Kai Decross-Gonzaleas
Miami,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Donor Relations Associate
University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine
04.2023 - Current
- Personally orchestrating and developing the Dean's Roadshow, overseeing the project from start to finish.
- Independently planning 15+ events annually for the Dean, overseeing appearances at medical conferences, and managing receptions hosted as part of the Dean's Roadshow across the US.
- First Donor Relations Associate to receive approval for nationwide travel, responsible for establishing, staffing, and ensuring the smooth production of projects on behalf of the Department of Development and Alumni Relations.
- Contribute to the development of Med'Cane (Medical Magazine), actively involved in the entire process from identifying and documenting initial stories to shaping and refining articles for publication.
- Prepare and execute targeted eBlasts and invitations, ensuring a high level of engagement for all departmental events.
- Manage the medical alumni inbox, providing timely and informative responses to inquiries, fostering positive alumni relations.
- Effectively oversee the JKR scholarship grant process, documenting incoming applications and working directly with stakeholders throughout the process.
- Act as the primary liaison for key donors, prospects, and VIPs, ensuring impeccable communication and swift responses to their inquiries.
Corporate Development and Marketing Intern
Make-a-Wish Georgia
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Translated Make-a-Wish Georgia's outreach campaign to Spanish through identifying a gap in the market of families who may not speak english as a first language.
- Created, revised, and tagged MAW GA's database constituents with their primary language to identify which marketing campaigns should be distributed to different recipients depending on their first language.
- Designed a fundraising campaign that was on the door of all Five Guys restaurants in Savannah, GA.
- Personally worked with, and solicited gifts from all 200+ Walmart and 25+ Sam Club locations in the State of Georgia.
- Organized, maintained, and tracked corporate campaigns, events, and projects.
- Developed social media content and campaigns and analyzed metrics to capture trends and opportunities.
- Conducted research, created company profiles, and developed presentations to support fundraising efforts.
International Student Admissions & Recruitment
Colorado State University-Pueblo
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Managed a team of twelve student employees, overseeing their work schedule, job duties/responsibilities, and commitment to achieving project goals and completion.
- Directed and hosted virtual seminars and events across the globe dedicated to recruitment, along with organizing on-campus activities tailored for international students.
- Oversaw the social media team within the international department, supervising the creation of compelling content, photography, and graphics, while ensuring quality control across social media platforms.
- Proficient in utilizing Canva and Adobe for content management and branding purposes.
- Demonstrate expertise in Slate, Banner, AIS, and Filebound systems.
- Conduct meticulous document screening and evaluate supporting information to determine the admissibility of students in accordance with CCHE guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Media Communication
Colorado State University - Pueblo
Pueblo, CO12.2022
A-Level - Spanish, History, Political Science
Bishopshalt School
London, UK07.2019
Skills
- Project Management
- Communication
- Stakeholder Management
- Organization
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Event Coordination
- Leadership
Certification
Harvard Business School Online
CORe Certificate in Business Analytics, Economics for Managers, and Financial Accounting
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
Donor Relations Associate
University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine
04.2023 - Current
Corporate Development and Marketing Intern
Make-a-Wish Georgia
01.2022 - 12.2022
International Student Admissions & Recruitment
Colorado State University-Pueblo
08.2019 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Media Communication
Colorado State University - Pueblo
A-Level - Spanish, History, Political Science
Bishopshalt School