Experience

Conscious Capitalism - Chicago Chapter

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chapter Administrator

  • Oct 2022 - Present



Private Directors Association®

• United States
• Executive Offices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Assistant

  • Jan 2021 - Present



Theatre Under The Stars

• United States
• Performing Arts
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Manager of Special Events

  • Jul 2019 - Apr 2020

  Responsible for the management and production of all special event fundraisers for Theatre Under The Stars by providing leadership and expertise to insure all fundraising special events reach or exceed income goals, are professionally executed, and uphold the mission, vision, and values of the organization. -Managed all aspects of TUTS three fundraising events -Worked with key members of TUTS development staff to cultivate and secure event underwriters and in-kind donors to raise the budgeted contributed income for each event -Established and managed a budget for each fundraising event and provided strategic planning (scale of gifts) and oversight for fundraising to event chairs -Managed all event logistics, contracts and vendors including catering, décor, entertainment and staffing -Managed and provided leadership to event chairpersons, volunteer committees and other event staff lead positions -Cultivated special event donors and prospects through TUTS Development events -Handled all special event stewardship such a sponsor and auction benefit fulfillment, the handling of donations and acknowledgment letters in a timely manner -Collaborated with the Marketing team to produce all special event materials, both printed and online, created marketing plan and explored additional opportunities at the Hobby Center -Prepared special event reports, including financial updates, for Development Committee and Board of Directors, and worked closely with the finance department Show less



Michigan Theater Foundation

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Towsley Society Coordinator

  • Apr 2017 - Jul 2019

  -Develop and implement annual plan to cultivate new donors, reach goals and serve donor needs -Manage donor events related to the Towsley Society donor group (260 members) including four annual social events and two major fundraising events each fall following the Benevon Model to expand membership at the level of $1000 a year and above-Plan all aspects of the fall events including script writing, speaker selection and collaborate with teams across multiple departments to create a superb donor experience-Analyze financial data and create end of fiscal year reports for donor events-Manage budget and control expenses to effectively exceed revenue budget (120% in 2017, 110% in 2018) during a capital campaign that targets the same donor group-Thoughtfully provide a high-touch experience whenever possible-Organize 8-12 tours each year as cultivation events that create opportunities for members and prospects to connect with the theaters and their mission Show less

• Development Coordinator

  • Jan 2016 - Jan 2019

  -Supported the State and Michigan Project Campaign ($8.5 million) activities including planning and executing private home cultivation events, donor recognition and media events-Planned and managed all donor appreciation events (7 in total) for the Grand Re-opening of the State Theatre over 3 days for our 900+ donors to the campaign divided into 4 levels of recognition, acquired and distributed recognition gifts, worked closely with volunteer coordinator to organize 60 volunteers and collaborated with all departments of the organization to create memorable experiences for the donors-Assisted grants team in multiple grant applications, wrote annual report for children’s theater grant provider-Collaborated with local schools annually to distribute free tickets to under served populations to attend our children’s theater performances, also grew the community outreach portion of the grant award recipients by 700%-Managed all private donor recognition and events for the annual Cinetopia Film Festival, provided support for all sponsor recognition in association with the festival along with other duties as needed by the festival team including writing pre-film announcement scripts for 55 films-Provided development team support as needed for sponsor benefits through Agile Ticketing-Managed additional events for the theaters: director receptions, donor appreciation dinners, special member events and donor bus trips-Planned and executed luxury concert experiences for our Backstage Club (50 members) for 6 live events each season-Supported development team in sponsorship role as needed due to staff changes and created communication tools to assist all departments with event planning Show less

• Development Assistant

  • Mar 2015 - May 2017

  -Executed and tracked sponsor recognition as requested by the Director of Sponsorship, provided schedules and coordinated all sponsor recognition across multiple departments-Prepared wrap meeting materials for annual and Cinetopia Film Festival corporate sponsors-Worked with Donor Perfect to update donor profiles and track participation-Managed administrative functions for the Director of Sponsorship and Chief Development Officer such as calendar management, meeting scheduling and agendas, donor correspondence, donor research and other duties as assigned-Assisted with donor recognition events and live events at the theater as needed Show less



Aldworth Consulting

• Northville, MI

• Independent Consultant

  • Jan 2012 - Mar 2015

  -Independent contractor for Cloud Education creating online training video courses -Event Coordinator for Tri-Town YMCA for 3 fundraising events -Event Coordinator for special events at Glenbard East High School: Managed the Red & Black Ball dinner/dance/auction event in 2012 (280 guests) and co-chaired the event in 2013 (345 guests), 2014 (350 guests), and 2015 (350 guests). -Independent contractor for Cloud Education creating online training video courses -Event Coordinator for Tri-Town YMCA for 3 fundraising events -Event Coordinator for special events at Glenbard East High School: Managed the Red & Black Ball dinner/dance/auction event in 2012 (280 guests) and co-chaired the event in 2013 (345 guests), 2014 (350 guests), and 2015 (350 guests).



YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Community Relations Manager, Brand Advocate

  • May 2013 - Oct 2014

  Responsibilities included execution of all special events and fundraising activities (golf outing, annual dinner), donor relations, donor recognition, social media, database management, development, website maintenance, volunteer management, Annual Support Campaign, grant compliance, publicity, and the creation of printed materials. Responsibilities included execution of all special events and fundraising activities (golf outing, annual dinner), donor relations, donor recognition, social media, database management, development, website maintenance, volunteer management, Annual Support Campaign, grant compliance, publicity, and the creation of printed materials.



Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra

• United States
• Musicians
• 1 - 100 Employee

• VP Special Events, Board Member

  • Jun 2006 - Feb 2012

  -Planned and managed 6 annual black tie dinner/auction events to raise funds for their education programs -Managed a team of volunteers to acquire all donations and prepare the venue -Conceived and managed 4 annual spring fashion show/luncheon fundraising events -Planned and managed 6 annual black tie dinner/auction events to raise funds for their education programs -Managed a team of volunteers to acquire all donations and prepare the venue -Conceived and managed 4 annual spring fashion show/luncheon fundraising events



Trinity Health

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Decorations Coordinator

  • Dec 2005 - Dec 2011

  -Volunteer decorator for the annual Holiday Ball for 7 years, event was attended by 950 guests in 2012 -Lead Lounge Decorator in 2012 -Volunteer decorator for the annual Holiday Ball for 7 years, event was attended by 950 guests in 2012 -Lead Lounge Decorator in 2012