Joshua Garmon
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dynamic fundraising leader with a proven track record at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, exceeding revenue goals by 18%. Skilled in corporate engagement and event management, I cultivate strategic relationships and innovate revenue streams, driving impactful results while leading diverse teams to success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Advisor, Area Development
ALSAC St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Responsible for the planning, and execution of one Gala, one Golf Tournament, and one Walk with a FY26 Revenue Goal of $975,000
- Manage and provide oversight of three third party events adding an additional $230,000 in revenue
- Achieved 89% sponsor retention for the Peninsula Golf Tournament while recruiting 9 new sponsors and foursomes
- Increased total revenue 22% year over year for the Peninsula Golf Tournament
- Created secession plan for Peninsula Golf Tournament Committee Members to ensure sustainable growth and longevity
- Grew Anchor of Hope Committee from one member to 10 members
- Increased total Anchor of Hope revenue by 15% in less than one year
- Quickly established trust with national partners, committee members, and corporate partners to increase visibility, trust, and capacity
Director, Leadership Events
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Responsible for the research, planning, and execution of four statewide Galas, and three regional events with a revenue goal of $1.13 million.
- Supervises staff in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Southern Ohio
- Exceeded FY '23revenue goals by 18% resulting in a surplus of $115,200.
- Manage and maintain a constituent portfolio of over $1,000,000 in revenue.
- Cultivate strategic relationships with key business and community leaders to ensure sponsor retention, and enrich the donor pipeline.
- Innovated events and introduced new revenue streams.
- Use market research, industry and competitive data to analyze and develop future direction to increase fundraising.
Development Officer
Boys And Girls Clubs Of Greater Salt Lake
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Manages a robust portfolio of individual donors totaling $360,00 per year.
- Responsible for special events and fundraising galas, totaling $490,000 in revenue for FY21.
- Responsible for planning statewide scholarship competition held at the state capitol and creates opportunities for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake at the State Government level.
- Employs strategies for donor retention and new donor cultivation.
- Increased average gift size by 150% during annual campaign.
- Surpassed annual appeal goals by 50% and special event goals by 10% resulting in $80,000 in surplus revenue
- Interacts with local executive board, special committees, and local businesses to ensure maximum reach and profitability.
- Uses marketing tools and strategies to increase reach, brand recognition, and visibility within the community.
Area Director
Young Life
07.2016 - 09.2021
- Oversees the development of Young Life in Heber City and Midway including leader recruitment and training, fundraising, and ministering to middle school and high school students.
- Prepare, fundraise, and maintain a $103,000 per year budget.
- Developed strategic partnerships with individuals and other non-profit organizations within the Heber Valley.
- Recruited and trained a team of 6 leaders to develop high school and middle school ministry throughout the Wasatch school district.
- Trained all leaders in the Young Life region on development and execution of Gospel proclamation talks.
- Partnered with the Park City area director to run ministry outreach events and trips for 3 ministries.
- Aided and facilitated new leader training at the University of Utah to recruit new leaders.
- Acted as the interim director for the Wasatch Back Young Life overseeing 4 ministry teams and 20 leaders.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs05.2018
Skills
- Corporate Engagement
- Resource Development
- Prospect Development
- Marketing
- Event Management
- Team Leading
- Non-Profit Management
- CRM/Data Management
- Campaign Management
Timeline
Senior Advisor, Area Development
ALSAC St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Director, Leadership Events
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
01.2023 - 05.2024
Development Officer
Boys And Girls Clubs Of Greater Salt Lake
09.2021 - 01.2023
Area Director
Young Life
07.2016 - 09.2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Pikes Peak Community College
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