Dawn Weissman
Elkridge,MD
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at The Casey Cares Foundation, adept at nurturing relationships and excelling in oral and written communication. Spearheaded events raising over $556,000, showcasing exceptional event planning and stakeholder engagement skills. Expert in Raiser's Edge with a team-oriented approach to exceed fundraising goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Corporate Relations
The Casey Cares Foundation
08.2012 - Current
- Responsible for securing sponsorships and organizing committees for annual Maryland Gala, annual Golf Tournament, annual Rockfish Tournament, annual 5k and annual Sporting Clay Tournament. Create and manage yearly sponsorship budgets
- Raise 1/3 of organization's overall budget, over $556,0000 in 2023
- Manage, develop, plan and execute cultivation/external fundraising events. Maintain budgets for external events including revenue and expenses
- Nurture and cultivate cash and in-kind donors through phone calls, meetings and gift acknowledgements.
- Ensure that all sponsors benefits are fulfilled
- Plan and attend stewardship events for donors and board members.
- Arrange and attend in-person meetings with donors and key stakeholders. Cultivate personal relationships with donors and board members.
- Write, submit, track and follow-up proposals and requests. Prepare and send quarterly nurturing to to the top 50 donors
Program Coordinator
The Casey Cares Foundation
04.2010 - 10.2012
- Planned all aspects of over 100 family vacations per year. Secured donations for restaurants, hotels, concerts and special events
- Upheld patient confidentiality and communicate with families on a regular basis.
- Tracked, acknowledge and nurture new and existing donors.
- Maintained patient files and donor files in Raiser's Edge.
- Represented Casey Cares at events and in the media
Director of Business Relations
White Star Sales and Promotions
09.2003 - 08.2012
- Proactively recommended products and ideas to customers and prospects to increase marketing visibility
- Initiated, developed and maintained relationships with over 75 venders
- Handled and positively resolved all customer issues, concerns and complaints
- Analyzed and organized office procedures, prepared purchase orders, product quotes, invoices, memos and letters.
- Maintained customer and distributor databases.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre And Journalism
Lynchburg College
Lynchburg, VA05-1994
Skills
- Ability to develop and nurture relationships
- Proficiency in both oral and written communication
- Team Player
- Experienced in Raiser's Edge
- Skilled in event planning and implementation
- Ability to organize, prioritize, work under pressure and meet deadlines
Timeline
Director of Corporate Relations
The Casey Cares Foundation
08.2012 - Current
Program Coordinator
The Casey Cares Foundation
04.2010 - 10.2012
Director of Business Relations
White Star Sales and Promotions
09.2003 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre And Journalism
Lynchburg College
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