Catherine Dudenhoeffer Holman
Kansas City
Summary
Dynamic professional with many years of experience developing fundraising goals and tactics to achieve targets. Seasoned champion and promoter of organizations while generating funding. Articulate communicator and motivating team leader with proven history of nourishing vital relationships and fueling success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager & Buyer
Sharyn Blond Linens
Kansas City
01.2016 - 06.2020
- Attended market in New York and Dallas as store representative to solicit new merchandise and build vendor relationships.
- Managed day-to-day store operations, including interacting with customers, conducting inventory, placing orders for merchandise, and communicating with vendors.
- Managed store website and post original content to social media accounts.
Realtor
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate
Kansas City
12.2014 - 12.2015
- Obtained real estate license in Missouri and Kansas.
- Assisted clients in aligning budget and needs to identify suitable homes.
- Created targeted marketing materials to enhance visibility of services.
Corporate Partnerships & Events
American Red Cross
Kansas City
01.2014 - 11.2014
- Cultivated partnerships with corporate sponsors to enhance event support and engagement.
- Coordinated major events, including Red Cross of Kansas City's October 2014 Centennial Celebration, to drive community involvement.
- Revamped website content for events and corporate support to improve user experience and information accessibility.
Special Events Coordinator & Development Associate
American Red Cross
Kansas City
09.2011 - 01.2014
- Coordinated high-profile events in Kansas City Region, including Red Ball Gala, Genevieve Byrne Speaker Series, and Golf Tournament, enhancing community engagement.
- Solicited support and sponsorships from individuals and corporations for various events.
- Researched and analyzed grants from foundations and corporations to identify potential event sponsorship opportunities.
Special Events Coordinator & Development Associate
Turning Point: The Center of Hope and Healing
Leawood
11.2009 - 09.2011
- Coordinated and executed diverse fundraising events, enhancing donor engagement and community support.
- Coordinated logistics for large-scale community fundraising events and activities.
- Managed volunteer recruitment, training, and scheduling for diverse event teams.
- Developed event timelines and ensured adherence to project deadlines.
- Supported Development Director in managing annual fund, conducting grant research, and facilitating individual and corporate solicitations to drive funding initiatives.
Education
Masters of Arts - Management: Fundraising
Avila University
Kansas City, Missouri08-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri07-2009
High School Diploma -
The Pembroke Hill School
Kansas City, MO05-2005
Skills
- Retail Management Software
- Point of Sale Systems
- Customer relationship management
- Sales Analytics
- Sales forecasting
- Inventory management
- Store Layout Optimization
- Customer Loyalty Programs
- E-commerce operations
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Publisher
- Microsoft Outlook
References
- Tracy DeMarea, Johnson County Bar Association, Executive Director, 913-787-1162, tdemarea@jocobar.org
- Julie Mulhern, Author, 816-916-0011, juliemulhern@msn.com
- Wynne Winter, Engel and Volkers Western Frontier, Real Estate Advisor, 913-488-1553, wynne.winter@evusa.com
Philanthropy And Civic Involvement
- The Jewel Ball
- The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art (2019 Committee of 100 Luncheon Co-Chair; Young Friends of Art)
- Belles of the American Royal (BOTAR) Organization
- Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Mid-America Chapter
- University of Missouri, Pi Beta Phi, and Pembroke Hill Alumni Association
- Highlawn Montessori School Biennial Auction Co-Chair, 2026
Timeline
Store Manager & Buyer
Sharyn Blond Linens
01.2016 - 06.2020
Realtor
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate
12.2014 - 12.2015
Corporate Partnerships & Events
American Red Cross
01.2014 - 11.2014
Special Events Coordinator & Development Associate
American Red Cross
09.2011 - 01.2014
Special Events Coordinator & Development Associate
Turning Point: The Center of Hope and Healing
11.2009 - 09.2011
Masters of Arts - Management: Fundraising
Avila University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Missouri
High School Diploma -
The Pembroke Hill School