Scot Steinberg

Collaborate with the founder and other event planner to develop a concept and theme for their first Gala in the Fall and other events that aligns with our mission and resonates with our supporters.
Identify and secure sponsors, donors, and partners to contribute financial support, in-kind donations, and other resources for these event
Research and secure a suitable venue that can accommodate our needs and enhance the overall experience for attendees. and coordinate with performers, speakers, and other talent to ensure a captivating and engaging program for guests
Oversee the logistical details of the event, including but not limited to catering, decor, audiovisual equipment, and guest accommodations.
Develop and implement a comprehensive promotional strategy to generate excitement and drive attendance for the gala and other events.

Supported RLC's Development and Corporate Engagement Team in the planning and implementation of stewardship, sponsorship, corporate partners, and donor prospect events

Ideated and pitched event concepts to RLC's Development and Corporate Engagement Team, senior management team, internal stakeholders, and corporate partners

Project management of events—researching and booking the venue and soliciting and securing talent, sponsors, food donations, and in-kind donations needed for the event

Established event guest lists that include custom invites

Collected and ensured the delivery or pick up of sponsorship material and donated and purchased items associated with the event

Made sure all guests are communicated with events programming details (date, time, location, programming content overview)

Maintained and advised on event budgets

Troubleshooted and problem-solved any challenges that occur

Coordinated the development of social media posts, photography, and content creation

Collected and managed feedback on events

Sent thank you acknowledgment email to attendees, venue, talent, sponsors, and donors

Assisted in the outreach to current and past RLC donors to make donations to Giving Tuesday 2023

Supported other RLC departments as needed on a project-by-project basis

Assisted in the outreach to current and past RLC donors to make donations to the Giving Tuesday 2022 campaign

Created email templates on CRM software (Boomerang)

Helped form RLC's Kitchen Cabinet, a place where sustainable chefs can get together to increase education and awareness around food insecurity, the harmful effects of wasted food, and how to be part of the solution

Created a cook-along, event happy hour, and wine-tasting event for RLC's Board of Directors and guests that featured Chef Anita Lo and Sawa Okochi

Researched and solicited potential sponsors to purchase sponsorships and make donations to the 10th Annual Gala

Co-led efforts to secure $500,000 annually to support Stuyvesant High School activities

Shared and led in the planning and execution of various fundraising events Assisted the annual appeal and matching gifts committees

Obtained in-kind donations needed for the school

Solicited and sold catalog ads and sponsorship opportunities, secured auction items and in-kind donations for annual spring benefit

Led efforts to secure $50,000 in annual support for Churchill School activities

Shared and led the planning and execution of various fundraising activities Solicited sponsorship opportunities, and raffle items, and obtained food donations from local restaurants for annual events

Secured auction donations for annual school benefit run by the school development department

Co-led fundraising efforts to secure $600,000 annually to support the activities of PS9 for 9+ years

Shared in the development, planning, and implementation of various annual fundraising events

Solicited sponsorships and secured food and drink donations from local restaurants and national companies, including raffle and auction items for various annual school events and spring auction