Experience

HOLY SPIRIT ACADEMY

• United States
• Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director Marketing & Development

  • Aug 2022 - Present

• Development Associate

  • Aug 2021 - Present

  Create and implement current and new development, marketing, and communication plans. Develop, design & manage print collateral, social media and email campaigns to promote and drive fundraising & event awareness and participation. Manage updates and designs on WordPress website. Event planning and coordination of all fundraising events, including organizing volunteer leadership. Responsible for database integrity and management: managing volunteer involvement, development event attendance, gift processing and acknowledgements, donor research and records and reporting. Collaborate on all solicitations of potential and previous donors to increase donations to the school. Show less



Freelance

• Egypt
• Human Resources
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Freelance Photographer

  • Jun 2012 - Present

  Artfully engaged in freelance photography for families, newborns and graduates for the past ten years. Inspired by recent market trends, pursued ongoing education in Personal Brand Photography, where I honed my skills in imagery to convey a brand story. An illustration of my photography skills can be viewed at socialmontage.com. Artfully engaged in freelance photography for families, newborns and graduates for the past ten years. Inspired by recent market trends, pursued ongoing education in Personal Brand Photography, where I honed my skills in imagery to convey a brand story. An illustration of my photography skills can be viewed at socialmontage.com.



Creative Memories

• Photography
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Product Marketing Assistant Manager

  • Jan 2011 - Jan 2012

  Collaborated on a cross-functional team to innovate and source product solutions for the direct selling company’s flagship product line, the Album Category. Collaborated with Social Media team to develop content strategies to drive category initiatives and product promotions. Supported product category objectives through recommendations for communication plans and product promotions. Ensured promotional margins, forecasts and metrics were met. Coordinated website and print catalogue content for quarterly product launches. Presented promotional plans and product launch information to Consultant Programs and Digital Business Development that addressed the Consultant Kit, training, events and host programs. Coordinated the development of product packaging, content and artwork under established deadlines. Show less

• International Product Marketing Specialist

  • Jun 2008 - Jan 2011

  Liaison to global marketing leaders for five overseas divisions in the areas of product development, product forecasting, and promotional support. Enhanced communications with market leaders by developing and maintaining a global product Sharepoint website, leading to efficiencies in the launch planning process. Collaborated with cross functional teams for communication, product and information sharing. Identified planning gaps in the International product launch planning process; proposed ideas and concepts to drive market success. Coordinated product development and marketing for exclusive international products. Show less



General Growth Properties

• Marketing Manager

  • Aug 2006 - Jun 2008

  Managed public relations and developed marketing materials to promote marketing programs and events. Cultivated positive business partnerships with local media and the community to produce sales generating events for the largest shopping center in outstate Minnesota. Developed annual marketing plans. Coordinated and implemented corporate and local marketing initiatives. Managed a $260,000 marketing budget; analyzed monthly sales reports. Supervised the Customer Service Center and staff members; managed a $1.6 million gift card program. Maintained tenant relations and communications with 90-100 retailers, including five Anchor stores and an array of specialty retailers. Facilitated and presented at quarterly retailer meetings. Secured funds for local sponsorships and implemented programs to generate alternative revenue. Show less



Cargill, Strategy & Business Development

• Recruiting Assistant

  • Feb 2005 - Aug 2006

  Built and maintained relationships with MBA school administrators and students. Assisted recruitment strategies for MBA schools and SBD’s global offices; provided onboarding support. Coordinated on campus recruiting events at MBA schools and national career fairs, including campus presentations and trade show logistics to source candidates for a post-graduate leadership development program. Coordinated production of department brochure, posters, and flyers with an outsourced ad agency. Managed and maintained online candidate database. Processed offer letters and acceptance packages. Prepared recruiting budget and expense reports. Show less



Taylor Corporation

• United States
• Printing Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Marketing Specialist

  • Sep 2002 - Aug 2004

  Managed multiple direct mail catalog brands, facilitated product selection, development & design production process across various teams, managed content and design updates on corresponding websites. Coordinated with in-house design team to produce advertisements positioned in nationally distributed magazines, email campaigns, brochures, flyers and promotional materials for direct mail brands. Prepared annual marketing plans and budgets. Established product pricing and merchandising. Developed and implemented marketing strategies to define each brand and build market niche. Performed market research, analyzed sales, advised product discontinuations and product additions. Show less