Crystal R. Hawks
Petersburg,VA
Summary
Educator and leader with 7+ years of experience building strong relationships, engaging diverse communities, and inspiring participation in shared goals. Skilled in clear communication, trust-building, and motivating stakeholders through storytelling and outreach. Adept at organizing initiatives, managing records, and collaborating across teams. Excited to apply relationship-driven experience to donor cultivation and stewardship in support of HumanKind's mission.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Virginia
, VA
08.2018 - Current
- Built trust with families through transparent communication, consistent follow-up, and solutions-focused support.
- Delivered presentations and facilitated group engagement, inspiring students and families to commit to long-term goals.
- Tracked progress, documented results, and adapted strategies to improve individual and community outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues and administrators to plan initiatives and align goals with organizational priorities.
Shift Leader / Store Manager
Aldi Grocery
Richmond, VA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Supervised and trained a team of 15+, fostering accountability, collaboration, and efficiency in a high-volume environment.
- Balanced operational priorities with customer satisfaction, emphasizing relationship management and problem-solving.
- Developed leadership and communication skills directly applicable to cultivating and stewarding community relationships.
Education
M.A. - English
Southern New Hampshire University
New Hampshire, OH09-2026
M.A. - Shakespeare & Performance
Mary Baldwin University
Staunton, VAB.A. - English
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VASkills
- Relationship Building & Trust Development
- Stakeholder Communication & Engagement
- Public Speaking & Storytelling
- Data Tracking & Documentation (Records/Reports)
- Strategic Outreach & Collaboration
- Organizational & Deadline Management
- Coaching, Mentoring & Leadership
- Content creation
- Public speaking
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Educator
Virginia
08.2018 - Current
Shift Leader / Store Manager
Aldi Grocery
01.2015 - 01.2018
M.A. - English
Southern New Hampshire University
M.A. - Shakespeare & Performance
Mary Baldwin University
B.A. - English
Virginia State University
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