Karen Gruenberg
Dayton,OH
Summary
Dynamic professional with unique work experiences with a proven track record in budgeting and financial management and adept at fostering collaboration across diverse teams. Excelled in enhancing community engagement in grantmaking through Trust Based Philanthropy at The Dayton Foundation, demonstrating exceptional communication skills and a commitment to environmental justice and environmental sustainability.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Engagement Program Officer
The Dayton Foundation
09.2021 - Current
- Manages Grant a Portfolio including: Allegro Fund Grant, Basic Human Needs Grant, Dayton Youth Enrichment Fund Grant, Della B. Gardner, Harmony Fund Grant and The Fund for Higher Education Grant.
- Serves as a Member of the Grant Review Committee for the funds above and for the Greenlight Grants and Discretionary Grant preliminary review.
- Actively builds positive relationships with all area nonprofits using Trust Based Philanthropy principles.
- Helps build the capacity of nonprofit leadership to successfully navigate the complexities of the Foundation's grant funding. Helping Executive Directors, Operations Managers, and Grant Writers understand the landscape of grant opportunities and how to align their projects with the fund criteria. This approach improves the quality of funding requests and also strengthens the sustainability of the organizations.
- Performs site visits to nonprofits in the Greater Dayton Area.
- Leads the Foundations community initiative of the Brain Health Collective partnered with the University of Dayton. Oversees the four workgroups and serves on the Advisory Board.
- Participated in workshops for local area nonprofits, increasing understanding of grants offered.
- Served on a department committee leading the way for the redesign of the simplification of the applications and reporting of granted funds.
- Updates the Grants Committee and Governing Board Members.
- Leads the Foundation's community initiative for Environmental Justice and Environmental Sustainability
- Represents the Foundation in the Community of Foundations, Climate Change Committee Region Five.
- Member of Partners for the Environment Environmental Leaders Program
- Environmental Sustainability Staff Committee Member
- Office Safety Captain
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Centerville City Schools
02.2020 - 10.2022
- Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
- Enhanced classroom management skills by implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
- Developed strong relationships with students and other school staff to help foster a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.
- Followed detailed daily lesson plans.
- Communicated with teachers with recaps from the times I taught in their classroom.
Spay & Neuter and Wellness Clinic Office Manager
The Spartanburg Human Society and Animal Allies
10.2002 - 07.2007
- Oversaw facility maintenance to ensure cleanliness, safety, and compliance with relevant regulations at all times.
- Responsible for scheduling client appointments
- Created and maintained Microsoft Access Database for medical records and microchips.
- Assisted in all Clinic duties, main priority, pre and post operative care for all animals.
- Managed all communication with clients for pet conditions and post surgery instructions.
- Pharmacy inventory and supply ordering
General Manager
Prime Hospitality - AmeriSuites and Wellesley Inn
07.1997 - 07.2002
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed the property and department budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress. Increased revenue per available room (REVPAR) at each property.
- Managed a diverse team (Front Desk, Housekeeping, Maintenance and Sales) of employees, fostering a positive work environment.
- Implemented strategies to increase Guest Service Scores.
- Improved and/or passed all internal audits.
- Cultivated relationships with guests, vendors, and coworkers to ensure long-term success.
- Served as main contact at the hotel from the home office.
- Completed weekly payroll.
- Upheld the highest standards of cleanliness and staff conduct.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Restaurant, Hotel & Tourism Management
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-1997
Skills
- Adaptability
- Budgeting and financial management
- Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Computer Skills
- Customer Service
- Documentation Review
- Guest & Client Services
- Public Speaking
- Proficient in Foundation Power, Microsoft Office and Salesforce
- Project planning
- Research and analysis
Affiliations
- Girl Scouts of United States of America
- Junior League of Dayton
- Partners for the Environment
- Scouting America (Formally Boy Scouts of America)
- She Runs This Town, Dayton Chapter
- Women in Business Network (WiBN)
Timeline
Community Engagement Program Officer
The Dayton Foundation
09.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Centerville City Schools
02.2020 - 10.2022
Spay & Neuter and Wellness Clinic Office Manager
The Spartanburg Human Society and Animal Allies
10.2002 - 07.2007
General Manager
Prime Hospitality - AmeriSuites and Wellesley Inn
07.1997 - 07.2002
Bachelor of Science - Restaurant, Hotel & Tourism Management
Purdue University
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