Hardworking and reliable BSW focused on going above and beyond to support families and consumers meet their needs in Aroostook County. Results-driven with background in fundraising management, specializing in developing effective fundraising strategies and donor relations. Skilled in coordinating events, managing campaigns, and leveraging social media to increase funding opportunities. Demonstrated ability to lead teams towards achieving set financial goals while fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing & Fundraising Coordinator
The Northern Lighthouse, Inc.
Presque Isle, ME
01.2022 - Current
Delivered marketing strategy updates to upper-level management.
Cultivated business partnerships to build lasting relationships with internal and external parties.
Planned advertising campaigns for online, print and other mediums.
Planned and facilitated meetings to share marketing plans and explain future business goals.
Produced ideas for promotional events or activities and organized them efficiently.
Created content for promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, and websites.
Managed social media presence and directed programs to improve social media reputation and recognition.
Managed social media accounts and campaigns.
Performed prospect research to identify and engage potential donors and partner organizations.
Coordinated large-scale events to engage with donors and provide presentations regarding fundraising initiatives.
Produced materials to highlight program offerings and reach new donors.
Created marketing materials to promote fundraising activities.
Developed and implemented a comprehensive fundraising strategy to increase donations from individual donors.
Prepared thank you letters for all contributors in a timely manner.
Worked closely with senior leadership to establish funding objectives and devise workable development plans.
Attended community meetings or other events related to philanthropy in order to network.
Raised funds by coordinating events.
Established and enforced fundraising goals, strategies and disbursements.
Children's Case Manager, Section 17 Community Integration Specialist
The Northern Lighthouse
Presque Isle, Maine
07.2017 - 01.2022
Worked with families and consumers to assess and connect them with proper services to improve their mental health and trauma related symptoms
Worked with other professionals in the community such as schools, doctors, and clinicians, and advocated for the consumers' needs
Helped improve daily living skills of adult consumers
Carried out high-quality work with little oversight
Maintained and updated clients charts to assure renewal paperwork was on time
Managed large case loads
Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management
Server
Governor's Restaurant & Bakery
Presque Isle, Maine
05.2011 - 07.2020
Used POS system to accurately input orders and process payments
Fostered fun atmosphere and family-style work environment
Handled as many as 8 tables at once with high service quality
Trained new servers in restaurant procedures and customer service standards
Performed assigned side work duties
Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Presque Isle High School
Presque Isle, ME
05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Maine
Orono, ME
Skills
Documentation
Emergency Intervention
Multitasking
Verbal communication
Prioritization
Creative thinking
Mediator
Marketing campaign management
Brand development
Cold calling
Strategic planning
Social media marketing
Creative direction
Project management
Fundraising events
Direct mail campaigns
Donor recognition
Fundraising campaigns
Business networking
Annual giving campaigns
Board relations
Affiliations
Presque Isle Rotary Club
Member since 2022
Current Board member
Upcoming Secretary starting July 2025
Board member for Aroostook Partners in the Arts since 2024
Timeline
Marketing & Fundraising Coordinator
The Northern Lighthouse, Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Children's Case Manager, Section 17 Community Integration Specialist
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