Beth Mitchell

Company Overview: SPARK (Larkspur-Corte Madera Schools Foundation) is a volunteer-driven non-profit organization that raises money to close the public education funding gap and partners with the Larkspur-Corte Madera School District to supplement limited public school budgets. SPARK funds vital programs and wellness initiatives at The Cove School, Neil Cummins Elementary and Hall Middle School.

• Help lead fundraising efforts to secure financial support from individual donors, business partners, and the greater community, with a focus on maintaining or increasing donor participation year over year.
• Help lead the strategic direction of SPARK, and implement an effective fundraising and marketing plan to meet goals, and build long-term sustainability.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for all events, Annual Giving campaigns, and community business partnership plans.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to establish strong working relationships with various constituents, including key school district leaders, parent volunteers, and community members.
• Develop, recruit, and engage a consistent volunteer base within the community.
• Assist in developing and implementing a comprehensive communications plan, with a timeline, to promote the organization, maximizing public awareness of SPARK fundraising activities and events throughout the year.
• Collaborate with committee chairpersons to lead events, business partnership programs, and site-specific activities for key fundraising initiatives.
• Participate in networking events focused on philanthropy and charitable giving.
• Cultivate relationships with major donors, corporations, and other funding sources.

• Evaluated potential claims against clients to assess potential liability exposure and advised clients about their rights, including developing detailed litigation strategies
• Conducted research and analyzed case law, including the preparation of legal memoranda, motions, and briefs for use in litigation proceedings.
• Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings, and mediation sessions, effectively advocating on their behalf to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Collaborated with experts, such as economists or accountants, when needed.
• Developed strategies for effectively resolving cases through negotiation or mediation.