Experience

United Way of the Bluegrass

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director, Corporate Engagement

  • Apr 2020 - Present



Kentucky State Parks Foundation

• Lexington, Kentucky Area

• President

  • May 2013 - Present

  Responsible for programs, partnerships, management, and fulfillment of the organization’s mission, goals and financial objectives. Partner with the Board to develop an annual plan and 3-year Strategic Plan. Foster positive, open communication to raise the profile of KSPF and create broader awareness of resources, needs and issues. Identify and cultivate relationships with existing and potential donors, foundations, businesses, partners and others. Expand revenues through fundraising to meet the needs of the organization and other Board directives. Develop and submit an annual budget for Board approval. Educate and advocate on behalf of the KSPF and Kentucky State Parks with key community and statewide leaders and stakeholders. Show less



United Way of the Bluegrass

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Officer, Corporate Engagement

  • Sep 2007 - Jun 2013

  About United Way of the Bluegrass United Way of the Bluegrass (UWBG) works to create the opportunity for all members of our community to have a better life. We focus on the building blocks of a good life — a quality education, financial stability for individuals and families, and good health. The work of UWBG focuses on strategic initiatives, public education, advocacy, outcomes and evaluation, development and strengthening of partnerships/collaborations, convening, resource mobilization and investment as well as backbone and engagement strategies and activities. We bring together the voices, the expertise, and the resources to define, articulate and implement a common agenda for change for our region. That is what it means to "Live United" in Central Kentucky. POSITION The Development Officer, Corporate Engagement (DOCE) is charged with growing and strengthening United Way of the Bluegrass relationships with a select group of organizations and employee market segments within those organizations. The position’s objectives are to maximize giving growth through a concerted effort to establish and grow meaningful relationships with company leadership, key influencers / stakeholders and priority donors in order to retain and grow our current donor base and develop new business and new donor relationships. The DOCE is responsible for creating and executing the short- and long-term account plans for each organization to realize substantial revenue growth. This outward facing role requires the candidate to be a leader who has the demonstrated ability to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships. Show less



Boyle County Schools

• High School teacher

  • Jul 2004 - May 2007