Lillian Gray
Baltimore,Maryland
Summary
Personable and organized with passion for cultural preservation and public education. Possesses foundational knowledge of community engagment along with skills in database and business management. Dedicated to enhancing visitor experience and supporting museum's mission through effective teamwork and attention to detail.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
WSECS Conference Manager
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Planned, coordinated, and executed two-day academic conference for the Western Society of Eighteenth Century Studies (WSECS) at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, February 14th and 15th, 2025.
- Surveyed attendees for project outcomes and performance indicators to provide final report feedback to donors, organization documentation, and increase quality and efficiency of future WSECS conferences.
Program Lead
Boys and Girls Club
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Mentored, managed, and ensured safety of, 70 at- risk community youth.
- Developed and executed age-appropriate program curriculum in adherence to organization and state standards.
- Documented injuries, incidents, medication administration, mentorship meetings.
- Facilitated transportation for youth daily program attendance and field trips.
Board Member at Large - Event Coordinator
Pikes Peak Arts Council
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Planned quarterly member mixer within a $400 budget to include: reserving venue, three local musicians, catered meal, sponsored raffle prizes and silent auction, alcohol donations according to state regulation, as well as event promotion and marketing.
- Achieved event requirements and deadlines by use of a timeline checklist, timely and professional communication, and negotiating with collaborators to ensure budget constraints.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between event segments by creating detailed schedules and providing clear communication to staff, volunteers, and participants.
- Increased organization visibility to recruit new members and promote events through social media marketing, community networking, and collaborations with other Nonprofits.
- Mitigated environmental impact by implementing sustainable practices across all stages of event planning and execution.
- Voted on policies and grant awardship; collaborated with a team of 9-13 to create the Non-Profit’s bylaws and maintain adherence.
- Curated art in various locations in Colorado Springs, to include City Hall and City Administration Building.
Event and Scheduling Manager
The Perk Downtown
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Balanced business needs with staff availability to produce bi-weekly schedules using Microsoft Excel.
- Maintained professional and timely communication via company email with the staff, managers, and owners; private party rentals and reservations; musicians’ booking details, agreements, and payment; social media manager to promote events on time; and product order and delivery vendors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Women's And Ethnic Studies
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO12-2024
Skills
- 10 Cumulative years of Business Management and Customer Service
- Networking, Marketing, and Non Profit experience
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Personable and Positive Customer Service
- Strong interpersonal communication and professional conflict resolution
- Experience in Microsoft Office and business applications
- Educated in Historical Preservation and Diversity
- Interest in Art with background in Artist Organizing and Curation
Timeline
WSECS Conference Manager
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
12.2024 - 03.2025
Program Lead
Boys and Girls Club
11.2023 - 06.2024
Board Member at Large - Event Coordinator
Pikes Peak Arts Council
03.2022 - 02.2024
Event and Scheduling Manager
The Perk Downtown
03.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Women's And Ethnic Studies
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs