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Gina Marie Regan

Cincinnati,Ohio

Summary

Results-focused, collaborative and strategic fundraising leader with nearly 15 years experience implementing fundraising strategies, liaising with community stakeholders, Board members and regional leaders, and managing cross-functional teams. Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, and deep understanding of the Cincinnati region's greatest needs and philanthropic landscape.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Development

Corporation for Findlay Market
12.2020 - Current
  • Led the creation of a development department by drafting and implementing a fundraising strategic plan to develop philanthropic sponsorship and fundraising programs, grow marquee fundraising event and expand current opportunities with individual, corporate and foundation partners to meet fundraising goals
  • Identified areas of need, crafted job descriptions, hired and manage two full-time employees, contract grant writers and intern to achieve development goals
  • Increased total contributions, grants and fundraising amount by 63% from FY21 to FY22
  • Increased earnings from annual fundraising event by 127% by increasing attendance capacity and ticket prices, securing more sponsors, and adding new revenue-generating components such as a silent auction, raffles and games
  • Formalized corporate sponsorship program that earns approximately $90,000 annually
  • Created and implemented new fundraising initiatives including Donor Appreciation Month, Christmas Tree Sale and 170th Anniversary Day of Giving to raise awareness and funds
  • Started Friends of Findlay Market membership program to identify prospective donors, increase awareness of CFFM’s programs, and generate revenue; gained 110+ members in less than two years
  • Implemented moves management process with all individual donors, including regular communication, customized strategic giving plans, and through creation of donor acknowledgement and stewardship procedures
  • Lead Board of Directors' Resource Development Committee to leverage Board connections and passion to achieve development goals
  • Lead team of Board members, staff and Ignite Philanthropy consultants in planning of large-scale capital campaign to preserve Findlay Market's community legacy for future generations and expand signature programming
  • Research, identify, create and submit grant applications, and properly track and complete reports for any awarded funds; secured $922,175 in grant funding in FY22
  • Assist with capital needs of market house by identifying and pursuing government funding sources; assisted with procurement of $200,000 from FY23-24 Ohio State Capital Budget
  • Create and manage annual development budget
  • Create and disseminate fundraising materials, including CFFM’s first ever Annual Report, as well as bi-annual fund drive mailers, mass emails, and social media content
  • Research, develop, and maintain close relationships with funders to ensure their philanthropy goals are being met while also supporting CFFM programs
  • Collaborate closely with program and finance teams to strategize on fundraising for specific programs, create budgets, and to ensure funds and data are tracked and utilized properly

Development Manager

Corporation For Findlay Market
04.2018 - 12.2020
  • Managed all CFFM fundraising efforts as part of the Communications Department, including Flavor of Findlay fundraising event, bi-annual mailed appeals, and sponsorship procurement
  • Led donor cultivation efforts through organization of donor database (Salesforce) and creating customized communication plans based on moves management best practices
  • Supervised two full-time employees, three part-time employees, and all volunteers
  • Worked closely with Board of Directors to leverage passion for the mission to achieve organizational goals

Promotion & Events Manager

Corporation for Findlay Market
06.2016 - 04.2018
  • Planned and executed all promotions and events at Findlay Market to generate new and increased shopper traffic for Findlay Market
  • Assisted with fundraising efforts as part of the Communications Department
  • Led tours of Findlay Market for a variety of community stakeholders and visiting groups
  • Worked with community partners to promote Findlay Market as a treasured community institution
  • Supervised three part-time employees and managed volunteer group


Senior Development Coordinator

Cooperative For Education (CoEd)
05.2011 - 06.2016
  • Exercised strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills to plan and execute fundraising trips that strengthened donor relationships, achieved concrete development goals and identified major gifts prospects
  • Traveled internationally to present to Rotary clubs, seeking support and funds
  • Created engaging and informative content for eNewsletters, blog posts, annual appeal letters, case studies, grant reports and other writing projects
  • Employed strong organizational and interpersonal skills to lead volunteer committee in planning and execution of major fundraising event
  • Planned and launched fundraising campaigns to achieve strategic development goals, including “1,000 Girls Campaign” to encourage girls to stay in school
  • Acted as the “Voice of CoEd”, utilizing humor, statistics and candor to update donors on organization and present case for support

Language & Culture Assistant

Huerta del Rosario Secondary School
10.2010 - 05.2011

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Honors College - History, English & Spanish

Xavier University

Skills

  • Donor Relations
  • Community Partnership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Written & Oral Communication
  • Team Building & Training
  • Grant Making
  • Fundraising Campaigns
  • Budgeting and Allocation

Accomplishments

    Leadership Council for Nonprofits

    Development Leaders Circle Participant

    BOLD Class 16 - Board Orientation & Leadership Development Participant

    Ongoing


    United Way of Greater Cincinnati

    Black Empowerment Works Volunteer Community Reviewer

    July-August, 2023


    Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber

    C-Change Leadership Development Class 15 Graduate

    2020-2021


    Women of Cincy

    Leadership Team Member

    2018-2020

Timeline

Director of Development

Corporation for Findlay Market
12.2020 - Current

Development Manager

Corporation For Findlay Market
04.2018 - 12.2020

Promotion & Events Manager

Corporation for Findlay Market
06.2016 - 04.2018

Senior Development Coordinator

Cooperative For Education (CoEd)
05.2011 - 06.2016

Language & Culture Assistant

Huerta del Rosario Secondary School
10.2010 - 05.2011

Bachelor of Arts, Honors College - History, English & Spanish

Xavier University

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