Evelyn Sue Donahoe
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Accomplished Director at Goodwill Industries of Austin, adept in strategic planning and marketing, significantly increased store income by 300%. Co-founded the South Texas Music Walk of Fame, showcasing exceptional creativity and innovation. Excelled in fostering teamwork and mentoring employees, demonstrating a profound ability to lead and inspire.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, South Texas Music Walk of Fame
Brad Lomax. Water Street Market
05.2003 - Current
- As co-founder of this private, non-profit entity, created and designed the criteria for awarding each year's inductees.
- Recruited a committee of leaders in the South Texas Music community and led them to develop the overall plan for growth of the free, public tribute.
- Spearheaded publicity and marketing, working with local and statewide media. Booked the acts which performed, Organized a companion, art show. Wrote press releases, appeared on television and radio shows, promoting the event, and was interviewed by local and regional newspapers.
- Created and managed the website and Facebook page
- Suggested and monitored the budget.
- Planned the final ceremony for the conclusion of the Walk.
Co-Owner, Local Flavor (Record Store)
Self Employed Retailer
03.1994 - 04.2001
- Anticipating an upcoming deluge of independent musicians and the beginnings of CD duplicating, opened a tiny downtown shop devoted only to the "indie" musicians of Austin. Local Flavor became quite renowned. Over six years, grew from 8 recordings, to over 1,000.
- Wrote columns for music magazines in America, Canada, and Belgium and was frequently a guest on Austin radio shows.
- At the request of record stores in Europe and South America, started an international distribution company.
- Local Flavor was the first record store in Texas to sell online.
- Won two internet awards in 2000, before closing for family reasons.
Director of Marketing, Goodwill Industries
Goodwill Industries of Austin
09.1983 - 08.1986
- Trained and supervised managers of 5 stores, then added two more.
- Made presentations to Board of Directors to add stores, update budget requirements, modernize sales training and in-store merchandise standards, create special events .Served as the Face of Goodwill Industries Austin by speaking to Rotary Club, Lions Club, and other civic organizations, as well as appearing as guest on local television and radio.
- Assisted in researching and recruiting board members, sponsors, and funding.
- Increased income from stores threefold, thereby adding funding for training programs for disabled persons.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing, Journalism, Research
St. Edward's University
Austin, TX08.2016
Skills
- Working with Board of Directors and Community Leaders
- Strategic Planning
- Publicity and Marketing
- Verbal and written communication
- Creativity and Innovation
- Training and Staff Development
- Insuring Adherence to Organization Goals
- Budget Development and Control
- Issues Resolution and Negotiation
- Fostering Teamwork
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- Mentoring employees to grow and succeed
Timeline
Director, South Texas Music Walk of Fame
Brad Lomax. Water Street Market
05.2003 - Current
Co-Owner, Local Flavor (Record Store)
Self Employed Retailer
03.1994 - 04.2001
Director of Marketing, Goodwill Industries
Goodwill Industries of Austin
09.1983 - 08.1986
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing, Journalism, Research
St. Edward's University
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