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Neiland Fitzgerald

Neiland Fitzgerald

PORTLAND,OR

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven outreach professional with over three years of experience leading community engagement initiatives, strategic event planning, and stakeholder management. Adept at fostering collaborative partnerships, managing diverse audiences, and implementing programs that drive measurable success. Proven expertise in public relations, communication strategies, and education program design. Dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all initiatives.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Community Program Manager

Evanta, a Gartner Company
07.2021 - Current
  • Develop and execute strategic outreach and engagement initiatives for CHRO communities, fostering collaboration among senior executives based in Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Vancouver BC, and Toronto.
  • Plan and manage large-scale community engagements including C-level dinners, town halls, and executive summits, aligning content with participant priorities and complex business challenges
  • Build and maintain relationships with executives to ensure sustained participation and program success, resulting in a 22% YOY increase in C-level participation in 2024
  • Led the company on summit attrition/no-show rates in NA at 6% in 2024

Inside Sales Representative

Adapt.io
12.2020 - 07.2021
  • Generated and nurtured leads, utilizing data-driven outreach strategies to drive business growth
  • Conducted client needs assessments, delivering tailored solutions to meet organizational goals
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to refine messaging and outreach tactics for target audiences

Sales Development Representative

ZoomInfo
02.2020 - 11.2020
  • Identified and qualified sales leads, managing high-volume outreach campaigns, generating $150K in gross revenue
  • Developed compelling communication strategies to engage potential clients and build lasting relationships
  • Used data analytics to identify and track sales trends and develop actionable insights

Senior Admissions Producer & DEI Committee Co-Chair

General Assembly
08.2015 - 09.2019
  • Oversaw admissions processes for educational programs, managing a high-touch candidate experience, resulting in the third highest annual sales in company history, generating $2.6M+ in revenue with 550 enrollments
  • Co-chaired the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, aligning programs with equity-driven goals to increase access and representation, resulting in a $10K scholarship for students in need
  • Collaborated with internal teams to develop outreach strategies targeting underrepresented communities

Director of Admissions

Art Institute of Portland
04.2011 - 06.2015
  • Directed all aspects of the admissions process, including strategic planning, recruitment, and community engagement averaging $1.2M in total gross enrollment revenue
  • Strengthened partnerships with local organizations to promote institutional programs and expand outreach

Education

Master of Arts - Design Management

Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY
06-2017

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

Portland State University
Portland, OR
06-2010

Skills

  • Strategic Communication & Messaging
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Event Planning & Program Development
  • Public Speaking & Advocacy

Timeline

Community Program Manager

Evanta, a Gartner Company
07.2021 - Current

Inside Sales Representative

Adapt.io
12.2020 - 07.2021

Sales Development Representative

ZoomInfo
02.2020 - 11.2020

Senior Admissions Producer & DEI Committee Co-Chair

General Assembly
08.2015 - 09.2019

Director of Admissions

Art Institute of Portland
04.2011 - 06.2015

Master of Arts - Design Management

Pratt Institute

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

Portland State University

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