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Michelle Peters

Denver,CO

Summary

Experienced professional with 20+ years of expertise in planning and executing dynamic large-scale events. Recognized as a leader in event management, administration, and organization, with a strong focus on serving others and ensuring the success of every detail. Proven track record of effectively managing communication and collaboration with diverse teams, while fostering long-term relationships with volunteers. Highly competent, resourceful, and self-motivated problem solver who thrives under pressure. Skilled in budget management and event coordination, I am seeking a position to leverage skills and make a significant impact in creating successful events for others.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Youth & Campus Ministry

Archdiocese of Denver
01.2012 - 01.2024
  • Chaired committees of staff and volunteers, responsible for planning large scale events
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement through open communication and empowering employees and volunteers to share their ideas and experience
  • Led international and domestic trips to teen conferences (arranging travel, housing, meals, registrations, and other event details)
  • Improved overall efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new tools as needed
  • Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration for improved efficiency within the organization
  • Established strong relationships with partners, creating opportunities for growth and collaboration
  • Created and managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources

Associate Director of Youth, Young Adult & Campus Ministry

Archdiocese of Denver
01.2004 - 01.2012
  • Planned, organized and managed all aspects of monthly training for professional youth leaders
  • Coordinate and process registrations for multiple large scale youth events
  • Managed rooming lists and seating charts for multiple large scale events
  • Built and fostered a positive and supportive community among various youth leaders
  • Tracked volunteer records, including background checks and formation for each volunteer

Coordinator of Youth, Young Adult & Campus Ministry

Archdiocese of Denver
01.2003 - 01.2004
  • Coordinated logistics for meetings (location, catering, gathered and prepared materials)
  • Managed office communication through newsletters and websites
  • Responded promptly to email and phone inquiries and addressed concerns professionally
  • Assisted with managing office calendar and long-term planning for events
  • Processed invoices for payment and deposited incoming funds
  • Provided administrative support
  • Prioritized and managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all met their deadlines and objectives without compromising quality

Stewardship Director, Youth Minister

St. Mark Catholic Church
01.1996 - 01.2004
  • Developed and oversaw various classes and programs for teens and adults
  • Interviewed and trained adult volunteers to assist in mentoring teens

Bookkeeper / Tax Preparer

Waters, Hauser & CO, P.C
01.1995 - 01.2001
  • Managed the bookkeeping, payroll, accounts receivable and accounts payable for small businesses
  • Tax preparation and tax resolution for individual taxpayers

Administrative Assistant

Mellon Mortgage Company
01.1994 - 01.1995
  • Assisted in clerical office work
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on a daily basis

Taxpayer Service Representative

Colorado Department of Revenue
01.1992 - 01.1994
  • Taxpayer resolutions for protests
  • Set up payment plans for taxpayers
  • Calculated interest and pay off amounts due

Education

Master of Arts - Catechetics & Evangelization

Franciscan University of Steubenville
Steubenville, OH
01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

St. Mary University
Leavenworth, KS
01.1994

Skills

  • Organizational Skills
  • Effective Problem Solving
  • Communication Skills
  • Leadership Skills
  • Flexibility
  • Budget Management
  • Creativity and innovative thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service Skills
  • Self-Motivated
  • Registration management
  • Managing events start to finish

Activities

  • Cub Scouts Pack Committee Chair, 01/01/14, 01/01/17, Planned and led pack leader meetings and assigns duties to committee members., Planned outings and activities for monthly cub scout meetings., Planned Cub Scout events, such as pinewood derby, rain gutter regatta, etc., Oversaw pack finances., Coordinate Popcorn sales, including sales, marketing, budgeting, and distribution of product.
  • Pax Christi Catholic Church, 01/01/09, 01/01/12, Developed a religious education program for young children and their families., Trained volunteers to teach the program on a weekly basis.
  • Redstone Elementary, 01/01/10, 01/01/16, Assist in planning fundraising and classroom events for the school., Assist with clerical tasks.
  • National MS Society, 01/01/00, 01/01/16, Served on advisory committee for Walk MS event., Organize and manage walk team for fundraising.

Timeline

Director of Youth & Campus Ministry

Archdiocese of Denver
01.2012 - 01.2024

Associate Director of Youth, Young Adult & Campus Ministry

Archdiocese of Denver
01.2004 - 01.2012

Coordinator of Youth, Young Adult & Campus Ministry

Archdiocese of Denver
01.2003 - 01.2004

Stewardship Director, Youth Minister

St. Mark Catholic Church
01.1996 - 01.2004

Bookkeeper / Tax Preparer

Waters, Hauser & CO, P.C
01.1995 - 01.2001

Administrative Assistant

Mellon Mortgage Company
01.1994 - 01.1995

Taxpayer Service Representative

Colorado Department of Revenue
01.1992 - 01.1994

Master of Arts - Catechetics & Evangelization

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

St. Mary University
Michelle Peters