Experience

Friends of Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

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

• Community Engagement Director

  • Aug 2019 - Mar 2020

  • Oversaw membership department and engaged with current members and recruited new members in the community • Created and executed member events, such as VIP receptions for lectures and special events. Conducted outreach including obtaining auction items for gala and donations. Maintained and established relationships with sponsors and high-end donors. • Oversaw membership department and engaged with current members and recruited new members in the community • Created and executed member events, such as VIP receptions for lectures and special events. Conducted outreach including obtaining auction items for gala and donations. Maintained and established relationships with sponsors and high-end donors.



City of Huntington Beach

• United States
• Government Administration
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Volunteer Service Coordinator

  • Mar 2018 - Aug 2018

  • Oversaw a program of 500+ volunteers to serve the Senior population • Successfully coordinated special events in support of the Senior Center, including a 100th year old birthday party, Luau, Volunteer recognition luncheon, fishing derby and outdoor concert. • Achieved great success with the annual golf tournament event, including making swag bags, treat bags and procuring auction items. • Oversaw a program of 500+ volunteers to serve the Senior population • Successfully coordinated special events in support of the Senior Center, including a 100th year old birthday party, Luau, Volunteer recognition luncheon, fishing derby and outdoor concert. • Achieved great success with the annual golf tournament event, including making swag bags, treat bags and procuring auction items.



MOLINA HEALTHCARE INC

• Long Beach CA

• Manager (Community outreach, special projects)

  • Jun 2012 - Sep 2017

  • Responsible for special employee recognition events – including the annual Customer Service Week celebrations, Nurse recognition week and multiple recognition events for hundreds of employees, resulting in elevated company morale and higher retention of employees. Maintained calendar of monthly activities and opportunities for employee engagement. • Created new ideas and events for employee retention, including CAHPS week celebrations, theme days, and employee gifts – including goody bags,… Show more • Responsible for special employee recognition events – including the annual Customer Service Week celebrations, Nurse recognition week and multiple recognition events for hundreds of employees, resulting in elevated company morale and higher retention of employees. Maintained calendar of monthly activities and opportunities for employee engagement. • Created new ideas and events for employee retention, including CAHPS week celebrations, theme days, and employee gifts – including goody bags, treat bags, and contests. • Engaged the company employees in community events, including Book Buddies, Treats for Our Troops and other local charities. Successfully conducting 28 blood drives in partnership with The American Red Cross, increasing blood donations by 150%. Show less • Responsible for special employee recognition events – including the annual Customer Service Week celebrations, Nurse recognition week and multiple recognition events for hundreds of employees, resulting in elevated company morale and higher retention of employees. Maintained calendar of monthly activities and opportunities for employee engagement. • Created new ideas and events for employee retention, including CAHPS week celebrations, theme days, and employee gifts – including goody bags,… Show more • Responsible for special employee recognition events – including the annual Customer Service Week celebrations, Nurse recognition week and multiple recognition events for hundreds of employees, resulting in elevated company morale and higher retention of employees. Maintained calendar of monthly activities and opportunities for employee engagement. • Created new ideas and events for employee retention, including CAHPS week celebrations, theme days, and employee gifts – including goody bags, treat bags, and contests. • Engaged the company employees in community events, including Book Buddies, Treats for Our Troops and other local charities. Successfully conducting 28 blood drives in partnership with The American Red Cross, increasing blood donations by 150%. Show less



The Molina Foundation

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Literacy Program Director and Volunteer Coordinator

  • Mar 2002 - Jun 2012

  Created and built a literacy program that provided over 3 million books to children from low income families. Developed extensive relationships with schools, businesses and social organizations, establish an active network of volunteers and community resources. Created and managed dozens of annual events, including visits to schools, faith and community based organizations, serving children in need. Worked extensively with volunteers, including recruitment, management, and… Show more Created and built a literacy program that provided over 3 million books to children from low income families. Developed extensive relationships with schools, businesses and social organizations, establish an active network of volunteers and community resources. Created and managed dozens of annual events, including visits to schools, faith and community based organizations, serving children in need. Worked extensively with volunteers, including recruitment, management, and retention and recognition. Formed strategic alliances and partnerships with literacy programs and community based organizations around the country in order to meet the Foundation’s goal of providing new books at minimal to no cost. Coordinated extensive logistics, including warehousing, storage, deliveries and inventory management for over 500,000 books annually. Prepared budgets and monitored expenses to stay within target. Show less Created and built a literacy program that provided over 3 million books to children from low income families. Developed extensive relationships with schools, businesses and social organizations, establish an active network of volunteers and community resources. Created and managed dozens of annual events, including visits to schools, faith and community based organizations, serving children in need. Worked extensively with volunteers, including recruitment, management, and… Show more Created and built a literacy program that provided over 3 million books to children from low income families. Developed extensive relationships with schools, businesses and social organizations, establish an active network of volunteers and community resources. Created and managed dozens of annual events, including visits to schools, faith and community based organizations, serving children in need. Worked extensively with volunteers, including recruitment, management, and retention and recognition. Formed strategic alliances and partnerships with literacy programs and community based organizations around the country in order to meet the Foundation’s goal of providing new books at minimal to no cost. Coordinated extensive logistics, including warehousing, storage, deliveries and inventory management for over 500,000 books annually. Prepared budgets and monitored expenses to stay within target. Show less



The Salvation Army

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Volunteer coordinator

  • Aug 2000 - Aug 2001

  Recruited, trained and coordinated volunteers for various Salvation Army programs. Grew volunteer base from 400 to over 1,200 volunteers. Planned and executed all orientation programs and training for incoming volunteers. Matched volunteers to appropriate task, including food box packaging, holiday toy shop, bell ringing at the donation Kettles, and Coats for Kids. Inspired volunteers to work at their highest level and achieve ultimate satisfaction with their volunteer… Show more Recruited, trained and coordinated volunteers for various Salvation Army programs. Grew volunteer base from 400 to over 1,200 volunteers. Planned and executed all orientation programs and training for incoming volunteers. Matched volunteers to appropriate task, including food box packaging, holiday toy shop, bell ringing at the donation Kettles, and Coats for Kids. Inspired volunteers to work at their highest level and achieve ultimate satisfaction with their volunteer experience. Cultivated relationships with area churches, schools, businesses and community based organizations to expand ranks for volunteers. Planned and implemented volunteer recognition events, parties, and special fundraising events. Organized a massive holiday distribution in partnership with the Marine’s “Toys for Tots” at McClellan Air Force base. Participants received a Christmas tree, food box, and chose toys from our free holiday store, all run by volunteers. Show less Recruited, trained and coordinated volunteers for various Salvation Army programs. Grew volunteer base from 400 to over 1,200 volunteers. Planned and executed all orientation programs and training for incoming volunteers. Matched volunteers to appropriate task, including food box packaging, holiday toy shop, bell ringing at the donation Kettles, and Coats for Kids. Inspired volunteers to work at their highest level and achieve ultimate satisfaction with their volunteer… Show more Recruited, trained and coordinated volunteers for various Salvation Army programs. Grew volunteer base from 400 to over 1,200 volunteers. Planned and executed all orientation programs and training for incoming volunteers. Matched volunteers to appropriate task, including food box packaging, holiday toy shop, bell ringing at the donation Kettles, and Coats for Kids. Inspired volunteers to work at their highest level and achieve ultimate satisfaction with their volunteer experience. Cultivated relationships with area churches, schools, businesses and community based organizations to expand ranks for volunteers. Planned and implemented volunteer recognition events, parties, and special fundraising events. Organized a massive holiday distribution in partnership with the Marine’s “Toys for Tots” at McClellan Air Force base. Participants received a Christmas tree, food box, and chose toys from our free holiday store, all run by volunteers. Show less