Grace McElroy
Richmond,Virginia
Summary
Versatile and impact-driven early career professional with expertise in project management, technical writing, strategic communication, and development. Experience in non-profit and community based roles driving impact through collaboration and problem solving. Passionate about advancing social impact and international development via effective, sustainable solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Leader
Putney Student Travel
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Lead experiential educational trips to inspire students to become engaged and aware global citizens
- In collaboration with co-leader, demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, risk mitigation and multitasking skills while managing fourteen students abroad
- Managed a budget exceeding $18,000, ensuring financial accountability and resource allocation
Hut Crew Member
Appalachian Mountain Club
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided high-quality service to over 200 hikers and business groups (daily), enhancing customer satisfaction, repeat visits, and backcountry safety
- Managed hut finances and facilitated wilderness navigation, rescue missions, leadership, and conservation efforts amongst youths and adults in a remote back-country environment
Lead Camp Counselor & Department Head
Camp Onaway
06.2018 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with 22 other counselors to lead 90 campers through a seven week summer camp session focused on outdoor leadership development and community growth
- Spearheaded multi-day outdoor expeditions, directly impacting the personal growth, problem solving skills, and resilience of 90 campers
- Facilitated fundraising and grantmaking decisions through Onaway's, Girls of Onaway Fund and advised campers on how to make donation allocation decisions
Reforesting Associate
WWOOF Programs
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Gained cross-cultural experience contributing to sustainable agriculture and re-foresting practices in rural Portugal after the devastating wildfires of 2017
Student Marketing Ambassador
Accountanomics
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Promoted a business simulation game designed for students in economics, accounting, and finance during a one month promotional internship
Field Associate
Agriberry Farms
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Maximized business profits through hands-on agricultural work, including planting, harvesting, and crop maintenance
HR Assistant & Front Desk Coordinator
Sheltering Arms Institute
07.2020 - 02.2021
- Provided excellent customer service and acted as a liaison between visitors, patients, and hospital staff at a nationally recognized non-profit rehabilitation hospital
- Assisted in administrative work and in support of the HR lead
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Economics
Sewanee: The University of The South
Sewanee, TN05.2023
High School Diploma -
St. Catherine's School
Richmond, VA05.2018
Skills
- Motivating Teams
- Creative and Technical Writing
- Leadership
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Hobbies
Creative Writing, Social Impact Investing, Resilience, Off-The-Grid Living, Comedy, Business Innovation, Public-Sector Research
Timeline
Leader
Putney Student Travel
04.2024 - 09.2024
Hut Crew Member
Appalachian Mountain Club
08.2023 - 12.2023
Reforesting Associate
WWOOF Programs
05.2022 - 06.2023
Student Marketing Ambassador
Accountanomics
12.2021 - 02.2022
Field Associate
Agriberry Farms
02.2021 - 05.2021
HR Assistant & Front Desk Coordinator
Sheltering Arms Institute
07.2020 - 02.2021
Lead Camp Counselor & Department Head
Camp Onaway
06.2018 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Economics
Sewanee: The University of The South
High School Diploma -
St. Catherine's School
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