Alexis Ross
Development Associate at The Shade Tree of Las Vegas- Claim this Profile
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The Shade Tree of Las Vegas
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Development Associate
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Oct 2022 - Aug 2023
Recruiting, interviewing, and training new volunteers Conducting background checks to ensure the safety and security of our clients Handling and protecting highly sensitive and confidential information Logging accurate volunteer hours and creating monthly reports Devise incentive programs for individual volunteers and tiered program for corporate partners Design, schedule, and post social media graphics and copy Launched and currently oversee the organization’s… Show more Recruiting, interviewing, and training new volunteers Conducting background checks to ensure the safety and security of our clients Handling and protecting highly sensitive and confidential information Logging accurate volunteer hours and creating monthly reports Devise incentive programs for individual volunteers and tiered program for corporate partners Design, schedule, and post social media graphics and copy Launched and currently oversee the organization’s TikTok Assist with grant writing as needed Assist with communication policy for internal and external distribution Leading and active member of “The Sunshine Committee” (employee motivation/recognition committee) Familiarity with CERVIS for volunteer management Organizing community outreach events and representing The Shade Tree at events that provide resources to the community Project management; working with outside vendors to renovate areas of the shelter Coordinating small and large events Show less
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Greystar
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United States
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Real Estate
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700 & Above Employee
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Lifestyle Coordinator
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Oct 2021 - Oct 2022
North Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Revitalizing the resident activity department for Active Adult Seniors which had been on hiatus Cultivating unique events at the community clubhouse and exciting shuttle bus trips based on seasonal, local activities Designing monthly calendars, newsletters, and social media posts through Canva Maintaining appropriate social distancing and cleaning guidelines based on changing state and company regulations to ensure the safety of the residents (a high risk group for… Show more Revitalizing the resident activity department for Active Adult Seniors which had been on hiatus Cultivating unique events at the community clubhouse and exciting shuttle bus trips based on seasonal, local activities Designing monthly calendars, newsletters, and social media posts through Canva Maintaining appropriate social distancing and cleaning guidelines based on changing state and company regulations to ensure the safety of the residents (a high risk group for COVID-19) Enabling the organization and smooth execution of 3 to 5 events per day Networking with vendors from relevant fields to enhance events while catering to the needs of the residents Spearheaded the founding of the LGBTQIA+ chat group for the community’s residents Assisting as needed with inputting work orders, assisting with rent payments, or registration of community key fobs Enriched the design of the declining budget template to maintain PTD and monthly budgets Teaching various types of dance and craft/art classes on a weekly basis Engaging residents regularly through monthly discussions, incorporating their input into the next month’s scheduled events Integrating technological tools for event sign ups and communication for those who are technologically proficient, while maintaining traditional paper sign up forms and calendars in order to provide for every resident’s needs Established a monthly “Craft for a Cause” session, in which the residents create homemade items for charitable causes, such as hand-painted and supply filled tote bags for R. Guild Gray Elementary School teachers Succeeding in both local and company-wide charitable campaigns including (but not limited to) St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Muscular Dystrophy Association, The Ronald McDonald House, The Shade Tree, and Three Square Show less
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Las Vegas Natural History Museum
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Volunteer Coordinator
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Sep 2020 - Oct 2021
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Recruited, trained, placed, scheduled and oversaw all volunteer staff Staffing and assisting with major Museum events Recorded and evaluated volunteer numbers, analyzing benefit impact Opening and closing the Museum; key holder Cash handling and register work for museum admissions and Gift Shop Set up, decorated, and oversaw children’s birthday parties; secured deposits and updating contracts as necessary Minimal animal handling Conducted private tours and school field… Show more Recruited, trained, placed, scheduled and oversaw all volunteer staff Staffing and assisting with major Museum events Recorded and evaluated volunteer numbers, analyzing benefit impact Opening and closing the Museum; key holder Cash handling and register work for museum admissions and Gift Shop Set up, decorated, and oversaw children’s birthday parties; secured deposits and updating contracts as necessary Minimal animal handling Conducted private tours and school field trips Developed organized and thorough written informational guides for training purposes based on the Museum’s vetted information, while maintaining the mission Assisted the Education Department in filming content for the Museum’s Youtube channel Revived exhibits by assisting the Facilities Manager and Taxidermy Specialist Aided the Grants and Development departments in acquiring and organizing in-kind donations for the Museum’s major annual fundraising event Show less
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The Neon Museum
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Interpretive Staff Supervisor
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Oct 2018 - Jun 2020
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Regulated and supervised the daily operations of the Interpretive staff Oversaw proper customer service decorum via phone, email, and in-person interactions in order to maintain Museum standards Orchestrated employee recognition programs such as birthday and anniversary celebrations Accounting duties such as bank deposits, daily safe counts, and drawer counts Responsible for eight direct reports Mentored Interpreters to improve upon their skills as guides and customer service… Show more Regulated and supervised the daily operations of the Interpretive staff Oversaw proper customer service decorum via phone, email, and in-person interactions in order to maintain Museum standards Orchestrated employee recognition programs such as birthday and anniversary celebrations Accounting duties such as bank deposits, daily safe counts, and drawer counts Responsible for eight direct reports Mentored Interpreters to improve upon their skills as guides and customer service representatives Coordinated specific safety and diversity trainings for the Front of House staff Show less
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Macy's
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Commission Sales Associate
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Apr 2018 - Jan 2019
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Consulted customers in styling and purchasing products (shoes, accessories, etc.) Ensured opening and closing duties were completed in a timely manner, while upholding the Macy’s standard of organization and department cleanliness Generated high numbers of new credit applications Maximized number of clients participating in multiple customer incentive programs Established personal relationships with each customer Worked with fellow associates to reach department goals;… Show more Consulted customers in styling and purchasing products (shoes, accessories, etc.) Ensured opening and closing duties were completed in a timely manner, while upholding the Macy’s standard of organization and department cleanliness Generated high numbers of new credit applications Maximized number of clients participating in multiple customer incentive programs Established personal relationships with each customer Worked with fellow associates to reach department goals; consistently performed above the expected threshold Show less
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Education
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The Johns Hopkins University
Master of Arts - MA, Communications with a concentration in Corporate and Nonprofit Management -
AMDA College and Conservatory of the Performing Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA, Musical Theatre