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ALICIA NICOLE KLINE

Easton,PA

Summary

Highly versatile professional with a diverse background in marketing strategy, non-profit management, hospitality, and adventure tourism. Proven track record in leading successful marketing campaigns, launching and managing profitable businesses, and directing impactful non-profit organizations. Demonstrated ability to connect with diverse audiences, foster strategic partnerships, and drive organizational growth. Committed to making a positive impact in every role, with a particular passion for serving vulnerable populations and creating memorable customer experiences.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Marketing Strategy

Website Wannabe
09.2022 - 09.2024
  • Organized and streamlined operations, increasing efficiency and improving overall performance
  • Successfully implemented project management platforms, enhancing team collaboration and project execution
  • Designed proposals for clients, effectively communicating the value and benefits of services
  • Created engaging and compelling content for social media platforms and client websites, driving brand awareness and customer engagement
  • Conducted extensive research on various platforms to identify the most suitable solutions for clients, resulting in enhanced user experiences
  • Collaborated on the rebranding efforts of the company website, aligning it with the company's vision and values, and improving its visual appeal and functionality
  • Developed digital marketing assets including email and social media campaigns
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive marketing strategies for three internal businesses, resulting in increased brand awareness and lead generation
  • Managed client marketing initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and client goals
  • Conducted market research and competitor analysis to inform strategic decision-making
  • Fostered strong relationships with clients, providing regular updates and ensuring satisfaction with marketing efforts

Founder and Executive Director

Turn To Us, Inc.
03.2015 - 09.2022
  • Founded a grassroots non-profit to assist individuals and their families who are experiencing the impact of major or chronic illnesses
  • Completed and filed all required start-up documentation, created website, Facebook page, employee manual, and policy manual
  • Conducted interviews with clients and assess needs
  • Managed daily operations including but not limited to program delivery and evaluation, event coordination, volunteer management, expense management, and website maintenance
  • Collaborated with the fundraising team to organize and execute various events
  • Coordinated all network components to administer the program
  • Communicated regularly with referring and supporting agencies and actively participated in groups with social service agencies
  • Established all financial assistance, sensory-friendly, and emotional support programs
  • Designed and secured funding to open a sensory gym for children with autism and sensory processing disorder
  • Maintained records on network operations and clients
  • Provided reports and annual statistics for the Board of Directors and as required for funding sources
  • Represented Turn To Us to the public and media to increase awareness and promote the efforts of our mission
  • Served as a Certified Community Health Worker
  • Honored as the 2016 Young Professional of the Year for the Carbon County Chamber
  • Member of Carbon Chamber and Economic Development, Jim Thorpe Tourism Agency, and Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau

Owner and Manager

Mountain View Suites
01.2018 - 10.2019
  • Purchased and renovated a historic Bed and Breakfast, transforming it into a profitable business
  • Managed all aspects of the business, including operations, marketing, inventory, cleaning, and customer service
  • Developed partnerships with local businesses and tourist attractions to enhance guest experiences
  • Implemented a successful marketing strategy that increased occupancy rates and boosted online reviews
  • Oversaw financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
  • Ensured compliance with all local and state regulations, maintaining a high standard of safety and cleanliness
  • Member of Jim Thorpe Tourism Agency, Carbon County Chamber of Commerce, and Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau

Executive Director

Family Promise of Carbon County
05.2014 - 01.2015
  • Conducted intake interviews with prospective families; developed family plans with Case Manager; met with guests to monitor progress in securing housing, employment, job training, and entitlements; assisted guests with social service needs, referred them to other organizations as appropriate, advocated with agencies for guests as needed
  • Managed daily operations including but not limited to expense management, website maintenance, transportation coordination
  • Collaborated with the fundraising team to organize and execute various events
  • Coordinated all network components to administer the program Maintained regular contact with coordinators and other individuals at each host congregation as necessary
  • Communicated regularly with referring and supporting agencies and day center staff
  • Actively participated in groups with social service agencies
  • Implemented numerous programs such as a Back to Work Fund, Security Deposit Program to provide direct support to our guests
  • Actively promoted education to guests by coordinating in-house classes in an effort to better equip guests for when they are stepping out on their own financial Literacy, Parenting, Nutrition, Health, and Group Therapy
  • Increased money brought in, wrote grants, managed received grants, and stayed within the program budget
  • Maintained records on network operations and guest progress
  • Provided reports and annual statistics for the Board of Directors and as required for funding sources
  • Represented the Network to the public and media to increase awareness and promote the efforts of our mission
  • Re-energized 24 Host and Support Churches through weekly updates, monthly meetings, visiting churches, and personal phone calls
  • Responsible for hiring, training, and supervising staff and volunteers • Served on Board of Directors as Secretary and PR Chair from January 2013 to April 2014

Social Media and Sales Assistant

Pocono Whitewater and Skirmish USA
02.2011 - 09.2013
  • Created and executed social media campaigns on Facebook
  • Increased Facebook following by over 200%
  • Utilized Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Pinterest to promote events and market three companies
  • Posted shareable social media content daily
  • Performed sales and group sales
  • Assisted customers through the planning, reservation, and check-in process then followed up to ensure their experience was to our high standards

Staff Chemist - Technology Enable Synthesis Group, Purification Lab

Merck and Co., Inc
12.2007 - 04.2009
  • Worked as a team with the Medicinal Chemists to purify developmental compounds through the use of preparatory scale mass-directed LCMS
  • Verified purity of isolated compounds via analytical LCMS
  • Troubleshot all analytical instrumentation
  • Performed data management on computers interfaced with analytical instruments
  • Ensured proper removal of hazardous wastes from lab
  • Achieved high throughput of samples through multitasking

Trace Evidence Analyst - Criminalistics Unit

New Jersey State Police Office of Forensic Sciences
10.2003 - 12.2007
  • Examined physical evidence such as glass, gunshot residue, paint, fibers, and low explosives, recovered in connection with criminal activity using microscopic, chemical and instrumental methods
  • Utilized microscopes, XRF, XRD, SEM-EDX, FTIR, Microspectrophotometer, GRIMIII
  • Assisted with method development and validation of IC
  • Conducted research projects
  • Presented numerous presentations to Police Agencies, Investigative Agencies, colleagues, students, and scouts
  • Safety Officer for Trace Evidence Section
  • Worked in accordance with laboratory SOPs, Chain of Custody and ASCLD-LAB Standards

Senior Lab Support Specialist

National Medical Services
03.2003 - 10.2003
  • Utilized liquid-to-liquid and SPE to extract and analyze therapeutic drugs in human biological specimens by HPLC for clinical and forensic cases
  • Performed method validations, tabulated, and reviewed results
  • Batched and processed paperwork
  • Maintained instruments, prepared reagents, standards, and mobile phases
  • Worked in accordance with laboratory SOPs and Chain of Custody

Analytical and Quality Control

Sanofi Pasteur
08.2002 - 03.2003
  • Developed method and validation of HPLC and Nephelometry through various experiments and samples such as polysaccharides and finished dosage purified powders
  • Authored Standard Working Instructions for computer-generated data processing program
  • Determined distribution coefficients of samples by processing the data from both analytical instruments using the computer program

Chemist - Medicinal Chemistry

Merck and Co. Inc.
08.2001 - 08.2002
  • Designed, synthesized, and characterized immunodeficiency diseases and ion channel blockers
  • Utilized traditional and modern synthetic techniques for heterocyclic and organic synthesis for drug discovery
  • LCMS Administrator - in charge of maintenance and minor repairs
  • Presented progress at monthly group meetings

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Lycoming College
Williamsport, PA
01.2001

NonProfit Management Certificate -

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
06.2015

Community Health Worker Program -

EastCentral PA Area Health Education Center
Lehighton, PA
01.2018

COVID-19 Contract Tracing Course -

Johns Hopkins University
04.2021

Skills

  • Grant Writing
  • Budgeting
  • Events Management
  • Operations Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Partnership Building
  • Project Management
  • Entrepreneurial and Innovative
  • Goal Setting
  • Board Reporting
  • Creative Direction
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Tourism Promotion
  • Partnership development
  • Creative direction

References

References available upon request

Awards

Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Young Professional of the Year, 2016

Timeline

Director of Marketing Strategy

Website Wannabe
09.2022 - 09.2024

Owner and Manager

Mountain View Suites
01.2018 - 10.2019

Founder and Executive Director

Turn To Us, Inc.
03.2015 - 09.2022

Executive Director

Family Promise of Carbon County
05.2014 - 01.2015

Social Media and Sales Assistant

Pocono Whitewater and Skirmish USA
02.2011 - 09.2013

Staff Chemist - Technology Enable Synthesis Group, Purification Lab

Merck and Co., Inc
12.2007 - 04.2009

Trace Evidence Analyst - Criminalistics Unit

New Jersey State Police Office of Forensic Sciences
10.2003 - 12.2007

Senior Lab Support Specialist

National Medical Services
03.2003 - 10.2003

Analytical and Quality Control

Sanofi Pasteur
08.2002 - 03.2003

Chemist - Medicinal Chemistry

Merck and Co. Inc.
08.2001 - 08.2002

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Lycoming College

NonProfit Management Certificate -

Arizona State University

Community Health Worker Program -

EastCentral PA Area Health Education Center

COVID-19 Contract Tracing Course -

Johns Hopkins University
ALICIA NICOLE KLINE