Overview
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Education
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Cathy Startzman

Dayton,OH

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Consultant

Burges & Burges Strategists
Euclid, OH
03.2018 - 01.2021
  • Facilitated listening sessions, captured key findings, and produced reports to document sessions.
  • Conducted one-on-one interviews with key stakeholders to capture opinions on pertinent issues.

Campaign Manager

Self-employeed
05.2017 - 12.2017
  • Managed the 2017 Montgomery County Human Services Levy Campaign
  • Organized events such as press conferences, rallies, fundraisers to generate publicity.
  • Recruited volunteers and managed their activities throughout the duration of the campaign.
  • Cultivated relationships with key influencers within target communities in order to gain support for the campaign.
  • Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of promotional materials.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders from various county-wide entities order to gain support in a number of capacities.

Commission Aide to Commissioner Judy Dodge

Montgomery County, Ohio
Dayton, OH
12.2006 - 02.2017
  • Developed strategies to address public policy issues within the jurisdiction of the Commission.
  • Advised Commissioners on procedural matters related to their roles and responsibilities.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Collaborated with other governmental entities on shared initiatives or programs.
  • Evaluated potential candidates for appointment or reappointment to serve on committees under the authority of the Commission.
  • Facilitated communication between citizens and elected officials.
  • Organized special events sponsored by the Commission that promoted civic engagement among citizens.
  • Held regular meetings with constituents to discuss local issues and concerns.
  • Conducted research on relevant topics to support decision-making efforts of Commissioners.
  • Prepared communications materials such as press releases or newsletters for distribution among stakeholders.
  • Performed outreach activities such as attending conferences or workshops to stay informed about current trends in public policy.
  • Presented reports at Board meetings regarding various topics related to the Commission's activities.

Chief Deputy to Recorder Judy Dodge

Montgomery County, Ohio
Dayton, OH
05.2005 - 12.2006
  • Assisted in all aspects of the Montgomery County Recorder's Office to ensure efficient operations.

Executive Assistant to the President

The Dayton Foundation
Dayton, OH
10.2002 - 05.2005
  • Designed PowerPoint presentations for monthly divisional meetings with top-level executives.
  • Facilitated communications by forwarding emails, transferring calls and filing documents.
  • Conducted research and collected and analyzed data to prepare reports and documents.
  • Compiled meeting agendas and supportive materials ahead of meetings.
  • Researched and prepared information for presentations to high-level executives.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of all documents pertaining to the President's activities.
  • Took detailed notes in meetings and disseminated information afterward.

Office Manager

Donenfeld, Botros, Collin and Schulte, LLC
Dayton, OH
01.2001 - 10.2002
  • Managed, scheduled and coordinated office functions and activities for employees.
  • Automated office operations for managing client correspondence, payment schedules and data communications.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Created and managed budgets.
  • Maintained office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
  • Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
  • Administered payroll and maintained proper documentation of employee personnel.

Education

Nursing

Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH

Timeline

Consultant

Burges & Burges Strategists
03.2018 - 01.2021

Campaign Manager

Self-employeed
05.2017 - 12.2017

Commission Aide to Commissioner Judy Dodge

Montgomery County, Ohio
12.2006 - 02.2017

Chief Deputy to Recorder Judy Dodge

Montgomery County, Ohio
05.2005 - 12.2006

Executive Assistant to the President

The Dayton Foundation
10.2002 - 05.2005

Office Manager

Donenfeld, Botros, Collin and Schulte, LLC
01.2001 - 10.2002

Nursing

Sinclair Community College
Cathy Startzman