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LAURA GURISKO

Clayton,NC

Summary

Collaborative Director with 10 years of comprehensive experience as a nonprofit leader. Decisive and versatile professional, well-versed in executing business strategies, preparing and implementing business plans, and overseeing financial performance. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational improvement. Excels in relationship building, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring growth and enhancement of team performance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Walk Top End Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's Association
Raleigh, NC
08.2021 - Current
  • Increased revenue over a 5-season period, resulting in over $1.6 million in mission-critical funds.
  • Coaches a team of 50 or more volunteers annually.
  • Develops and implements successful fundraising strategies to maximize donor engagement.
  • Established relationships with key stakeholders in the community to increase the relevance of the organization's mission.
  • Leads cross-functional teams in the development of innovative solutions to complex problems.
  • Researches best practices in volunteer management and recommends changes accordingly.
  • Participates in meetings with senior staff members to discuss current and long-term fundraising objectives.

Community Development Manager

American Cancer Society
Raleigh, NC
09.2015 - 06.2020
  • Coordinated over 25 fundraising events to generate over $750,000 in revenue.
  • Produced and updated organizational records and reports, including organizing budgets and documentation.
  • Recruited, screened, and trained key leadership volunteers.
  • Administered contracts to deliver outstanding vendor coordination, timeline development, budgeting and day of coordination services.
  • Identified issues and implemented appropriate solutions to ensure quick and effective remediation.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Campbell University
GuriskoBuies Creek, NC
12.2013

Associate of Arts - History

Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FL
05.2010

Skills

  • Business Administration
  • Project management
  • Organization
  • Event Coordination
  • Logistics
  • Change management
  • Problem solving
  • Data analysis
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Goal setting
  • Adaptability
  • Analytical skills
  • Customer Service
  • Team-building activities
  • Campaign development
  • Budget management

Timeline

Director, Walk Top End Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's Association
08.2021 - Current

Community Development Manager

American Cancer Society
09.2015 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Campbell University

Associate of Arts - History

Northwest Florida State College

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