CAROLINA MASRI HIJAZ
Westlake,OH
Summary
Well-rounded expert in fundraising and organizational development with more than 15 years of nonprofit experience. Dedicated and detail-oriented with vast experience in organizing and facilitating seamless interactions between board members and executive teams, ensuring effective communication and optimal organizational governance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
MedWish International
08.2015 - 11.2021
- Oversaw different departments, including: operations, volunteers and fundraising.
- Managed effective and timely communication between board, committees, and staff, ensuring timely and accurate information exchange.
- Coordinated orientation sessions for new board members, providing essential information about organization's mission and operations.
- Facilitated opportunities for board members to enhance their understanding of nonprofit governance and best practices, ensuring necessary resources and support to fulfill their responsibilities.
- Collaborated with executive team to plan and execute fundraisers and special events.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Through external presence, built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Exercised cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Refined all aspects of communications—from web presence to external relations with goal of creating stronger brand.
Senior Bilingual Regional Event Specialist
ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
03.2013 - 07.2015
- Worked successfully with more than six executive committees to produce and coordinate high profile/wealth events.
- Coordinated and scheduled committee meetings, and managed logistics including venue selection, catering arrangements, and coordination of audio-visual equipment, when needed.
- Assisted with follow-up actions, promoting efficiency and productivity.
- Served as liaison between hospital leadership and committee members.
- Managed one of largest events in nation: FedEx/St. Jude Angels & Stars Gala, reaching over 135 million media impressions.
- Led Golden Globes Live Viewing gala in Miami: Red Carpet for Hope.
- Worked with celebrities and media outlets.
- Upheld best practices for budgeting, projects, timelines and presentations while developing detailed planning strategies.
- Hired and trained volunteers and support staff for events.
Executive Director & Event Manager
American Druze Society, ADS
01.2008 - 12.2013
- Worked successfully with more than 20 chapters/boards to produce and coordinate ADS special events, conventions and activities.
- Strengthened organization's business by leading implementation of more efficient organizational structure.
- Trained Chapters' boards to ensure smooth adoption of programs.
- Worked with Committees to achieve synchronization with National office.
- Increased membership numbers.
- Increased profits by restructuring conventions registration process.
- Supported Board with implementation of its bylaws/constitution.
- Kept organization operating within regulatory guidelines.
Marketing Representative, Event Coordinator
TALK International, School of Languages
09.2006 - 02.2011
- Recruited international students to join English Program at prestigious campuses of NOVA in Florida, and Regis College in Boston.
- Organized and managed corporate events, meetings and training sessions.
- Worked with embassies to secure sponsorships.
- Attended industry events to promote programs and build relationships with potential partners.
- Increased brand awareness by implementing targeted marketing campaigns and utilizing social media platforms.
Education
Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Management -
Harvard Business School
Boston, MA10.2017
Certification in TV And Radio Broadcasting -
University of Miami
Miami, FL03.2008
Bachelor of Science - Educational Psychology
Colegio Universitario De Psicopedagogia
Venezuela10.2002
Skills
- Excellent PR and diplomacy
- Organized and detailed oriented
- Board governance experience
- Donor and media relations
- Stakeholder engagement
- Compliance and regulations
- Fundraising expertise
- Process Improvements
HONORS & RECOGNITIONS
- Exceptional Service Award by MedWish International in 2021.
- Faces of the Town by Midtown Cleveland in 2020. Crain's
- Notable Women in Nonprofits by Crain's Cleveland Business in 2019.
- 25 most powerful women by PEOPLE Magazine (en Español) in 2014.
- Pillars of the ADS Award in 2012.
- ADS President's Award in 2010 and 2011.
Affiliations
- The Goods Bank NEO – Board Member (2022 – Present)
- Business Volunteers Unlimited (BVU) – Board Member (2019 – Present)
- Task Force for Global Healthcare, Accredited Member (2015 - 2021)
- American Druze Society, Houston Chapter – President (2012-2013)
- ALSAC/St. Jude, Houston Chapter PR Committee Chair (2010-2013)
- American Druze Society, S. Florida Chapter – Member (2005-2010)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Limited Working
Timeline
Executive Director
MedWish International
08.2015 - 11.2021
Senior Bilingual Regional Event Specialist
ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
03.2013 - 07.2015
Executive Director & Event Manager
American Druze Society, ADS
01.2008 - 12.2013
Marketing Representative, Event Coordinator
TALK International, School of Languages
09.2006 - 02.2011
Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Management -
Harvard Business School
Certification in TV And Radio Broadcasting -
University of Miami
Bachelor of Science - Educational Psychology
Colegio Universitario De Psicopedagogia
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