Loren L. Daly
Danbury,USA
Summary
Community-Focused Marketing and Events Professional experienced in fostering partnerships and driving engagement. Coordinated large-scale events and executed digital marketing campaigns that enhanced community involvement and customer satisfaction. Committed to delivering impactful programs that support families and strengthen community ties.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Local Store Marketer Trainer
Texas Roadhouse
Danbury, CT
02.2023 - Current
- Mentored Local Store Marketers to enhance local marketing effectiveness across the market with support of Marketing Coach.
- Share best practices and assist new and existing marketers in developing successful local marketing programs.
- Support market-wide initiatives and professional development of Local Store Marketers.
- Guided community outreach, marketing, event planning, fundraising, and relationship development to strengthen community engagement.
Store Admin.
Texas Roadhouse
Danbury, CT
01.2020 - Current
- Oversaw employee compliance and administrative processes to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Processed payments and managed financial responsibilities to maintain timely payments.
- Maintain accurate records and support daily business operations.
- Supported management with administrative tasks and employee-related needs to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assist with employee onboarding and payroll responsibilities.
- Provided support and guidance to team to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Local Store Marketer
Texas Roadhouse
Danbury, CT
11.2018 - Current
- Drove restaurant sales and guest traffic through targeted community outreach, partnerships, promotions, and special events.
- Plan and execute fundraising events, community programs, promotional activities, and market-wide initiatives.
- Developed and maintained strategic relationships with schools, nonprofits, businesses, and local organizations to enhance community engagement.
- Planned and executed successful fundraising events, community programs, and promotional activities to strengthen market presence.
- Represent the restaurant at community events and develop partnerships that increase brand awareness.
- Develop and distribute digital marketing campaigns including email, and Facebook communications.
- Collaborated with management to align marketing efforts with business goals.
- Managed relationships with local businesses for cross-promotional opportunities.
CDA Professional Development Specialist
CDA Council
, State of Connecticut
02.2019 - 03.2022
- Guided early childhood professionals in professional development and educational strategies to enhance teaching practices.
- Facilitated educators' achievement of professional development and credentialing requirements to promote career advancement.
- Delivered tailored resources and support to early childhood educators across Connecticut, fostering improved educational outcomes.
Toddler Teacher
Head Start
Danbury, CT
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans and learning activities.
- Created a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supported individual and group learning needs.
- Communicated regularly with families to provide updates on children's activities, development, progress, and behavioral insights, fostering strong home-school partnerships.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences twice annually.
- Maintained organized classroom and managed daily operations to create an effective learning environment.
- Ordered classroom supplies and collaborated with management to ensure availability of resources for optimal student learning.
Coordinator, Family Learning Center
Danbury Public Schools
Danbury, CT
05.2013 - 06.2016
- Coordinated and managed educational, enrichment, and family programs for children and families.
- Developed and implemented parent and adult education programs to enhance family engagement and learning opportunities.
- Worked closely with families, schools, community organizations, and district personnel.
- Handled iPad logistics to ensure effective use in programs, including updates, deployment, and technology support for programs.
- Served as webmaster for the Family Learning Center and after-school programs.
- Assisted in grant writing and fundraising initiatives, contributing to resource acquisition for family programs.
- Maintained and entered student and family information into the district PowerSchool system.
- Managed monthly employee scheduling.
Parent Educator, Family Literacy Center
Danbury Public Schools
Danbury, CT
03.2012 - 05.2013
- Delivered educational support and resources that empowered parents and families to enhance children's learning.
- Created engaging activities and programs that fostered early learning and strengthened family involvement.
- Facilitated connections for families with educational and community resources to improve access and support.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance parenting skills and promote child development.
- Provided resources and referrals to community services for families in need.
Substitute Tutor
Danbury Public Schools
Danbury, CT
02.2012 - 06.2012
- Supported academic growth of students in Danbury Public Schools through targeted assistance.
- Facilitated completion of classroom assignments and learning activities to enhance student understanding.
Director
Brewster Childcare
Brewster, NY
08.2000 - 06.2010
- Managed daily operations of a nonprofit childcare center serving children from six weeks through nine years of age.
- Supervised staff and managed scheduling, payroll, banking, budgets, hiring, training, and ordering to ensure smooth operations.
- Wrote and secured grants for technology, classroom materials, health and safety improvements, and program expansion.
- Collaborated with Special Education teachers to address individual student needs.
- Oversaw classroom operations and supported teachers in providing quality care and education.
- Wrote and secured grants for technology, classroom materials, health and safety improvements, and program expansion, securing essential funding for continued growth.
- The center expanded in 2003 by opening a school-age program and infant room, increasing licensed capacity from 26 to 51 children.
- Collaborated with families to address children's developmental needs and concerns.
Teacher Aide
Brewster Childcare Center
Brewster, NY
09.1996 - 05.1999
- Supported teachers in facilitating classroom activities and managing daily program operations, ensuring a positive learning environment for students.
- Supported children during playtime and structured learning experiences.
- Supported children during playtime and structured learning experiences.
Education
Child Development Associate (CDA) - Infant/Toddler
associate degree - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Dutchess Community College
New York State Regents Diploma -
Brewster High School
Brewster, NYWestern Connecticut State University
Skills
- Marketing & Promotions
- Digital Marketing
- Email & Text Campaigns
- Community Outreach and Relationship Building
- Event planning
- Community programs
- Program management
- Grant writing
- Budget Management
- Financial Reporting
- Database Management
- Volunteer management
- Team Development
- Customer engagement
Community And Volunteer Leadership
- Volunteer, Danbury Board of Education, 12/01/19, Present
- PFSO President, Henry Abbott Technical High School, 2022, 06/01/26
- Co-President, ATI United Football – Grid Iron Club, 2024, 06/01/26
- President, Mill Ridge PTO, 2014, 2020
- Sunday School Teacher & Childcare Volunteer, First United Methodist Church
Professional Highlights
- Extensive experience connecting businesses with schools, nonprofits, families, and community organizations.
- More than 25 years of combined experience in education, childcare, community programming, marketing, administration, and leadership.
- Experienced event planner with a strong background in fundraising and community engagement.
- Proven record of developing partnerships and programs that benefit local families and organizations.
Timeline
Local Store Marketer Trainer
Texas Roadhouse
02.2023 - Current
Store Admin.
Texas Roadhouse
01.2020 - Current
CDA Professional Development Specialist
CDA Council
02.2019 - 03.2022
Local Store Marketer
Texas Roadhouse
11.2018 - Current
Toddler Teacher
Head Start
08.2016 - 12.2019
Coordinator, Family Learning Center
Danbury Public Schools
05.2013 - 06.2016
Parent Educator, Family Literacy Center
Danbury Public Schools
03.2012 - 05.2013
Substitute Tutor
Danbury Public Schools
02.2012 - 06.2012
Director
Brewster Childcare
08.2000 - 06.2010
Teacher Aide
Brewster Childcare Center
09.1996 - 05.1999
Child Development Associate (CDA) - Infant/Toddler
associate degree - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Dutchess Community College
New York State Regents Diploma -
Brewster High School
Western Connecticut State University