Accomplished professional with a reputation for building relationships, problem solving and proven ability to excel and succeed in fast-paced and detail-oriented environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Fundraising Events Specialist
Akron Children's Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work in fundraising.
Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
Assisted in developing strategic plan that aligned with long-term company goals
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Program Management
Healthcare experience
Presentation & public speaking skills
Special Events Coordinator
Akron Children's Hospital
03.2022 - 07.2024
Designed custom event layouts that maximized available space while maintaining a visually pleasing aesthetic.
Provided exceptional on-site support during events, addressing any issues promptly and professionally.
Implemented creative solutions for venue challenges, optimizing space usage and enhancing the overall guest experience.
Staffed events by maintaining roster of available personnel and reliable service providers.
Facilitated communication between internal events personnel and external vendors to quickly resolve any conflicts or concerns.
Organized and implemented signature events with as many as a thousand plus guests.
Conducted post-event evaluations to identify areas of improvement and implement necessary changes.
Streamlined event operations by developing efficient logistical processes for event setup and breakdown.
Managed event logistics and operations.
Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
Operations Manager
LRMR Ventures - LeBron James Family Foundation
05.2018 - 11.2021
Collaborate with Nike monthly to select and design team apparel
Manage operation of LJFF Team Shop, apparel website
Communicate with approximately one hundred I Promise School teachers and staff members to fulfill supply orders by monthly deadlines
Track expenditures and documentation to ensure 100% accuracy of year-end budget totals
Manage design, production, and distribution of I Promise wristbands
Purchase, maintain, and organize inventory at LRMR headquarters and I Promise School
Maintain and foster employee and customer relations with all LRMR Ventures employees and business partners
Present current and upcoming events for LeBron Family Foundation to executive partners at the monthly
Community Lab meeting
Manage and evaluate student interns
Cultivate partnerships with donors through presentations and tours of LRMR headquarters and I Promise School.
Executive Assistant
Power Media, LeBron James Family Foundation Partner
08.2017 - 05.2018
Reconciled customer relations and financial accounts in poor standing, including invoices and payroll
Represented Power Media in collaborations with LeBron James Family Foundation
Led initiatives to establish rapport with potential clientele and acquire business
Managed daily operations, overseeing ten employees.
Cultural Relations Manager
LRMR Ventures - Springhill Entertainment
08.2016 - 08.2017
Facilitated a team-centered environment in new office setting
Coordinated and participated in television production meetings
Created training materials for new employees
Managed execution of team-building experiences
Performed office manager duties: managing schedules, organizing office functions, and overseeing dailyoperations of the office
Taylor
CEO Executive Assistant
Brunswick Insurance - LeBron James Family Foundation Partner
05.2014 - 08.2016
Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for CEO
Greeted clients, ensuring outstanding first impression of company
Assisted with office shipping and mass mailing.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A - Organizational Communication, Public Speaking
Kent State University
Kent, OH
2014
Skills
Work flow planning
Budgeting and forecasting
Supply Chain Management
Risk analysis and management
Project development and life cycle
Expert problem solving
Management collaboration
Customer relations
Self motivation
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Excellent communication
Written communication
Timeline
Fundraising Events Specialist
Akron Children's Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Special Events Coordinator
Akron Children's Hospital
03.2022 - 07.2024
Operations Manager
LRMR Ventures - LeBron James Family Foundation
05.2018 - 11.2021
Executive Assistant
Power Media, LeBron James Family Foundation Partner
08.2017 - 05.2018
Cultural Relations Manager
LRMR Ventures - Springhill Entertainment
08.2016 - 08.2017
CEO Executive Assistant
Brunswick Insurance - LeBron James Family Foundation Partner
05.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A - Organizational Communication, Public Speaking
Special Events & Fundraising Specialist at Harker Heights Chamber of CommerceSpecial Events & Fundraising Specialist at Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce