Evie Ponder
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Skilled in collaboration and nonprofit management, significantly contributing to long-term growth and success. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Associate
A New Way Of Life Reentry Project
Los Angeles, CA
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Maintained highly intensive schedule of visiting with potential donors and delivering compelling presentations and comprehensive fundraising proposals.
- Cultivated relationships with community, business and local civic leaders in order to draw attention to bring in new donors and volunteers.
- Researched possible grants and created proposals to submit along with grant applications.
- Identified training needs and developed content while evaluating existing programs.
- Attended special events, acting as client representative and making new contacts with possible donors.
- Promoted development initiatives via social media platforms, increasing public awareness and support for the organization''s mission.
- Conducted thorough research to identify new potential funding sources and partnerships.
Kitchen Manager
FCI Dublin
Dublin, CA
02.2018 - 09.2021
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
General Manager
IHOP
Honolulu, HI
09.2011 - 01.2017
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
Education
Drug Abuse Counseling
California College-San Diego
San Diego, CASkills
- Nonprofit experience
- Deadline-oriented
- Oral and written communications
- Public Speaking
- Strategic Planning
- Collaboration Abilities
- [Instrument] proficiency
- Studio Recordings
- Music writing
- Writing Lyrics
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Development Associate
A New Way Of Life Reentry Project
04.2022 - 06.2024
Kitchen Manager
FCI Dublin
02.2018 - 09.2021
General Manager
IHOP
09.2011 - 01.2017
Drug Abuse Counseling
California College-San Diego