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Alyssa Merletti

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in relationship building and strategic planning at Oglethorpe University. Successfully enhanced alumni engagement through innovative event planning and social media management. Adept at volunteer recruitment and team leadership, fostering community connections and driving impactful fundraising initiatives.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement

Oglethorpe University
06.2024 - Current


  • Planned and executed major alumni events and outings with a goal of increasing engagement.
  • Coordinated volunteer opportunities for alumni for various departments and student engagement
  • Served as staff advisor for student ambassador group, Student Alumni Association, with a focus on increasing student awareness of the alumni office
  • Assisted in fundraising efforts, enhancing outreach strategies and donor relations.
  • Conducted email communications and website updates as needed
  • Managed, updates, and maintains alumni CRM, Raiser’s Edge Blackbaud
  • Managed social media accounts and across platforms for the Oglethorpe Alumni network. Designs, schedules, and delegates, based on content needed throughout the department and as needed on campus
  • Managed multiple direct reports

Community Development Coordinator

National Society of High School Scholars
06.2023 - 06.2024


  • Managed a cohort of over 1500 high school students participating in the Ambassador program, spanning across various countries. Organized monthly meetings for students, featuring esteemed guest speakers to enhance leadership skills and foster personal growth. Cultivated a large group of lifetime members, facilitating continuous engagement and expanding the program's reach.
  • Directed efforts to funnel high school students into the Collegiate Council group, comprising 200 collegiate members. Plans quarterly meetings and provides online leadership and webinar opportunities.
  • Act as a liaison and representative for NSHSS Educators, a database of over 27,000 registered educators worldwide.
  • Created and executed email marketing campaigns targeted at educators, effectively communicating program updates and opportunities every month.
  • Facilitated the distribution of high school educator grants to more than 100 educators annually, promoting excellence in education on a global scale.
  • Coordinated volunteers for onsite events, handling recruitment, training, communications, and scheduling.
  • Produced graphics and visual assets for various departments as requested, ensuring consistent branding and messaging across platforms.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Oglethorpe University
Atlanta, GA
05-2023

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Volunteer recruitment
  • Community engagement
  • Social media management
  • Event planning
  • Team leadership
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Clear verbal and written communication

Interests

  • Tennis
  • Running
  • Vlogging/Videography
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Traveling

Timeline

Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement

Oglethorpe University
06.2024 - Current

Community Development Coordinator

National Society of High School Scholars
06.2023 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Oglethorpe University