ROSARIO SANTOS
Laredo,TX
Summary
Versatile Executive Director focused on promoting mission and increasing effectiveness of engagement in communities. Passionate about managing and overseeing implementation of nonprofit programming. Hardworking and passionate candidate with strong communication and organizational skills. Recognized for successfully collaborating with board to develop projects, financials and strategies. Accomplished Executive Director recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operations with superior organizational and communication skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Laredo Center For The Arts
01.2015 - Current
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct Laredo Center for the Arts mission fulfillment.
- Represented Laredo Center for the Arts to local public by giving presentations and participating/hosting in city wide community events.
- Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public about Laredo Center for the Arts exhibits, educational programming, and events.
- Promoted Laredo Center for the Arts events and exhibits via media interviews, social media, email, and other communication methods, boosting Laredo Center for the Arts attendance.
- Built relationships with donors, foundations, city and county officials and other non profit organizations to secure funding and support for Laredo Center for the Arts.
- Prepared and submitted grant applications to corporate organizations, private foundations, civic organizations, to solicit grant monies for Laredo Center for the Arts.
- Researched appropriate funding sources such as government programs and private foundations.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning and event promotions.
- Planned and coordinated fundraising events such as raffles, auctions, book signings, concerts, and festivals.
- Planned and organized special events and fundraisers, solicited corporate sponsorships, and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
- Cultivated relationships with existing and potential donors to increase donations.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Performed event coordination for exhibits, cultural events, and fundraisers.
- Created and maintained event expenditures, budgets and timelines.
Administrative Coordinator
LAREDO CENTER FOR THE ARTS
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for employees.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on Laredo Center for the Arts event attendance, exhibit budgets, and gallery and gift shop sales data.
- Developed and implemented organizational systems to streamline daily operations.
Events/Sponsorship Coordinator
Laredo Center For The Arts
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Contributed to event marketing, gallery sales, and exhibit promotion.
- Fostered lasting relationships with sponsors and donors through effective communication.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with other non profits.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Performed event coordination for exhibits, cultural events, and fundraisers.
- Hired, trained and supervised volunteers and support staff required for events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX12.2003
Skills
- Mission and Vision
- Outreach Programs
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Innovative and Visionary
- Project Management
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Media Relations
- Fundraising Campaigns
- Strategic Planning
- Grant Submissions
Accomplishments
- Awarded Special Recognition Community Partner for Outstanding Service to the Community.
- Nominated and Served on the Texas Commission on the Arts Visual Arts Evaluation Panel for the Arts Create Grant Program.
- Supervised Team of 6 Staff Members.
Affiliations
City of Laredo Fine Arts and Culture Commission-Commission Chair
No Border Wall Coalition Member
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Executive Director
Laredo Center For The Arts
01.2015 - Current
Administrative Coordinator
LAREDO CENTER FOR THE ARTS
01.2011 - 01.2015
Events/Sponsorship Coordinator
Laredo Center For The Arts
01.2008 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Texas A&M International University