BETH L. LABELSON
Woodbury,NY
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Brings 10+ years of valuable expertise. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Nutrition Educator & Program Manager
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County
East Meadow , NY
2022.10 - 2024.05
- Designed, developed and managed a new “food is medicine” produce prescription program
- Successfully secured a $500,000 grant from USDA-NIFA’s GusNIP Nutrition Incentive Program
- Led CCE Nassau’s renewed commitment to food security programming through a health equity lens
- Created new partnerships to expand program reach into underserved communities
- Launched and provided a diabetes self-management and culinary medicine program
- Developed educational curricula on various nutrition related topics
- Served as a nutrition expert at various community events and speaking engagements
- Engaged in a variety of fundraising activities including grant writing, corporate giving, and individual donor development.
Dietetic Intern
Dietetic, Long Island University, Post
Brookville , NY
- Performed original research and presented findings at poster board sessions: Nutrition Education Impacts Students’ Attitudes and Behavior about Food and Nutrition
- Conducted case studies and presented at professional in-service trainings: Nutrition Therapy following Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple Surgery) in a Pancreatic Cancer Patient BMI/Weight Status for Geriatric Patients in LTC: The Obesity Paradox and Reverse Epidemiology in the Elderly Use of Antioxidants & Hydroxymethylbutyrate (HMB) in Cancer Patients: Proceed with Caution (1 CEU)
- Completed rotations in long term care, institutional food service, renal/dialysis, clinical, counseling, community, and health & wellness as follows
Long Island University, Post
Brookville , NY
2018.02 - 2018.04
- Health and Wellness Rotation Provided individual nutrition counseling and educational programs for members of the campus community including students, athletes, faculty and staff
Highfield Gardens Care Center
Great Neck , NY
2018.05 - 2018.05
- Long Term Care Rotation Evaluated, interpreted, and monitored nutritional status of residents in a clinical setting, while conducting initial, quarterly, and annual assessments
St. Francis Hospital
Roslyn , NY
2018.01 - 2018.01
- Institutional Food Service Rotation Participated in patient food service, inventory, purchasing and other food service management activities
NYU – Winthrop Dialysis Center
Mineola , NY
2017.12 - 2017.12
- Renal Rotation Conducted new patient intake assessments, completed monthly, quarterly and annual comprehensive interdisciplinary assessments, and provided renal diet education
Campaign Programs Manager
NYU – Winthrop Hospital
Mineola , NY
2017.09 - 2017.12
- Clinical Rotation Implemented Nutrition Care Process (NCP) utilizing standardized language Conducted patient interviews and completed assessments with appropriate nutrition recommendations in multiple units including ICU, SICU, gastroenterology, general surgery, pediatrics, palliative care, and cancer.
- Created and managed a nationally recognized training programs for staff and corporate volunteers
- Developed the organization’s donor recognition program
- Created customer training materials and reference manuals
- Led a cross functional team in developing and implementing a plan to enhance the organization’s volunteer development and management capacity
Office Manager
Buckle-Down, Inc, Grove
Farmingdale , CA, NY
2002.01 - 2007.01
- Planned and coordinated day-to-day operations of a small manufacturing company
- Oversaw all administrative needs related to inventory, logistics, sales, customer service and other business functions
- Researched and implemented new database management systems for accounting, sales, and inventory
- Provided logistical support for trade shows and other customer appointments and travel
- Prepared sales, inventory, open order status, budget, and licensing reports
- Coordinated and prepared shipping documents including packing slips, labeling and tracking information, and import/export documents
- Purchased supplies, equipment, and materials
Capital Campaign Director
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Los Angeles , CA
2001.01 - 2002.01
- Provided overall campaign management and organization including pipelines, prospect tracking, strategy, and timelines for a $100 million dollar capital campaign to renovate CHLA and build a new Research Institute
- Identified and developed naming opportunities; researched and identified donor prospects
- Prepared customized materials for major donor meetings including info packets, talking points, and written proposals
- Maintained master campaign calendar to maximize cultivation efforts
- Assisted in the development of a public relations/communications plan to keep the campaign in the public’s eye and maintain its momentum
Director of Major Gifts
United Way of Greater Los Angeles
Los Angeles , CA
1997.01 - 2001.01
- Conceptualized and executed effective fundraising strategies that increased results of a multi-million dollar portfolio from major gifts donors (donors of $10,000 or more) by over 20%
- Strategized large gift solicitations by demonstrating sensitivity to the interests and motivations of prospects
- Generated written proposals to prospective high net worth donors
- Served as a liaison and relationship manager to an assigned portfolio of Major Gifts donors
- Provided leadership and support to entire organization in developing strategies to increase major giving
- Oversaw the maintenance of complete and accurate data for assigned portfolio and prospective donors
- Planned and implemented donor recognition events including major donor gala
Development & Communications Associate
Parents Anonymous, Inc
Claremont , CA
1994.01 - 1997.01
- Produced publications and marketing materials including newsletters, general brochures, information packets, fact sheets, and press kits
- Coordinated media activities to ensure the promotion of clear and consistent messages
- Wrote grants and proposals to foundations, corporations, and the federal government
- Conducted donor research, developed fundraising strategies, and maintained positive donor relations
- Planned and coordinated a national child abuse prevention conference and training programs
Community Education Coordinator
House of Ruth
Pomona , CA
1992.01 - 1994.01
- Conducted domestic violence education and prevention programs for more than 15,000 individuals
- Initiated and established a Teenage Violence Prevention Curriculum targeting high school students
- Wrote grant proposals that significantly increased program funding
- Recruited, trained, and managed 120 volunteers
Case Advocate
SOS Shelter
Endicott , NY
1990.01 - 1991.01
- Assisted battered women in exploring legal options, victim’s rights and court procedures
- Identified available Social Service Programs and facilitated obtaining such services
- Worked with Family Court Officials to increase the efficiency of the court process for battered women
- Advocated for battered women and domestic violence legislation on federal, state and local levels
Education
CERTIFICATE OF ADVANCED STUDIES, Dietetic Internship -
Long Island University
05.2019
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Nutrition
January 2017
MASTER OF ARTS - History
Claremont Graduate University
May 1996
BACHELOR OF ARTS - History, Women’s Studies
Binghamton University, State University of New York
May 1991
Skills
- Project Management
- Team leadership and direction
- Training and Development
- Program Leadership
- Stakeholder Communications
- Public Speaking
Affiliations
Member, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Registered Dietitian, Commission on Dietetic Registration
Certificate of Training in Obesity Management and Treatment for Pediatrics and Adults
Timeline
Community Nutrition Educator & Program Manager
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County
2022.10 - 2024.05
Highfield Gardens Care Center
2018.05 - 2018.05
Long Island University, Post
2018.02 - 2018.04
St. Francis Hospital
2018.01 - 2018.01
NYU – Winthrop Dialysis Center
2017.12 - 2017.12
Campaign Programs Manager
NYU – Winthrop Hospital
2017.09 - 2017.12
Office Manager
Buckle-Down, Inc, Grove
2002.01 - 2007.01
Capital Campaign Director
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
2001.01 - 2002.01
Director of Major Gifts
United Way of Greater Los Angeles
1997.01 - 2001.01
Development & Communications Associate
Parents Anonymous, Inc
1994.01 - 1997.01
Community Education Coordinator
House of Ruth
1992.01 - 1994.01
Case Advocate
SOS Shelter
1990.01 - 1991.01
Dietetic Intern
Dietetic, Long Island University, Post
CERTIFICATE OF ADVANCED STUDIES, Dietetic Internship -
Long Island University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Nutrition
MASTER OF ARTS - History
Claremont Graduate University
BACHELOR OF ARTS - History, Women’s Studies
Binghamton University, State University of New York
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