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CHANDLER TOMSU

Austin,TX

Summary

Experienced Development Professional with over five years in the non-profit sector, seamlessly blending left and right-brained skills to achieve creative and data-driven results. Adept at wearing multiple hats, from surpassing fundraising goals to conducting detailed data analytics for trend identification. Eager to contribute my dynamic skill set to a new organization, I am seeking opportunities to expand responsibilities, grow expertise, and tackle fresh challenges in the non-profit and development field.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Annual Giving Manager

Seminary of the Southwest
06.2022 - 11.2023
  • Successfully achieved and surpassed the Annual Fund goal for four consecutive years, exceeding the Board's recommended 125% annual increase, resulting in record-breaking amounts raised each year.
  • Developed and executed a comprehensive annual plan, collaborating across departments and incorporating their timelines to exceed financial goals for multiple fundraising initiatives.
  • Created and implemented segmented solicitation plans for various donor levels, integrating personalization's to maximize donor engagement and retention.
  • Researched target audience, established ask amounts, wrote appeals, and coordinated with vendors to ensure end-to-end execution within specified deadlines.
  • Conducted research and analytics on raw data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
  • Successfully supported and executed the largest event in the seminary's history, hosting over 250 attendees.

Donor Relations Associate

Seminary of the Southwest
03.2021 - 06.2022
  • Initiated a new Planned Giving Program, resulting in a 120% increase of 12 members in that fiscal year.
  • Collaborated closely with major gift officers and fundraisers to create strategic plans for individual portfolios based on initiatives.
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships by establishing portfolios of major donors, ensuring personalized communication and stewardship.
  • Managed a portfolio 27 of my own personal Annual Fund portfolios, and 170 personal actions.
  • Worked closely with the database manager to ensure high-level record keeping, documentation, standards and procedures, clean-up, input, output, and analytics.
  • Prepared and presented regular reports on fundraising progress, donor participation, and financial metrics to leadership.
  • Developed and conducted training sessions for new employees on procedures to ensure effectiveness, attention to detail, and data integrity.
  • Maintained a personal portfolio of 27 Annual Fund prospects, and managed 170 personal actions.

Capital Campaign Coordinator

Seminary of the Southwest
11.2018 - 03.2021
  • Collaborated, assisted, and adapted strategies to achieve and surpass the $20M fundraising goal during the initial phase of the pandemic.
  • Orchestrated communication and documentation for a team of 92 campaign volunteers, guiding them in managing donor prospect lists and executing assigned donor activities.
  • Managed and updated 1274 proposals, allowing us to identify prospects for extended fundraising opportunities due to inflation.
  • Collaborated with members of 8 committees to innovate opportunities to attract new donors, aligning with strategic and financial objectives.
  • Developed presentations and other materials to illustrate campaign performance for management meetings.
  • Produced volunteer and donor materials, conducted research, prepared briefings for meetings, executed multiple direct mailings, and curated the Donor Honor Roll with over 600 listings for publication and display.
  • Managed over 4,500 fundraising actions in this position, while managing other responsibilities.
  • Worked closely with on-site CCS consultant, gaining both corporate and non-profit experience and skill sets.
  • Based on my performance in this role, I was hired as a permanent and full-time seminary employee.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Raiser's Edge
  • Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Constant Contact
  • Hootsuite Certified
  • Graphic and Print Design
  • Wordpress Website Design
  • Logo Design
  • HTML and CSS Coding
  • Mass Communications and Marketing
  • Event Planning and Execution
  • Social Media Management and Promotion
  • Photography
  • Intermediate Spanish
  • AFP Member since 2022

REFERENCES

Professional references provided upon request.

Timeline

Annual Giving Manager

Seminary of the Southwest
06.2022 - 11.2023

Donor Relations Associate

Seminary of the Southwest
03.2021 - 06.2022

Capital Campaign Coordinator

Seminary of the Southwest
11.2018 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

Texas State University

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