Elissa Russell, CFRE

Donor Relations Manager at Madison Public Library Foundation
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Experience

    • United States
    • Philanthropic Fundraising Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Donor Relations Manager
      • Jan 2022 - Present

      Dynamic position manages all aspects of donor and prospective donor information to communicate effectively and assist with all levels of philanthropy at the foundation. The position creates models for measuring successful donor relationships, and works closely with communications and accounting consultants, executive and event staff, and the board of directors.

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Development Coordinator
      • Dec 2020 - Jan 2022

      Point person for planning and executing fundraising events, coordinating volunteers and interns. Ensure the smooth operation of the Development Department.

    • Development and Administrative Coordinator
      • Jan 2018 - Dec 2020

      Janesville/Beloit, Wisconsin Area Development Coordinator: Point person for planning and executing fundraising events, coordinating volunteers and interns. Ensure the smooth operation of the Development Department. Administrative Coordinator: Assist the Regional Director with special research and projects, and ensure the smooth operation of the office of the Regional Director. Screen and schedule interviews with prospective employees. Perform onboarding tasks for new employees.

    • Development Specialist
      • Sep 2016 - Dec 2017

      La Crosse, Wisconsin Responsible for the management of the Foundation's database; planning and execution of cultivation and fundraising events; revived the Foundation's newsletter, The Front Page; manage the development of marketing materials; assists the Chief Development Officer with administrative duties; grant writing and other duties as assigned.

    • Development Assistant
      • Apr 2016 - Sep 2016

      La Crosse, Wisconsin Area Responsible for the management of the Foundation's database, planning, and execution of cultivation events, assists the Chief Development Officer and other departmental staff with administrative duties, and assists with planning and execution of events.

    • Author Marketing Contractor
      • Sep 2014 - Apr 2016

      1) Marketing campaign execution: create/send out media pitches; research outlets for target niche markets; prepare marketing outlines; database management; MailChimp; schedule promotions with third-party vendors 2) Customer service: address author concerns/questions; collect required information; track/update campaign statuses; conduct introductory calls 3) Assistant to the CEO: calendar management; copyediting/copywriting; disperse meeting minutes/agenda; created PowerPoints;… Show more 1) Marketing campaign execution: create/send out media pitches; research outlets for target niche markets; prepare marketing outlines; database management; MailChimp; schedule promotions with third-party vendors 2) Customer service: address author concerns/questions; collect required information; track/update campaign statuses; conduct introductory calls 3) Assistant to the CEO: calendar management; copyediting/copywriting; disperse meeting minutes/agenda; created PowerPoints; other duties as assigned Show less

    • Library Page
      • Jan 2010 - Mar 2015

      West Salem, WI Shelved books. Assisted the Adult and Children's Librarians with displays and programming. Kept collection organized with periodical shelf reading.

    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Client Experience Manager Intern
      • Jan 2014 - Jun 2014

      La Crosse, WI Assist with daily report/database management; marketing tasks for trade shows, as needed. Created and implementing auditing system for top accounts sales portals.

    • United States
    • Health, Wellness & Fitness
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Arts and Humanities Assistant
      • Sep 2013 - Jun 2014

      Onalaska, WI Previously: Arts and Humanities Intern Support Arts and Humanities Director's daily activities - tasks as assigned. Coordinate events independently Martial Arts Tournament with 100+ participants; worked with Martial Arts instructors, vendors, and volunteers. Dance recitals with 100+ participants; coordinated volunteer outreach and scheduling. Organized Y Arts Week Programming and Winter Dance Recital volunteers and event coordination. Created and… Show more Previously: Arts and Humanities Intern Support Arts and Humanities Director's daily activities - tasks as assigned. Coordinate events independently Martial Arts Tournament with 100+ participants; worked with Martial Arts instructors, vendors, and volunteers. Dance recitals with 100+ participants; coordinated volunteer outreach and scheduling. Organized Y Arts Week Programming and Winter Dance Recital volunteers and event coordination. Created and distributed marketing materials. Managed music lesson payroll and registration. Show less

    • Vice President of Communications
      • Sep 2012 - May 2014

      La Crosse, Wisconsin Area Maintain the chapter website; redesigned/restarted the organization’s newsletter, The Marketeer; Member of select group to collaborate on marketing plans for Hershey and Rotary Lights. Coordinate with Adviser and Director of Sponsorships to create/analyze survey for local business. Attend various client meeting to discuss projects/sponsorships for the chapter. Participate in strategic planning of semester events. Coordinate with other executive members as necessary to ensure daily functioning… Show more Maintain the chapter website; redesigned/restarted the organization’s newsletter, The Marketeer; Member of select group to collaborate on marketing plans for Hershey and Rotary Lights. Coordinate with Adviser and Director of Sponsorships to create/analyze survey for local business. Attend various client meeting to discuss projects/sponsorships for the chapter. Participate in strategic planning of semester events. Coordinate with other executive members as necessary to ensure daily functioning of AMA. Show less

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Administrative Assistant
      • Aug 2013 - Jan 2014

      La Crosse, Wisconsin Area Coordinated and supervised volunteers to move in 400-500 students. Compiled weekly events newsletter Other tasks as assigned.

Education

  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
    Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
    2010 - 2014
  • West Salem High School
    2006 - 2010

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