Experience

Homesteaders Life Company

• United States
• Insurance
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Director - Consumer Marketing

  • Apr 2023 - Present



Funeral Service Foundation

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

• Director of Community Engagement

  • May 2013 - Present

  The Funeral Service Foundation is the leading public foundation dedicated in perpetuity to serve the funeral service profession. Funded solely by contributions from funeral service made at every level, the Foundation: ~ Commissions innovative research ~ Funds programs and professional development opportunities ~ Administers scholarships, and ~ Assists communities in crisis ~ Responsible for creating the Foundation's "voice", messaging and visual identity. ~ Primary copywriter for all forms of communication including website, development pieces, speeches, newsletters, feature articles, specialty collateral, etc. ~ Media contact ~ Communication, Marketing, Data and Development strategist Show less



Cardinal Stritch University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Director of University Events

  • Jan 2011 - Apr 2013

  Accountable for raising $2.8 million annually within University’s Advancement Department. Funds supported University operations and student scholarships. Oversaw all significant University events in three states, which included, but were not limited to, galas, commencements, accreditation visits, alumni events, golf outings, donor cultivation events, forums, conferences, lecture series and theatrical performances. Planned and executed all aspects of Cardinal Stritch University’s year-long 75th Anniversary Celebration of which the scope was unprecedented at the University. Celebration included the eight-event Inauguration Weekend for University President. Led institution in responsibly, graciously and professionally terminating a 30-year, on-site vendor relationship, and managed company transition to new vendor. Recommended vendor change after crafting RFP and serving on research committee. Remained liaison to vendor. Helped lead University in the research and implementation of separate online payment, scheduling and event management systems. Served as a University-wide system administrator for each area. Show less



Marcus Hotels & Resorts

• United States
• Hospitality
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Catering Sales Manager

  • Jul 2008 - Jan 2011

  Acted as M1 Sales Team Brand Ambassador for The Pfister Hotel, The InterContinental Milwaukee, and The Hilton Milwaukee City Center. Market focus: non-profit, healthcare, law, education and corporations. Personally negotiated and contracted $1.5 million in business each fiscal year through successful business solicitation, exceptional customer service, well-tailored site tours, and timely, competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) response. Sold and helped execute over 350 unique events each year with budgets from $500-$500,000, and ranging from five to 1,000 guests. Attended industry trade shows. Conducted seminars on marketing non-profit events. Show less



Mission Point Resort

• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales & Catering Manager

  • 2007 - 2008

  Responsible for marketing and selling $1.5 million in food & beverage and room nights each year. Handled wedding events from inquiry and booking, to detailing and execution for the nearly 100 wedding events each six-month season. Coordinated annual Mackinac Island bridal show, attended by 30+ national vendors and 300 guests. Researched and attended national bridal trade shows. Responsible for marketing and selling $1.5 million in food & beverage and room nights each year. Handled wedding events from inquiry and booking, to detailing and execution for the nearly 100 wedding events each six-month season. Coordinated annual Mackinac Island bridal show, attended by 30+ national vendors and 300 guests. Researched and attended national bridal trade shows.



Ten Chimneys Foundation

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Volunteer Manager

  • Apr 2003 - May 2007

  Demonstrated exceptional relationship management by providing an outstanding volunteer experience. Ninety-eight percent of volunteers “felt they received good training for their volunteer work, and were comfortable approaching volunteer manager.” Designed curriculum and taught intense 14-week volunteer docent training program Served as primary architect and instructor of the intense 14-week Docent Training Program. Demonstrated exceptional relationship management by providing an outstanding volunteer experience. Ninety-eight percent of volunteers “felt they received good training for their volunteer work, and were comfortable approaching volunteer manager.” Designed curriculum and taught intense 14-week volunteer docent training program Served as primary architect and instructor of the intense 14-week Docent Training Program.