RUTH BIRNBAUM
Generalized Consultant
Maple Valley,WA
Summary
Seasoned Generalized Consultant with 20 years of success in developing programs and achieving optimal engagement from clients. Expert in capitalizing on opportunities to improve service offerings when developing robust programs. Reliable employee seeking a full-time position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certificates
Work History
Generalized Consultant
Various Local Nonprofits
Issaquah, WA
01.2014 - Current
- Screened applicants for Bellevue University's Nursing Health and Wellness degree programs; reviewing application documents, contacting students and ensuring proper documentation for enrollment on prospective students, using over 20 years of college student experience with Medical Transcription background.
- Created and promoted graduation event for Bellevue University College of Health and Wellness utilizing over 20 years of event planning experience.
- Instrumental in website development and reconstruction for Bellevue University College of Health and Wellness.
- Supported members of Issaquah Women's Club and AAUW by providing training, mentoring, developing and delivering resources and identifying and cultivating partnerships to support volunteers and community.
- Attended community functions to promote awareness of organization and goals, recruit members/volunteers and expand network of donors and volunteers for Issaquah Women's Club and AAUW.
- Created contacts with community organizations to obtain commitments to support volunteer program through contributions and volunteer hours as Program Coordinator for AAUW.
- Reviewed work prepared by members and represented community member volunteers at monthly meetings as Program Coordinator for AAUW and Issaquah Women's Club Scholarship Chair.
- Uncovered opportunities for volunteer program improvement by soliciting member and student feedback through survey creation and evaluating volunteer performance for Bellevue University College of Health and Wellness, Issaquah Women's Club and AAUW.
- Coordinated team-building activities and celebratory events for students, members and guests at Bellevue University College of Health and Wellness, Issaquah Women's Club and AAUW.
- Tracked student applications and conducted background checks to facilitate participation in student degree programs for Bellevue University College of Health and Wellness.
- Held volunteer seminars and training sessions to promote solidarity between members and understanding of mission and goals of organization for AAUW and Issaquah Women's Club.
- Assisted program managers and sponsors with entering student data, file management and taking students' calls for Bellevue University College of Health and Wellness.
- Managed student calendars and verified student enrollment at Bellevue University College of Health and Wellness.
- Developed online training modules for students at Bellevue University College of Health and Wellness.
- Delivered community presentations to educate about programs and services offered by AAUW and Issaquah Women's Club.
Assistant Director
William C. Demetree Jr. Foundation
Winter Park, Florida
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Assisted Director in managing of 5 Million dollar private family foundation to encourage community impact.
- Tracked key giving metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures.
- Managed incoming correspondence to enhance employee performance and reduce time spent on processing and responding.
- Monitored office calendars to plan meetings, activities and travel to maximize productivity.
- Managed foundation database to store information for reference, reporting and analysis.
- Interacted with customers and clients to identify giving opportunities and community needs.
- Updated director about project status, updates and concerns on daily basis.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
- Booked airfare, hotel and ground transportation to coordinate office travel.
- Edited documents to improve accuracy of language, flow and readability.
- Interacted with vendors to purchase and set up equipment and services.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
Regional Representative/Manager
International Service Learning
Kellogg, ID
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Increased territory participation by 350% within 2 years.
- Created sales objectives, prepared quotas and designed effective sales plans to drive business goals.
- Enhanced success of advertising strategies by boosting engagement through social media and other digital marketing approaches.
- Visited clients on-site to give benefit-oriented sales presentations.
- Managed new business development in over 50 locations within U.S. and Caribbean colleges by building and maintaining customer relationships and identifying needs and challenges.
- Set up appointments with potential and current customers to promote volunteer opportunities.
- Forged and nurtured impactful relationships with customers to cultivate loyalty.
- Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote new opportunities.
- Demonstrated products and specific features at customer locations and special events.
- Networked at events and by phone to expand business profits and revenues.
- Attended trade shows, conferences and seminars to promote Service Learning Trips and develop new business opportunities.
- Researched potential clients and markets to prepare for appointments.
Education
MPA - Public Administration
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 08.2008 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ 08.2003 - 08.2005
Certificate in Medical Transcription -
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL 08.1996 - 08.1997
Skills
Volunteer tasking
Certification
FEMA Disaster Training Certification: IS-00100.a
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Generalized Consultant
Various Local Nonprofits
01.2014 - Current
Assistant Director
William C. Demetree Jr. Foundation
01.2012 - 01.2014
Regional Representative/Manager
International Service Learning
01.2010 - 01.2012
FEMA Disaster Training Certification: IS-00100.a
07-2009
FEMA Disaster Training Certificate: (ICS 100) Introduction to the Incident Command System
07-2009
FEMA Disaster Training Certification: IS-00240 Leadership & Influence
07-2009
FEMA Disaster Training Certification: IS-00241 Decision Making & Problem Solving
07-2009
FEMA Disaster Training Certification: IS-00800.B Network Response Framework
07-2009
FEMA Disaster Training Certification: IS-00242 Effective Communication
07-2009
FEMA Disaster Training Certification: IS00107.10 FEMA Travel Rules and Regulations
07-2009
MPA - Public Administration
University of Central Florida
08.2008 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
08.2003 - 08.2005
Certificate in Medical Transcription -
Seminole State College of Florida
08.1996 - 08.1997
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