Asher Mabie-Smith
Washington,D.C.
Summary
Entrepreneurial and creative leader passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced at formulating and executing long and short term strategic plans, creating new systems, revenue streams, and modes of operation. Track record of innovative projects leading teams of high performing individuals to deliver success across corporate, not-for-profit, campaign, and government sectors.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder + Director
Lionheart Strategies
01.2015 - Current
- Built successful teams for corporate (Apple, Valcambi SA), not-for-profit ( Wendy & Eric Schmidt Family Foundation - ReMain), Campaign (Jim Hingeley for CWA or Warren Campaign) clients;
- Designed metrics-based evaluation frameworks to measure impact of change initiatives on project performance;
- Conducted post-implementation reviews to assess effectiveness of change management efforts and identify areas for improvement in future projects;
- Built strong relationships with key stakeholders across organization, enabling effective collaboration during times of change and fostering a culture of continuous improvement;
- Led stakeholder engagement initiatives with diverse groups, promoting open dialogue and building strong relationships that supported successful change implementation.
- Fundraising specialist increasing revenue, on average, by 40%.
Executive Director
Serve America PAC
09.2020 - 04.2023
- Design and implemented KPI, output driven operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for organization.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Led successful fundraising campaigns, innovating new methods and forging strong relationships with donors to raise millions of dollars.
- Doubled major gifts program through tailored donor cultivation strategies, achieving increased levels of financial support from high-net-worth individuals.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
- Optimized operational workflows, reducing overhead costs and maximizing resource allocation.
Senior Consultant
Levin Sources
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Mentored 6 junior consultants, helping them enhance their skills and contribute more effectively to projects.
- Managed global teams of experts across 5 continents to deliver high-quality solutions for clients through comprehensive research and analysis.
- Centered social, human, and environmental impacts along with profitability to deliver innovative long-vision solutions.
- Assessed needs for projects and made proposals to clients.
Development & Fundraising Assistant
CAMFED (Campaign For Female Education)
11.2013 - 02.2015
- Spoke at public events, forums, and panels on behalf of organization and its mission.
- Managed all reporting and donor communications for 5 grants ranging from small family foundations to multi-million dollar government grants.
- Fostered strong internal team relationships fostering long-term commitment to organization's mission.
- Designed scalable training of trainers curriculum resulting in mobilization of tens of thousands of children and teachers across Zambia & Ghana.
Legislative Advisor
U.S. Senator Russ Feingold
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Advised U.S. Senator on hundreds of pieces of legislation, votes, policy briefs, and ambassador nominations.
- Developing talking points, briefing materials, and testimony for public hearings.
- Influenced legislative outcomes through persuasive communication with policymakers and stakeholders, for example Dodd-Frank 1502.
Education
Master of Science - Development And Globalization
University of London (SOAS)
London, UK2013
Certificate - French
West African Research Center
Dakar, Senegal2013
Bachelor of Arts - Literature
Taylor University
Upland, IN2007
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Innovative and Visionary
- Strategic Thinking
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative
- Relationship Nurturing
- Ethics and integrity
- Visionary Leadership
- Growth Mindset
- People Development
- Joyful Creativity
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
ESL
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Japanese
Elementary
Timeline
Executive Director
Serve America PAC
09.2020 - 04.2023
Founder + Director
Lionheart Strategies
01.2015 - Current
Senior Consultant
Levin Sources
01.2015 - 01.2018
Development & Fundraising Assistant
CAMFED (Campaign For Female Education)
11.2013 - 02.2015
Legislative Advisor
U.S. Senator Russ Feingold
01.2008 - 01.2011
Master of Science - Development And Globalization
University of London (SOAS)
Certificate - French
West African Research Center
Bachelor of Arts - Literature
Taylor University
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