Carli Herz
Summary
With 6+ years of experience as a non-profit professional, I have cultivated partnerships that drive positive community impact. As a leader, my primary objective is to encourage courageous curiosity among team members. Known for strategic thinking and being a team player, I possess a creative flair and passion for effectively communicating impact.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Impact Director
United Way of Southeastern Connecticut
09.2021 - Current
- Leads and motivates 50+ members of two Collective Impact Initiatives, resulting in consistent outcome achievement and systems change
- Increased grant revenue exponentially, through partnership cultivation and advocacy with state level offices
- Within 5 months, onboarded 50 volunteers in equity focused funding, organized an intensive grant review process for 39 programs, and guided the distribution of 1.7 million dollars
- Streamlined project management by utilizing technology platforms
Teen Outreach Program Coordinator
Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT)
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed a school-wide community service program that increased student community involvement and partnerships with local non profit organizations by 25%
- Established a strong foundation for teacher support in implementing SEL strategies inside the classroom within 1 year
Put Local on Your Tray Project Coordinator
UConn Extension
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Supported program implementation and mission by creating digital content, organizing partner meetings.
- Executed strategies to increase the visibility of the project among food service directors and school teachers to enhance nutrition education
Legal Receptionist
FAULKNER & GRAVES, P.C.
New London, CT, USA
04.2019 - 07.2020
- Ensured effective communication and outreach took place for clients and managed all aspects of firm administration including invoicing, billing, and external relations
Education Program Coordinator
New Britain ROOTS
New Britain, CT, USA
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Designed curriculum for elementary and middle school garden and nutrition education.
- Guided classes of 10-15 students in exploring the outdoors and learning about nutrition.
- Built a team of teachers to implement summer programming for elementary and middle school students.
Texas Children in Nature AmeriCorps VISTA
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Austin, Texas, USA
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Guided partner organizations in increasing their capacity to carry out the mission of the TCiN Network which is dedicated to getting all youth and their families outdoors
- Managed volunteers and speakers for a one-day conference that brought together over 100 partners from across the state of Texas
Education
Master of Arts - Intercultural Service, Leadership, And Management
SIT Graduate Institute
Brattleboro, VT05-2018
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature & Educational Studies
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI12-2015
Skills
- Storytelling
- Social media management
- Writing
- Client & partner development
- Event planning and facilitation
- Technology Platforms: Microsoft Office, Google, Slack, Zoom, CRMs
Timeline
Community Impact Director
United Way of Southeastern Connecticut
09.2021 - Current
Teen Outreach Program Coordinator
Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT)
11.2020 - 09.2021
Put Local on Your Tray Project Coordinator
UConn Extension
04.2020 - 11.2020
Legal Receptionist
FAULKNER & GRAVES, P.C.
04.2019 - 07.2020
Education Program Coordinator
New Britain ROOTS
06.2018 - 01.2019
Texas Children in Nature AmeriCorps VISTA
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
08.2017 - 05.2018
Master of Arts - Intercultural Service, Leadership, And Management
SIT Graduate Institute
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature & Educational Studies
Roger Williams University