Experience

Junior Achievement of Greater Kansas City

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

• Director of Development and Stewardship

  • Jan 2022 - Present



University Health KC

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of Philanthropy

  • Apr 2016 - Jan 2022



Saint Luke's Health System

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Development Associate

  • Apr 2012 - Mar 2016

  -Identify new donor relationships (individual and corporate) for Saint Luke's East Hospital (SLEH) through prospect research and community development -Solicit and cultivate new and existing donor relationships (individual and corporate) for SLEH-Plan, coordinate and execute development activities in order to meet funding timeline and achieve annual funding goals-Plan, coordinate and execute SLEH's annual fundraising major event,Boo Ball-Work with creative team to produce all fundraising materials/event marketing materials-Work with a wide variety of vendors to execute events for SLEH-Oversee programming for SLEH Advisory Groups-Utilize software such as Raiser's Edge, Wealth Engine, Greater Giving and Microsoft Suite -Stewardship of SLEH donor base

• Patient Advocate

  • Sep 2011 - Jan 2014

  As a Patient Advocate, we act as a liaison between patients, their families and the hospital. We address patient concerns in a timely manner and assist them in getting the answers and help they need. We participate in enhancing the patient's experience by being available to answer questions or assist with any non-clinical aspects of the patient's stay. We attend area Chapter meetings were we discuss new models for patient satisfaction and explore resources available to improve the patient's experience.



Savannah R3 School District

• 5th Grade Teacher

  • Aug 2007 - Aug 2008

  As an educator I: Designed lesson plans based on the Missouri Grade Level expectationsManaged my classroom in a way that was beneficial and effective for each student and followed the vision of the school districtImplemented lessons that were designed to reach each learner, taking in to account the different learning stylesImplemented accommodations and modifications as neededImplemented the use of technology in to the classroom by utilizing the SMART board as well as using the student's desktop computers. Attended E-Mints training on a monthly basisAttended staff meetings regularly to learn about new curriculum and learning initiatives. Collaborated with fellow teachers to exchange ideas.Communicated regularly with parents about student progress.