Ellen Solich
Nashville,IN
Summary
Have personally raised over $70 million. Thoroughly educated in charitable giving tax law and the various vehicles for achieving specific goals when making charitable contributions. Extremely self-motivated as demonstrated by working from home while still exceeding production goals. Dedicated development professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Skilled in Crescendo, Raiser’s Edge, Enterprise, Andar, Classy and Constant Contact systems.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource Development Director
United Way Of Bartholomew County
05.2021 - Current
- Evaluate advertising and promotion programs for compatibility with fundraising efforts.
- Develop fundraising activity plans to maximize participation and contributions while minimizing costs.
- Establish goals and procedures for solicitation, funds management and disbursement.
- Maintain professional working relationships with individuals from various outside organizations to support campaign target goal and increase dollars given.
- Write funding requests and grant applications to obtain additional funds for operating needs.
- Plan and coordinate special events and fundraising activities throughout year, enlisting support from staff, board members and volunteers.
- Contact corporate representatives, government officials, community leaders and individual prospects/donors to increase awareness of organizational causes and raise funds.
Divisional Planned Giving Director
The Salvation Army
11.2006 - 10.2017
- Directed activities and oversaw planned giving production of staff members in Kentucky/Tennessee Division.
- Provided continuing education for staff and leadership throughout the division.
- Hired and trained new staff/Associate Planned Giving Directors.
- Developed fundraising activity and marketing plans for the division to maximize participation.
- Conducted research to identify goals, net worth and charitable donation history related to potential donors.
- Ensured that all units of The Salvation army throughout the division were active participants in the planned giving process.
- Worked with Attorneys, CPAs and Financial Planners to promote client benefits of making charitable gifts.
- Determined target demographics and devised strategic marketing initiatives to reach target audiences.
- Oversaw and enhanced public relations and fundraising programs across entire Kentucky/Tennessee region.
Major Giving Representative
The Salvation Army
02.1997 - 11.2006
- Worked from home to secure funds of up to $7 million annually to support the work and mission of The Salvation Army.
- Developed seminar presentations to reach out to prospects and enrich marketing efforts.
- Worked with Advisory Boards, Women’s Auxiliaries, and Community Leaders to secure their support.
- Had face to face conversations to evaluate what motivated current donors to give in an effort to share how their gifts could directly create the positive change they sought.
- Promoted the benefits of making charitable contributions to the community through personal visits and speaking engagements.
- Sent personal letters and handwritten notes to make donors aware of just how much their gift was appreciated and how great an impact it would have.
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities through online CRM database.
- Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
Donor Information Researcher
Mississippi College
04.1995 - 02.1997
- Researched the giving histories of potential individual donors and foundations.
- Ensured up-to-date logistical and financial information was available on current donors.
- Planned special alumni events that promoted the institution and provided opportunities for personal fellowship with college officials.
Scheduling Representative
Mississippi Governor’s Office
01.1993 - 04.1995
- Coordinated over 250 requests from constituents, business leaders and out-of- state government officials into a workable schedule for the Governor each month.
- Provided a minute-by-minute itinerary each week, as well as backup material the Governor would need to complete each appearance.
Education
Master of Science - Mass Communication
Mississippi College
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MSSkills
- Gift Strategies
- Charitable Tax Law
- Social Media Planning
- Community Relations
- High Net Worth Individuals Marketing
- Targeted Marketing
- Sponsorship Support
- Fundraising Coordination
- Strategic Plan Development
- Supervision of Events
Timeline
Resource Development Director
United Way Of Bartholomew County
05.2021 - Current
Divisional Planned Giving Director
The Salvation Army
11.2006 - 10.2017
Major Giving Representative
The Salvation Army
02.1997 - 11.2006
Donor Information Researcher
Mississippi College
04.1995 - 02.1997
Scheduling Representative
Mississippi Governor’s Office
01.1993 - 04.1995
Master of Science - Mass Communication
Mississippi College
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
The University of Southern Mississippi
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