Ana Sazonov
Columbia,SC
Summary
Accomplished Development Manager with innovative leadership style and expertise in brand positioning strategies. Outstanding sales and marketing talents to manage product-related budgets. Great influencing and communication strengths.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Development Officer
Ukrainian Patriot
03.2023 - Current
- Chief fundraiser; created and maintained international development strategies and donor relations
- Lead the grant application process
- Engaged in frontline humanitarian missions embodying our commitment to serve and fulfill our mission in Ukraine.
- Secured major gifts for organizational growth through effective identification, cultivation, and solicitation of high-net-worth individuals.
Inspirational Speaker
Self
01.2018 - Current
- Experienced storyteller with the goal to raise awareness and funds for Israel, Ukraine, and Jewish communities
- Shared my story with diverse audiences including but not limited to Jewish Federations, JCCs, churches, Rotary clubs, Capitol Hill, and for-profit organizations
- Following my speaking engagements, there has been an increase in contributions.
- Engaged listeners with relatable anecdotes and thought-provoking questions, fostering self-reflection and personal growth.
Executive Director
Columbia Jewish Federation
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Chief fundraiser and entrepreneur; implemented staff supervisory structure
- Created and maintained a network of lay and professional committees that fulfilled the mission of the org
- Created a strategic plan to map out the org's next 10 years, and program evaluation strategy and implementation
- Traveled the US, supporting communities and speaking
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
Founder
JewBer
04.2020 - 01.2022
- Launched a nonprofit startup whose mission was to deliver the Jewish experience to people's doorsteps
- Managed daily operations and coordinated with vendors and community partners to ensure the ongoing success and growth of the org
- Oversaw strategic planning, development of our business model, and fundraising
- Managed 100+ volunteers.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
JAFI Fellow
Emory Hillel
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Oversaw comprehensive engagement and educational programming focused on Israel and Global Jewry; mentored and supervised student leaders, established and directed engagement programs for Russian-speaking Jews to connect individuals with like-minded friends, built Jewish identity, and engaged with the local Jewish community
- Designed and co-led immersive travel experiences in Israel while fundraising directly for Israel programs and indirectly for Emory Hillel.
- Networked and built strong presence with peers to facilitate professional relationships.
- Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and achieve objectives.
Project Manager
Headstart Group
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Supervised crowd-funding projects from the initial visioning stage, to the approval stage, to the product launch and revenue generation
- Managed social media accounts, website blog, and newsletter.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Hornstein Jewish Professional Leadership Program
Brandeis University
Waltham, MN06.2021
MBA - The Heller School For Social Policy And Management
Brandeis University
Waltham, MA06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Business Administration (Honors)
Ruppin Academic Center
Israel10.2016
Skills
- Major gifts cultivation
- Campaign Development
- Donor Relations
- Fundraising expertise
- Donation Solicitation
- Volunteer Management
- Nonprofit Management
- Strategic Thinking
Accomplishments
- Securing new 5+ 6 figure gifts
- Raised over $1m for Ukraine relief efforts
- Selected to be on the Hadassah List of 18 Women who are shaping the future of Zionism
- Created 3 Israel Learning Fellowships series
- Founded a nonprofit
- Increased Federation's annual campaign by more than 25%
- Supervised and managed 100 soldiers as a Basic Training Commander
Languages
Hebrew
Ukrainian
Russian
Timeline
Chief Development Officer
Ukrainian Patriot
03.2023 - Current
Executive Director
Columbia Jewish Federation
06.2021 - 03.2023
Founder
JewBer
04.2020 - 01.2022
Inspirational Speaker
Self
01.2018 - Current
JAFI Fellow
Emory Hillel
07.2017 - 07.2019
Project Manager
Headstart Group
05.2016 - 08.2017
Master of Arts - Hornstein Jewish Professional Leadership Program
Brandeis University
MBA - The Heller School For Social Policy And Management
Brandeis University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Business Administration (Honors)
Ruppin Academic Center