Danielle Pourbaix, MBA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record, enhancing operational efficiency and driving financial growth. Skilled in strategic project execution and effective communication, I successfully manage a $6M revenue-generating Club while elevating member engagement. Passionate about building relationships and fostering collaboration for impactful results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Walpole Country Club
Walpole, USA
01.2024 - Current
- Directs operations of six department managers alongside a large seasonal workforce exceeding one hundred personnel.
- With Board, manage development of capital funds supporting future expansion of the Club.
- Oversee operations for high-volume golf facility of 650+ members generating over $6M in revenue annually.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, driving substantial financial growth within 12 months as GM.
- Elevated member and employee engagement with improved communication strategies including a new website and social media presence.
Director of Business Operations (Contract)
Walpole Country Club
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed all daily operations of private Club during critical period without General Manager or Financial Controller.
Golf Event / Pro Shop Coordinator
Walpole Country Club
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Part-time position while in graduate school, facilitated communication between external event contacts and Club departments (Golf; Business Office; F&B).
Director of Development
School the World
Boston, USA
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Led efforts in development, marketing, and communications through COVID-19.
- Established a funding initiative ensuring sustained operations during a 60%+ downturn in fundraising revenue.
- Coordinated organization of virtual fundraising events, amounting to over $400K.
Assistant Director, Development: Fundraising Events
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Boston, USA
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed all aspects of strategy and logistical execution to enhance BWH's event fundraising initiatives.
- Boosted BWH’s golf program growth through various events, including the introduction of an exclusive celebrity/VIP tournament series.
- Supervised a program at BWH raising $1.5M annually via over 40 volunteer-hosted events.
- Spearheaded volunteer leadership development and established event steering committees.
- Partnered with communications and corporate teams to manage campaign implementation effectively.
Associate Director, Development + Alumni Relations
Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund
Norton, USA
08.2012 - 12.2017
- Managed communication channels with volunteers, alumni, donors, Board members, committees, event sponsors, and supporting organizations.
- Supported the preparation and implementation of key events, notably a $1M Centennial Gala.
- Directed efforts to achieve and exceed $5M fundraising milestone through major capital campaign.
- Oversaw communications across website, email, social media, publications.
Education
MBA - Entrepreneurship
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Professional Certificate - Project Management
Cornell University
Professional Certificate - Sports Philanthropy
The George Washington University
BA - Sport Management + Journalism
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Skills
- Operational Efficiency
- Effective Communication
- Strategic Project Execution
- Interpersonal Relationship Building
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute
- CPR / AED Certified - American Red Cross
Honors
- Pan-Mass Challenge Heavy Hitter
- Francis Ouimet Scholar
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
General Manager
Walpole Country Club
01.2024 - Current
Director of Business Operations (Contract)
Walpole Country Club
12.2022 - 12.2023
Golf Event / Pro Shop Coordinator
Walpole Country Club
12.2020 - 12.2022
Director of Development
School the World
03.2020 - 11.2020
Assistant Director, Development: Fundraising Events
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
02.2018 - 03.2020
Associate Director, Development + Alumni Relations
Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund
08.2012 - 12.2017
MBA - Entrepreneurship
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Professional Certificate - Project Management
Cornell University
Professional Certificate - Sports Philanthropy
The George Washington University
BA - Sport Management + Journalism
University of Massachusetts Amherst
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