Kimber Brock
Rocky Point,NC
Summary
Dynamic Public Relations Manager and Consulting Grant Writer with a proven track record at Peer Recovery Resources. Expert in PR strategy development and crisis management, adept at fostering media relations and securing grant funding. Demonstrated ability to enhance corporate communications and client success through strategic outreach and resource coordination. Skilled in building professional relationships and delivering impactful presentations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Relations Manager/Consulting Grant Writer
Peer Recovery Resources
08.2021 - Current
- Served as primary liaison between company management and external partners in joint ventures or copromotions.
- Planned and executed successful PR events, ensuring positive exposure for the organization.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create cohesive messaging across all channels for maximum impact.
- Managed internal, external, and crisis communications.
- Actively participated in trade shows and conferences, representing the brand professionally.
- Coordinated and managed sponsorships and sponsorship activation.
- Built strong relationships with key media contacts, resulting in increased press opportunities.
- Led internal communications efforts, fostering a positive corporate culture among employees.
- Wrote engaging and successful press releases to control information and public opinion.
- Established and maintained personal contact and relationships with foundation representatives and with other organizations showing potential for grant funding.
- Negotiated contract terms with clients to secure favorable agreements while maintaining professional relationships throughout engagements.
- Reviewed financial documents to ensure accurate budgetary information was included within proposals, increasing credibility among potential funders.
- Worked with finance and internal departments to gather information for grant proposals and reported on current grant project status.
- Prepared, submitted and managed grant proposals to foundation, governmental and other sources.
- Secured grant funding by researching and identifying relevant opportunities for clients.
- Improved client success rates with thorough grant proposal editing and revisions.
- Displayed outstanding written and oral communication skills via dynamic and informative presentations to groups.
Administrative Assistant/Sales Associate
Tidewater Medical Services
02.2012 - 06.2016
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Education
Vocational - Community Healthcare Worker
Robeson Community College
Lumberton, NC02-2023
Skills
- Crisis Management
- PR strategy development
North Carolina State Certified Peer Support Specialist
Wellness Recovery Action Plan Facilitator
Whole Health Action Management Faciltator
- Internal Communications
- Media Relations
- Resource Coordinator
- Outreach Coordinator
Peer Recovery Resources/Partner of the Year
Peer Recovery Resources is located at The Harrelson Center in Historic Downtown Wilmington. The building houses 32 Non profit Organizations. We are proud to be named Partner of the Year up against all of the amazing organizations that fill this building with hope for all those in need.
Timeline
Public Relations Manager/Consulting Grant Writer
Peer Recovery Resources
08.2021 - Current
Administrative Assistant/Sales Associate
Tidewater Medical Services
02.2012 - 06.2016
Vocational - Community Healthcare Worker
Robeson Community College
Similar Profiles
Faith GurneyFaith Gurney
Outreach & Engagement Coordinator at Peer 2 Peer Recovery Support CenterOutreach & Engagement Coordinator at Peer 2 Peer Recovery Support Center
Joshua GustafsonJoshua Gustafson
Young Person Liaison and Programming Assistant at CORE Peer Recovery CenterYoung Person Liaison and Programming Assistant at CORE Peer Recovery Center
Greg VenutoGreg Venuto
Internship Student at Arlington Peer Recovery CenterInternship Student at Arlington Peer Recovery Center