Brooke Whowell
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director URMC Constituent Engagement
University Of Rochester
04.2022 - Current
- Plan and execute fundraising events for Highland Hospital, including their signature event the Highland Gala and the Highland Golf Classic.
- Manage the leadership volunteers for the Gala, including the committee and internal and external chairs.
- Plan and execute engagement events for Highland Hospital and UR Medicine Home Care such as salons, the Sischy Lecture, Heritage Award, Highland Hospital Ribbon Cutting and Family Medicine Alumni event.
- Plan and execute events and fundraising events for UR Medicine Home Care including their signature event the Winemakers Dinner.
- Manage various elements involved in planning events such as working with advancement communications, HH Marketing and PR and multiple vendors.
- Boosted donor retention rates with timely follow-up communications and personalized acknowledgements.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create compelling promotional materials for fundraising campaigns.
- Developed strong relationships with corporate partners, securing in-kind donations and sponsorships for events.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment efforts, ensuring adequate staffing for fundraising activities and events.
- Offered excellent customer service to donors and sponsors to enhance relationships and increase funding.
- Maintained accurate financial records to stay compliant with regulations and enable tracking of funds.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to develop marketing materials for campaigns.
Assistant Director of URMC Advancement, Neurology
University Of Rochester
07.2017 - 04.2022
- Generated increased revenue by identifying new potential donors and implementing targeted outreach strategies.
- As a major gift officer, my role involved identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding gifts to support research and care in the fields of Neuroscience, Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry.
- Oversaw a portfolio of 100 potential donors who could make contributions. Conducted a minimum of 175 face-to-face meetings per year with these prospects.
- Implemented prospect identification & qualification strategies.
- Created and implemented personalized growth strategies for each individual.
- Worked alongside URMC faculty to gain insight into their objectives, research, and financial requirements for patient care. This helped identify potential engagement opportunities and suitable philanthropic approaches for potential donors.
- Worked on building and maintaining relationships with donors, taking steps toward securing their future donations.
Director of Corporate Sponsorship and Fulfillment
Rochester Rhinos, Rattlers, Amerks & Knighthawks
01.2006 - 09.2013
- Successfully secured sponsorships from several local companies, including University of Rochester Medical Center, Zweigles, Foodlink, Distillery, Monroe Ambulance, Connors and Ferris, Segar and Sciortino, Wright-Wisner, Lake Beverage, and Advantage Federal Credit Union.
- Successfully executed the necessary contractual elements including arena signage, broadcast commercials, print advertisements, and in-game features.
- Regularly held face-to-face meetings and presentations with partners.
- Responsible for organizing and managing all partner events, handling every aspect from planning to execution.
- Collaborated closely with other departments to guarantee the completion of all client deliverables and effective communication.
- Managed the sales and service of twenty-five high-end suites every season.
- Oversaw the relationships with external vendors and the management of Blue Cross Arena.
- Was able to establish secure trade agreements with our key vendors and sponsors, resulting in significant reductions in our transportation, hotel, and other expenses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH06.1997
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Management
- Staff Coordination
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Assistant Director URMC Constituent Engagement
University Of Rochester
04.2022 - Current
Assistant Director of URMC Advancement, Neurology
University Of Rochester
07.2017 - 04.2022
Director of Corporate Sponsorship and Fulfillment
Rochester Rhinos, Rattlers, Amerks & Knighthawks
01.2006 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
Bowling Green State University
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