Renee Tsinnie
Window Rock,Arizona
Summary
Results-driven mission advancement professional with a robust philanthropy background, specializing in the non-profit sector. Adept at developing and implementing strategies to secure funding, build relationships, and propel organizational missions forward. Possesses comprehensive fundraising expertise, including annual fund campaigns, major gifts solicitation, and successful management of special projects.
Demonstrated proficiency in securing funding through effective grant writing and grant management, complemented by a wealth of experience in project management. Exhibits additional leadership in critical areas such as marketing, event management, and financial acumen. Proven track record of managing multiple projects concurrently within stringent timelines, emphasizing cross-functional collaboration.
Brings strong organizational skills and effective communication to various stakeholders, fostering internal team cohesion and nurturing external connections within the community, industry, and relevant sectors. Notable expertise in public relations enhances the organization's visibility and reputation.
Committed to continuous learning and growth, displaying a keen interest in industry trends, best practices, adaptability, innovation, and ongoing professional development. Reliable and positive, with a proactive attitude and a readiness to assume additional responsibilities to contribute to team goals.
Dedicated to upholding high ethical standards, ensuring transparency, trust, and confidentiality in all endeavors. Passionate about mission-driven work and the positive impact of non-profit organizations on the community.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Advancement
St. Michael Indian School
02.2009 - Current
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission, increasing revenue, profit, and business growth by collaboratively developing integrated strategies. Responsible for implanting the strategies and practices that will drive increased donor participation in annual fund giving, major gifts solicitation, corporate sponsorship, and endowment. Total organization fundraising just under $1M.
- Maintain and develop all philanthropic relations of individuals and organizations.
- Provides support to Advancement Committee, School Leadership, and Board of Directors.
- Developed and presented plans and reports to President and stakeholders.
- Oversight of program development in areas of special events (nearly 80 fundraising activities annually and volunteer management).
- Research local, state, and national grants, submit grant proposals and manage grant/restricted funding.
- Implement marketing and communication plans for consistent brand awareness and fundraising campaigns.
- Created content and promotional materials to drive engagement and conversions.
- Implement community outreach programs.
- Additional duties of oversight of Admissions, School Bookstore, Athletic Fundraising, and Alumni Relations.
- Relationship Building with all stakeholders of organization.
- Member of Crisis Response Team and Leadership Team.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Sales Associate and Instructor
Annalis Scraptique
10.2007 - 03.2008
- Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales to meet sales goal 100% per day.
- Responsible for increasing sales revenue and increase client customers in the database by 50% through relationship building.
- Improved operational efficiencies while managing customers requests, store inventory, transactions, new purchase orders, and pricing needs.
- Managed private groups and managed store events
- Product knowledge training worked with class artists, performed operational and marketing duties.
- Keyholder for store-opened/closed store and handled cash.
Senior Financial Sales Representative
Compass Bank
02.2003 - 04.2006
- Welcomed customers warmly to meet banking service and transactional banking and inquiry needs with seamless execution.
- Counted, verified and handled bank deposits and armored car transactions (Senior Teller)
- Processed wide variety of retail banking transactions for personal and commercial customers to meet sales goals and lead creation.
- Complied with regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements to protect bank assets.
- Solicited new and prospective clients through in-branch traffic and outbound sales calls.
- Assisted clients with consumer and business loan applications, loan disclosures, and account maintenance.
- Worked with Business and Consumer Banking Products and Mortgage and Business and Consumer Loans.
- Licensed in Life & Health insurance for investment selling of annuities to customers.
- Worked with clients to develop financial planning strategies and solutions through the evaluation of finances.
- Implemented initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and increase repeat business.
Assistant Manager
Crescent Jewelers
11.2002 - 02.2003
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations for sales associates and collectors.
- Assisted customer's in-store credit application for in-house financing.
- Managed inventory for ordering and loss prevention measures.
- Develop customer relationships.
- Assisted Store Collector in outbound collection calls for existing accounts.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Achieved recognition from senior management for contribution to store success, including managing sales, employees and operations to foster optimal performance.
Assistant Store Manager
Anchor Blue (HUB Distributing)
01.2000 - 08.2002
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Developed innovative and creative merchandise displays to drive point-of-sale purchases.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Education
MBA - Project Leadership And Management
Regis University
Denver, CO12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona05.2020
High School Diploma -
Window Rock High School
Fort Defiance, Arizona05.1996
Skills
- Non-Profit Management
- Grant Writing and Management
- Fundraising Expertise
- Stewardship Programs
- Donor Relations
- Prospect Research
- Project Management
- Budget Management
- Organizational Skills
- Public Relations
- Database Management
- Event Planning
- Volunteer Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Written and verbal communication
Certification
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- Current Affairs Fundraising, Indiana University Lilly School of Philanthropy - March 2021
Affiliations
- Soldiers Angels
Additional Information
High School Cheer Coach 2016-2023
Timeline
Director of Advancement
St. Michael Indian School
02.2009 - Current
Sales Associate and Instructor
Annalis Scraptique
10.2007 - 03.2008
Senior Financial Sales Representative
Compass Bank
02.2003 - 04.2006
Assistant Manager
Crescent Jewelers
11.2002 - 02.2003
Assistant Store Manager
Anchor Blue (HUB Distributing)
01.2000 - 08.2002
MBA - Project Leadership And Management
Regis University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Arizona State University
High School Diploma -
Window Rock High School
.
- Current Affairs Fundraising, Indiana University Lilly School of Philanthropy - March 2021
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