Lisa Luokkala
Executive Director at Superior Hiking Trail Association- Claim this Profile
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Anna Tennis
Lisa is a diligent and committed advocate for smart development and grassroots policy formulation. She is approachable and astute, capable of rapidly assimilating complex dynamics and translating them into common-sense recommendations delivered in a language all stakeholders understand.
Elizabeth Ellis
Lisa is detailed oriented, creative and has an excellent track record of cultivating donor-centric relationships resulting in major gift donations. Lisa is skilled at cultivating and managing donors at the highest levels and takes initiative in fund-raising efforts, applying a multifaceted approach that includes individual donor cultivation, annual appeals, solicitation of corporate/foundation support, special event planning, stewardship, and retention goals. Lisa is passionate and motivated by the Girl Scouts mission of empowering young women, and is committed to finding new, creative and sustaining opportunities to support the organization’s goals. Looking for a detail oriented, results driven and experienced professional Development Manager?… you’ve found her!
Anna Tennis
Lisa is a diligent and committed advocate for smart development and grassroots policy formulation. She is approachable and astute, capable of rapidly assimilating complex dynamics and translating them into common-sense recommendations delivered in a language all stakeholders understand.
Elizabeth Ellis
Lisa is detailed oriented, creative and has an excellent track record of cultivating donor-centric relationships resulting in major gift donations. Lisa is skilled at cultivating and managing donors at the highest levels and takes initiative in fund-raising efforts, applying a multifaceted approach that includes individual donor cultivation, annual appeals, solicitation of corporate/foundation support, special event planning, stewardship, and retention goals. Lisa is passionate and motivated by the Girl Scouts mission of empowering young women, and is committed to finding new, creative and sustaining opportunities to support the organization’s goals. Looking for a detail oriented, results driven and experienced professional Development Manager?… you’ve found her!
Anna Tennis
Lisa is a diligent and committed advocate for smart development and grassroots policy formulation. She is approachable and astute, capable of rapidly assimilating complex dynamics and translating them into common-sense recommendations delivered in a language all stakeholders understand.
Elizabeth Ellis
Lisa is detailed oriented, creative and has an excellent track record of cultivating donor-centric relationships resulting in major gift donations. Lisa is skilled at cultivating and managing donors at the highest levels and takes initiative in fund-raising efforts, applying a multifaceted approach that includes individual donor cultivation, annual appeals, solicitation of corporate/foundation support, special event planning, stewardship, and retention goals. Lisa is passionate and motivated by the Girl Scouts mission of empowering young women, and is committed to finding new, creative and sustaining opportunities to support the organization’s goals. Looking for a detail oriented, results driven and experienced professional Development Manager?… you’ve found her!
Anna Tennis
Lisa is a diligent and committed advocate for smart development and grassroots policy formulation. She is approachable and astute, capable of rapidly assimilating complex dynamics and translating them into common-sense recommendations delivered in a language all stakeholders understand.
Elizabeth Ellis
Lisa is detailed oriented, creative and has an excellent track record of cultivating donor-centric relationships resulting in major gift donations. Lisa is skilled at cultivating and managing donors at the highest levels and takes initiative in fund-raising efforts, applying a multifaceted approach that includes individual donor cultivation, annual appeals, solicitation of corporate/foundation support, special event planning, stewardship, and retention goals. Lisa is passionate and motivated by the Girl Scouts mission of empowering young women, and is committed to finding new, creative and sustaining opportunities to support the organization’s goals. Looking for a detail oriented, results driven and experienced professional Development Manager?… you’ve found her!
Experience
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Superior Hiking Trail Association
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United States
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Recreational Facilities
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Director
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Aug 2020 - Present
The Executive Director is responsible for the planning, organizing, staffing, motivating, directing, and management of the Superior Hiking Trail Association (SHTA), a Minnesota nonprofit dedicated to constructing, maintaining, and promoting a world-class 310-mile natural surface trail paralleling Lake Superior from Wisconsin to Ontario. The 5,000 plus member organization has a staff of seven and an active 350+ member volunteer group, including the SHTA Board of Directors. Core competencies include: 1. Strategic and operational planning 2. Staff management and coaching 3. Board of Directors communication and support 4. Fundraising (grant writing, membership, events, planned giving) 5. Financial Management 6. Partner relations (SHTA works with over public and private 200 landowners) 7. Trail management and capital improvements (300 miles of Trail, 94 campsites, 60 trailheads) 8. Oversight of public education and outreach 9. Oversight of publications and retails sales Show less
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City of Duluth
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Government Administration
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200 - 300 Employee
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Senior Parks Planner
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Mar 2015 - Jul 2020
Co-lead and manage the planning of 28 outdoor recreation infrastructure projects that make up the City of Duluth's $18 million investment in St. Louis River Corridor Initiative. Co-lead and manage the planning of 28 outdoor recreation infrastructure projects that make up the City of Duluth's $18 million investment in St. Louis River Corridor Initiative.
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Healthy Duluth Area Coalition
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222 East Superior Street, Suite 318
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Director
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May 2011 - Mar 2015
The Healthy Duluth (HDAC) is focused on revolutionizing community health by using policy and environmental changes that create sustainable opportunities for healthy eating and physical activity. The Healthy Duluth (HDAC) is focused on revolutionizing community health by using policy and environmental changes that create sustainable opportunities for healthy eating and physical activity.
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Development Project Manager
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Oct 2008 - Apr 2011
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Blandin Foundation
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United States
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Philanthropic Fundraising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Public Policy Engagement Intern
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Jun 2008 - Aug 2008
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Policy & Planning Intern
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Feb 2008 - Jul 2008
Reseach, progressive movement mapping, public policy Reseach, progressive movement mapping, public policy
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Blueprint Associate
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Oct 2006 - May 2008
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Master of Advocacy and Political Leadership
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Duluth, Minnesota Area
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student
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2006 - 2008
University of Minnesota Duluth - Masters of Advocacy and Political Leadership - concentration in Community Development University of Minnesota Duluth - Masters of Advocacy and Political Leadership - concentration in Community Development
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Education
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2006 - 2008
University of Minnesota Duluth
Masters, Advocacy and Political Leadership -
1998 - 2003
Eastern Michigan University
B.A., Travel and Tourism -
2001 - 2001
University of Groningen
Dutch Studies
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