Mary Parker
Denver,,CO
Summary
Passionate, motivated, and detail-oriented development professional with extensive experience in fundraising, management, and community engagement. Seeking leadership opportunities to drive impactful initiatives and build stronger communities through collaborative efforts.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Manager
American Lung Association In Colorado
Denver, CO
08.2021 - Current
- Directed Run the Rocks 2024
- Collaborated with colleagues, exhibitors, participants, sponsors, vendors, and volunteers to create a successful event.
- Increased sponsorship dollars (42%), participant numbers (12%), and overall fundraising (27%).
- Developed a partnership with local media.
- Spearheaded internal team meetings to ensure proper oversight regarding all aspects related to
the creation, management and execution of fundraising campaigns and events. - Mentored direct report, development coordinator
- Supported local leadership board engagement, meetings, and a DIY fundraiser.
- Partnered with a company on a cause marketing campaign that raised over $9,000.
- Achieved a seven-percent year-over-year increase in both participants and revenue for our signature Peer-to-Peer event, marking only the second year of growth in the last seven years.
- Intentional planning and collaboration with the Development Director, Coordinator, and the Division Manager of Social Media led to an 83% increase in total impressions, an 84% increase in total reach, and an 81% increase in total engagements from FY23 to FY24.
- Utilized TeamRaiser, Canva, Microsoft Office, Gratavid, and OneCause.
Spa Manager
V/O Med Spa
Denver, CO
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Successfully directed all operations of the spa, including supervising a team of six employees and overseeing $80,000 to $120,000 monthly goals.
- Spearheaded internal team meetings to ensure proper oversight regarding all aspects related to the creation, management, and execution of fundraising campaigns and events.
- Boosted overall revenue by an average of $17,000 per month from Q1 to Q4 by optimizing service offerings, enhancing client retention, and implementing effective marketing strategies.
- Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging, and labeling medications.
- Implemented new hire training to further develop skills, and initiate discussions on task prioritization.
- Created and implemented policies and procedures for effective medical supply management.
- Managed social media presence on Facebook and Instagram to drive new business.
- Consistently increased product sales by 10-12% each quarter through strategic upselling, staff training, and targeted promotions.
- Facilitated strategic business-building partnerships with four professional beauty brands: Zo Skin Health, Alastin, Crown Aesthetic, and Skinceuticals.
- Maintained meticulous records to document client information.
Youth Market Director
American Heart Association
Denver, CO
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Partnered with principals, counselors, and physical education teachers to educate students on heart health, fostering school-wide engagement.
- Successfully raised $180,000 in a single school year through targeted fundraising initiatives and community-driven programs. Stay inside please sir thank you
- Recruited and managed 50 + school accounts to participate in American Heart Challenge within the assigned geographic territory through prospecting and outreach.
- Recruited, trained, coached, and motivated volunteers to educate students on the association’s mission and initiatives.
- Coordinated with prospective donors to receive corporate sponsorships, and initiate matching gift campaigns to achieve funding goals.
- Taught students fundamental building blocks and advanced concepts in health education.
- Proposed innovative storylines for digital content, and developed unique campaigns to promote donor engagement.
- Improved short- and long-term digital marketing strategies and increased social media engagement by 22%.
Membership Representative
Colorado Athletic Club
Denver, CO
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Created benefits packages for local employers, boosting corporate wellness offerings and gym memberships.
- Boosted local business partnerships by 30%, enhancing the gym's community outreach.
- Collaborate and coordinate with senior management on promotional initiatives aimed at attracting and capturing new members.
- Extensive corporate networking to develop partnerships and maintain relationships.
- Extensive project knowledge and how it meets the needs of the customer.
- Retained knowledge of product, service, and company policies to serve as a resource for both coworkers and customers.
- Handled financial transactions including payments, refunds, credits and collections with accuracy.
Camp Recreational Director
Boulder Country Club
Boulder, CO
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Led and supervised hiring and training of all camp staff members, including counselor section leaders.
- Collaborated with other club department heads for the seamless integration of camp activities with all club operations.
- Developed and implemented the tracking and maintenance of all camper registration records.
- Led weekly staff meetings providing guidelines and directives for all camp operations.
- Planned and published long-term camp scheduling priorities and objectives.
- Implemented and ensured compliance with weekly scheduling of all camp activities including: sports, meals, artistic/ educational programs and off-site field trips.
- Coordinated with outside commercial and civic institutions for field trip visitation activities.
- Responsible for all billing and inventory management encompassing: food, athletic and recreational equipment and general supplies.
- Ensured camp counselor supervisors conducted timely and productive evaluations for camp counselors.
- Evaluated, fortified and ensured compliance with all safety guidelines and directives.
- Responsible for all parent interface including camper evaluations and assessments.
- Planned menus to align with event theme or budget, coordinated catering services and selected appropriate entertainment.
- Assisted instructional staff with implementing lessons and activities for full classes and small groups.
- Organized venues, budgets, guest lists, catering and event timelines.
- Generated solutions to complex issues relating to project management, ensuring delivery within budget and time constraints.
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
Camp Program Director
Boulder Country Club
Boulder, CO
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Led and supervised all camp staff members ensuring: camper's daily arrival, compliance with safety guidelines and directives, constant camper accountability, successful implementation of all camp activities and parental pickup of campers.
- Administered budgets and monitored expenditures to keep program operations aligned with budget targets.
- Coordinated with other club departments for the utilization of the tennis, swimming, golf and soccer facilities.
- Supervised all activity development plans and procedures resulting in safe, challenging and educational environment for all campers.
- Implemented camper assessments and personally provided parents with regular reports on their child's progress and performance.
- Planned, prepared and delivered instructional activities related to various art mediums.
Education
Bachelor of Communications - Media Studies, Communications
University Of Colorado At Boulder
Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Organized
- Strategic thinker
- Leader
- Making
- Creative
- Collaborative
- Fundraiser
- Data-driven
- Adaptable
- Public speaker
- Team player
- Event Manager
Denver Rescue Mission - Volunteer
- Wide experience in caring, leadership building for a deserving youth
- Planned and coordinated daily youth volunteering activities.
- Adhered to volunteering policies and code of conduct.
- Led volunteer events and/or workshops set-up and clean-up.
- Networked and fostered positive and collaborative relationships with local businesses to raise awareness about the organization.
Timeline
Development Manager
American Lung Association In Colorado
08.2021 - Current
Spa Manager
V/O Med Spa
10.2020 - 08.2021
Youth Market Director
American Heart Association
07.2019 - 07.2020
Membership Representative
Colorado Athletic Club
08.2018 - 06.2019
Camp Recreational Director
Boulder Country Club
05.2018 - 08.2018
Camp Program Director
Boulder Country Club
05.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Communications - Media Studies, Communications
University Of Colorado At Boulder
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