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Cynthia Whalen

Smithsburg,Maryland

Summary

Desiring an administrative or management-oriented position in an innovative company that recognizes employee potential and offers avenues for skill utilization and career progression. Well-spoken Membership Coordinator promoting a dedicated work ethic and multitasking. A smart professional possessing the talents needed to actively engage others, which has resulted in an increase in membership. Looking to tackle new challenges with an organization that appreciates good decision making and great computer skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Membership Specialist

ASBMB
Rockville, MD
03.2009 - Current
  • Facilitated membership acquisition for international scientific community members.
    Ensured timely payment of membership dues and generated requested information.
    Responded to diverse inquiries via phone and email with effective solutions.
    Assisted in submissions of professional papers for organizational publications.
    Processed verification letter requests related to immigration applications.
    Created Excel spreadsheets from iMIS database for requested member lists.
    Maintained regular communication with members through email and phone outreach.
    Collaborated in identifying new fellows for ASBMB Fellows program, supporting engagement initiatives.

Data Entry Manager

Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD
12.2002 - 01.2009
  • Administered Alumni Database with Oracle's PeopleSoft Contributor Relations module for optimal data integrity.
    Coordinated gift processing and financial postings to uphold accurate financial documentation.
    Compiled monthly financial reports to analyze alumni donation trends.
    Managed updates for addresses and accounts, integrating regular data cleansing efforts.
    Maintained membership records for university athletic organization, ensuring timely updates.
    Guided work-study students in day-to-day tasks within the alumni office.

Assistant to the Director of Development

University of South Carolina - Beaufort
Beaufort, SC
04.1999 - 03.2000
  • Maintained a 'Raiser’s Edge' database by tracking all gifts made to the university, completed monthly financial reports, responsible for all aspects of event planning, which included donor fund-raisers/entertainment and meetings. Other duties include typing, revising and editing all correspondence and reports for the development department as well specific letters for the university's dean's office. Organize all donor lists for pertinent mailings.

Education

High School or equivalent - Foreign Language, concentration in French, International Studies

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
12.1998

High School or equivalent - Early Childhood Education

University of South Carolina - Beaufort
Beaufort, SC
05.1991

High School or equivalent -

Fort Hill High School
Cumberland, MD
05.1985

Skills

  • IMIS and Raiser's Edge
    Euclid Clear Vantage
    PeopleSoft Contributor Relations
    Microsoft Office Suite
    Internet proficiency
    WinSales expertise

Affiliations

Hagerstown Health and Fitness

Morris Frock Post #42 American Legion Auxillary

Additional Info

Blackbaud Raiser's Edge Training, SC Vocational Rehabilitation - Customer Service Class

Timeline

Membership Specialist

ASBMB
03.2009 - Current

Data Entry Manager

Frostburg State University
12.2002 - 01.2009

Assistant to the Director of Development

University of South Carolina - Beaufort
04.1999 - 03.2000

High School or equivalent - Foreign Language, concentration in French, International Studies

West Virginia University

High School or equivalent - Early Childhood Education

University of South Carolina - Beaufort

High School or equivalent -

Fort Hill High School
Cynthia Whalen