Marnie Bonn
Charleston,SC
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event and Marketing Specialist
Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach
10.2023 - Current
- Networked extensively throughout Charleston, Kiawah, and Seabrook, building and maintaining strong, long-lasting relationships with key donors and business partners, significantly expanding our network and enhancing community engagement.
- Successfully planned, managed, and executed large fundraising events of up to 300 people, golf tournaments, auctions, 3rd party fundraiser, and community events.
- Developed timelines, managed budgets, and negotiated with vendors to ensure seamless event execution as well as in kind donations.
- Exceeded revenue goals through innovative event ideas, marketing, and strategic sponsorships.
- Ran all marketing and social media for the organization by leading comprehensive marketing efforts, including campaigns, press releases, promotional materials, creating content/ads, and a successful social media strategy, increasing awareness, engagement, and followers across digital, physical, and print platforms.
Sales and Marketing Representative/Professional Fundraiser
Eligius Marketing Group - Ascenta
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Campaigned for two of the largest nonprofit organizations in the world: The Nature Conservancy & Child Fund International.
- Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
- Developed and implemented marketing campaigns targeting donors.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
- Made top 3 for most sales in the country my first month working.
Director of Marketing and Promotions
90.5 WASU F.M
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Planned and managed all events.
- Designed, ordered merchandise, and created a campaign budget proposals.
- Drove traffic to events by creating and implementing promotional plans.
- Teamed up with other organizations and businesses to create events to benefit/promote multi-business promotional campaigns.
- Created content for all social media platforms along with running the website, writing articles, and sharing press releases.
- Used Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite and Wo Central to follow metrics, trends, and interpret results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Appalachian State University
Boone, NCSkills
- Event Planning and Management
- Budget Management
- Revenue Generation
- Marketing and Email Campaign Development
- Content Creation (Digital, Physical, Print)
- Digital Ads
- Networking and Relationship Building
- CRM Management
- Time Management
- Public Speaking
- Creative Project Management
- SEO and Google Analytics Proficiency
- Adobe and Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Canva, Kalviyo, Constant Contact, Charity Proud, Raisers Edge, and Planoly Proficiency
- Leadership and Collaboration
Certification
- Certified Radio Marketing Professional, Radio Advertising Bureau - Kellar Radio Talent Institute of the National Radio Talent System
- Hootsuite Social Media Marketing Certification
Timeline
Event and Marketing Specialist
Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach
10.2023 - Current
Sales and Marketing Representative/Professional Fundraiser
Eligius Marketing Group - Ascenta
03.2021 - 07.2021
Director of Marketing and Promotions
90.5 WASU F.M
05.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Appalachian State University
Similar Profiles
Mitzi Clavel HerreraMitzi Clavel Herrera
Women's Health Coordinator at Our Lady of Mercy Community OutreachWomen's Health Coordinator at Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach
Rosa HermosilloRosa Hermosillo
Preschool Teacher at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic SchoolPreschool Teacher at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School
Amanda StoltzAmanda Stoltz
Director of Operations and Executive Assistant at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church and SchoolDirector of Operations and Executive Assistant at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church and School
Jack TaitJack Tait
Reactor Refueling Operations at Fluor Marine PropulsionReactor Refueling Operations at Fluor Marine Propulsion
Lamesha O. McKelveyLamesha O. McKelvey
Senior AP Accountant at College of Charleston Controllers OfficeSenior AP Accountant at College of Charleston Controllers Office