Katie Dunn
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Driven Executive Designer & Marketing Director with a proven track record at Butterfly Bakery, I doubled business revenue in 16 months through innovative marketing and design strategies. Expert in leadership and marketing knowledge, I excel in team collaboration and problem-solving, significantly enhancing brand visibility and client engagement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions Coordinator
The Bridge Behavioral Health
721 K Street
05.2024 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service during phone and email interactions with prospective students and their families, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with admissions team to develop and implement strategies to improve admissions process.
- Optimized communication strategies between departments involved in the admissions process, fostering collaboration and efficiency.
Executive Designer & Marketing Director
Butterfly Bakery
Lincoln
10.2016 - 04.2024
- Recruited, mentored and coached staff of 12 associates in delivering customer-focused performance.
- Doubled business revenue within 16 months
- Boosted sales by designing and executing creative email marketing campaigns.
- Led strategic marketing campaigns to maximize online visibility.
- Coordinated vision with customers, marketing and project managers.
- Approved final photography and marketing materials for each product.
- Implemented digital marketing initiatives, including social media management and email marketing campaigns, targeting international audiences.
- Enhanced brand awareness with innovative email marketing initiatives.
- Oversaw marketing communications, advertising and events.
- Promoted company design services and developed marketing materials.
- Managed marketing budget efficiently, maximizing return on investment for marketing activities.
- Planned and implemented fundraising events.
- Offered excellent customer service to donors and sponsors to enhance relationships and increase funding.
- Raised significant funds by developing and executing effective fundraising campaigns.
- Developed and executed creative strategies to promote fundraising events.
- Secured major donations for various programs through donor cultivation and relationship building.
- Managed successful fundraising events, including logistics, promotion, and donor engagement efforts.
- Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships, and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
Event Coordinator
Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum
Ashland, NE
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
- Performed event coordination for large parties and gatherings of over 300 people
- Evaluated and selected service providers and vendors according to customer requirements.
- Enhanced donor satisfaction by efficiently coordinating donation pick-ups and dropoffs.
- Streamlined the donation process for a better donor experience, implementing user-friendly online forms and communication platforms.
- Cultivated a positive work environment among team members by promoting open communication, collaboration, and shared decision-making processes regarding donation coordination tasks.
- Facilitated strong relationships with donors through regular communication, providing updates on how their donations made an impact.
- Managed donor databases with attention to detail, ensuring accurate record-keeping for all financial contributions and contact information.
- Maximized tax benefits for donors by providing accurate receipts, documentation, and guidance on claiming deductions related to charitable giving.
Executive Designer & Head Cake Decorator
Hyvee Inc
Lincoln
05.2004 - 10.2016
- Customer Service – Design & Create Cakes – Employee Training – Award winning competitive decorator
- Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays, and graduations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Calhoun High School
05.2003
Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Marketing Knowledge
- Strong Organization
- Team Collaboration
- Decisive & Direct
- Problem-Solving
- Goal Setting
Timeline
Admissions Coordinator
The Bridge Behavioral Health
05.2024 - Current
Event Coordinator
Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum
10.2021 - 09.2022
Executive Designer & Marketing Director
Butterfly Bakery
10.2016 - 04.2024
Executive Designer & Head Cake Decorator
Hyvee Inc
05.2004 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Fort Calhoun High School