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Kristin Makaula

Chicago,IL

Summary

I am a highly relational and innovative leader with a proven track record in strategic leadership, event / program development, and building high capacity teams and volunteers.

Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

VP Strategic Partnerships

KLM Group
09.2022 - Current

Creative, Collaborative & Strategic Solutions.
Relationally driven consulting firm specializing in helping executives, senior leaders and teams in the non-profit sector.


  • Work with the CEO on developing, brokering and managing partner relations and donor-centric engagement activities across multiple continents and contexts.
  • Plan, host, and execute partner/donor events, luncheons and roundtables.
  • Budgets, forecasting, and donor development.
  • Clients include- Alpha USA, He gets us, Stay here, 1825 young adults program, etc.

Manager

Red Door Woodfired Grill
02.2021 - 09.2022

Red Door Grill recently voted Best Restaurant in KC


  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Created and executed strategic plans aimed at increasing profitability while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.

College Program Director

Red Frogs
10.2015 - 01.2021

Sydney University | University of New South Wales | University of Technology Sydney |


  • Ran innovative and engaging programs & events for students ranging from intimate dinners to events with over 3,000 students.
  • Staff and Leadership development -cultivating a culture of innovation, engagement, student health and growth, & community.
  • Recruitment and volunteer training (RA's, Faculty, University Partners)
  • Managed budgets for events and programs


Executive Assistant

Hillsong Global Board & National Director
01.2013 - 10.2015
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements
  • Board and Australia Campus Reports
  • Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
  • Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace.
  • Provided professional administrative support during board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties.
  • Supported executives in decision-making processes by conducting research and presenting findings in clear formats.
  • Prepared and edited presentations on behalf of executives for both internal meetings and external conferences.

Education

Advanced Diploma of Theology - Theology

Hillsong International Leadership College
Sydney, Australia
12.2014

Associate of Arts -

Maple Woods College
Kansas City, MO
05.2011

Skills

  • Communication
  • Event Planning
  • Program Development
  • Cross-Department Collaboration
  • Team Leadership
  • Relationship Building
  • Staff & Volunteer Training/Development
  • Strategic Planning

Timeline

VP Strategic Partnerships

KLM Group
09.2022 - Current

Manager

Red Door Woodfired Grill
02.2021 - 09.2022

College Program Director

Red Frogs
10.2015 - 01.2021

Executive Assistant

Hillsong Global Board & National Director
01.2013 - 10.2015

Advanced Diploma of Theology - Theology

Hillsong International Leadership College

Associate of Arts -

Maple Woods College
Kristin Makaula