Experience

Library Foundation of Jacksonville

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

• Director of Annual Giving and Donor Services

  • Feb 2022 - Present

  Under the supervision of the Foundation Executive Director and Chief Development Officer, the Director of Annual Giving and Donor Services will assist in executing a community-wide development program to secure support from past donors and identify, cultivate and solicit individual prospective donors as well as corporate and foundation supporters in support of the annual fund of the Foundation. The Director of Annual Giving and Donor Services will also oversee the donor database, gift processing, the portal for the board of directors, and any other special projects assigned by the Executive Director. The Director of Annual Giving and Donor Services will be an eager fundraiser who brings energy, creativity and professionalism to the effort of securing philanthropic support for and awareness of the Library Foundation of Jacksonville and, ultimately, the Jacksonville Public Library. Show less



YMCA of Florida's First Coast

• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Donor Relations Specialist

  • Jan 2020 - Present

  The Donor Relations Specialist plays a key and integral role in the success of the Financial Development Team supporting the First Coast YMCA’s donor relations, stewardship and donor communications activities. A member of a highly collaborative and supportive team, this is and has been an excellent opportunity for professional growth in the field of nonprofit fundraising while making a real difference in our community. Essential Functions: • Develop and execute donor communications plan with oversight from Director. • Execute and track donor stewardship phone calls and mailings during Annual Campaign. • Maintain digital donor recognition programming at YMCA branches. • Keep and track Capital Campaign donor preferences and stewardship for specific projects. • Execute gift processing and gift acknowledgement for the association. • Manage direct mail campaigns for the association. • Conduct donor reporting for the association. • Assist in event planning for fundraising activities and events of Donor Relations Department and YMCA branches. • Other related duties, as assigned. •Fund Development Liaison to Y branches to support an ensure they’re meeting their Annual Campaign goals. Show less



YMCA of Greater Cleveland

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Executive Assistant to the President and Chief Executive Officer

  • Jan 2014 - Aug 2019

  PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES: •Provide high-level executive support to the President and Chief Executive Officer which include but are not limited to operating as the “gatekeeper” for direct and indirect access to the executive’s time and office. •Manages all communication. Performs all initial triage of information and scheduling requests for President and CEO including: assessment of the importance/priority of requests, coordination of meetings between relevant parties, and collection/distribution of follow-up/advance materials •Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors and its (8) standing committees for strategic and administrative matters; organize and plan meetings/retreats, preparing meeting notifications, agendas and associated materials, compose minutes and assist with new Board member recruitment, orientation and onboarding. •Oversee and manage the CEO’s complex schedule, coordinating and confirming meetings, appointments and community-related events, handling logistics, compose, edit and proofread correspondence, reports and memos, manage communication via telephone, email and interface engagements, etc. •Spearhead and assists the President/CEO and Chief Development Officer in the successful planning and execution of fundraising opportunities, events and activities •Calendar maintenance for C-Suite; schedule and facilitate meeting requests, prepare and distribute communications; coordinate preparation for meetings as required. •Manage and prepare conference, training and meeting registration, as well as coordinate multifaceted and detailed domestic and international travel logistics, itineraries, appointments, locations and ground transportation. • Monitor and track payroll time and attendance i.e. vacation, personal and sick time for C-Suite Executives and other CEO direct reports • Reconcile monthly credit card statements and related expenses, prepare expense reports, and check requests, reimbursements to acquire approvals. Show less



THE WORD CHURCH

• Religious Institutions

• Executive Assistant to Chief of Staff/Chief Financial Officer

  • Aug 2010 - Oct 2013

  •Provided high-level administrative support to the CoS/CFO and CEO, acutely ascertaining needs and anticipating wants, in effect saving executives valuable time and energy •Managed complex personal and professional schedules with careful diligence, making certain executives never miss an appointment nor are ever unprepared for a meeting•Served as key contact and communications facilitator to several prominent businesses/organizations in the Cleveland area •Served as primary liaison to administrative staff, ensuring timely and accurate distribution of information pertinent to the organization•Spearheaded, prioritized, and managed multiple projects simultaneously, keeping team members on schedule to meet deadlines through thorough follow-up processes •Frequently prepared national and global travel itineraries, coordinating flights and hotels to make sure CEO travels comfortably, cost-effectively, and in the shortest time possible, alleviating stress often associated with trip planning•Defined graphic design workflow, synthesizing communication between departments, establishing streamlined and easy-to-follow protocols to standardize and improve marketing materials for events, programs, and sermon series•Direct human resource department, conduct new hire screenings, select suitable candidates for interviews, document and manage employee benefits, and empower staff with educational resources, financial tools, and specialized training by organizing staff professional days•Research requirements for securing celebrity artists for major events and subsequently galvanizing a team of volunteers to serve in various capacities for said eventso Often the initial point of contact, liaise proficiently and personably with well-known industry figures including Kirk Franklin, Tye Tribbett, CeCe Winans, Marvin Winans, Marvin Sapp, Byron Cage, and Smokie Norful, among others, professionally representing the company and providing a solid first (and last) impression Show less

• Executive Assistant to CEO/Senior Pastor

  • Aug 2008 - Aug 2010

  •Ensured efficient and professional operation of office; exercise discretion and diplomacy at all times and make administrative decisions on behalf of the CEO •Formulated, implemented, and administered operational policies, methods, and procedures •Performed general administrative functions i.e. screen incoming telephone calls or inquiries, maintaining files, review and prioritize internal/external mail as requested •Managed complex calendaring and scheduling requirements •Coordinated and engage proactively with leadership in planning and organizing events, activities and calendars•Coordinated travel arrangements, meeting/conference arrangements, and appointments as needed.•Compiled, composed and coordinated written correspondence/materials•Effectively communicated orally and in writing •Established and maintained effective and cooperative working relationships with personnel, vendors, members and the public Show less



Citizens of Cuyahoga County Ombudsman Office

• Administrative Assistant

  • May 2004 - Aug 2008

  •Enhanced the productivity of the Executive Director by prioritizing objectives and obligations in tandem with organizational goals *Interpreted key financial information to assist with budget preparation, formulate expense reports, and manage database •Completed Fiscal Year Funding Renewal Application and researched other funding sources—tasks integral to the sustainability of the organization •Oversaw interdepartmental budget fidelity and conformity; exercised autonomy over decisions regarding resource allocation; introduced and preserved bookkeeping system in accordance with best practices Show less