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Charla Bruce

West Des Moines,IA

Summary

Dynamic Director oversees every facet of production with strong project management and decision-making skills. Brings comprehensive knowledge of Fundraising, writing, planning and technical operations. Skilled at coordinating production plans and personnel resources to complete work under tight deadlines.

Overview

Work History

Director of Annual Fund

University Of Denver
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.

Assistant Director of Development

Washington University
  • Developed strategic plans, setting goals for the organization''s growth and long-term sustainability.
  • Maintained accurate records of donor interactions in database systems to ensure efficient follow-up and stewardship efforts.
  • Organized successful events to engage supporters, promote awareness of the organization''s mission, and generate revenue.
  • Built strong relationships with community partners, fostering collaborations that benefited both organizations financially and programmatically.

Assistant Director of Development

Washington University
  • Built strong relationships with community partners, fostering collaborations that benefited both organizations financially and programmatically.
  • Implemented best practices in development operations for regulatory compliance and adherence to ethical standards.
  • Organized successful events to engage supporters, promote awareness of the organization''s mission, and generate revenue.
  • Maintained accurate records of donor interactions in database systems to ensure efficient follow-up and stewardship efforts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Family And Community Services

Iowa State University
Ames, IA

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • People Management
  • Team Management
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Organizational Development
  • Contract and Vendor Management
  • Financial Reporting
  • Project Coordination

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Fundraising Goals by completing events and tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team in the development of Annual Fund Goals..

Timeline

Director of Annual Fund

University Of Denver

Assistant Director of Development

Washington University

Assistant Director of Development

Washington University

Bachelor of Science - Family And Community Services

Iowa State University
Charla Bruce