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KATIE ROSE HARGREAVES

Summary

Experienced fundraiser with a proven track record of surpassing campaign goals, cultivating strong donor relationships, and executing high-impact events. Highly skilled in advocacy, sponsorship development, and strategic planning, with a focus on driving growth and fostering long-term partnerships.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President

COEUR D’ALENE REGIONAL CHAMBER
05.2022 - Current
  • Organizational Leadership: Represent a nonpartisan, pro-business organization with nearly 1,000 members, making it the second-largest chamber in Idaho.
  • Advocacy & Sponsorship Development: Lead the Public Policy Committee and successfully secured over six figures in sponsorship revenue for the 2024 Idaho Legislative Tour.
  • Association Management: Drive growth in advertising, membership renewals, and sponsorships, ensuring the Chamber's financial sustainability and member engagement.

Commercial Construction Division-BlueScope Construction, Inc.

BLUESCOPE CORPORATE
01.2019 - 05.2022
  • Community Engagement & Fundraising: Served on the BlueScope Foundation Staff and Fundraising Committee, fostering community partnerships and supporting philanthropic initiatives.
  • Field Operations Leadership: Managed construction projects across the country, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with organizational objectives.

Economic Development

CITY OF ROWLETT
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Strategic Economic Initiatives: Collaborated with site selectors, brokers, developers, and business owners to create jobs and expand the commercial tax base, with projects projected to generate over $1 billion in capital investment and create 7,500 jobs.
  • Project Management: Oversaw pipeline projects by conducting construction site visits, tracking metrics, and producing detailed reports for weekly operational updates and monthly/quarterly reviews.
  • Award-Winning Representation: Represented the city at major events, earning accolades such as the Impact Award for Influence (Urban Land Institute of North Texas) and the CLIDE Award (North Central Texas Council of Governments).
  • Business Retention & Expansion (BRE): Conducted executive meetings, developed a comprehensive BRE Plan of Action, and implemented a CRM database to enhance business engagement.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Delivered presentations to the Economic Development Advisory Board, Mayor, City Council, and industry associations to drive project alignment and support.
  • Private Sector Collaboration: Partnered with the Dallas Regional Chamber and CoStar Group to leverage commercial real estate analytics and spearheaded initiatives like the Inaugural Main Street and Farmers Market events.

Director of Statewide Outreach | Director of Membership Outreach

NORTH CAROLINA CHAMBER | MISSOURI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
09.2013 - 01.2016
  • Organization Overview: Represented the North Carolina Chamber, the state’s largest business advocacy organization, with 35,000 members employing 1.26 million workers.
  • Statewide Representation & Relationship Building: Represented the Chamber's Executive Team at ribbon-cutting, groundbreaking ceremonies, and major business events across the state.
  • Member Retention & Engagement: Led face-to-face retention meetings with executives of member companies, driving significant growth in first-year retention rates through strategic follow-up and relationship management.
  • Event Management & Leadership:Orchestrated the Board of Directors Regional Executive Leadership Series and Programs, collaborating directly with Board members to host events throughout the state.
    Managed operations for North Carolina Chamber conferences, including the Future Forum, Economic Forecast Forum (in partnership with the Banker’s Association), and summits on Tax, Transportation, and Manufacturing.
    Successfully executed the Missouri Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet, honoring the Champion of Enterprise, coordinating logistics and ensuring seamless event operations.

Legislative Correspondent | Executive Assistant

UNITED STATES CONGRESS
03.2011 - 05.2013
  • Leadership & Professional Development: Managed the Intern Program, coordinating training, mentorship, and professional development initiatives to ensure alignment with Congressional office standards. Collaborated with the House Republican Conference and Congressional Management Foundation on strategic projects.
  • Legislative Portfolio Management: Oversaw legislative issues including Small Business, Government Reform, Science, Postal Services, Family/Child/Women, and the Arts, ensuring comprehensive policy support and research.
  • Operational Coordination: Managed the Member’s executive calendar for Washington, D.C., and district engagements, handling travel arrangements, accommodations, and event planning with precision.
  • Strategic Communication: Prepared briefing materials and personal correspondence for the Congressman, including tailored responses to constituent inquiries, ensuring clear and effective communication.

Fundraiser

KANSAS REPUBLICAN PARTY | THE DUBLIN GROUP
08.2009 - 02.2011
  • Fundraising & Donor Development: Expanded major donor programs and implemented a strategic sponsorship plan, setting ambitious fundraising goals for the ‘Farm Team’ program over a two-year period.
  • Communications: Drafted keynote speaker request letters, direct mail campaigns, and donor correspondence on behalf of the Chair and candidates to cultivate engagement and support.
  • Financial Operations: Prepared Federal Election Commission (FEC) reports, managed services rendered, issued invoices, and scheduled finance-related visits for the Chair and campaign staff.
  • Scheduling & Coordination: Organized candidate schedules, arranged meetings with prospective contributors, and collaborated with campaign staff and steering committees to optimize outreach efforts.
  • Event Management: Planned and executed high-profile events, including the Inaugural Ball, Election Night Banquet, First Annual KSGOP ‘Grand Ole Party’ Gala, and the ‘Clean Sweep’ Statewide Bus Tour. Designed and produced invitations, coordinated logistics with venues and caterers, and worked closely with host committees to achieve guest attendance goals.

Security Department

BAE SYSTEMS
12.2008 - 08.2009
  • Department of Defense Security Project: Contributed to improving the Defense Security Service inspection rating from the previous year, ensuring compliance with federal standards and enhancing operational security measures.
  • Information Solutions Expertise: Supported the Information Solutions Business Unit in delivering secure, high-quality defense solutions aligned with national security objectives.

Medical Sales Representative

ALCON LABORATORIES
01.2008 - 01.2008
  • Market Share Growth: Achieved recognition as the leading Medical Sales Representative (MSR) in the district for driving market share growth of a new product; prepared detailed market share reports to inform strategic decisions.
  • Plan of Action (POA): Successfully executed field responsibilities and business administration tasks, contributing to regional objectives and participating in the Regional POA Meeting in Boston, Massachusetts.
  • Innovex Partnership: Delivered high-quality sales and marketing results as part of the Innovex team supporting Alcon’s project initiatives.

Intern for Athletic Director Lew Perkins

THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
01.2007 - 12.2007
  • Cross-Departmental Support: Completed projects and activities across multiple areas including Marketing, Trademark Licensing, Human Resources, and Public Relations, contributing to the department’s overall operations and strategic goals.
  • Collaborative Engagement: Worked closely with teams to support the execution of key initiatives, ensuring alignment with the department’s objectives and enhancing internal processes.

Education

University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS

University of Kansas - School of Business

University of Oklahoma

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX

Accomplishments

  • 2024 Idaho Legislative Tour: Raised over six figures in sponsorship revenue for the 2024 Idaho Legislative Tour.
  • Missouri Chamber of Commerce: Successfully orchestrated large-scale corporate event operations for the Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet in 2015.
  • North Carolina Chamber: Spearheaded a program that resulted in significant growth in member retention rates from 2013-2015.
  • Capitol Hill - The Heritage Foundation (2011-2012): Graduate of the Heritage Congressional Fellows Program; Leadership Institute Television and On-Camera training.
  • Fundraising Campaign (2010): Implemented a campaign that generated approximately $500,000 in gross contributions.
  • U.S. Congressional Campaign (2009-2010): Exceeded $100,000 fundraising goal each finance quarter.
  • Security Clearance: Granted Secret Clearance by the United States Government in 2008.

Affiliations

  • University of Kansas Alumni Association
  • Top Gun : Selected for a professional business organization focused on professional development, philanthropy, and relationship building.

Timeline

Vice President

COEUR D’ALENE REGIONAL CHAMBER
05.2022 - Current

Commercial Construction Division-BlueScope Construction, Inc.

BLUESCOPE CORPORATE
01.2019 - 05.2022

Economic Development

CITY OF ROWLETT
01.2017 - 01.2018

Director of Statewide Outreach | Director of Membership Outreach

NORTH CAROLINA CHAMBER | MISSOURI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
09.2013 - 01.2016

Legislative Correspondent | Executive Assistant

UNITED STATES CONGRESS
03.2011 - 05.2013

Fundraiser

KANSAS REPUBLICAN PARTY | THE DUBLIN GROUP
08.2009 - 02.2011

Security Department

BAE SYSTEMS
12.2008 - 08.2009

Medical Sales Representative

ALCON LABORATORIES
01.2008 - 01.2008

Intern for Athletic Director Lew Perkins

THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
01.2007 - 12.2007

University of Kansas

University of Kansas - School of Business

University of Oklahoma

Texas A&M University

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