuing strategies to secure or increase giving from donors. Responsible for creating strategic initiatives for securing major gifts… Show more Lead the Development Department and worked closely with the Head of School and Board of Trustees to oversee and manage all aspects of The Vanguard Schools development program. Managed gifts processing and donor acknowledgement, the donor database, and financial reporting. Managed prospect research and cultivation initiatives with a special emphasis on pursuing strategies to secure or increase giving from donors. Responsible for creating strategic initiatives for securing major gifts, donations, and grants. Community Relations: Developed strategies and programs designed to represent the organization favorably and make positive contributions to the community. Created and planned programs that engaged and supported the community and employees. Developed and expanded relationships with community leaders and media representatives. Supported marketing initiatives and represented the organization at events. Show less Lead the Development Department and worked closely with the Head of School and Board of Trustees to oversee and manage all aspects of The Vanguard Schools development program. Managed gifts processing and donor acknowledgement, the donor database, and financial reporting. Managed prospect research and cultivation initiatives with a special emphasis on pursuing strategies to secure or increase giving from donors. Responsible for creating strategic initiatives for securing major gifts… Show more Lead the Development Department and worked closely with the Head of School and Board of Trustees to oversee and manage all aspects of The Vanguard Schools development program. Managed gifts processing and donor acknowledgement, the donor database, and financial reporting. Managed prospect research and cultivation initiatives with a special emphasis on pursuing strategies to secure or increase giving from donors. Responsible for creating strategic initiatives for securing major gifts, donations, and grants. Community Relations: Developed strategies and programs designed to represent the organization favorably and make positive contributions to the community. Created and planned programs that engaged and supported the community and employees. Developed and expanded relationships with community leaders and media representatives. Supported marketing initiatives and represented the organization at events. Show less



Bok Tower Gardens

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Manager

  • Nov 2013 - Jul 2017

  Provided strategic direction and execution for annual giving programs, while supporting the greater fund development of Bok Tower Gardens. Areas of responsibility included the annual fund, memorials and tributes, corporate gifts, corporate sponsorships, in-kind giving, grant writing and grant reporting. Developed communication and solicitation strategies focused on shaping a sustainable tradition of annual support. Provided strategic direction and execution for annual giving programs, while supporting the greater fund development of Bok Tower Gardens. Areas of responsibility included the annual fund, memorials and tributes, corporate gifts, corporate sponsorships, in-kind giving, grant writing and grant reporting. Developed communication and solicitation strategies focused on shaping a sustainable tradition of annual support.



Gulf Ridge Council - Boy Scouts of America

• Highlands, Hardee, East Polk County-Florida

• District Executive for Finance and Membership

  • Jan 2011 - Nov 2013

  •Chief operating officer for the East Service Area which included Highlands, Hardee and East Polk County Florida. •Gave leadership to the achievement of the Council’s philosophy, mission and strategy, and to its annual objectives and goals within the district. •Responsible for District’s consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives in order to deliver quality support to the units and quality program to the youth members through the District and unit level… Show more •Chief operating officer for the East Service Area which included Highlands, Hardee and East Polk County Florida. •Gave leadership to the achievement of the Council’s philosophy, mission and strategy, and to its annual objectives and goals within the district. •Responsible for District’s consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives in order to deliver quality support to the units and quality program to the youth members through the District and unit level volunteers. •Assured that the flow of funds from the District in Friends of Scouting, United Ways, activities, and assigned council responsibilities helps the Council make steady progress toward the achievement of its mission. •Recruited, trained, motivated and maintained an effective volunteer management team. •Developed and implemented volunteer personnel training and development plans and programs that will provide the human resources necessary to achieve the mission of the District and Council. •Served as the chief district spokesperson for the Council to insure that the Council is properly presented to the public, its volunteers, and membership. Show less •Chief operating officer for the East Service Area which included Highlands, Hardee and East Polk County Florida. •Gave leadership to the achievement of the Council’s philosophy, mission and strategy, and to its annual objectives and goals within the district. •Responsible for District’s consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives in order to deliver quality support to the units and quality program to the youth members through the District and unit level… Show more •Chief operating officer for the East Service Area which included Highlands, Hardee and East Polk County Florida. •Gave leadership to the achievement of the Council’s philosophy, mission and strategy, and to its annual objectives and goals within the district. •Responsible for District’s consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives in order to deliver quality support to the units and quality program to the youth members through the District and unit level volunteers. •Assured that the flow of funds from the District in Friends of Scouting, United Ways, activities, and assigned council responsibilities helps the Council make steady progress toward the achievement of its mission. •Recruited, trained, motivated and maintained an effective volunteer management team. •Developed and implemented volunteer personnel training and development plans and programs that will provide the human resources necessary to achieve the mission of the District and Council. •Served as the chief district spokesperson for the Council to insure that the Council is properly presented to the public, its volunteers, and membership. Show less



Avon Park Housing Authority

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Resident Initiatives Coordinator

  • Feb 2010 - Jan 2011

  Responsible for implementing resident's initiative program designed to serve the needs of housing development residents. Planned, coordinated, and implemented a new housing program for individuals and/or families that are homeless or about to be homeless in Highlands County. Designed, assembled, promoted, maintained and monitored the Transitional Housing Program, participant Family Improvement Plans and related Life Skills Training Program activities and coordinates with outside agencies… Show more Responsible for implementing resident's initiative program designed to serve the needs of housing development residents. Planned, coordinated, and implemented a new housing program for individuals and/or families that are homeless or about to be homeless in Highlands County. Designed, assembled, promoted, maintained and monitored the Transitional Housing Program, participant Family Improvement Plans and related Life Skills Training Program activities and coordinates with outside agencies providing a broad range of services for residents. Show less Responsible for implementing resident's initiative program designed to serve the needs of housing development residents. Planned, coordinated, and implemented a new housing program for individuals and/or families that are homeless or about to be homeless in Highlands County. Designed, assembled, promoted, maintained and monitored the Transitional Housing Program, participant Family Improvement Plans and related Life Skills Training Program activities and coordinates with outside agencies… Show more Responsible for implementing resident's initiative program designed to serve the needs of housing development residents. Planned, coordinated, and implemented a new housing program for individuals and/or families that are homeless or about to be homeless in Highlands County. Designed, assembled, promoted, maintained and monitored the Transitional Housing Program, participant Family Improvement Plans and related Life Skills Training Program activities and coordinates with outside agencies providing a broad range of services for residents. Show less



Highlands County Habitat for Humanity

• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Program Services

  • Dec 2008 - Jan 2010

  Responsible for developing and maintaining the Family Selection process, the Family Support function and the Volunteer relations activities for Highlands County Habitat for Humanity. Coordinated volunteer activities with the Construction Manager and Director of Development of HCHFH to achieve the agency’s goals and long-range strategic plans. Served as a liaison between Habitat staff, other Habitat committees, construction site supervisors, volunteers and Families to communicate and… Show more Responsible for developing and maintaining the Family Selection process, the Family Support function and the Volunteer relations activities for Highlands County Habitat for Humanity. Coordinated volunteer activities with the Construction Manager and Director of Development of HCHFH to achieve the agency’s goals and long-range strategic plans. Served as a liaison between Habitat staff, other Habitat committees, construction site supervisors, volunteers and Families to communicate and collaborate on issues affecting Families and Volunteers such as policy and procedure, construction, scheduling, finances, and sweat equity. Show less Responsible for developing and maintaining the Family Selection process, the Family Support function and the Volunteer relations activities for Highlands County Habitat for Humanity. Coordinated volunteer activities with the Construction Manager and Director of Development of HCHFH to achieve the agency’s goals and long-range strategic plans. Served as a liaison between Habitat staff, other Habitat committees, construction site supervisors, volunteers and Families to communicate and… Show more Responsible for developing and maintaining the Family Selection process, the Family Support function and the Volunteer relations activities for Highlands County Habitat for Humanity. Coordinated volunteer activities with the Construction Manager and Director of Development of HCHFH to achieve the agency’s goals and long-range strategic plans. Served as a liaison between Habitat staff, other Habitat committees, construction site supervisors, volunteers and Families to communicate and collaborate on issues affecting Families and Volunteers such as policy and procedure, construction, scheduling, finances, and sweat equity. Show less



Sunshine Staffing

• Branch Manager

  • Feb 1997 - Dec 2008

  Branch Manager As Branch Manager, responsible for the direct supervision of core staff and insured staff was following all procedures as directed by the corporate office. Hired staff as needed to fill positions within the office. Performed all job evaluations, kept track of all time off and submitted information as needed. Submitted any reports needed to insure the office was running in an efficient manner. Coordinated monthly staff meetings with core staff as needed. Made all bank… Show more Branch Manager As Branch Manager, responsible for the direct supervision of core staff and insured staff was following all procedures as directed by the corporate office. Hired staff as needed to fill positions within the office. Performed all job evaluations, kept track of all time off and submitted information as needed. Submitted any reports needed to insure the office was running in an efficient manner. Coordinated monthly staff meetings with core staff as needed. Made all bank deposits, purchased and ordered all office supplies. Responsibilities also included risk management, payroll, accounts receivables and recruitment of all temporary staff to fill job openings. Operations- Responsible for taking job orders from various companies in the Highlands and Hardee County areas and placing the temporary employee who best fit the qualifications specified by the client. Practiced effective human resource and inventory management skills to assure a current supply of qualified workers for our clients. Trained new hires with policies and procedures counseled and terminated workers who failed to meet commitments or policies of the company. Sales-Presented and sold companies services to current and prospective clients. Prepared action plans and schedules to identify specific targets and to project the number of contacts to be made. Followed up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activities. Identified sales prospects and contacted these and other accounts as assigned. Prepared all sales presentations, proposals and sales contracts. Developed and maintained all sales materials. Established and maintained all current client and potential client relationships. Show less Branch Manager As Branch Manager, responsible for the direct supervision of core staff and insured staff was following all procedures as directed by the corporate office. Hired staff as needed to fill positions within the office. Performed all job evaluations, kept track of all time off and submitted information as needed. Submitted any reports needed to insure the office was running in an efficient manner. Coordinated monthly staff meetings with core staff as needed. Made all bank… Show more Branch Manager As Branch Manager, responsible for the direct supervision of core staff and insured staff was following all procedures as directed by the corporate office. Hired staff as needed to fill positions within the office. Performed all job evaluations, kept track of all time off and submitted information as needed. Submitted any reports needed to insure the office was running in an efficient manner. Coordinated monthly staff meetings with core staff as needed. Made all bank deposits, purchased and ordered all office supplies. Responsibilities also included risk management, payroll, accounts receivables and recruitment of all temporary staff to fill job openings. Operations- Responsible for taking job orders from various companies in the Highlands and Hardee County areas and placing the temporary employee who best fit the qualifications specified by the client. Practiced effective human resource and inventory management skills to assure a current supply of qualified workers for our clients. Trained new hires with policies and procedures counseled and terminated workers who failed to meet commitments or policies of the company. Sales-Presented and sold companies services to current and prospective clients. Prepared action plans and schedules to identify specific targets and to project the number of contacts to be made. Followed up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activities. Identified sales prospects and contacted these and other accounts as assigned. Prepared all sales presentations, proposals and sales contracts. Developed and maintained all sales materials. Established and maintained all current client and potential client relationships. Show less