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Julie A. Powers

Savannah,GA

Summary

Dynamic Relationship Manager with nearly thirty years of local non-profit experience, and a proven track record at United Way of the Coastal Empire. Excels in grant writing and relationship building. Successfully enhanced resource acquisition through strategic community engagement and effective communication, driving significant donor loyalty and satisfaction. Proficient in Salesforce CRM, ensuring meticulous record-keeping and operational efficiency.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Relationship Manager

United Way of the Coastal Empire
Savannah, Georgia
08.2023 - Current
  • Cultivated strong community relationships aligned with UWCE priorities to enhance resource acquisition.
  • Established and maintained long-term connections through active listening and effective communication.
  • Formulated strategies for customer acquisition and retention, driving loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of all client interactions within company CRM system.

Community Development Coordinator

Jewish Educational Alliance
Savannah, GA
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Coordinated workshops and events to promote cultural awareness and education.
  • Collaborated with community partners to enhance resource availability for educational initiatives.

Development Director

Coastal Empire Habitat for Humanity
Savannah, GA
04.2021 - 11.2021
  • Responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising plan, including special events, donor relations, securing sponsorships, and grant-writing and management

Community Engagement Manager

Susan G. Komen Coastal Georgia Affiliate
Savannah, GA
06.2018 - 04.2021
  • Additional tasks: Annual Fund development, fundraising event management, donor relations, and public outreach.

Mission Outreach Coordinator

Susan G. Komen Coastal Georgia Affiliate
Savannah, GA
06.2015 - 06.2018
  • Komen Coastal Georgia Community Grants Program administration and management
  • Referral source for women in need to help locate and secure needed breast imaging
  • Planning and implementation of community-based breast cancer education & outreach programs
  • Planning and execution of annual grants awards luncheon for 135 guests
  • Public Relations, media appearances, and relationship-building with community partners

Team Leader, Mobile Mammography Program

St. Joseph's/Candler Health System
Savannah, GA
05.2004 - 03.2015
  • Oversight/coordination of daily operations of Mobile Mammography Program
  • Seek Request for Proposals and co-author grants for uninsured/medically underserved
  • Collect, organize, and report patient data and program statistics
  • Produce public education articles; published locally and regionally
  • Market program and establish relationships with local healthcare providers

Public Education Coordinator

American Cancer Society/GA DHR
04.2001 - 07.2003
  • Implemented public education campaigns to promote BCCP on state level
  • Created collaborative partnerships to increase effectiveness of public health initiatives
  • Produced and edited a quarterly statewide public education newsletter

Community Cancer Control Manager

American Cancer Society
Savannah, GA
10.1998 - 04.2001
  • Planned, implemented, and evaluated community-based education, mentoring, transportation, and support programs for cancer patients and their families

District Health Specialist for Patient Services and School Health

American Cancer Society
Savannah, GA
12.1996 - 10.1998
  • Planned, implemented, and evaluated community-based education, mentoring, transportation, and support programs for cancer patients and their families

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
08-1996

Skills

  • Grant writing and management
  • Presentation skills
  • Public speaking
  • Relationship building
  • Event planning
  • Organizational skills
  • Efficiency
  • Self-motivation
  • Attention to detail
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Convio (Luminate) expertise
  • Salesforce CRM proficiency

Accomplishments

  • Nominated and selected to the American Society of Breast Surgeons as a Patient Advocate
  • Co-authored multiple grants and received funding of over $315,000 for uninsured residents in Georgia
  • Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Woman of the Year candidate 2014; received Community Award
  • St. Joseph's/Candler 'WE CARE' award for living the company values (Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Courtesy, Accountability, Teamwork); 2005 and 2013
  • 2 volunteer medical mission trips to St. Ann's Bay, Jamaica; 2010 and 2011
  • 1 volunteer medical mission trip to Antigua, Guatemala; 2013

Timeline

Relationship Manager

United Way of the Coastal Empire
08.2023 - Current

Community Development Coordinator

Jewish Educational Alliance
11.2021 - 11.2022

Development Director

Coastal Empire Habitat for Humanity
04.2021 - 11.2021

Community Engagement Manager

Susan G. Komen Coastal Georgia Affiliate
06.2018 - 04.2021

Mission Outreach Coordinator

Susan G. Komen Coastal Georgia Affiliate
06.2015 - 06.2018

Team Leader, Mobile Mammography Program

St. Joseph's/Candler Health System
05.2004 - 03.2015

Public Education Coordinator

American Cancer Society/GA DHR
04.2001 - 07.2003

Community Cancer Control Manager

American Cancer Society
10.1998 - 04.2001

District Health Specialist for Patient Services and School Health

American Cancer Society
12.1996 - 10.1998

Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion

Georgia Southern University