WENDY L. KYLE
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dedicated and experienced independent school enrollment and admission professional with almost ten years of knowledge in an ever-changing, fast-paced industry. Collaborates in almost every step of the PK-11th grade admission process, supporting a robust application pool from the students' first visit to campus all the way to enrollment and beyond. A problem-solver and team player focused on building a diverse and inclusive school and community, while providing a positive experience for each and every applicant and visitor to the school.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Asst. Director Of Admission Operations & Events
Greenhill School
08.2023 - Current
- All responsibilities listed in Admission Associate position 05/16-8/23 plus:
- Updates and maintains Finalsite records and contact information.
- Manages testing and events each admission cycle, with more than 2000 applicants and families visiting campus annually.
- Establishes goals with admission team to provide positive experiences for every student and visitor to campus.
- Tracks enrollment numbers and statistics every year, noting annual trends in applications and yield.
- Provides data support to Director of Enrollment for admission updates and analysis, focusing on growth and Greenhill's mission.
- Works in conjunction with the business office monitoring new and returning students' contracts, as well as withdrawing students not returning.
- Collaborates with all departments, parent volunteers, students, and Alums to meet goals of a successful admission season.
Admission Associate
Greenhill School
05.2016 - 08.2023
- Provides administrative support to the Admission Office
- Processes student applications, while also entering and maintaining student data in Finalsite.
- Assists in planning and scheduling student interviews and visits.
- Manages parent and student volunteers for events and visits.
- Interviews almost 200 Middle and Upper School students annually.
- Processes admission testing and results for grades PK-11th.
- Tracks attendees of events as well as admits from the inquiry status through enrolled.
- Schedules interviews and phone calls for admissions director.
- Served as school's Registrar from 2016-2022.
Donor Relations Coordinator
Greenhill School
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Executed and assisted in a broad range of fundraising activities supporting long-term engagement and stewardship of Greenhill's donors, primarily focused on the $52 million dollar Building Community Campaign.
- Reported to Director of Major Gifts and supported fundraising efforts of the Chief Advancement Officer
- Provided administrative and data-driven support for donor initiates such as donor cultivation and solicitations, prospect management, donor communications, events and other donor stewardship and compliance
- Coordinated and assisted parent volunteers on Greemhill's annual Gala and auction, as well as other event and fundraising support throughout the school year
- Maintained up to date state charitable registration renewals for all states.
Marketing and Development Coordinator
Delta Delta Delta Foundation
12.2009 - 08.2014
- Developed marketing plan, managed donor acquisition and retention programs including direct mail, tele-marketing, e-solicitations and social media
- Strategically planned Trident Magazine advertisements and creatively collaborated with design vendors
- Planned and created cultivation and collateral pieces such as newsletters and brochures
- Authored copy for exact target e-mails and coordinates send with Fraternity communications department
- Processed donations, worked on stewardship projects for volunteers and trustees
- Coordinated cultivation meetings and travel for Executive Director and Board of Trustees.
General Manager
WinWell Companies/Fidelitone, Inc
09.2004 - 12.2008
- Managed sale and transition of three Xerox District Parts Centers in Dallas, San Antonio and Houston from UPS to WinWell and finally, Fidelitone..
- Implemented all hiring of staff, acquisition of new warehouse locations, and transferring of parts and materials
- Acclimated Xerox technicians as well as new employees coming from UPS into WinWell's culture, processes, and expectations.
- Duties included Xerox invoicing, payroll, HR needs, and managerial tasks for each location and employee
- Traveled each quarter to each location for assistance in Customer Service issues as well as managerial duties.
Corporate Relations Manager
WinWell Companies
07.2002 - 09.2004
- Managed the development and execution of internal and external corporate communication vehicles such as PR materials, newsletters, announcements, and company website
- Created the first WinWell newsletter, "@WinWell", and continued to write, develop, and distribute it quarterly
- In charge of the implementation of programs and events that promoted loyalty and enthusiasm among associates, such as company picnics, holiday parties, etc
- Created and maintained the recognition and rewards program for both the employees and the customers.
Media Planner/Buyer
Saunders-Ream Advertising
05.2000 - 06.2002
- Placed and purchased all forms of media including newspaper, TV, direct mail, magazines, radio, and billboards
- Planned & negotiated $12 million newspaper ROP, insert and spot broadcast plans for Tuesday Morning Inc., the discount gift and accessories retailer with over 600 stores in 250+ markets
- Negotiated annual advertising budget contracts with clients as well as traffic flow and overall account maintenance.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
University of North Texas
Denton, TXBachelor of Arts - Sociology
Texas A&M University
College Station, TXSkills
- Project Management
- Data Analysis
- Strategic Thinking
- Task Delegation
- Team Player
- Event Planner
- Customer Focused
- Mission Driven
Timeline
Asst. Director Of Admission Operations & Events
Greenhill School
08.2023 - Current
Admission Associate
Greenhill School
05.2016 - 08.2023
Donor Relations Coordinator
Greenhill School
08.2014 - 05.2016
Marketing and Development Coordinator
Delta Delta Delta Foundation
12.2009 - 08.2014
General Manager
WinWell Companies/Fidelitone, Inc
09.2004 - 12.2008
Corporate Relations Manager
WinWell Companies
07.2002 - 09.2004
Media Planner/Buyer
Saunders-Ream Advertising
05.2000 - 06.2002
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Texas A&M University
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