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Valerie Embrey

Berryville,VA

Summary

Welcome a position challenging my abilities, utilizing my management and communication skills in a synergistic results-oriented environment with professional compatibility.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Development

Shenandoah University
06.2004 - 01.2011
  • Developed comprehensive strategic plans to guide long-term growth and sustainability of the organization''s programs.
  • Enhanced donor relationships with personalized communication plans and regular updates on project progress.
  • Successfully raised major donations for the completion of a $65 Million Capital Campaign.


Development Director

Loudoun Country Day School
07.2001 - 06.2004

Prepared infrastructure for Capital Campaign to build a new campus for Pre-K through Grade 12.

Director of Development

The Langley School
07.1993 - 06.2001

Coordinated, supervised and implemented all fundraising activities successfully completing a two phase Capital Campaign to build a Middle School and a new Athletic Center.

Director of Development

Foxcroft School
04.1981 - 06.1992
  • Increased fundraising revenue by implementing innovative donor engagement strategies and targeted campaigns.
  • Coordidnated school's 75th Anniversary with year long celebrations culminating with a weekend of special events and Auction.

Show Coordinator

Upperville Colt & Horse Show
01.1976 - 08.1987

Planned and executed preparations for the largest and oldest seven-day outdoor show in the United States.

Assistant to the Headmaster

The Hill School
03.1969 - 06.1974

Assisted the Headmaster, faculty and parents in all operations of an independent elementary co-educational day school K-8.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Trinity College
Washington

Skills

    Effective interpersonal communication skills

    Experienced and effective fundraiser and friend-raiser

    Achieves goals and objectives and meets deadlines

    Flexible and adaptable to new environments and responsibilities

Timeline

Director of Development

Shenandoah University
06.2004 - 01.2011

Development Director

Loudoun Country Day School
07.2001 - 06.2004

Director of Development

The Langley School
07.1993 - 06.2001

Director of Development

Foxcroft School
04.1981 - 06.1992

Show Coordinator

Upperville Colt & Horse Show
01.1976 - 08.1987

Bachelor of Arts -

Trinity College

Assistant to the Headmaster

The Hill School
03.1969 - 06.1974
Valerie Embrey