Meredith Hoverman
Development Officer at The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art- Claim this Profile
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Antonio Blanco
Meri is an extremely thoughtful and empathetic team member in a work environment. She is proactive about developing inclusive systems and programs that allow for all members of a team to utilize their strengths while simultaneously having a vital role in helping the broader team to reaching their annual goals.
Nancy O'Neill McHugh
I had the great pleasure to work with Meri over a number of years on a large and complex project, building a harmonious community from dozens of entrenched local alumnae affinity groups. It sounds easy, but it wasn't. The work was difficult, coaxing long-established and culturally distinct networks out of their silos, to acknowledge their commonalities and to work together for a shared outcome. Meri's unique abilities to seek out, listen to, understand, respect and balance a multitude of competing perspectives were crucial for success in a very politically-charged context. Meri has a naturally positive demeanour, emotional maturity and adept understanding of group structures and dynamics, so she was able to approach the project intuitively and holistically. Several times, she was able to rise above the politics and keep the project moving forward. The innovative community structure (complete with enhanced administrative support) that Meri derived was a welcome departure from tradition. It was very well-received and is still referred to as 'The Meri Model' years later. I would be delighted to work on a team with Meri again.
Antonio Blanco
Meri is an extremely thoughtful and empathetic team member in a work environment. She is proactive about developing inclusive systems and programs that allow for all members of a team to utilize their strengths while simultaneously having a vital role in helping the broader team to reaching their annual goals.
Nancy O'Neill McHugh
I had the great pleasure to work with Meri over a number of years on a large and complex project, building a harmonious community from dozens of entrenched local alumnae affinity groups. It sounds easy, but it wasn't. The work was difficult, coaxing long-established and culturally distinct networks out of their silos, to acknowledge their commonalities and to work together for a shared outcome. Meri's unique abilities to seek out, listen to, understand, respect and balance a multitude of competing perspectives were crucial for success in a very politically-charged context. Meri has a naturally positive demeanour, emotional maturity and adept understanding of group structures and dynamics, so she was able to approach the project intuitively and holistically. Several times, she was able to rise above the politics and keep the project moving forward. The innovative community structure (complete with enhanced administrative support) that Meri derived was a welcome departure from tradition. It was very well-received and is still referred to as 'The Meri Model' years later. I would be delighted to work on a team with Meri again.
Antonio Blanco
Meri is an extremely thoughtful and empathetic team member in a work environment. She is proactive about developing inclusive systems and programs that allow for all members of a team to utilize their strengths while simultaneously having a vital role in helping the broader team to reaching their annual goals.
Nancy O'Neill McHugh
I had the great pleasure to work with Meri over a number of years on a large and complex project, building a harmonious community from dozens of entrenched local alumnae affinity groups. It sounds easy, but it wasn't. The work was difficult, coaxing long-established and culturally distinct networks out of their silos, to acknowledge their commonalities and to work together for a shared outcome. Meri's unique abilities to seek out, listen to, understand, respect and balance a multitude of competing perspectives were crucial for success in a very politically-charged context. Meri has a naturally positive demeanour, emotional maturity and adept understanding of group structures and dynamics, so she was able to approach the project intuitively and holistically. Several times, she was able to rise above the politics and keep the project moving forward. The innovative community structure (complete with enhanced administrative support) that Meri derived was a welcome departure from tradition. It was very well-received and is still referred to as 'The Meri Model' years later. I would be delighted to work on a team with Meri again.
Antonio Blanco
Meri is an extremely thoughtful and empathetic team member in a work environment. She is proactive about developing inclusive systems and programs that allow for all members of a team to utilize their strengths while simultaneously having a vital role in helping the broader team to reaching their annual goals.
Nancy O'Neill McHugh
I had the great pleasure to work with Meri over a number of years on a large and complex project, building a harmonious community from dozens of entrenched local alumnae affinity groups. It sounds easy, but it wasn't. The work was difficult, coaxing long-established and culturally distinct networks out of their silos, to acknowledge their commonalities and to work together for a shared outcome. Meri's unique abilities to seek out, listen to, understand, respect and balance a multitude of competing perspectives were crucial for success in a very politically-charged context. Meri has a naturally positive demeanour, emotional maturity and adept understanding of group structures and dynamics, so she was able to approach the project intuitively and holistically. Several times, she was able to rise above the politics and keep the project moving forward. The innovative community structure (complete with enhanced administrative support) that Meri derived was a welcome departure from tradition. It was very well-received and is still referred to as 'The Meri Model' years later. I would be delighted to work on a team with Meri again.
Experience
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The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Development Officer
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Apr 2022 - Present
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Lander~Grinspoon Academy
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United States
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Interim Executive Director
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Jan 2021 - Aug 2021
I was honored to serve as the Interim ED for LGA, allowing the school the time to conduct a full search for a new permanent ED. In the interim, I worked hand-in-hand with the board, Principal and staff to re-open the school for in-person learning, oversaw operations, marketing and fundraising as well as continuing partnerships with local Jewish leaders and organizations. I was honored to serve as the Interim ED for LGA, allowing the school the time to conduct a full search for a new permanent ED. In the interim, I worked hand-in-hand with the board, Principal and staff to re-open the school for in-person learning, oversaw operations, marketing and fundraising as well as continuing partnerships with local Jewish leaders and organizations.
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Amherst College
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Associate Director of the Amherst Fund
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Jan 2015 - Jan 2020
Oversaw fundraising for 19 alumni classes, in and out of reunion years, raising approximately $5m annually toward the Amherst Fund's $10.5m goal. Partnered closely with colleagues throughout Advancement and campus, and approximately 100 leadership alumni volunteers, to highly customize all of the fundraising outreach and strategy for those classes. Oversaw fundraising for 19 alumni classes, in and out of reunion years, raising approximately $5m annually toward the Amherst Fund's $10.5m goal. Partnered closely with colleagues throughout Advancement and campus, and approximately 100 leadership alumni volunteers, to highly customize all of the fundraising outreach and strategy for those classes.
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Assistant Director, Alumnae Engagement
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Feb 2006 - Jan 2015
Worked with alumnae clubs and volunteers around the world to increase alumnae engagement, which included developing regional programming (in the U.S., Europe and Asia), faculty speaker programs, board development and leadership training.
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Assistant Director, Smith Fund
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Jan 2005 - Jan 2006
Major Gift and reunion fundraising
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Reunion Student Worker Manager/Presidential Asia Trip Coordinator
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Jan 2003 - Dec 2004
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National Evaluation Systems
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United States
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Executive Offices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Test Administration Coordinator
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Jan 2000 - Dec 2002
Managed administration of teacher certification tests in 6 states across the United States. Managed administration of teacher certification tests in 6 states across the United States.
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Collaborative for Educational Services
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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200 - 300 Employee
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Assistant Teacher
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1999 - 2000
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McDaniel College
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Residence Life Area Coordinator
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1998 - 1999
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Special Education Teacher
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1996 - 1998
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Education
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1991 - 1995
Gettysburg College
B.A., Philosophy
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