JENNIFER LACY
OKC,OK
Summary
I spent the first 20 years of my career learning and growing in the field of marketing and communications. The last 15 years I have taken that experience and put it to work as a development director in non-profit. In 2020, as a result of the pandemic, my position was eliminated with 300 of my co-workers. I went to work for a small non-profit before making it to the wonderful world of AHA. As I look to my final 15 or so years in my career, I am anxious to share the excitement of development and opportunity with other directors. AHA offers so many great ways for the community to show support and I am anxious to continue sharing the mission.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Development Manager
American Heart Association
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2023 - Current
- Managed and coordinated two heart walks in Oklahoma, along with organizing Cycle Nation event in Oklahoma City.
- Created and implemented tactics to reach financial development targets
- Maximized constituent management effectiveness
- Managed Senior Development Coordinator
- Actively pursued the accumulation of foundational knowledge
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DIABETES SOLUTIONS OF OKLAHOMA
Oklahoma City, OK
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed and executed all aspects of fundraising efforts for a small, local non-profit.
- First development staff in organization, working towards creating a sweeping culture change by promoting giving through various events, major gifts, grants, and simple peer-to-peer fundraising.
SENIOR DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
MARCH OF DIMES
03.2010 - 12.2020
- Oversaw all aspects of community engagements, including organizing walks, galas, major gifts, and planned giving for the Oklahoma City region.
- Maintained effective partnerships with board members, directors, volunteers, and families
- Introduced Project NICU, an innovative community project aimed at fostering stronger relationships with hospitals and delivering vital assistance to families in need. Serving over 1,000 Oklahoma families annually, this program has since expanded its impact nationwide.
- Had responsibility for all written communication including press releases and social media posts.
- Accountable for successfully managing a $1M fundraising budget
Education
Communications
University of Central Oklahoma
05-1993
General Studies
Guthrie High School
05-1988
Skills
- Fundraising
- Communications (oral and written)
- Creative Problem Solving
- Public Speaking
- Volunteer Leadership and Engagement
Timeline
Senior Development Manager
American Heart Association
01.2023 - Current
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DIABETES SOLUTIONS OF OKLAHOMA
02.2022 - 01.2023
SENIOR DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
MARCH OF DIMES
03.2010 - 12.2020
Communications
University of Central Oklahoma
General Studies
Guthrie High School