Daniele Taylor
Western Washington University
Bellingham
4
years of professional experience
Energetic and adaptable with natural aptitude for leadership and team coordination. Possesses comprehensive understanding of strategic planning and organizational development, coupled with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Committed to driving team success and achieving impactful results.
Work History
Assistant to the Director of Events in University Advancement
1 Year 4 Months- Assisting in planning and executing University Advancement events from initial planning stages through completion and closing of events.
- Supported event setup and breakdown to ensure smooth transitions
- Maintained, distributed, and transported event materials, equipment, and supplies.
- Managed event documents and administrative records using Microsoft Office
- Coordinate event logistics including inventory management, room setup, scheduling, and vendor communication.
Student Ambassador
2 Years 9 Months- Built meaningful relationships with alumni, donors, community members, and university leadership to strengthen long-term engagement.
- Represented Western Washington University Advancement at donor, alumni, and community engagement events, creating welcoming experiences for guests and stakeholders.
- Collaborated with various university departments to help foster successful events
Engagement Center Manager
1 Year 9 Months- Built lasting relationships with alumni and donors through personalized stewardship efforts.
- Led and managed a team of student employees in outreach initiatives and donor engagement.
- Promoted community involvement and supported fundraising campaigns.
- Annual fundraising campaigns that support and generate scholarships for first-generation, underrepresented, and undocumented students
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
- Capstone Project: How Local Police Threats Shape Mobilization of BLM Protest in 2020
- Relevant Coursework: Sociology of Risk and Prevention & Critical Childhood studies & Deviant Behavior
- Professional Development: Sociology of Organizations & Ethical Community Engagement
- Achievements: Selected to be the spokesperson at the annual Seattle scholarship dinner with Western Washington Universities greatest supporters
Skills
Event Logistics & Operations
Project Coordination
Fundraising & Donor Stewardship
Cross-Department Collaboration
Event Budgeting
Event operations
Team Leadership
Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
Public Speaking & Representation
Schedule management
Timeline
Assistant to the Director of Events in University Advancement
Western Washington University
02.2025 - 06.2026Read More
Student Ambassador
Western Washington University
09.2023 - 06.2026Read More
Engagement Center Manager
Western Washington University
09.2022 - 06.2024Read More
Western Washington University
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
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