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KIMBERLY A. KILLOY

Monroe,CT

Summary

Versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Bring a fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for delivering effective solutions through adaptability and proactive approach.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Annual Giving & Sponsorship Specialist

Nuvance Health Foundation
04.2024 - Current
  • Manage ongoing fundraising appeals for all Nuvance Hospitals in collaboration with Communications, Events, Advancement Services, and Frontline Fundraising teams, including direct mail, email, employee giving campaigns, and grateful patient acquisition
  • Solicit sponsorships for multiple events throughout the fiscal year; manage a small portfolio of annual giving donors to increase revenue

Officer, Leadership Councils & Appeals

Save the Children
02.2022 - 11.2023
  • Led department’s mass communication campaigns; strategized and developed operational logistics for funding appeals, newsletters, and mailings; partnered with intercompany teams to develop donor outreach opportunities
  • Agency liaison to Regional Leadership Councils (donor ambassadors to the agency in their communities); created strategic vision and annual fundraising targets; led donor engagement for all events and program visits; stewarded a portfolio of Council donors and event attendees

Events & Community Relations Specialist

Malta House Inc.
02.2020 - 06.2021
  • Strategized, planned, and successfully executed all agency events, grant writing, and corporate giving, securing significant revenue
  • Media and public relations contact; project manager of website improvements, social media communications, and oversight of several outside consultants—strong relationship builder who established and fostered partnerships with many community organizations, corporations, and foundations

Owner

Kimberly A. Killoy Events
10.2004 - 07.2020
  • Event planning and fundraising professional specializing in event organization, management, execution, branding, and promotions
  • Experience included galas, auctions, health fairs, business meetings, symposiums, press conferences, weddings, webinars, bridal shows, golf outings, school events, reunions, and more
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.

Director of Development & Communications

Human Services Council
12.2014 - 12.2019
  • Dedicated management leader committed to successful fundraising, event planning, grant writing, marketing, public relations and communications for multi-faceted agency.
  • Enhanced donor relationships with personalized communication plans and regular updates on project progress.
  • Developed comprehensive strategic plans to guide long-term growth and sustainability of the organization''s programs.
  • Expanded the organization''s network of supporters through targeted outreach, events, and partnership development.
  • Successfully planned and executed special events that raised awareness about the organization's mission while generating new sources of support.

Board of Directors

McGivney Community Center
09.2012 - 06.2018
  • Company Overview: (volunteer)
  • Board member and committee member of an after-school program and haven for children who reside in the East Side neighborhood of the City of Bridgeport
  • Engaged in events and volunteer activities that raised critical funding necessary to support the agency’s mission - where children don’t just come and go, they come and grow!
  • (volunteer)

Grant Administrator / Coalition Leader

Newtown Prevention Council
11.2010 - 11.2015
  • Successful coalition organizer and grant administrator
  • Created youth programs and parent education and awareness campaigns focused on the prevention and reduction of alcohol, tobacco, and substance use
  • Grant administration included program implementation, preparation of long/short term work plans; quarterly and annual financial reports/analysis, agency communication, public relations, social media, advertising, website updates, and all coalition events

Director of Public Relations

Abby’s All Stars
10.2008 - 10.2010
  • Assisted agency with fundraising events and communications; created all media messaging for digital and print advertising, press releases, and radio and television ads
  • Developed and maintained a database for current and potential donors
  • Researched new grant opportunities, created agency awareness in Fairfield County, and developed community partnerships

Consultant, Financial Services Department

Unilever Home & Personal Care
04.1998 - 10.2004
  • Special projects manager focused on budget analysis, monthly ledger reconciliation and collections; created duplicate payment report for Accounts Payable Department to minimize errors
  • Implemented auto-payments and reports for equipment leases and rental agreements; addressed funds management issues as needed

Customer Management Transition Team Leader, Sales Department

Unilever Foods Division
05.1997 - 04.1998
  • Successfully managed transition of all products, promotions, pricing and customer master files for Unilever’s Foods Division to new headquarters; maintained successful critical business operations
  • Provided necessary training for new staff and implemented new sales planning system for food brokers and sales representatives

Education

Associate of Science - Office Administration

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, Connecticut

Associate of Science - Word Processing

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, Connecticut

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Outlook
  • Teams
  • SharePoint
  • One Drive
  • Zoom
  • Email Marketing
  • Communications
  • Public Relations
  • Press Releases
  • Press Relationships
  • Public Speaking
  • Branding
  • Advertising
  • Promotions
  • Grant Writing
  • Grant Administration
  • Graphic Design
  • Content Creation
  • Newsletters
  • Appeals
  • Fundraising
  • Stewardship
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Social Media Management
  • Coalition Building
  • Community Building
  • Website Management
  • Customer Data Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Event Software
  • Event Planning
  • Event Management
  • Event Promotion
  • Corporate Sponsorship
  • Organized
  • Dedicated
  • Hard working
  • Driven
  • Team player
  • Friendly
  • Outgoing
  • Mentor
  • Volunteer
  • Client management
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Partnership Development
  • Brand Awareness
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Reliability
  • Decision-Making
  • Task Prioritization
  • Self Motivation
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Adaptability
  • Written Communication
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

Annual Giving & Sponsorship Specialist

Nuvance Health Foundation
04.2024 - Current

Officer, Leadership Councils & Appeals

Save the Children
02.2022 - 11.2023

Events & Community Relations Specialist

Malta House Inc.
02.2020 - 06.2021

Director of Development & Communications

Human Services Council
12.2014 - 12.2019

Board of Directors

McGivney Community Center
09.2012 - 06.2018

Grant Administrator / Coalition Leader

Newtown Prevention Council
11.2010 - 11.2015

Director of Public Relations

Abby’s All Stars
10.2008 - 10.2010

Owner

Kimberly A. Killoy Events
10.2004 - 07.2020

Consultant, Financial Services Department

Unilever Home & Personal Care
04.1998 - 10.2004

Customer Management Transition Team Leader, Sales Department

Unilever Foods Division
05.1997 - 04.1998

Associate of Science - Office Administration

Sacred Heart University

Associate of Science - Word Processing

Sacred Heart University

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