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Gardening and Horticulture
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Corey Grubar

Mentor,OH

Summary

Driven by a passion for nonprofit excellence, I leveraged my event planning and donor relations skills at The Center for Arts Inspired Learning to significantly enhance fundraising efforts and donor satisfaction. My collaborative approach and strategic stewardship strategies boosted revenue and team morale, showcasing my ability to build lasting relationships and achieve tangible results. Motivated Development Coordinator skilled at increasing organizational funds through events, donor outreach strategies and marketing campaigns. Persuasive and open communicator with good planning, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner and Founder

Corey's Garden Design
04.2024 - Current
  • Provided expert guidance to clients, addressing their garden design goals and individual preferences.
  • Developed strategies for continuous improvement in garden design, planting techniques, and maintenance procedures.
  • Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.
  • Enhanced garden aesthetics by implementing creative landscape designs and plant arrangements.
  • Kept accurate and up-to-date records of scheduled tasks, tools and material inventory to maintain gardens and track progress.

Administrative and Development Coordinator

The Center for Arts Inspired Learning
08.2023 - Current
  • Conducted prospect research to identify potential new donors, expanding the organization''s funding sources and opportunities.
  • Optimized event planning procedures for various fundraising events, leading to higher attendance numbers and overall revenue generation.
  • Served as primary contact for external inquiries from donors or prospective partners, providing timely and accurate information about the organization.
  • Implemented targeted stewardship strategies that resulted in increased donor satisfaction levels and subsequent giving amounts.
  • Processed contributions and sent out acknowledgments.
  • Maintained accurate donor records using database management systems, ensuring efficient tracking of contributions and communication history.

Administrative Coordinator

The Center for Arts Inspired Learning
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Answered phone calls and responded to inquiries from customers, vendors and other external contacts.
  • Facilitated smooth day-to-day operations by anticipating needs, proactively addressing potential issues, and efficiently resolving problems as they arose.
  • Managed and maintained electronic and paper-based filing systems to keep essential documents and information easily accessible and organized.
  • Managed calendars, scheduled appointments, and coordinated travel arrangements for senior staff members.
  • Increased staff morale, planning team-building activities that fostered positive work environment.

Executive Assistant to the CEO

The Center for Arts Inspired Learning
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
  • Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace.
  • Supported executives in decision-making processes by conducting research and presenting findings in clear formats.

Ticket Sales and Donor Representive

Playhouse Square
03.2018 - 01.2022
  • Sold tickets to concerts, plays and other performances.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during high-volume periods.
  • Resolved guest issues and escalated unresolved problems to management to promote good customer relations.
  • Maximized revenue generation with effective up-selling techniques and customized package offerings.
  • Conducted prospect research to identify potential new donors, expanding the organization''s funding sources and opportunities.
  • Served as primary contact for external inquiries from donors or prospective partners, providing timely and accurate information about the organization.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Arts Management And Entrepreneurship

Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, OH
05.2022

Skills

    Team Collaboration

    Nonprofit experience

    Relationship building

    Donor Relations

Gardening and Horticulture

I found a strong passion for gardening during the pandemic and it has been a major interest in my life ever since. I even began my own garden design company- Corey's Garden Design LLC 

Timeline

Owner and Founder

Corey's Garden Design
04.2024 - Current

Administrative and Development Coordinator

The Center for Arts Inspired Learning
08.2023 - Current

Administrative Coordinator

The Center for Arts Inspired Learning
02.2023 - 08.2023

Executive Assistant to the CEO

The Center for Arts Inspired Learning
09.2022 - 02.2023

Ticket Sales and Donor Representive

Playhouse Square
03.2018 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Arts Management And Entrepreneurship

Baldwin Wallace University

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