Multi-talented Senior Executive knowledgeable about fundraising, operations and personnel management. Successful at stepping into diverse positions and making immediate positive contributions. Focused on optimizing operations and motivating employees while establishing market increase.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Vice President Organizational Change Manage
The ALS Association
07.2021 - Current
Worked in partnership with Leadership and the Board of Trustees, to move the ALS Association from a federated organization into a single corporation..
Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
Influenced organizational change initiatives that resulted in significant improvements in workplace efficiency and employee satisfaction.
Lead Strategist
Turnkey
05.2016 - 07.2021
Team leader for the companies branch of nonprofit engagement.
Brought high-level expertise in strategy and fundraising to nonprofits of all sizes.
Provided clients with new business intelligence on their program of work and opportunities to improve.
Tripled consulting revenue during my time with Turnkey.
Chief Development Officer
St. Baldrick's Foundation
01.2014 - 11.2015
Led and provided oversight and strategy to all income related activities.
Built Major Gifts revenue and department from the ground up raising over $1 million in new revenue in the first year.
Strengthened fundraising efforts by developing and executing comprehensive annual development plans.
Improved grant acquisition rates by researching funding opportunities and crafting compelling proposals.
Refocused departments to ensure stronger fundraising across all strategies.
Created operational changes that lowered cost and ensured greater efficiency and productivity.
Regional Vice President
American Cancer Society
09.2012 - 12.2013
Increased regional revenue by developing and implementing new approaches to the work within the LA Region.
Strengthened relationships with key volunteers by providing exceptional customer service and support.
Led a team of Directors ensuring consistent communication and collaboration for overall success.
Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
Improved morale and lowered turnover.
Vice President, Relay For Life
American Cancer Society
10.2004 - 12.2013
Conceptualize, develop, and implement strategies for growth and improvement of Relay For Life activities.
Provide expert oversight and leadership ensuring growth of the fundraising program from $10M to $33M and 480 events in the State of California.
Render clear direction and coaching to 125 staff and 6 directors.
Maintain ongoing collaboration with FInance, Operations, Mission, and Income department to ensure cross functional support and inclusivity.
Instituted a multifaceted training and support plan to ensure ongoing education and engagement to volunteers and staff.
Minimized staff turnover from 35% down to 17% in collaboration with Human Resources Department.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA
Skills
Corporate Presentations
Strategic Plans
Partnership Development
Operations Management
Revenue Generation
Recruiting and Hiring
Process Improvements
Staff Development
Budget Preparation
Cross-functional Collaboration
Project Management
Timeline
Senior Vice President Organizational Change Manage
The ALS Association
07.2021 - Current
Lead Strategist
Turnkey
05.2016 - 07.2021
Chief Development Officer
St. Baldrick's Foundation
01.2014 - 11.2015
Regional Vice President
American Cancer Society
09.2012 - 12.2013
Vice President, Relay For Life
American Cancer Society
10.2004 - 12.2013
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
Moorpark College
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