Experience

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  Irish Cultural Centre of New England

  • Executive Director

    • 2012 - 2014

    Leader of the largest Irish cultural organization in New England. Responsible for development and implementation of cultural programming at the 46 acre campus, promotion and execution of all fundraising, membership and educational activities/events, daily operations of pub and restaurant, and facility maintenance and improvements. Currently in the needs assessment stage of an $8 million capital campaign to establish endowment for programming and additional facility enhancements; recently secured $1 million gift to eliminate current debt/mortgage and undertake capital improvements.• Initiated and maintained a fiscal year net surplus for Centre’s operations reversing a four-year trend, doubled the profits from the Boston Irish Festival (New England’s largest festival), drastically improved independent auditor’s assessment of activities. • Expanded cultural programs and events by 23%. Introduced new programs in music, dance, language, history, sports, art exhibits and instruction, summer camps.• Engaged membership base, increased new memberships and renewals, expanded benefits and provided better communication with members.• Managed Board recruitment, training and development processes, to change Board profile and insure succession planning for future generations. • Increased and diversified social functions at Center’s onsite pub by 75%, also improving members’ usage and perception of the pub as a community based gathering place.

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  McTigue Solutions

  • President

    • 2009 - 2011

    Consulted for various businesses and nonprofits. Served as Interim Director during a transition at the Ford Hall Forum, a national public forum; developed marketing and management systems for start-up company; and established the governing structure and initiated the incorporation process for an internationally recognized sports organization.

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  The May Institute

  • Director of Development

    • 2008 - 2009

    Managed all aspects of newly formed department, including the creation, implementation coordination and leadership of a comprehensive plan for raising individual, corporate, and foundation funds for the May Institute and the National Autism Center, the nation's leading behavioral health care organization dedicated to providing services to over 25,000 children, adults and families coping with autism, brain injury and other disabilities Developed a comprehensive three-year fundraising plan which included plans for corporate and foundation support, annual appeals, special events, donor relations, capital gifts, and naming opportunities. Increased the database of active and potential donors, oversaw holiday & spring appeals, and initiated communications with business, political & community leaders. Developed donor acquisition strategy & stewardship processEstablished Business Partnership Councils in the Northeast and West Coast.Increased the visibility of the May Institute through new initiatives such as the MBTA Public Awareness campaign. Worked with MBTA officials and marketing firm to develop and implement campaign. Expand May Institute's funding through workplace giving by developing new affiliations with CFC and COMECC federations.

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  Boston Center for Adult Education

  • Executive Director

    • 1996 - 2006

    Provided leadership for this not-for-profit institution offering non-credit courses and educational events for over 13,000 adults annually. As the oldest and largest adult education program in New England, BCAE is nationally recognized as a leader in its field and known for creative programming, diversified events and venues; quality teaching; and an innovative approach to adult education. Managed 25 employees and 800 teachers, an annual budget of $3.5 million and a capital construction budget of $2 million. Established development office for annual giving, initiated capital campaign, increased board and general contributions by 500%. Restructured organization, professionalizing the human resources team with hiring and evaluation standards, improved employee communications, and compensation and benefits practices.Implemented new software systems to manage student registrations/payments, class scheduling and teacher feedback. Supervised renovation of main campus located in Boston's Back Bay. The capital improvement project upgraded classrooms and other spaces to address significant structural and cosmetic needs. Subsequent sale of building yielded $20M to eliminate all debt and fund an endowment to defray much of future operating costs. Created the Center for Non-profit Management at the BCAE which provided courses and networking opportunities for nonprofit managers.

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  Stand for Children Massachusetts

  • State Coordinator

    • 1994 - 1996

    Organized over 15,000 individuals from statewide groups to support national march in Washington D.C. highlighting the needs of children. Managed publicity, transportation, logistics and administrative matters.

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  Office of Campaign & Political Finance, Commonwealth of Mass

  • Executive Director

    • 1986 - 1993

    Supervised administration and enforcement of campaign finance laws for state, county and municipal elected officials and employees. Administered the public financing system for statewide campaigns, drafted related legislation, managed enforcement actions for violations, and worked closely with the Attorney General, the Executive Branch, and City/Town Clerks to achieve state mandates established for this six-year position. • Established professional audit department, standardized requests for information, and prioritized increasing audits’ efficiency. Reduced backlog of legal cases pending action by 60%.• Established public information division, including offering training for public agencies, elected officials, candidates and treasurers of political committees. Developed informational booklets, and designed and disseminated annual reports.

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  Institute of Politics

  • Director/ Assistant Director

    • 1983 - 1986

    Established as a memorial to the late President John F. Kennedy, The Institute of Politics’ mission is to unite and engage students with politicians, activists and policy makers in a non-partisan environment and to stimulate students’ interests in public service and leadership. Responsible for all aspects of the Institute’s finances, programming and fellows as Assistant Director and Director during an interim transition. • Managed all programming including selection, recruitment and placement of fellows, student study groups, speakers for forums and annual conferences during yearlong transition with former PA Governor Richard Thornburgh. • Supervised all administrative functions for the Institute, including finance, scheduling, staffing, logistics for conferences, publications, and the ARCO Forum (now the JFK Jr. Forum). • Coordinated month-long 20th Anniversary celebration of the founding of the Institute.

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  Office of Secretary of State, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

  • Director of Public Records / Chief of Staff

    • 1978 - 1983