Experience

Harpeth Conservancy

• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Director

  • May 2017 - Present

  Manage River Swing, annual fundraiser. Grew event next revenue by 100% first year. Was able to pivot in 2020 during COVID and still exceed modified budget. Responsible for all donor correspondence including Spring mailing, annual newsletter and year end campaign. Work with third-party fundraisers to have successful and properly promoted and branded events. Host smaller major donor gatherings to thank existing donors and identify new major donors. Oversee all communication efforts - social media, annual newsletter, etc. with managing a part-time staff member. Show less



Heroes for Children

• United States
• Philanthropic Fundraising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• North Texas Area Director

  • Jan 2017 - Apr 2017



Bryan's House

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Community Leadership & Individual Engagement (Contract)

  • Sep 2016 - Jan 2017

  Launching 3 new programs for Bryan's House: *Jubilee Society (Women who contribute a minimum of $50/year and 10 volunteer hours) *Mighty Men's Group (quarterly events including fundraisers, volunteer projects and Dad's Night Out events) *Corporate Council (Senior Level Executives from Fortune 500 Companies who meet quarterly and serve as advisors for major topics such as feasibility studies, technology, LEAN process management, etc.) Manage expansion of the Red Socks Campaign Launching 3 new programs for Bryan's House: *Jubilee Society (Women who contribute a minimum of $50/year and 10 volunteer hours) *Mighty Men's Group (quarterly events including fundraisers, volunteer projects and Dad's Night Out events) *Corporate Council (Senior Level Executives from Fortune 500 Companies who meet quarterly and serve as advisors for major topics such as feasibility studies, technology, LEAN process management, etc.) Manage expansion of the Red Socks Campaign



United Way of Metropolitan Dallas

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director, Annual Campaign & Individual Giving

  • Jan 2016 - Sep 2016

  *Relationship Manager for portfolio of 200+ donors in the Tocqueville Society (donors $10,000+) *Targeted prospects for Tocqueville Society *Moves management into the Tocqueville Society from Leadership ($1,000+) and Builder Society ($2,500+) *Relaunched Bench & Bar (Legal Society) within Tocqueville Society *Responsible for re-engaging lapsed Tocqueville donors and collecting from outstanding donors. *Relationship Manager for portfolio of 200+ donors in the Tocqueville Society (donors $10,000+) *Targeted prospects for Tocqueville Society *Moves management into the Tocqueville Society from Leadership ($1,000+) and Builder Society ($2,500+) *Relaunched Bench & Bar (Legal Society) within Tocqueville Society *Responsible for re-engaging lapsed Tocqueville donors and collecting from outstanding donors.



Corner Bakery

• Restaurants
• 700 & Above Employee

• Regional Marketing Manager

  • Aug 2014 - Dec 2015

  * Responsible for community involvement within the Dallas, Ft. Worth and Austin areas. Includes sponsorships, auctions, food donations, volunteers, give-aways and prizes. (Organized over 400 events with a reach of over 600,000 attendees) * Identify and help develop new corporate catering clients through Lobby Events, On-site Sales and Sampling Presentations and Open Houses. Includes working with General Managers and Catering Supervisors to train them to be involved in their areas. (Achieved record sales catering weeks in multiple cafes) * Work with local organizations such as Chambers of Commerce, CVBs, school districts, sports teams and professional organizations to determine groups and events to drive revenue for area Corner Bakery Cafes. * Handle all social media guest engagement for 22 cafes. * Led the Grand Opening community, catering and guest awareness efforts for Denton cafe. Show less



Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Fund Development

  • Jan 2012 - Nov 2013

  LEFT COMPANY BECAUSE OF HUSBAND RELOCATION *Responsible for all aspects of four annual fundraising events: Bowl for Kids’ Sake, Swing for Kids’ Sake, Big Buck$ Raffle and Fall Gala. All events showed tremendous growth exceeding prior year and budget by a minimum of 30% in the first year and continued growth thereafter. *Solicit and secure new corporate sponsors, Chairpeople, volunteers and participants for all events, as well as maintain relationships with existing supporters. *Responsible for all media related to events and other agency related topics including social media efforts. *Increased overall gross revenues from $429,000 to over $600,000 in less than 2 years. *Oversee event and general agency volunteers. *Identify and develop relationship with all donors including major donors and planned giving. Show less



Belcourt Theatre

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Marketing & Development

  • Feb 2010 - Oct 2011

  LEFT COMPANY BECAUSE OF HUSBAND RELOCATION * Instrumental in increasing membership base from under 700 to over 1900 including growth in higher membership levels. * Responsible for all fundraising efforts including year end/annual campaign, new fundraiser that netted over $75,000 in first 2 years and growing 10 year old Oscar Night America party to a sell out. * Oversaw all marketing, advertising and PR efforts including grassroots, traditional, promotional, partnership and online efforts. * Key player to increase corporate partnerships and sponsorships for event based and annual contracts. Show less



Susan G. Komen® Central Tennessee

• United States
• Health, Wellness & Fitness
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Outreach & Development

  • May 2008 - Mar 2009

  Secured donors and sponsors; participated in community events to create awareness about breast cancer and increase self-awareness; recruited volunteers; liaison with outside events and more. Secured donors and sponsors; participated in community events to create awareness about breast cancer and increase self-awareness; recruited volunteers; liaison with outside events and more.



Nashville Jet Charters, Inc.

• Greater Nashville Area, TN

• Marketing Director

  • Jan 2001 - May 2008

  *Responsible for all Marketing efforts including: Advertising, PR, Promotions & Community Involvement *Responsible for all Sales efforts including establishing relationships with aircraft brokers and operators nationwide as well as building local client base. Results have proven an increase in gross annual revenues from approximately $2 million to over $8 million. *Oversee all other administrative duties including IT and Human Resources *Create Internal Cost-savings and Revenue Producing procedures including fuel management, pricing evaluation, staffing & per diems *Responsible for coordinating all scheduling & dispatching functions including staff & aircraft management, client needs, catering, weather related items, International planning, security and many more details. This function requires 24/7 availability. Show less



md2patient.com

• Director of Marketing

  • Jan 2000 - Aug 2000

  START-UP COMPANY DISSOLVED BECAUSE OF LACK OF FUNDING *Developed brand positioning and all materials for start-up company including logo development, stationery package, brochures & web site *Responsible for a $1 million national advertising budget *Oversaw all public relations including national and local PR. Included working within SEC guidelines for potential stock offering START-UP COMPANY DISSOLVED BECAUSE OF LACK OF FUNDING *Developed brand positioning and all materials for start-up company including logo development, stationery package, brochures & web site *Responsible for a $1 million national advertising budget *Oversaw all public relations including national and local PR. Included working within SEC guidelines for potential stock offering



Ocharleys Hermitage

• Restaurants
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Marketing

  • Sep 1996 - Jan 2000

  Handled all aspects of marketing, public relations, community involvement, events, etc. for local, regional and national exposure. Handled all aspects of marketing, public relations, community involvement, events, etc. for local, regional and national exposure.



Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Tennessee Chapter

• Director of Special Events

  • Sep 1993 - Sep 1996

  Was responsible for various special events throughout the state of Tennessee. Included sponsorship, event management, volunteer recruitment and all other details. Was responsible for various special events throughout the state of Tennessee. Included sponsorship, event management, volunteer recruitment and all other details.



Tom Jackson and Associates

• Director of Marketing & Events

  • 1991 - 1993

  Manager of Meeting Planning, Association Management & Events *Responsible for managing all events including: American Bus Marketplace (2,000+ attendees), ABA Driving Championships, Clinton/Gore Rally, Un Eté du Vin & Just Say No Spring Festivals. *Responsible for supervising all staff in the Meeting Planning division Group Tour Manager, Morrison’s Family Dining, May 1992-Jan. 1993 *Responsible for supervising Group Tour Fulfillment and reservations staff, creation and placement of advertising, Public Relations & Group Tour Procedures. *Responsible for developing Group Tour Marketing Plan, evaluating & implementing all reservation procedures & serving as a liaison between groups, managers & corporate headquarters. Show less