Katie Bastianelli
Pittsford,NY
Summary
Ambitious, motivated professional eager to make an impact in fundraising initiatives, donor relations, or acting as a primary liaison/point of contact. Strong communicator and writer able to prioritize and work independently or in team settings. High energy and trustworthy with strong work ethic.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Coordinator and Scholarship Liaison
Monroe Community College Foundation
07.2023 - Current
- Organized an annual 5K fundraising event of approximately 500 people, including identifying and securing sponsorships and donations, maintaining relationships with donors for additional/repeat events, leading a yearlong committee and designating tasks as needed, and meeting or exceeding expected goals.
- Planned special events for donors/sponsors to create awareness and raise funds.
- Organized crowdfunding campaigns for teams and clubs to pursue funds for specific or collective projects.
- Enhanced fundraising efforts by developing and implementing strategic plans for donor outreach and engagement.
- Served as the main point of contact for scholarship recipients to resolve issues and create opportunities with the students for donors at Foundation events.
Assistant Business Development Manager
Little America, LLC
03.2020 - 07.2023
- Handled business growth by identifying and adding clients to current company programs.
- Creative approach to creating new programs in the company to promote growth, including offering teaching components tailored to business English learners, travelers requiring English skills and TOEFL students.
- Acted as the liaison between the company and clients and the face of the company by troubleshooting and providing solutions to client needs.
- Managed all HR matters including recruitment, staff selection and onboarding of new staff and clients.
- Successfully filled all open positions for staff and client placement.
Project Team Leader
eModeration
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Managed and directed clients' projects by conducting quality control and adhering to client guidelines.
- Supported and managed moderators working on client projects by providing timelines for work completion, building a strong team relationship through various activities, and encouraging an open environment to generate proactive approaches on projects and new ideas.
- Troubleshooted issues that arose within the team of moderators including ensuring resolution in a timely manner and working with the team to make sure there was an understanding of procedure and outcome.
- Liaised with the client to ensure project satisfaction.
- Ensured the team maintained the client's brand reputation.
International Relations Manager
Robert Wirth Fund
11.2005 - 12.2006
- Liaison responsible for all correspondence with the EU & US, including international travel, translating and preparing Italian/English presentations.
- Handled general HR functions including recruitment and onboarding of staff, development and training on new programs and conflict resolution.
- Organized international and national events to spread publicity.
- Facilitated and managed international scholarship and grant activity.
- Acted as the bridge between the company and international students.
Education
Master Certificate - HR Management
Villanova University
06.2008
M.A. - International Relations
St. John's University, Italy
01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - French
Union College
Schenectady06.2002
Skills
- Confident and professional communicator
- Adaptive learner
- Initiative-taker
- Strong attention to detail
- Team first attitude
Languages
Italian
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Interests
Animal rescue, animal wellbeing, animal fostering, reading, racket sports, hiking, community engagement, travel
Timeline
Development Coordinator and Scholarship Liaison
Monroe Community College Foundation
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Business Development Manager
Little America, LLC
03.2020 - 07.2023
Project Team Leader
eModeration
01.2008 - 01.2011
International Relations Manager
Robert Wirth Fund
11.2005 - 12.2006
M.A. - International Relations
St. John's University, Italy
Master Certificate - HR Management
Villanova University
Bachelor of Arts - French
Union College
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