Marti Deyo

• Manage and oversee successful execution of annual in-person Coordinators Conference, virtual orientations, recorded video training sessions, and other events throughout the year
• Plan, prepare, and conduct in-person and virtual group arrival orientations and departure debriefings including travel, accommodations, classes, debriefing activities
• Coordinate all aspects of international student exchange programs including academic year program (AYP), outbound (OB), and inbound (IB) programs
• Proactively oversee and support productivity of States 4-H coordinators across the United states from annual activities to placement
• Facilitate timely processing of placements
• Provide on-program support to resolve students issues
• Serve as liaison between multiple and diverse groups including coordinators in the US, foreign partners, US government personnel, students, host families, and other involved parties; follow through on requests, questions or concerns, disseminate policy, procedural, and cultural information to appropriate parties
• Create and disseminate marketing materials from flyers to newsletters and social media posts
• Collaboratively deal with on-program support issues
• Recruited, interviewed and trained employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement
• Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills
• Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements
• Develop and update host family guidebooks, student handbooks, and state coordinator's handbooks
• Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations
• Trained and developed State Coordinators and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs
• Communicated all capacity, sourcing and technology gaps with upper management
• Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance
• Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction
• Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members
• Improved overall team efficiency by streamlining project management processes and implementing new collaboration tools.
• Established strong relationships with key partners, creating mutually beneficial opportunities for growth and collaboration.

• Provide leadership and oversight for growth and management of local 4-H programs, volunteers and youth participants; recruit, select and train 4-H program volunteers; oversee program/project promotion, expansion and evaluation activities; conduct direct programming with youth and adult audiences community and statewide, gather and analyze data for impact evaluation efforts; and work in conjunction with other staff, program participants and community/statewide partners to attain both short-term and long-term goals and objectives
• Execute scheduling and activities for 4-H at annual county fair
• Conduct volunteer training sessions and regular 4-H in-person events
• Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones
• Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services
• Created and delivered program training and education to keep participants knowledgeable about program and provide necessary skills to participate productively
• Analyzed program data by tracking and reporting program outcomes to identify areas of improvement
• Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution
• Developed program marketing and outreach strategies to increase awareness and attract new participants
• Provided technical support to staff with necessary resources to carry out duties successfully
• Motivated and directed staff to align operations with organizational mission using appropriate training initiatives and presentations
• Assisted with grant writing and fundraising efforts to secure funding and sustain program long-term
• Facilitated programming by coordinating resources and deliverables between departments
• Improved program offerings based on changing trends, audience feedback and directives from stakeholders
• Leading Roles: Oregon State's 4-H Japanese Program Coordinator for Inbound Exchange Programs. Positive Youth Development Thrive Champion for Oregon and Western Regional Chairperson
• Initiated: Eastern Oregon Camping Series, Monthly Bingo Challenge, Virtual 4-H Open House, Virtual Career Night
• Statewide Participation: Youth Voices in Action, Babysitter Trainings, Eastern Oregon Livestock Show, URSA Engage
• Committees: Program Leader Advisory Team; Access and Inclusion; Malheur Works; State Fair Presentation Chair and State Fair Fashion Revue Chair
• Grants and Fundraising in 2021: $217,000
• Training: Search Advocate; SAFE; Social Justice Education Initiative.

• Coordinate program logistics with travel agents, vendors, and other external parties
• Develop and deliver orientations and related programming
• Responsible for working with administrators, faculty, and host office in managing the details for international education activities and programs in Kyoto, Japan
• Duties included to manage on-site logistical arrangements, update program materials, create and maintain program information, and respond to health and safety issues and emergencies on programs
• Report weekly to staff at main office and home school office
• Provide student support, including resolving student health and adjustment issues, academic issues, and other onsite concerns
• Provide risk and crisis management
• Readapt itineraries as necessary
• Provided information on various sites throughout area, relaying little-known stories to provide interest
• Entertained tour guests with various props and signs for maximum engagement, fun, and lasting memories
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts

• Served as the interim program coordinator of SOTA programs and events, predominantly Performing Arts Series (PAS) with 600 participants and Reno Jazz Festival (RJF) with 10,000 participants
• Duties included to review upcoming season contracts and organize the artist itineraries including campus/community outreach
• Direct season performances
• Contact agents to determine available artists for PAS 2019/2020 season consideration
• Review PAS committee membership including faculty/staff/students/community to determine appropriate membership representation
• Present PAS artist considerations to PAS committee for review and recommendations
• Initiate and/or establish contracts for the 2019/2020 season, including outreach, travel, and lodging
• Create and fine tune PAS and RJF administrative timelines and manuals, completing and directing duties
• Establish regular communication with RJF faculty and SOTA staff, conduct meetings as necessary
• Draft grant proposals for PAS and RJF for Nevada Arts Council and City of Reno.
• Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations
• Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones
• Created and delivered program training and education to keep participants knowledgeable about program and provide necessary skills to participate productively
• Developed program marketing and outreach strategies to increase awareness and attract new participants
• Assisted with grant writing and fundraising efforts to secure funding and sustain program long-term
• Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands
• Monitored programming schedules, conformance to guidelines and quality
• Facilitated programming by coordinating resources and deliverables between departments

• Served as graduate assistant and assistant to Director of SOTA, Special Events from 2015 - 2018
• Predominantly worked with Performing Arts Series (PAS), Reno Jazz Festival (RJF), and Lake Tahoe Music Camp (LTMC)
• Assist with SOTA produced performance/presentations
• Assist in fostering community relationships creating opportunities to continually expand outreach and improve program promotion
• Duties included to prepare, compile, maintain, and update event/program procedural manuals
• Utilize specific databases for PAS, RJF, and LTMC
• Develop, update, disseminate, and analyze surveys
• Compile, organize, and prepare support materials for grant proposals
• Review grant application packages for completeness, accuracy, and conformance to grant requirements
• Develop, compose, and edit press releases, announcements, social media, and correspondence documents
• Updated departmental websites and social media accounts with relevant, engaging content
• 2013-2015 served as Graduate Research Assistant for NNELI Grant
• Conducted presentations on NNELI program and facilitated special courses for new recruits
• Duties included to collect research, manage recruitment, and formulate IRB protocols
• Assisted professors in development of course materials for improved student engagement and understanding
• Assisted with grant applications or funding proposals by conducting background research or compiling required documentation
• 2012 -2013 served as Graduate Assistant and Undergraduate Advisor, College of Education Advising Office
• Duties included to advise students on course selection, facilitate orientations, and manage files for College of Education
• Administered coursework, graded assignments and provided constructive feedback
• Assisted faculty members with data collection for potential academic publications
• Analyzed acquired information and presented to professors
• Coordinated with faculty members to develop course syllabi and materials
• Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members
• Helped students develop diligent study habits and strategies to achieve successful outcomes
• Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework
• Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards
• Devised and implemented strategies for engaging students in class discussions
• Mentored and advised students to focus on academics and explore career paths and opportunities
• Prepared letters of recommendation for students looking to obtain internships and cooperative opportunities
• Collaborated with faculty members on research projects, contributing to advancement of knowledge in their respective fields

• Facilitated annual conferences and prefecture-wide cultural gatherings
• Facilitated and presented two week English workshop for Japanese teachers
• 2007 - 2009 responsible for all phases of regional program administration from communication with applicants, guiding participants through completion of job, regular communication with consortium offices, organization of annual conferences, arrival orientation course, and communication with assistant language teachers (ALTs) throughout their sojourn
• Duties included conducting classroom checks with ALTs and assisting local staff at all stages of programming from initial prospectus development through final meetings
• Conducted regular meetings with local staff and initiated the first monthly communication piece for local ALTs
• Assisted with participant selection and emergency procedures
• Founded JET Helper Organization and Good Morning Aomori newsletters
• 2004 - 2007 responsible for teaching English at the Elementary, Junior, Senior, College, and Adult language learning levels
• Responsible for teaching intensive ESL course to young adults and devising appropriate curriculum
• Presented at various JET seminars
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively

Dissertation: Perceptions of program coordinators, program advisors, and resident directors of study abroad regarding their professional responsibilities: A qualitative social constructionist inquiry

• Study Abroad: Santiago, Chile; Spanish
• Study Abroad: Puntarenas, Costa Rica; Spanish
• Study Abroad: Cluj-Napoca; Educational Research and Qualitative Research
• Study Abroad: Istanbul, Turkey; History, Culture, and Politics
• Extracurricular Activities: Performing Arts Committee – Committee Member; Graduate Student Association – Committee Member; Graduate Student Association Events Committee – Committee Member; Graduate Student Association Funding Committee – Committee Member; Night of All Nations – Entertainment Coordinator; Constitution Day – Planning Committee; Publish or Perish – Marketing Coordinator