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Emily Clark

Grand Blanc

Summary

Results-oriented communication professional with a proven ability to identify and solve problems both independently and collaboratively. Experienced in the non-profit sector, I excel in analytics, data management, writing, relationship-building, and event management. Known for my open-mindedness and commitment to collaboration and accountability, I consistently enhance organizational performance and team effectiveness.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Director of Development

Scouting America
10.2024 - Current
  • Cultivate relationships with donors, volunteers, and local businesses and community groups to promote the scouting mission and educate on current local programs
  • Successfully led a team of Committee members for local fundraising as well as multiple events annually to reach my fundraising goals.
  • Attended many multi-day training sessions to better my leadership and fundraising skills.
  • Recruit new volunteers to join my event committees and Flint Fundraising Board.
  • Of the events I have completed this year, I have well exceeded my fundraising goals as well as successfully raised over $150,000 so far in Annual Fund donations.

External Relations Administrator

Flint Institute of Music
07.2022 - 10.2024
  • Extracted reports and organized data to be easily understood by other staff members. By using my knowledge in excel and the Tessitura CRM database, I was able to present data to board members and team members on donor data efficiently and accurately.
  • Recorded donations received to FIM in the Tessitura data and financial tracking system and updated the system with the correct recognition listings, dietary restrictions, contact information, etc. For the individual and corporate donors with extreme attention to detail
  • Created tax acknowledgment letters for each donation while following IRS charitable giving standards for every method of giving.
  • Collaborated with development team members in coordinating auctions and sponsor-centered events to garner more brand awareness and donor support while offering unique and personalized experiences for donors and patrons.

Mortgage Underwriter

United Wholesale Mortgage
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Reviewed various legal and mortgage documents to assess the risk level and eligibility of loans and effectively communicated and resolved unexpected issues with mortgage brokers.
  • Kept extensive record of the documents I reviewed and gave detailed explanations for Auditors and brokers alike by leaving detailed notes in the file, phone calls, emails, and video messages
  • Maintained fluid communication with other departments within UWM that impact the loans being reviewed as to streamline the loan approval process and help the broker achieve their goals faster

Communications Intern

University of Michigan- Flint, College of Health Sciences
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • Managed the social media pages of the College of health sciences, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, with the goal of increasing enrollment in the department’s various programs.
  • Created content calendars for posting, carefully planning out which content to push depending on what type of platform is being used.
  • Networked with staff and students in the department and healthcare professionals in the area to write dynamic posts to promote page involvement.

Sales Associate

Cosmoprof
02.2019 - 08.2021
  • Assisted customers navigate the store, complete sales, and process returns. Resolved concerns using strong communication and conflict management skills with expert sales abilities.
  • Increased per-customer revenue by proactively suggesting additional cosmetic purchases. Exceeded quotas frequently with continuous attention to customer needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Psychology

University of Michigan - Flint
Flint, MI
12.2021

Skills

  • Tessitura
  • Blackbaud
  • Canva
  • Excel
  • Microsoft Teams

  • Outlook
  • Corporate sponsorships
  • Donor relations
  • Volunteer management

Certification

  • Athena International Woman’s Leadership Program Certification of Completion
  • Explore Flint and Genesee County Certified Tourist Ambassador
  • Certified Esthetician

Certifications

Athena International Woman’s Leadership Program Certification of Completion

Explore Flint and Genesee County Certified Tourist Embassador

Certified Esthetician

Timeline

Associate Director of Development

Scouting America
10.2024 - Current

External Relations Administrator

Flint Institute of Music
07.2022 - 10.2024

Mortgage Underwriter

United Wholesale Mortgage
02.2022 - 07.2022

Communications Intern

University of Michigan- Flint, College of Health Sciences
07.2021 - 12.2021

Sales Associate

Cosmoprof
02.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Psychology

University of Michigan - Flint