LEAH LINDELL

Omaha,NE

Summary

Personable Public Relations Specialist with history of working tirelessly at building effective relationships with clients, vendors, media professionals and staff members. Highly deadline-driven with excellent record of managing emergent priorities with grace and efficiency.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Development Events & Community Engagement Coordinator

NCHS (Nebraska Children's Home Society)

03.2015 - Current

Conducted analysis of community needs and resources to support strategic plans.
Assisted with business communications via email, social media and mailings.
Delivered high-level administrative support to board during regular operations and special meetings.
Evaluated donation and sponsorship requests and made funding recommendations.
Strengthened relationships with local organizations through regular communication and collaboration on projects.
Improved event attendance rates by strategically planning, promoting, and managing community events.
Coordinated and managed sponsorships and sponsorship activation.
Served as point of contact for over 15 speaking engagements and multitude of events annually.

Personal Assistant

Broadmoor Development Company Owner

09.2001 - Current

Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated over 30 appointments for future events.
Improved time management through effective prioritization and organization of tasks.
Maintained confidentiality and discretion while handling sensitive information relevant to company operations.
Aided executive in personal tasks such as scheduling appointments or running errands when needed.
Coordinated events and functions with attention to detail ensuring successful execution.
Kept detailed track of household and maintenance inventory and schedules.

Sales

Quest Diagnostics

07.2012 - 03.2015

Boosted cloud sales revenue by developing and implementing tailored sales strategies.
Boosted sales revenue by streamlining administrative processes and implementing effective sales strategies.
Exceeded monthly sales targets consistently by employing innovative sales techniques and utilizing market research.
Increased sales revenue by implementing effective sales strategies and cultivating strong client relationships.
Collaborated with Regional Sales Managers to make strategic sales decisions. to increase sales by 14%.
Assisted in achieving sales targets through effective coordination with sales team.

Project Development Direct

Universal Flooring & Restoration

11.2006 - 05.2009

Networked with prospects to increase business revenue and facilitate customer acquisition.
Kept contractors and labor practices in compliance with company and brand standards.
Defined project scopes, cost estimates and schedules for over 8 projects simultaneously.
Optimized business and management practices to improve all facets of project development and execution.
Championed proactive problem-solving approaches that led to timely resolution of issues, minimizing potential delays or disruptions in project progress.
Balanced multiple competing priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on achieving desired outcomes within established deadlines.
Built strong relationships with clients through clear communication channels, open dialogue, and regular updates on project status.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication And Ethnic Studies

University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Lincoln, NE

Skills

Nonprofit experience
Multicultural Sensitivity
Partnership Development
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Persuasive negotiator
Community Engagement
Project Management

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