Anna Charnock
Saint George,UT
Summary
Focused Director promoting more than [20] years of expertise successfully working for organizations in multiple industries. Known for exemplary team-building and project oversight skills. Gifted at working with all sorts of personalities. Well-versed in booking venues and arranging speakers, negotiating terms and conditions and hiring personnel to manage operations of events. Versatile and outgoing professional possessing strong networking abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of hospitality management procedures. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Foundation Event Specialist
Intermountain Health Foundation
St. George, UT
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Professional Event manager hired to support South West fundraising team to execute yearly fundraiser & annual gala (Jubilee of Trees).
- Communicated with venues and vendors to accomplish event goals and deadlines.
- Adhered to optimal budgeting, project management, scheduling and reporting practices to provide consistent and successful event operations.
- Solicited sponsorships from local businesses to help fund upcoming events.
- Supervised staff onsite during events, providing guidance when needed.
Managing Director
Kayenta Arts Foundation
Ivins, UT
09.2017 - 05.2023
- Worked with Executive Directo to create regional programming & patron membership events to facilitate fundraising.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the company while coordinating with staff members.
- Provided guidance to team members on project management principles and best practices.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to business operations.
- Directed strategic planning to develop and implement corporate goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to maximize cost savings for the organization.
Executive Assistant to the Board/General Manager
Marathon Community Theater - Marathon, FL
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Directed and assisted the Board of Directors with programming, grant writing, fundraising campaigns and marketing plans. Oversaw productions and events onsite.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
Other Professional Highlights: General Manager
Delicious Vinyl
Los Angeles, CA
12.2007 - 12.2012
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Reconceive workspace to enhance employee well-being and productivity.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
- Oversaw product development initiatives from concept through completion stages.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
Director of Marketing
HITS Magazine Inc. - Sherman Oaks, CA
05.1994 - 05.2006
- Managed a team of marketing professionals in the implementation of campaigns, advertising, promotions, and public relations activities.
- Analyzed competitor products and services to gain insight into industry trends and opportunities.
- Tracked market trends through industry publications or online resources in order to stay informed about competitive landscape.
- Provided guidance to junior team members by setting expectations, providing feedback on work quality .
- Planned advertising campaigns for online, print and other mediums.
Skills
- Organizational Development
- Business Administration & Development
- Team Management & Collaboration
- Mentoring and training
- Fundraising
- Marketing
- Event Planning & Management
- Contract Negotiations
- Budgeting
Awards
- Marathon Community Theater "President's Award", 06/2008
- Center for the Arts at Kayenta "Star of the Staff Award", 01/2020
Affiliations
- Avid volunteer fundraiser
- Legacy Elementary PTA Secretary 2023/24
- Girl Scouts of America co-troop leader 2022/24
- led employer-sponsored teams for AIDS Walk L.A. 1995-2000
- Harold Robinson Foundation Pedal on the Pier 2010-2012
Timeline
Foundation Event Specialist
Intermountain Health Foundation
08.2023 - 12.2023
Managing Director
Kayenta Arts Foundation
09.2017 - 05.2023
Executive Assistant to the Board/General Manager
Marathon Community Theater - Marathon, FL
05.2016 - 09.2017
Other Professional Highlights: General Manager
Delicious Vinyl
12.2007 - 12.2012
Director of Marketing
HITS Magazine Inc. - Sherman Oaks, CA
05.1994 - 05.2006