Kate Siefert

Dig it for the House Beach Volleyball Tournament

• Development Committee Member - secured the event's presenting sponsor in 2024 and 2025
• Made cold calls to request donations and connected with current contacts to secure thousands of dollars worth of sponsorship funds ahead of the event

Ronald McDonald House Charity Steer Show

• Supported the annual event as a team member and emcee
• Communicated with businesses and community members to request donations leading up to the show.
• Promoted the event and donation opportunities through social media in order to secure thousands of dollars for RMHC.

Paint the Town Center Red

• Silent Auction Committee member
• Assisted the team with securing thousands of dollars worth of donations for PTCR's silent auction by reaching out to dozens of local businesses in a fundraising effort.
• Supported an engaging, fun, and smooth-running event by helping with organization and planning.

• Development Committee Member
• Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations for Sneaker Soiree, the largest fundraiser for Girls On The Run.
• Personally secured thousands of dollars worth of donations that went toward the event's Silent Auction.
• Mentored young girls who participate in the organization, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.

• Created relationships with community members, city, state, and business leaders
• Wrote, edited and produced stories for television and digital channels.
• Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
• Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and political leaders.
• Covered high-profile events including presidential visits, Ohio State football games, elections, natural disasters and was invited to the White House to interview First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden in 2023.

• Collaborated with producers and management to develop newscasts, story ideas and promotions.
• Helped our viewers navigate through the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Shot and edited game highlights and segments for West Virginia University and Ohio State University football games.
• Covered local sports across the Ohio Valley
• Hosted a sponsored "Sports Challenge' segment. Community members would challenge me in a one-on-one competition, allowing them to showcase their skills in a wide range of sporting activities.