Allison Pedley
Reno,NV
Summary
Results-oriented executive leader with a proven track record at Truckee Trails Foundation, Inc., driving over $1.5 million in successful grants and fostering community engagement. Expert in fundraising and budget management, while cultivating collaborative partnerships and advocating for impactful policy changes. Committed to creating an inclusive work culture that enhances team morale and retention.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Truckee Trails Foundation, Inc.
05.2010 - Current
- Working closely with the Board of Directors, plan, implement and manage organizational strategies including over $1.5 million in successful grant applications and $712,000 in administered service contracts, allowing for new trail projects and programs that address unmet community needs.
- Oversee TTF’s financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability of the organization. This includes overseeing the 35-fold increase in unrestricted funding from $6,600 in 2009 to $213,000 in 2024. Also work diligently on strong relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and organization support.
- Maximize donor satisfaction and retention through successful fundraising campaigns, major donor cultivation, personalized acknowledgments, and thorough attention to CRM.
- Foster a culture of collaboration and inclusion to ensure strong morale and reduce turnover by encouraging efforts within the organization to create a more cooperative and safe work environment.
- Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, introducing regular feedback mechanisms for staff and volunteers, and offering opportunities for extensive training and advancement.
- Ensure strong collaboration with key stakeholders to expand TTF's reach and influence.
- Advocate for policy changes at local, state, and national levels to further support the goals and objectives of the Truckee community. This includes a local sales tax measures for trail funding.
- Give presentations at local and state-wide conferences, showcasing regional strategies.
Associate
Ross & Associates Environmental Consulting
03.1996 - 12.2003
- Played an integral role in launching and managing projects by coordinating tasks among team members while adhering closely to established timelines and budgets.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key clients (primarily at the National Environmental Protection Agency) to ensure high levels of satisfaction.
- Projects included work on innovative pollution prevention strategies for both air and water quality as well as a binational toxics strategy.
- Co-authored an article: "Smart Permitting for Operational and Environmental Results," Corporate Environmental Strategy. Vol. 7, No. 2, 2000.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Washington
Seattle, WAMaster of Public Administration - Public Policy Administration
University of Vermont
Burlington, VTSkills
- Community engagement & leadership
- Program development & management
- Donor engagement strategies
- Fundraising/grant writing expertise
- Budget development & management
- Personnel oversight
- Collaborative partnership building
- Board support
- Publication layout and content design
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Regulatory compliance/permitting expertise
- Public speaking
Awards
- Received 2024 Award from Truckee Mayor David Polivy for TTF's service to the community
- Received 2022 Proclamation from Mayor Henderson of Truckee for TTF's service to thecommunity
- TTF received 2022 Truckee Stewardship Award from the Truckee Chamber of Commerce
Timeline
Executive Director
Truckee Trails Foundation, Inc.
05.2010 - Current
Associate
Ross & Associates Environmental Consulting
03.1996 - 12.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Washington
Master of Public Administration - Public Policy Administration
University of Vermont
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