Lydia Smith-Lenardson
Long Prairie,MN
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Grant Reviewer
Minnesota State Arts Board
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Served as advisory panelist and grant reviewer for the Minnesota State Arts Board.
- Read, evaluated, and submitted preliminary scores and notes for 63 assigned artist applications.
- Submitted recommendations to art coordinating supervisor for enhancing reviewer communications, experience, and performance. Recommendations were implemented the following year in 2022.
- Reviewed preliminary notes and comments with fellow advisory panelists to evaluate scores, prepare for final advisory meeting, and public review.
- Convened virtually with advisory panelists during public review meetings to discuss each grant application and submit final scores.
Grant Writer
Long Prairie Chamber Orchestra
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Prepared and submitted impactful grant applications to Five Wings Arts Council and Minnesota State Arts Board.
- Over $42,000 grant funds secured which increased financial support more than 60% for chamber orchestra concert events, technical support, organization support during COVID-19, and student scholarships.
- Obtained pertinent organizational financial reports and other data to support grant applications and funding proposals.
- Gained familiarity with orchestra operational and financial challenges and opportunities to improve grant writing knowledge base.
- Interacted with board members and accounting staff to obtain detailed information about orchestra mission and goals to form solid foundation for grant applications.
- Researched grant and funding opportunities in regional, state, and philanthropic databases to identify potential income sources.
- Wrote and submitted proposals to board of directors for developing new student scholarship programs, technical support, and state arts board grant applications.
- Attended online regional conferences to enhance sources and interact with regional funding organizations, consultants, and grant writing professionals.
Website Designer and Manager
Long Prairie Chamber Orchestra
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Met with board of directors to discuss expectations regarding visual presentation, e-commerce functionality, and website viewer and location statistics.
- Provided website design and published new website to present current content and implement weekly site management and engagement.
- Monitored online presence to engage users and strengthen community relationships. Viewership and engagement by location, age, and community increased over 30%.
- Implemented and integrated changes of requested elements for concert promotions and activities.
- Submitted orchestra website and updated web pages to online SEO sites for optimized searches and increased relevance.
Social Media Manager
Long Prairie Chamber Orchestra
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Proposed strategies to board of directors for successful social media promotions and engagement.
- Created a YouTube channel and links to orchestra website for live feeds of concert events to viewers unable to attend in-person.
- Created Instagram account to expand media presence.
- Monitored social media accounts to engage users and strengthen community relationships - YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.
- Created and managed content calendars for each platform to schedule timely and relevant posts.
- Developed relationships with influencers, arts organizations, and performing artists to expand orchestra reach and create wider visibility.
- Reported monthly user engagement and location statistics to board of directors. Results showed over 30% increase on all platforms.
Network Analyst
Discovery Communications, LLC
06.1998 - 12.1999
- Provided end user support for 200 company employees and nationwide locations to resolve user connections, network outages, and periods of reduced performance.
- Documented and reported server and network problems and other technical incidents.
- Assisted interdepartmental heads on local network repairs and server upgrades involving software solutions.
- Monitored and recorded system logs for all company computers and devices to maximize uptime.
Administrative Officer
Embassy Of The Republic Of Palau
03.1997 - 09.1997
- Served as short-term administrative officer representing the Republic of Palau at meetings with U.S. federal agencies involved with political, economic welfare, and security issues.
- Attended United Nations General Assembly meetings in New York with the Embassy of the Republic of Palau head of mission and staff.
- Coordinated UN General Assembly attendance with Republic of Palau citizens in the New York and East Coast areas.
- Represented the Republic of Palau Embassy at meetings with Pacific region embassies in Washington, DC to coordinate and conduct diplomatic events that promote Pacific Rim culture and interests.
- Planned, organized, and coordinated events with Republic of Palau citizens and Pacific Islanders in the Washington, DC metro area to foster peaceful relationships among Pacific island nations and celebrate Pacific Rim culture.
Education
Certificate - Professional Writing And Editing
Udemy
Online06.2021
Certificate - Acupressure Therapy
Institute of Alternative Medicine
Online10.2018
Certificate - Leadership in Ethnically Diverse Communities
Blandin Foundation
Long Prairie, MN09.2017
Certificate - Reflexology
Digits International
Corona01.2012
Certificate - Reiki
Yahoo Reiki Groups, Europe And U.S. Instructors
Online10.2010
Certificate - Usui-Tibetan Reiki
Usui Reiki Ryoho
Arlington, VA, Las Vegas, NV, Online10.2008
Certificate - Network Engineering And Design
Computer Learning Center
Springfield, VA06.1998
Certificate - Micronesian Diplomatic Training
U.S. Department of State
Arlington, VA06.1997
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Theater And Dance
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI12.1990
Work Availability
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Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Timeline
Grant Reviewer
Minnesota State Arts Board
06.2021 - 12.2022
Grant Writer
Long Prairie Chamber Orchestra
01.2020 - 01.2022
Website Designer and Manager
Long Prairie Chamber Orchestra
01.2020 - 01.2022
Social Media Manager
Long Prairie Chamber Orchestra
01.2020 - 01.2022
Network Analyst
Discovery Communications, LLC
06.1998 - 12.1999
Administrative Officer
Embassy Of The Republic Of Palau
03.1997 - 09.1997
Certificate - Professional Writing And Editing
Udemy
Certificate - Acupressure Therapy
Institute of Alternative Medicine
Certificate - Leadership in Ethnically Diverse Communities
Blandin Foundation
Certificate - Reflexology
Digits International
Certificate - Reiki
Yahoo Reiki Groups, Europe And U.S. Instructors
Certificate - Usui-Tibetan Reiki
Usui Reiki Ryoho
Certificate - Network Engineering And Design
Computer Learning Center
Certificate - Micronesian Diplomatic Training
U.S. Department of State
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Theater And Dance
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Grant Proposals
- Granting Writing
- Grant Applications
- Proposal Evaluation
- Time Management
- Schedule Preparation
- Managing Appointments
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally
- Coaching and Mentoring
Hobbies
* Crocheting. I love to crochet and started out at 11 years old on a tiny and remote Pacific island. I crochet handbags, scarves, wall hangings, and stuffed toys. I'm also a member of a knitting club in Long Prairie, Minnesota. We meet weekly to share knitting, crochet, embroidery projects and crafting tips. Two (2) of our members won purple ribbons for their knitting mastery at the 2023 Todd County Fair. I plan to publish a 'Crochet for Kids' ebook and audiobook on Amazon.
* Hula. I'm a student and dancer since 1999 at a Hawaiian cultural school of the arts based in Alexandria, Virginia under the tutelage of Kumu Hula Manu Ikaika of Halau Ho'omau I Ka Wai Ola O Hawai'i, halau.org. We've performed at many venues over the years including the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, the Kennedy Center, and the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian. We have weekly in person and online classes.
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