Experience

Mighty Hero Homes, Inc.

• United States
• Housing and Community Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Philanthropy & Community Engagement

  • Apr 2022 - Present

  Tallahassee, Florida, United States



Camp Fire

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Regional Director of Development

  • Aug 2018 - Mar 2020

  Kansas City, Missouri



Florida State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of Development, Special Projects

  • Nov 2017 - Apr 2018

  Tallahassee, Florida Assisted the Associate Vice President for Constituent Programs on university-wide fundraising priorities as identified by the President and Executive Management Team.

• Director of Development, College of Human Sciences

  • Aug 2014 - Nov 2017

  Tallahassee, Florida Area -Strategically design and execute a personal solicitation program and secure private support at the major gift level. -Responsible for working with the Dean, the Vice President for Constituent Programs and other members of the College’s development, communication and alumni team to develop and execute strategic fundraising initiatives on behalf of the College, the University and the Foundation.

• Director of Development for Joint Retail Center

  • Aug 2014 - Nov 2017

  Tallahassee, Florida -Strategically design and execute a personal and corporate solicitation program to secure private support for the College of Business' and College of Human Sciences' joint Retail Center. -Responsible for working the both college deans and center directors to develop and execute strategic fundraising initiatives on behalf the the Retail Center.

• Director of Development, Division of Student Affairs

  • Apr 2008 - Aug 2014

  Tallahassee, Florida Area -Responsible for management and supervision of the Division of Student Affairs development activities with primary emphasis on major gifts fund-raising. -Responsible for the hiring and supervision of a Development Officer. -Duties include securing over $2.75 million over six years. -Rejuvenating prospect rating and identification process. -Making over 200 personal visits annually as well as the preparing and presenting major gift proposals. -Re-configuring, implementing, and… Show more -Responsible for management and supervision of the Division of Student Affairs development activities with primary emphasis on major gifts fund-raising. -Responsible for the hiring and supervision of a Development Officer. -Duties include securing over $2.75 million over six years. -Rejuvenating prospect rating and identification process. -Making over 200 personal visits annually as well as the preparing and presenting major gift proposals. -Re-configuring, implementing, and managing Division of Student Affairs volunteer efforts – Parents Board, Torchbearer Board, and Circus Alumni Board. -Producing development brochures and solicitation materials.



Laser Pharmaceuticals, LLC

• Professional Sales Representative

  • Jun 2006 - Apr 2008

  Tallahassee, Florida Area -Responsible for the planning, development, and management of a multi-state territory while marketing pharmaceutical products to medical professionals. -Hired to open new territory, establish pharmaceutical presence and introduce products to medical community. -Responsibilities include: identifying target medical professionals, creating a strategic sales plan for territory, evaluating and revising strategic sales plan as needed, distributing product samples while obtaining appropriate… Show more -Responsible for the planning, development, and management of a multi-state territory while marketing pharmaceutical products to medical professionals. -Hired to open new territory, establish pharmaceutical presence and introduce products to medical community. -Responsibilities include: identifying target medical professionals, creating a strategic sales plan for territory, evaluating and revising strategic sales plan as needed, distributing product samples while obtaining appropriate documents in accordance with company and DEA regulations, preparing Field Activity Reports and weekly reports to the National Sales Manager, and conducting monthly inventory of samples. -Also responsible for developing and implementing monthly routing schedule based on availability of target medical professionals, geographic location, and current product focus. -Primary job duty was to establish, develop and maintain relationships with medical professionals to include, but not limited to, Doctors, Physician’s Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Nursing Staff and Pharmacists. Show less



Scholastic

• United States
• Book and Periodical Publishing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Contract Sales Representative

  • Jun 2005 - May 2006

  Tallahassee, Florida Area -Responsible for selling educational products to 34 School Districts in Florida by establishing relationships with key employees within the district. -Provided the first line of communication for all customer questions, concerns and problems within the territory and ensured proper resolution. -Planned and hosted events for key customers to promote products. In addition, entertained current and potential customers at state and national conferences. -Also responsible for analyzing… Show more -Responsible for selling educational products to 34 School Districts in Florida by establishing relationships with key employees within the district. -Provided the first line of communication for all customer questions, concerns and problems within the territory and ensured proper resolution. -Planned and hosted events for key customers to promote products. In addition, entertained current and potential customers at state and national conferences. -Also responsible for analyzing district needs based on FCAT performance and provided a cost efficient solution directly correlated to the level of funding available. -Created custom presentations and orchestrated meetings with key decision-makers for presentation, proposal and sale of products. -Other duties included: preparation of school level proposals and bids, created and maintained complete customer database, maintained sample supply according to regional budget, prepared weekly sales reports, and attended all Florida and National educational conferences. Show less



Hopping Green & Sams, P.A.

• United States
• Legal Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Human Resources Manager

  • Sep 2002 - Jun 2005

  Tallahassee, Florida Area Responsible for maintaining staff and attorney base of 80 employees. Duties included: recruiting, retention, benefit administration and conflict resolution among staff and attorneys. Conducted all staff meetings, training sessions, orientations, annual performance reviews and bonus allocations. Responsible for making presentations to the Personnel, Attorney Development and Management Committees regarding all firm issues. Planned, coordinated and hosted all firm-related social events.



McConnaughhay, Coonrod, Pope, Weaver, Stern & Thomas, P.A.

• United States

• Human Resources Manager

  • Jun 2001 - Sep 2002

  Tallahassee, Florida Area Acted as contact for 250 employees in 10 offices throughout Florida and Georgia for all personnel matters including hiring, counseling and terminations. Prepared and processed payroll and bonus allocations for entire firm. Properly maintained all personnel files, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Handled benefits administration including health, life and disability insurance. Maintained and tracked employee vacation and sick leave. Performed various firm-wide training… Show more Acted as contact for 250 employees in 10 offices throughout Florida and Georgia for all personnel matters including hiring, counseling and terminations. Prepared and processed payroll and bonus allocations for entire firm. Properly maintained all personnel files, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Handled benefits administration including health, life and disability insurance. Maintained and tracked employee vacation and sick leave. Performed various firm-wide training and 401-K presentations. Created Policy and Procedures Manual and Operations Manual for firm. Show less



Kelly Services

• Mexico
• 200 - 300 Employee

• On-Site Manager

  • Apr 2000 - Jun 2001

  Tallahassee, Florida Area Managed top account for City Group, doubling size of account. Main functions included recruitment, screening and hiring for account, and adherence to guidelines stated in customer contract. Managed staff of over 100 employees regarding all Human Resource issues, personnel and payment issues, counseling and terminations. Functioned as liaison between Corporate and City offices. Operated within established budget meeting key financial criteria established by the corporate office.

• Senior Supervisor

  • Jan 1997 - Apr 2000

  Tallahassee, Florida Area Responsible for developing business/customer relationships, converting potential customers, maintaining favorable customer relations and conducting sales and service calls. Involved with ramping up Partnered Staffing Accounts and growing existing accounts into top account status. Interacted with Corporate office regarding all National Accounts. Interviewed and assessed applicants’ professional skills and placed with customers. Designed and implemented employee recruitment and retention… Show more Responsible for developing business/customer relationships, converting potential customers, maintaining favorable customer relations and conducting sales and service calls. Involved with ramping up Partnered Staffing Accounts and growing existing accounts into top account status. Interacted with Corporate office regarding all National Accounts. Interviewed and assessed applicants’ professional skills and placed with customers. Designed and implemented employee recruitment and retention programs, which resulted in lower turnover and increased productivity. Responsible for problem solving, and handling critical, difficult or unusual cases with customers and/or employees.