Sasia Reyes
Portland,OR
Summary
Mission-driven and radically loving nonprofit professional committed to ending hunger and its root causes through a lens of equity and empowerment. Proven success as Assistant Manager of the Corporate Relations team, fostering impactful partnerships and driving strategic communication efforts. Core competencies include stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and advocacy, leading to sustainable solutions that enhance organizational impact. Committed to expanding partnerships and advancing mission-driven goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager, Corporate Relations
Oregon Food Bank
Portland, OR
11.2024 - Current
Developer, Community Philanthropy Network
Oregon Food Bank
Portland, USA
02.2021 - 11.2024
- Provided guidance and expertise during implementation of localized food drives, streamlining processes and addressing challenges to ensure a smooth transition
- Support network wide campaigns including GSEFD, KGW, NALC, etc
- Through communication, creative development, and partner features
- Coordinate effective messaging and media materials for partner features in partnership with Strat Comms
- Implement strategies and initiatives to enhance the fundraising capacity and sustainability of PEC led/serving organizations in the OFB network
- Employ cross-cultural communication strategies and serve as the primary liaison for partner organizations maintaining regular communication and fostering collaborative relationships
- Collaborate across teams and departments to develop and implement integrated campaigns and events leveraging the strengths and resources of multiple teams
Development Manager
Freelance
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed program assessment protocols for evaluation and reporting
- Supported partnership building, marketing, and strategic planning
- Analyzed current fundraising strategies and managed implementation of new strategies to build and grow a strong, diverse fundraising pipeline
Development Officer
Sonoran Prevention Works
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Identified and secured funding opportunities for revenue growth, successfully obtaining new funding from federal, corporate, and foundation sources
- Prepared and submitted high quality grant proposals and reports
- Built and managed a consortium consisting of 5 organizations located across the state, fostering collaboration and shared resources
- Maintained and advanced relationships with donors and grantors
- Spearheaded email marketing and messaging
- Collaborated with Leadership to ensure resources and strategies were mission-driven and grounded in a racial equity and inclusion framework
Communications Assistant
Holly Dombrowski, HomeSmart Realty
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Managed & updated website, blogs, and online listings, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information
- Obtained testimonials for websites, social media, and marketing
- Coordinated client and vendor appreciation events, fostering positive relationships and strengthening partnerships
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Nonprofit Mgmt & Leadership
Arizona State University
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Cross Team Collaboration
- Partnerships & Communication
- Community Engagement
- Ethical Business Engagement
- Coaching and mentoring
- Team Leadership
- Equity & Impact
Training
- Impact Maker, Valley Leadership
- Managing to Change the World, The Management Center
- AAPI Management Crash Course
- Project Management, The Management Center
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Assistant Manager, Corporate Relations
Oregon Food Bank
11.2024 - Current
Developer, Community Philanthropy Network
Oregon Food Bank
02.2021 - 11.2024
Development Manager
Freelance
06.2020 - 01.2021
Development Officer
Sonoran Prevention Works
10.2018 - 06.2020
Communications Assistant
Holly Dombrowski, HomeSmart Realty
01.2012 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Nonprofit Mgmt & Leadership
Arizona State University
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