MARY BETH MARQUARD
Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte
Mocksville,NC
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart Time
Location Preference
RemoteHybrid
Location:
Mocksville, NCWinston-Salem, NC
Open to relocation:
No
Minimum Desired Compensation
$80000/yr
Important To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time off
2
Languages
1
Certification
40
Years of experience
Community engagement and relationship-development professional with 40 years of business, public relations, fundraising, operations, and nonprofit experience. Licensed North Carolina Real Estate Broker with a proven record of building trust, partnerships, revenue, volunteer networks, and community connections, including more than $12 million in cash and in-kind gifts secured since 1998.
Work History
Regional Director of External Engagement
2 Years 2 Months- Led parish and community outreach efforts to raise awareness of Catholic Charities services and foster collaboration with community stakeholders.
- Served as key liaison between Catholic Charities and broader community, cultivating trust and identifying opportunities for local partnerships that enhance service delivery.
- Built and strengthened relationships with parishes, community organizations, civic partners, and donors across an eight-county region, expanding community engagement and support.
- Represent Catholic Charities at parish, community, civic, and partner events, serving as a visible ambassador for the organization and its mission.
- Coordinate and oversee regional office facilities, helping maintain a welcoming, functional, and professional environment for staff, visitors, partners, and clients.
Development Manager
6 Years 5 Months- Coordinated fundraising and volunteer activities, enhancing donor engagement through events, mailings, and effective database management.
- Supported annual budget preparation and contributed to grant development and reporting to secure funding.
- Managed volunteer program, ensuring efficient scheduling, recruitment, training, and recognition to maintain high volunteer satisfaction and engagement.
- Supported daily client services and organizational needs.
Project Coordinator
1 Year 7 Months- Coordinated marketing projects and high-end client/prospect events, ensuring timely execution and client satisfaction using Trello project-tracking software.
- Managed diverse projects including production of a new book, launch of Honduras branch, and client workshops, enhancing brand presence and client engagement.
- Maintained event expense budgets, analyzed client survey data, and created written processes and checklists to optimize event execution and client recognition programs.
- Managed lead callbacks, engaging as many as 50 leads per day.
Operations Manager / Licensed Health & Life Insurance Agent
1 Year 3 Months- Managed operations for five Liberty Tax offices and three satellite offices, including personnel management, office procedures, cash reconciliation, payroll, tax filings, and HR.
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce turnaround times.
- Developed training programs for staff, improving service delivery standards and employee performance.
Executive Director
3 Years 4 Months- Led a nonprofit serving children from birth to age five, their families, and the community, with responsibility for programming, finances, personnel, and compliance.
- Managed organizational budgets, staffing, resources, and multiple grants, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and effective service-provider monitoring.
- Represented organization through community engagement, enhancing visibility and fostering partnerships.
- Planned and launched organization’s first signature fundraising event, establishing a key source of revenue and community involvement.
Executive Director
6 Years 7 Months- Managed programming, fundraising, governance, and community partnerships, overseeing administrative operations and volunteer engagement.
- Led community-investment volunteers in reviewing 33–36 program proposals and distributing approximately $250,000–$300,000 annually.
- Recruited over 300 volunteers and cash sponsors annually for 50–75 Day of Caring community-service projects, enhancing community involvement.
- Increased the United Way campaign by as much as 35%.
- Chaired Emergency Food & Shelter Program, securing $9,000–$30,000 in additional annual grant funding to support local initiatives.
- Streamlined office procedures, supervised two part-time staff, reduced expenses, secured in-kind donations, and established the organization’s first website and social-media presence.
Director of Fundraising & Resource Development
10 Months- Led fundraising staff and volunteers, generating over $1 million in revenue; redesigned grant, partnership, corporate, and donor-development materials while implementing first comprehensive donor/volunteer database.
- Developed strategic partnerships with local organizations to enhance program outreach and community support.
- Led initiatives to integrate data-driven decision-making in program evaluation and resource allocation.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial sustainability.
Corporate Relations Director
9 Months- Managed $500,000 fundraising budget and statewide corporate partnerships, renewing $365,000 in cash/in-kind support while securing $238,000 in new commitments.
- Cultivated partnerships with local businesses to enhance community engagement and support for athletes.
- Developed strategic outreach programs to increase sponsorship opportunities and funding sources.
- Led cross-functional teams to execute successful fundraising events, maximizing participation and visibility.
Triangle Branch Director / Director of WalkAmerica / Community Director
3 Years- Led fundraising operations across 45-county division, including 31 WalkAmerica events supporting $1.041 million budget; coordinated events generating $174,000, $75,000, $67,000.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance community outreach and engagement programs.
- Developed and implemented operational policies to improve service delivery and program effectiveness.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring financial resources aligned with organizational goals.
Public Relations Consultant
2 Years- Executed a PR campaign that boosted public awareness for Beauregard Parish Public Library by 287% in one year.
- Developed and executed targeted media strategies to enhance client visibility and reputation.
- Crafted compelling press releases and media kits, resulting in increased media coverage.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with journalists and influencers to facilitate positive media exposure.
Production Coordinator / Promotions Assistant
6 Years- Created and edited commercial materials, such as PSAs and promotional campaigns, to engage target audiences.
- Coordinated production schedules to ensure timely broadcast of programming.
- Managed logistics for studio operations, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Supervised equipment setup and maintenance for live events.
Education
B.A. - Public Relations
Minors: Business & Writing
Skills
Fundraising & Development
Grant management
Donor & Corporate Relations
Community Engagement
Partnership Development
Volunteer Recruitment & Training
Budget & Financial Oversight
Personnel Management
Nonprofit Leadership
Accomplishments
Rotarian of the Year (2010–2011) • Hero Award of Excellence (2000) • Modisette Award for Public Libraries (1998) • ADDY Awards: Gold (1991), Two Silver (1990), Award of Excellence (1989)
Certification
North Carolina Real Estate Broker License — 2026
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
French
Elementary
Timeline
Regional Director of External Engagement
Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte
07.2024 - CurrentRead More
Development Manager
Sunnyside Ministry
01.2018 - 06.2024Read More
Project Coordinator
Semmax Financial Group
04.2016 - 11.2017Read More
Operations Manager / Licensed Health & Life Insurance Agent
KarPar Services DBA Liberty Tax
01.2015 - 04.2016Read More
Executive Director
Smart Start of Davie County
12.2010 - 04.2014Read More
Executive Director
Davie County United Way
05.2004 - 12.2010Read More
Director of Fundraising & Resource Development
Communities In Schools of Wake County
08.2002 - 06.2003Read More
Corporate Relations Director
Special Olympics North Carolina
09.2001 - 06.2002Read More
Triangle Branch Director / Director of WalkAmerica / Community Director
March of Dimes
09.1998 - 09.2001Read More
Public Relations Consultant
Independent Public Relations Consultant
01.1996 - 01.1998Read More
Production Coordinator / Promotions Assistant
KPOM TV 24
01.1987 - 01.1993Read More
Regis University
B.A. from Public Relations
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AWARDS
Rotarian of the Year (2010–2011), Hero Award of Excellence (2000), Modisette Award for Public Libraries (1998), ADDY Awards: Gold (1991), Two Silver (1990), Award of Excellence (1989)
Personal Information
Title: Real Estate | Community & Client Relations | Nonprofit Leadership