GINGER M. LINDSEY
Scottsdale
Summary
Experienced in alumni relationships, development, and solicitation. Strong background in project management and team coordination for successful outcomes. Consistently improving operational efficiency and implementing strategic enhancements. Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills, prioritizing effective communication and problem-solving as key drivers of success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director, Advancement & Alumni Services
Emory University
12.2022 - Current
- Coordinate operational support for the advancement and alumni engagement program within a designated school/unit, ensuring program success through collaboration with both departmental and central service teams.
- Develop strategic plans and objectives to strengthen relationships, improve communication, and enhance teamwork across various departments.
- Write and create briefings, reports, letters, and other written materials for the advancement team, supporting the program's strategic initiatives.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously to support the strategic goals of the school/unit, maintaining alignment with overall organizational objectives.
- Provide guidance in the collection and routing of data for updates in CRM systems, ensuring gifts and donor records are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Provide administrative and event support, as needed, to ensure smooth operations and execution of alumni events.
- May administer and monitor program budgets to ensure efficient use of resources.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support the advancement and alumni engagement efforts.
Program Manager, Goizueta Business School
Emory University
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with staff and clients to define event goals, objectives, and operational procedures.
- Developed task assignments and support the overall project plan as set by program leadership.
- Managed event planning timelines and provide weekly status updates to the Director of Operations.
- Identified necessary non-financial resources required for event execution.
- Prepared budgetary recommendations, negotiate terms with vendors, and manage event expenses to stay within agreed-upon net contribution margins.
- Worked with Marketing and Communications (MarComm) designers to create invitations, promotional materials, and printed collateral for events, including custom programs and open enrollment.
- Oversaw event registration and manage enrollments through designated systems for both individual and institutional clients.
- Facilitated event briefings and coordinate with speakers/presenters.
Coordinator, Advancement and Alumni Engagement
Emory University
07.2019 - 11.2022
- Supported program operations and provides administrative support for advancement and alumni engagement staff in a school or unit
- Served as primary liaison to departments within the school or unit as well as central service departments, working to build mutually beneficial relationships, improve communication and collaborative teamwork, and increase campus understanding of advancement and alumni engagement processes
- Provided administrative support for team projects and travel, such as budget management and transaction support, including reconciling and submitting transaction reports, expense reports, purchase orders, check requests, and invoices
- Supported team and school/unit leadership in managing special projects and events
- Planned, budgeted and executed multiple events for AAE
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Vice President of Operations
Grouphousing
10.2010 - 02.2017
- Managed, trained and mentored five full time employees
- Served as primary contact for hotels, Convention and Visitor Bureaus, tournament directors, teams and venues
- Negotiated hotel rates and contracts for tournament clients and teams; Prepared bid documents, hotel contracts and rooming lists
- Maintained and updated event websites; Updated Grouphousing website for teams and hotels
- Identified potential new clients via social media, industry tradeshows and events
- Worked in partnership with local city, county government tourism agencies and sports commissions
Senior Sales Manager
LOUISVILLE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
01.2008 - 09.2010
- Served as primary contact with clients and vendors in the sports market
- Prepared and delivered marketing presentations and bid documents
- Negotiated hotel and venue contracts
- Served as liaison to TEAM Kentucky, the State of Kentucky Sports Authority
- Exceeded sales goals for fiscal year 2009-2010
Director of Programs & Operations
FLORIDA SPORTS FOUNDATION
06.1998 - 09.2008
- Oversaw Foundation's programs including Grant Program, Junior Golf Grant Program, PlayFLA Golf, Legislative Day, Professional License Tag Program and Physical Education Recognition Program
- Served as staff liaison between the Foundation Board of Directors and Governor's office; Attended State Legislative meetings and assisted President with new legislation related to the Foundation and other state tourism issues; represented the Foundation in the absence of the President
- Identified and established relationships with corporate partners
- Negotiated partnerships and contracts
- Served as on-site finance manager for the Sunshine State Games and Senior Games events
Education
Graduate Coursework - Sports Administration
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration
West Virginia University
Skills
- Ground-Up Program Development
- Presentation & Interpersonal Skills
- Event Planning & Execution
- Marketing Collateral Development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Meeting facilitation
- Customer relationship management
Currentaffiliations
- St. Baldrick's Foundation
- Lifeline Animal Rescue
- Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research
Advancedtraining
- Certified Sports Event Executive - NASC Professional Development
- Leadership Gwinnett
Timeline
Assistant Director, Advancement & Alumni Services
Emory University
12.2022 - Current
Program Manager, Goizueta Business School
Emory University
03.2022 - 11.2022
Coordinator, Advancement and Alumni Engagement
Emory University
07.2019 - 11.2022
Vice President of Operations
Grouphousing
10.2010 - 02.2017
Senior Sales Manager
LOUISVILLE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
01.2008 - 09.2010
Director of Programs & Operations
FLORIDA SPORTS FOUNDATION
06.1998 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration
West Virginia University
Graduate Coursework - Sports Administration
Florida State University
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