Aubrey Fowler
Denver,Colorado
Summary
Dynamic director of development with several years of proven fund-generating success for The Lion Project non-profit organizations. Natural networker and team leader with documented prowess at building multiple relationships resulting in unprecedented donation levels. Driven to enthusiastically represent organization via personal connections, major events and marketing tools.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Development/ Gala Chair
The Lion Project
Denver, CO
10.2019 - Current
- Cultivated relationships with major donors, foundations, corporations, and other funding sources.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive fundraising strategies to meet organizational goals.
- Managed the coordination of special events such as galas, golf tournaments, luncheons.
- Evaluated existing programs to identify areas of improvement or expansion opportunities.
- Coordinated with internal departments to ensure alignment between development and organizational objectives.
- Recruited staff members for various roles within the Development team.
- Negotiated vendor contracts related to fundraising events and activities.
- Facilitated meetings between senior leadership and potential donors.
- Monitored budgets related to development activities.
- Coordinated large-scale events to engage with donors and provide presentations regarding fundraising initiatives.
Paralegal/Business Development Leader/Client Intake Lead
Cantafio & Song, PLLC
Denver, CO
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Manage a heavy criminal and civil caseload, including Probate, Real Estate, Criminal Defense, Oil & Gas, Family Law clients
- Proficient with ICCES filings in County and District Court
- Utilize exceptional communication skills to maintain professional relationships with clients
- Prepare retainer agreements
- Handle client intakes
- Communicate with clients via email, telephonically and in person
- Manage scheduling of client meetings and court appearances
- Manage all accounting and billing for clients
- Trial prep-bate stamping/ etc
- Support, update and review client files and client contact information
- Utilize and update CLIO software for the purpose of client billing- and documenting client communication
- Review Discovery provided by Office of the District Attorney and participate in meetings with the attorney to discuss case strategy and the applicable statutes
- Experience with trial preparation, preliminary hearings, and drafting plea agreements
- Provide daily legal and administrative support including maintaining internal bookkeeping records, accounts payable, account management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications, PCLAW, CLIO, Microsoft teams, Web ex docket appearances, zoom conferencing, and Dropbox
Criminal Defense Paralegal/Office Manager
The Martin Law Firm, LLC
Montrose, CO
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Manage a heavy criminal caseload of 120, involving misdemeanor and felony matters throughout the seventh judicial district
- Proficient with ICCES filings in County and District Court
- Utilize exceptional communication skills to maintain professional relationships with clients
- Prepare retainer agreements
- Handle client intakes
- Communicate with clients via email, telephonically and in person
- Appear in District and County Court with the Attorney
- Prepare and update client files for attorney court appearances
- Manage scheduling of client meetings and court appearances
- Support, update and review client files and client contact information
- Maintain professional relationships with court clerks
- Utilize and update PCLAW software for the purpose of client billing, scheduling court appearances and calendaring appointments
- Review Discovery provided by Office of the District Attorney and participate in meetings with the attorney to discuss case strategy and the applicable statutes
- Draft all pleadings for review by the attorney and upload and file on ICCES
- Experience with trial preparation, preliminary hearings, and drafting plea agreements
- Provide daily legal and administrative support including maintaining internal bookkeeping records, accounts payable, COLTAF and Operating account management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications, PCLAW, Microsoft teams, Web ex docket appearances, zoom conferencing, and Dropbox
Paralegal/Legal Assistant/Office Manager
Cimarron Ridge Legal Group
Montrose, CO
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Prepare demands, draft and file court pleadings upon final approval from attorney
- Utilize communication skills to maintain professional relationships with clients, opposing counsel, co-counsel, insurance adjusters and lien carriers
- Complete client intakes for potential new personal injury matters
- Communicate with opposing counsel and staff regarding legal and procedural matters on behalf of the attorney
- Schedule meetings and conferences with opposing counsel and co-counsel
- Assist in the retention and scheduling of experts in the fields of Orthopaedic medical treatment, Neurology, Psychiatry and Economists
- Provide lien carriers with ongoing status updates
- Organize and maintain client files
- Redact medical and billing records for existing client files
- Update client information, medical and billing records
- Request medical records
- Completed bates labeling
- Maintain client contact
- Schedule meetings and maintain attorney calendars
- Book Attorney, and client travel, hotel accommodations, dinner, transportation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications, PCLAW, Microsoft teams, Web ex docket appearances, CLIO and zoom conferencing
- Typing average is 75 WPM
- Balanced Attorney COLTAF and Operating accounts
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO05-2011
Skills
- CRM Integration
- Employee presentations
- Fundraising expertise
- Revenue projections
- Business Planning
- Board relations
- Staff Training
- Project Management
- Proposal Development
- Donor Management
- Relationship Building
Certification
Certified Notary
Volunteer Experience
- Montrose U Leadership Program, Montrose, Colorado, 2021, Present, Develop leadership skills by participating in monthly meetings with City Council and Government Officials., Discuss local challenges in a variety of industries and ways to implement new opportunities and growth in Montrose County.
- The Lion Project non-profit, Operations Chair, Denver, Colorado, 2019, Present, Participate and organize a variety of community service projects., Recruit new volunteers and board members., Host a multitude of Happy Hours in and around Denver to increase business awareness and partnerships., Establish and maintain relationships with other community members throughout the Denver Metropolitan area., Organize and execute a 350 person Gala annually at The Four Seasons Denver.
Timeline
Paralegal/Business Development Leader/Client Intake Lead
Cantafio & Song, PLLC
06.2022 - 11.2023
Director of Development/ Gala Chair
The Lion Project
10.2019 - Current
Criminal Defense Paralegal/Office Manager
The Martin Law Firm, LLC
01.2019 - 01.2023
Paralegal/Legal Assistant/Office Manager
Cimarron Ridge Legal Group
01.2019 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science -
Metropolitan State University of Denver