Lucia Garbatini
Williamstown,MA
Summary
Creative and strategic events and fundraising professional with experience managing donor engagement initiatives from concept to completion. Skilled at balancing visionary ideas with meticulous logistical execution to deliver innovative, mission-driven events that strengthen relationships, inspire giving, and energize communities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Junior Varsity Lacrosse Coach & Assistant Varsity Coach
Mount Greylock Regional High School
Williamstown, MA
03.2025 - Current
- Plan and lead practices, develop team strategies, organize team-building events, and mentor athletes across grades 7–12.
- Promoted teamwork, communication, and growth among student-athletes.
Advancement Coordinator
The Artist Book Foundation
North Adams, MA
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Assist the Executive Director in their fundraising efforts, including donor communication, relationship development, marketing, and targeted campaigns.
- Utilized strategic marketing and communications to plan, develop, and execute fundraising initiatives, book release events, and milestone celebrations.
- Manage and maintain event budgets.
- Research, draft, and submit proposals to help TABF receive grant funding.
Social Media Coordinator, Event Organizer & Floor Leader
Patagonia Boston
Boston, MA
09.2012 - 01.2015
- Led a team of between 5 and 15 sales associates on the floor of the 3rd most profitable Patagonia location in the United States.
- Managed and coordinated all aspects of social media marketing for Patagonia Boston, including designing targeted social media marketing posts for sales and store events.
- Planned and organized store events at the Boston location, including book readings, film showings, lectures, and other promotional events.
- Created and managed the schedule of all sales associates and other floor leaders.
- Provided 100% client satisfaction both by phone and on the sales floor.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new employees on Patagonia's corporate structure, practices, and initiatives.
- Organized and participated in Patagonia environmental outreach programs throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Recruiter
Aerotek Staffing Agency
Woburn, MA
10.2011 - 09.2012
- Worked as a corporate recruiter, placing both temporary and permanent employees.
- Targeted and placed right-fit employees through the strategic use of social media and cold calls.
- Successfully placed over 30 employees in the first 10 weeks of work, which resulted in permanent employment with Aerotek.
Education
Master of Arts - Gender and Cultural Studies
Simmons College
Boston, MA05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Gender Studies
Saint Lawrence University
Canton, NY05.2008
Skills
- Google Workspace
- MS Office Suite
- Adobe
- Google Apps
- X
Leadership And Activities
Williamstown Youth Center- Vice President, 06/24, Current-
-Support organizational strategy, Community programming, Event planning, Fundraising efforts
Southwestern Vermont Health Care Foundation- Jingle Bell, Co-Chair, 2024,
- Planned and coordinated an evening of festivities, Oversaw event details, décor, catering, and guest experience, Coordinated food and beverage service, Supported fundraising efforts
Greylock Lacrosse - Head Youth Lacrosse Coach, 04/22, 2024,
-Coached 3-6 grade lacrosse, Scheduled games, Organized practices
Greylock Regional High School - Assistant Varsity Coach, 2023, Spring
St. Lawrence University- Varsity Lacrosse, 2004, 2006
St. Lawrence University- Alumni Association, 2004, 2006
Timeline
Head Junior Varsity Lacrosse Coach & Assistant Varsity Coach
Mount Greylock Regional High School
03.2025 - Current
Advancement Coordinator
The Artist Book Foundation
03.2022 - 08.2024
Social Media Coordinator, Event Organizer & Floor Leader
Patagonia Boston
09.2012 - 01.2015
Recruiter
Aerotek Staffing Agency
10.2011 - 09.2012
Master of Arts - Gender and Cultural Studies
Simmons College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Gender Studies
Saint Lawrence University
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