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Kate McCann

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Results-driven professional with a combined 12 years of experience in corporate relations and education, specializing in cultivating high-value partnerships, strategic relationship building, and revenue generation. Highly skilled at identifying opportunities, engaging new clients, and managing the full sales and contract process. Proven track record of securing and growing corporate support through clear communication, tailored solutions, and a client-focused approach. Known for a collaborative style, strategic thinking, and the ability to deliver long-term value and measurable results to partners.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations

Miami University
01.2023 - 03.2025
  • Assist in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding corporations in support of the priorities and mission of Miami University
  • Build and manage a portfolio of 40+ corporations
  • Actively work to build and maintain positive and lasting relationships with company executives, individual donors, funding officers, university relations professionals, and key external partners
  • Maintain donor and prospect information accurately and routinely within Miami’s CRM
  • Work with executives and program managers to revamp business plans to meet program objectives for both company external relations initiatives and to provide colleges on campus what they need
  • Solicit donations or sponsorships and promoted organization when attending community events, meetings and conferences
  • Contact corporate representatives, government officials and community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes, activities and needs.

Senior Manager Corporate Relations

Adopt A Class
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Recruited both corporate and community groups, through C-Suite meetings, to partner with non-profit organization in the fight against poverty in the Greater Cincinnati Area.
  • Managed nearly 90 teams of 8-10 individuals in their implementation of our program
  • Worked to retain, and grow, the organizations in our program (P&G, Ethicon, US Bank, Cintas, etc.) in addition to procuring new companies in order to meet our goals
  • Educated and trained our groups on the effects of poverty on the community, coached groups on mentoring best practices, and attended classroom visits to provide feedback
  • Secured funding in the form of large company donations and grants from family foundations
  • Planned events, managed budgets, increased awareness, and aided in the growth of our organization.

Former Classroom Teacher

Various districts across PA, NJ, OH
01.2002 - 01.2018
  • Enhanced individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and offering support.
  • Planned lessons, activities, and trips to meet state standards.
  • Established and enforced behavioral rules to promote social development and positive interactions.
  • Fostered self-esteem and life skills through healthy conflict resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Drove student learning with clear classroom plans, group objectives, and actionable strategies.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators, and counselors to create improvement plans for struggling students.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Penn State University
University Park, PA
05.2002

Skills

  • Relationship Building & Maintenance
  • Clear, Persuasive Communication
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Strategic Problem Solving
  • Corporate sponsorships
  • Skillful, engaging presentation
  • Board relations
  • Effective communication
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Lead generation

Timeline

Associate Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations

Miami University
01.2023 - 03.2025

Senior Manager Corporate Relations

Adopt A Class
01.2018 - 01.2022

Former Classroom Teacher

Various districts across PA, NJ, OH
01.2002 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science -

Penn State University

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