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MAKENNA WILSON

Westminster,MD

Summary

Non-profit professional skilled in quantitative and qualitative research, grant writing, event coordination, stakeholder engagement, and program development. Thrives in fast-paced environments, adept at meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of excellence. Passionate team player embracing leadership roles and fostering open communication to enhance collaboration. Accomplished problem solver with a proactive approach, consistently staying one step ahead of challenges, complemented by a solid background in data analysis.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Americorps VISTA

United Way of the Ocoee Region

Cleveland, TN

08.2025 - Current

Identified, created, and secured $3,500 in grants for Imagination Library
Developed procedures for new housing stabilization program to enhance operational effectiveness
Wrote and presented homelessness prevention policy brief and housing continuum for Cleveland, Tennessee city government
Created volunteer management systems and coordinated volunteer recruitment to strengthen community engagement
Assisted with planning and day of logistics for multiple fundraising events including Make a Change Day ($12,700) and the Women United Gala ($290,000)
Oversaw allocation and distribution of donated resources ($12,500) to various non-profit organizations in the community
Planned community events including Lead United Conference (non-profit training) and Day of Action (city-wide volunteer event) for 75 and 500 attendees respectively
Created partnerships in the community with the city school system and the hospital to increase Imagination Library program enrollment by 10%

Research Associate

Civic Innovation Center

College Park, MD

10.2021 - 01.2023

Supervised team of 6 interns, coordinating weekly meetings and facilitating professional development activities
Planned and executed virtual and in-person events, enhancing community engagement during Maryland Day
Contributed to research projects by compiling annotated bibliography and producing quarterly newsletter

General Manager

Uber Bagels and Deli

Severna Park, MD

09.2018 - 07.2020

Oversaw daily operations, enhancing service delivery and achieving high customer satisfaction
Developed and implemented staff training programs, boosting team performance and service quality
Managed team of twenty plus staff, cultivating leadership skills and facilitating succession planning.
Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency

Political Intern

Eve Hurwitz for Maryland State Senate

Annapolis, MD

11.2017 - 11.2018

Planned and executed campaign events to engage supporters, including fundraisers and candidate meet and greets
Organized field operations to mobilize volunteers, including phone banks and canvassing trips
Drafted policy initiatives and door knocking scripts
Created and uploaded social media content for Facebook to enhance engagement and visibility
Maintained a high level of communication with campaign staff to coordinate schedules and manage weekly meetings

Front End Operations Specialist

AC Moore Corporate