Motivated and personable professional with an enthusiastic interest in utilizing social media to connect caregivers of neurodivergent children with life-changing resources.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest Teacher
Argyle Independent School District
09.2023 - Current
Follow classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Assist in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promotes emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Support students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Market Developer
Rodan & Fields
07.2016 - Current
Implement innovative sales techniques to acquire new clients.
Devise creative social media marketing materials, capturing audience attention and communicating key brand messages effectively.
Provide excellent customer service by recommending products, trouble-shooting technological difficulties, and collaborating cross-functionally to resolve problems.
Co-Owner
Buckskin Betty LLC
06.2015 - Current
Collaborate with co-owner to design southwestern-inspired heirloom quality jewelry pieces.
Meticulously follow beading patterns requiring superior attention to detail.
Manage sales platform on Etsy.
Respond to customer inquiries and provide exceptional customer service.
Photograph and market products on social media.
Community Outreach Manager
National Multiple Sclerosis Society, CO-WY Chapter
04.2012 - 05.2015
Produced and implemented strategies in the Southern Colorado region to solicit direct gifts, gifts in-kind, and event teams and participants to meet annual goals and objectives.
Managed the tactical planning and logistical implementation of Walk MS Colorado Springs and Pueblo events and their corresponding budgets.
Collaborated cross-functionally to maintain fundraising platforms and CMS pages
Established relationships, partnerships and alliances with community organizations and agencies to promote the NMSS mission and meet fundraising expectations.
Worked in conjunction with the Chapter's development department to establish communication and marketing initiatives and materials to advance fund development.
Recruited and trained volunteers to support development activities.
Community Relationship Manager
American Cancer Society
01.2011 - 04.2012
Provided the vision and strategic direction for Relay For Life and Climb to Conquer Cancer events that supported the organization’s goals and objectives.
Reviewed and evaluated the outcome of previous events to organize a written planned aimed at meeting or exceeding fiscal goals by using American Cancer Society best practices.
Identified, recruited, trained and managed key volunteer leadership positions while empowering them to achieve set benchmarks.
Developed and implemented event timeline and budget.
Formed effective working relationships with high-level executives to solicit sponsorship in support of fundraising events.
Served as staff liaison between assigned activities and American Cancer Society leadership team to ensure implementation of common objectives and promote a harmonious working rapport.
Client Services Coordinator
Adperio
03.2010 - 01.2011
Monitored current market and online industry trends and executed tactical changes to advertising campaigns to meet specified budget goals.
Managed a portfolio of online advertising campaigns by proactively identifying and troubleshooting technical issues.
Effectively tracked and recorded weekly, monthly and quarterly performance statistics for both internal and external clients using Direct Track and Sales Force.
Worked collaboratively with cross functional team members to ensure a superior client experience.
Determined ways to improve process and enhance department efficiencies.
Championships Coordinator
Mountain West Conference
01.2007 - 02.2010
Connected with various constituencies, including coaches, event staff, administrators, volunteers and the media, to establish coordinated championship preparation and execution.
Negotiated contracts for equipment, hotel accommodations and meeting/banquet space.
Oversaw the selection, ordering and distribution of awards, travel party gifts, staff apparel and volunteer gifts while adhering to a set budget.
Provided event management support at the Mountain West Conference swimming & diving, basketball, tennis, cross country, volleyball, indoor and outdoor track & field championships.
Managed hotel reservation arrangements for key staff and all media at the 2008 NCAA Men’s Basketball First and Second Rounds in Denver, Colo.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
12.2006
Skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication
Meticulous attention to detail
Networking and relationship building
Customer relationship management
Social media
Audience engagement
Community outreach
Data analysis
Problem-solving
Community Involvement & Awards
Colorado Springs Rising Professionals Board of Directors Chair (2015)
Colorado Springs Business Journal Rising Star Award Recipient (2014)
Leadership Pikes Peak Leadership NOW! Graduate and Community Trustee Award Recipient (2013)
Timeline
Guest Teacher
Argyle Independent School District
09.2023 - Current
Market Developer
Rodan & Fields
07.2016 - Current
Co-Owner
Buckskin Betty LLC
06.2015 - Current
Community Outreach Manager
National Multiple Sclerosis Society, CO-WY Chapter
04.2012 - 05.2015
Community Relationship Manager
American Cancer Society
01.2011 - 04.2012
Client Services Coordinator
Adperio
03.2010 - 01.2011
Championships Coordinator
Mountain West Conference
01.2007 - 02.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Colorado State University
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