• Jun 2018 - Present

Strategist working alongside the Board of Directors to reimagine, renew and refocus the Foundation in partnership with its linked organization• Lead the strategy and execution of recommendations from the joint (c)3/(c)6 board-commissioned taskforce, including renaming and rebranding the organization along with growing its mission and reorganizing the staff structure [Formerly known as the North-American Interfraternity Conference Foundation, the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence unveiled its new identity in August 2018]• Develop a strategic plan, support model and reporting mechanism which supports the new mission and advances the transition of the board (operational -> governing)• Deliver excellent customer service to a widely diverse membership of 70+ fraternal foundations and their associated staff and volunteers through professional development experiences and the offering of cooperative services• Consult with member foundations on organizational successes, challenges and emerging issues and provide resources aimed to increase their impact and efficiency• Plan, promote and execute professional development events, including a joint (c)3/(c)6 annual meeting for 500+ attendees, skill-building workshops, an executive-level retreat, peer-to-peer mentoring, webinars and more• Recruit, train, support and retain a team of 60+ volunteers• Support the cultivation and stewardship of donors, members and corporate sponsors• Nurture the organization's reputation for integrity and prudent management Show less

• Mar 2017 - May 2018

• Work with the Board of Directors to execute the strategic plan • Manage all aspects of current and evolving programs through planning, promoting, coordinating and executing details in collaboration with volunteers and staff• Serve as the primary contact for members, delivering excellent customer service• Steward the annual fund program• Support the cultivation of donors, members and alliance partners• Assist with the development of clear and consistent messaging and marketing• Coordinate board meetings• Nurture and grow the organization's reputation for integrity and prudent management Show less

• Oct 2015 - Mar 2017

Endeavor West aims to be a premier organization in North Dakota that models sustainable business growth, provides an exceptional employee experience, harnesses good for community change and enriches the quality of life for current and future generations.We work at the intersection where market forces meet social impact. We’re business experts who build social enterprises, mission-driven businesses focused on providing educational, engagement and experiential opportunities to better life for all people in our communities. By doing so, we hope to meet the needs of the ever-changing environment and celebrate Western North Dakota being a great place to live, work and play. My Role:• Serve as a member of the Executive Leadership Team • Oversee a portfolio of businesses across multiple industries and (remotely) support top management of each company• Act as the project manager during the start-up/launch phase of each new business, including, but not limited to, coordination of incorporating with the governing entity, filing with the IRS, establishing insurance policies and opening bank accounts • Utilize QuickBooks and various online banking software to track AP and AR, manage P&L statements, run payroll and submit tax payments • Create, implement and evaluate the HR strategy and processes, including, but not limited to, organizational structures, job descriptions, job applications, multi-phase interviews, new hire paperwork, compensation and benefits programs, new employee onboarding, professional development and performance evaluations • Conceptualize and cultivate brand development and integrity, including, but not limited to, logo design, website design and content development, design and printing of all marketing collateral such as business cards, flyers, brochures, banners, digital ads, radio ads, videos and other event promo items (example: https://www.facebook.com/thecrossingnd/)• Establish and maintain premier community partnerships Show less

• Mar 2015 - Oct 2015

Completed business development projects and research for a start-up social enterprise• Collaborated with senior leaders to develop a strategic plan, mission statement and brand identity for the firm and its entities• Researched and recommended legal business structures for the firm and its entities • Constructed organizational structure options, including job titles and areas of responsibility, for launch and scaling of the firm; Drafted a job description template • Established a fan engagement strategy, including twelve experiential events, a loyalty rewards program and community donation method • Explored and reported out on the effectiveness of social media and other marketing platforms in the western North Dakota market; Proposed medium recommendations for launch and scaling, and designed the initial marketing plan for the firm and its entities • Researched community needs in western North Dakota and defined strategies for impact in the areas of community engagement, employee experience and youth development and leadership• Developed a culture playbook for the firm’s restaurant to be used for all employees • Crafted design schemes for websites of the firm and its restaurant• Explored and created a private events strategy for the firm’s restaurant, including but not limited to, marketing collateral, contracts and pricing structure• Researched and recommended an online booking system for both public and private use for the firm and its entities Show less

• May 2014 - Mar 2015

Driver of the Fraternity’s organizational growth efforts through exploration and management of opportunities to establish new chapters on college and university campuses• Supervised and developed 9 remote and in-office millennial employees who strategically led the business development and foundational leadership initiatives of the Fraternity• Identified opportunities to enhance recruitment and membership experiences in order to increase retention (in fall 2014, member retention increased from 76.4% to 83.1%)• Collaborated with stakeholders who supported the organization’s business development efforts such as the volunteer Board of Directors, staff Communications and Marketing Team, Fraternity Housing Corporation, volunteer advisors, local alumnae, campus administration, student life professionals and student leaders• Managed up to 15 business development opportunities at a time with various overlapping • Evaluated host institutions through data collection and analysis • Articulated the story of Alpha Gamma Delta through digital and print marketing materials, presentations and events• Oversaw the customized marketing plan and recruitment strategy for each new growth effort, including social media management and the use of CRM tools • Created and facilitated training materials for staff and volunteer members who executed and supported the business development and foundational leadership phases of the membership experience Show less

• May 2013 - Apr 2014

Advocate for the Fraternity’s organizational growth strategy• Served as the project lead for consultants supporting the business development and foundational leadership initiatives at four universities where over 60 events were held and more than 425 members were brought into the organization• Cultivated relationships with local stakeholders such as volunteer advisors and alumnae, student leaders and campus professionals • Created and facilitated training materials for staff and volunteers participating in recruitment events and marketing presentations• Developed content for new member orientation programs, chapter growth and development plans, presentation scripts, marketing videos and more• Utilized tracking systems to monitor project planning, progress, execution and collaboration• Evaluated host institutions through data collection and analysis Show less

• Jun 2011 - Apr 2013

Brand ambassador and leadership development coach for collegiate chapters and members of the Fraternity• Worked with 28 unique chapters and over 2,000 students in 13 states and 1 Canadian province• Collaborated with student leaders to develop strategies and action plans to increase operational efficiency, membership growth and retention, financial stability and community engagement• Facilitated programs for groups ranging from 8 to 150 on harm prevention, leadership, recruitment, member education, branding and additional topics as requested by individual chapters• Opened and established chapters at two universities which included interviewing founding members and educating them on organizational initiatives while assisting in their understanding of university policy and fraternity/sorority culture• Assisted in the recruitment of members for new chapters at three universities which brought more than 475 members into the organization• Managed relationships and communicated with stakeholders including collegiate members, Fraternity volunteers, International Headquarters staff and campus professionals Show less

Student Services Assistant

• May 2009 - Jun 2011