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Shannon Hancock

Broomfield,CO

Summary

Strategic and results-oriented leader with experience in strategy, planning, and effective operations for maximum impact for students. Skilled in developing strong relationships with donors, stakeholders, and staff to maximize revenue. Proven people leader known for growth and promotion of staff, dedication to continuous improvement, and keen focus on equity and inclusion.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Director

Five Star Education Foundation
12.2018 - Current
  • Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion growing the organization from $330k to $2.1 million in five years.
  • Spearheaded and funded a new program initiative to address unmet BIPOC and female student needs in STEM with a 100% success rate of retention and promotion in year one.
  • Partnered with key stakeholders to create and fully fund a 40-school emergency food and supply triage program to ensure learning readiness for ALL students.
  • Advanced the organization's mission with measurable impact focusing on programs, experiences and tools that ensure readiness for college and career.
  • Guided staff, board, volunteers, and donors through periods of profound organizational and student needs change, maintaining morale and increasing engagement.

Executive Director

Outdoor Lab Foundation
11.2011 - 12.2018
  • Grew all-volunteer organization on the verge of closing to a thriving million dollar non-profit in four years.
  • Worked with key stakeholders, donors, and partners to save a cherished 60-year education program accessible to ALL students.
  • Led strategic planning, fundraising, and community outreach efforts including a capital campaign for and completion of state-of-the-art aqua-ponic greenhouse classrooms at two mountain sites.
  • Increased access and opportunity for thousands of low-income and differently-abled students by securing multi-year donations, corporate sponsorships, and grants.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging professional development opportunities while growing staff.

Development/Organization Management

UCB
08.2009 - 11.2011
  • Overhauled structure and operations, managed day-to-day operations, and conducted grant research and writing.
  • Recruited and managed volunteers for community projects.
  • Created a welcoming and inclusive plan for attracting and retaining newcomers.

Owner/Managing Consultant

PDX Event Strategies
04.2005 - 08.2009
  • Provided professional consulting services for education-based non-profits including marketing, development, recruiting, and retention.
  • Supported volunteer-based non-profits on development and sustainability planning.
  • Managed large-scale development events on behalf of clients.

Marketing Manager

Open Advanced MRI
07.2006 - 10.2008
  • Managed marketing and account management of imaging services with a portfolio of over 250 providers
  • Increased referrals to facilities by over 150%
  • Analyzed market trends to identify new opportunities, adjusting marketing plans accordingly for maximum effectiveness.
  • Worked with the leadership team on key partnership agreements and merger planning.

Account Executive

Disney and ESPN Affiliate Sales and Marketing
03.1998 - 02.2005
  • Developed key relationships with C-suite decision makers to ensure revenue and distribution goals for the organization.
  • Secured carriage of Disney and ESPN networks, created marketing strategies, and brokered deals between ESPN Zones and cable affiliates in a 15 state territory.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and revenue growth.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish/ Latin American Studies

University of Oregon
Eugene, Oregon
01.1996

Skills

  • Organization Management and Strategic Planning
  • Board and Staff Leadership Development
  • Public Relations and Community Outreach
  • Fundraising- Major Gifts and Grant Writing
  • Corporate Sponsorship Sales and Relationship Management
  • Partnership Development
  • Government Relations
  • Budgeting and Financial Management

Certification

CFRE (Certified Fundraising Executive), 2016, 2019, 2022

Globally recognized certification for fundraising professionals

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

board and volunteer experience

  • Board Vice Chair, Access Housing, Aug 2023-Present (homelessness and shelter)
  • Board Vice Chair, Colorado Association of Schools Foundations, July 2022-Present (education and funding)
  • Volunteer, Adams 12 CAN, Colorado, 2015-2016 (political awareness for education funding)
  • Board Chair, CROP Walk for Hunger, Colorado, 2011-2012 (food security, event management)
  • Board Member, SkiTAM, Colorado, 1998-2005 (supporting the US Disabled Ski Team)

Timeline

Executive Director

Five Star Education Foundation
12.2018 - Current

Executive Director

Outdoor Lab Foundation
11.2011 - 12.2018

Development/Organization Management

UCB
08.2009 - 11.2011

Marketing Manager

Open Advanced MRI
07.2006 - 10.2008

Owner/Managing Consultant

PDX Event Strategies
04.2005 - 08.2009

Account Executive

Disney and ESPN Affiliate Sales and Marketing
03.1998 - 02.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish/ Latin American Studies

University of Oregon

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