Peggy Frey
Self-employed
Columbus,OH
24
years of professional experience
Development professional with strong leadership skills and proven track record in driving growth initiatives. Skilled in strategic planning, fundraising, and stakeholder management, with a focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability in dynamic environments and the ability to inspire and guide teams towards success.
Work History
Parental Caregiver
8 Years 11 Months- Provided compassionate care to my father, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted dad with personal hygiene, mobility, and medication management to promote well-being.
- Followed personalized care plans tailored to individual needs and preferences by his doctor for improved quality of life.
- Monitored clients' health conditions and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
Special Events Director
7 Months- Developed and executed strategic event plans to enhance guest experiences.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies to promote events and increase attendance.
- Evaluated post-event feedback to refine future strategies and enhance guest satisfaction.
- Optimized event scheduling by creating detailed timelines that outlined deadlines for critical tasks throughout the planning process.
Development and Community Relations Director
1 Year 4 Months- Analyzed outreach effectiveness, optimizing strategies for greater impact in the community.
- Negotiated sponsorships and secured funding for key community projects.
- Developed grant proposals to secure funding for various projects.
- Reviewed and analyzed budgetary needs for funding requests.
Development Director
4 Years 2 Months- Developed and implemented fundraising strategies to enhance donor engagement and retention.
- Successfully planned and executed special events that raised awareness about the organization's mission while generating new sources of support.
- Spearheaded a minimum of 13 special events, fundraising events, and grant sponsorships successfully.
- Responsible for successful events including Cadillac Invitational Golf Tournaments, Kidney Walks, Pro-Athletes for Life Luncheon, and the Gift of Life Gala. Continuously met all financial goals and targets.
Public Relations and Development Specialist
1 Year- Forged partnerships with local businesses, schools, and community organizations that provide additional resources or support necessary to expand our reach further than ever before.
- Increased grant funding by researching, writing, and submitting compelling grant proposals to various foundations and corporations.
- Co-created an upgraded agency letter to increase community circulation by 82%, ultimately increasing in-kind donations, monetary donations, and community support.
- Wrote grant to fund library for children with learning disabilities within all five center locations.
Community Relations and Development Coordinator
1 Month- Conducted reviews of speaker literature and website applications to ensure the organization's brand was met and clients' needs were supported for requested health topics and the proper speaker was assigned.
- Supported executive leadership in setting annual fundraising goals based on historical data analysis of donor trends and projections.
- Spearheaded four in-house committees and programs designed to respond to current health concerns and topics in the news. Researched and selected topics to be reviewed and discussed. Followed with media press releases.
- Voice of the facility with the media, community groups, and social services. Prepared all media releases and was a weekly guest on a Sunday Tampa radio program discussing relevant health and safety issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Psychology
- Anticipated Graduation
- GPA: 3.25
- Past President, Communications Club - SNHU 2020
- Past Events Coordinator for the Paranormal Research Club – SNHU 2021
- Past Club Coordinator for the Communications Club - SNHU 2021
- Honor Roll E W 3 2022
- Honor Roll E W 4 2022
- Honor Roll E W 5 2022
Associate of Science - Radio And Television Broadcasting & Communications
Skills
Event income performance & Event revenue growth
Grant writing expertise
AP writing style
Community Engagement & Outreach strategies
Newsletter development
Team empowerment & Performance management
Fundraising management
Team leadership
Conflict Resolution
Time Management
Effective communication
Timeline
Parental Caregiver
Self-employed
09.2017 - CurrentRead More
Special Events Director
Champps Restaurants
08.2012 - 03.2013Read More
Development and Community Relations Director
Fast Forward Therapy Inc.
12.2008 - 04.2010Read More
Development Director
National Kidney Foundation of Ohio
09.2004 - 11.2008Read More
Public Relations and Development Specialist
Carlton Manor Inc.
03.2003 - 03.2004Read More
Community Relations and Development Coordinator
Tampa Bay Research Institute
12.2002 - 01.2003Read More
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts from Communication, Psychology
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International College of Broadcasting
Associate of Science from Radio And Television Broadcasting & Communications
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