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ASHLEY MEADE OLSON
Wauconda,IL
Summary
Motivated professional with extensive experience in customer service. Excels in fundraising, relationship management, data entry and database administration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Treasurer
D118 PTO, Cotton Creek School
Island Lake, IL
08.2025 - Current
- *Financial Reporting:* Direct monthly financial reporting processes, ensuring transparency and accuracy in all fiscal activities.
- *Budget Management:* Oversee the annual budget process, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Manage accounts payable, and receivable using Finance Manager.
Development Director
American Heart Association
02.2022 - 09.2024
- Enhanced donor relationships with personalized communication plans and regular updates on project progress.
- Cultivated strategic partnerships with healthcare providers to expand outreach and engagement initiatives.
- Coordinated logistics for major fundraising events, ensuring alignment with organizational mission and goals.
- Received acknowledgment as top 1% of all learners at the AHA
Executive Area Manager
Arbonne International
11.2014 - 02.2022
- Recruited and provided ongoing training and mentorship for teammates, fostering professional development and career growth.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Achieved sales goals by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
Donor Relations Associate
United Way of Lake County
11.2014 - 11.2014
- Managed 40+ corporate, local government and school district employee giving campaign details using effective organizational skills
- Implemented effective stewardship strategies to maintain donor loyalty and encourage long-term commitment.
- Managed an accurate database of donor information, ensuring seamless communication and reporting efforts.
- Provided exceptional customer service to donors via phone calls, emails, or personal meetings, solidifying their connection with the organization.
Campaign Associate
Heart of Illinois United Way
07.2009 - 12.2009
- Managed portfolio of 30+ warm and cold market corporate accounts within several industries
- Used persuasive communication skills to inform potential donors about organizations programs and results during employee meetings, asked for financial participation through employee pledges
- Obtained and planned meetings with potential community and business partners, presented organization’s mission and results
- Assisted corporate accounts in creating and running special events to raise additional funds during employee giving campaign
- Dance Marathon Executive Board, VP of Special Events, Fundraising
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education (K-9)
Trinity International University
Deerfield, IL05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Business: Entrepreneurship
Bradley University
Peoria, IL05-2009
Skills
- Collaborative mindset
- Customer Service
- Public speaking
- Budgeting expertise
- Fundraising experience
- Donor retention
Interests
Timeline
Treasurer
D118 PTO, Cotton Creek School
08.2025 - Current
Development Director
American Heart Association
02.2022 - 09.2024
Executive Area Manager
Arbonne International
11.2014 - 02.2022
Donor Relations Associate
United Way of Lake County
11.2014 - 11.2014
Campaign Associate
Heart of Illinois United Way
07.2009 - 12.2009
Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education (K-9)
Trinity International University
Bachelor of Science - Business: Entrepreneurship
Bradley University