Leah Delaney
Development Director
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Dynamic Development Director with a proven track record at the Arthritis Foundation, Inc., excelling in partnership development and team leadership. Expert in strategic thinking and clear communication, I secured diverse board representation and enhanced stakeholder engagement, driving significant financial support for initiatives. Passionate about empowering teams and fostering impactful relationships.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Director
Arthritis Foundation, Inc.
08.2018 - Current
- Ignite and nurture relationships with stakeholders in healthcare, corporate, leadership boards, and our volunteers.
- Secured partnerships with our initiative, Arthritis@Work, with global and national corporations.
- Out of the eight board members who currently sit on our Wisconsin Leadership Board, I have secured six chairs with various backgrounds, providing a diverse team.
- Successfully created awareness of the Arthritis Foundation and secured financial support from numerous Healthcare Systems and Corporate entities.
- Present patient education programs in person and virtually through Teams and Zoom.
- Organize, train, and lead groups of volunteers during fundraising events, as well as patient educational opportunities.
- Workshop with honorees on "how to tell your story" to induce a clearer, and more precise message at fundraising events.
- Collaborated with different arms of the foundation on task teams to enrich the processes currently instituted.
Property Manager
Oakbrook Corporation
04.2012 - 06.2017
- Increased property occupancy rates by effectively marketing available units and conducting thorough tenant screenings.
- Oversaw lease agreements from inception to termination, ensuring compliance with local regulations and protecting the interests of both landlords and tenants.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
- Monitored tenant behavior and implemented corrective action to maintain order in assigned properties.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
UW-Parkside
Kenosha, WI 05.2001 -
Skills
Team Building
Clear communication
Strategic and creative thinking
Partnership and stakeholder development
Adaptability and flexibility
Confident presenter
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving abilities
Team leadership
Time management
Sense of humor
Timeline
Development Director
Arthritis Foundation, Inc.
08.2018 - Current
Property Manager
Oakbrook Corporation
04.2012 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
UW-Parkside
05.2001 -
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