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objective

dynamic event coordinator and project/program manager eager to contribute talents toward supporting a progressive organization in achieving goals.

 

profile

ø  offer approximately 10 years progressive experience in event coordination and project management, with comprehensive background working with nonprofit organizations.

ø  entrusted with achieving optimal utilization of human and financial resources through proactive workflow planning/coordination and budget administration.

ø  effectively define, develop and implement targeted action plans to maximize operational productivity, efficiency and profitability.

ø  successfully recruit, train/develop, mentor and lead top-performing teams and create a collaborative environment conducive to achieving high levels of employee retention and job satisfaction.

ø  dynamic communication, presentation, relationship building and problem-solving abilities.

ø  highly versatile; quickly master new roles, responsibilities, technologies, and environments.

ø  facilitate smooth communication between staff and senior personnel and expedite workflow to attain objectives.

 

professional experience

houston earth day 2004 - houston, tx                                                                                       2004

lead event consultant

  contributed dynamic leadership skills in managing all aspects of houston earth day, an annual day of education, celebration and environmental action for the city of houston.

  strategically planned and coordinated activities to maximize use of resources while controlling costs and meeting event needs.

  exhibited advanced communication skills in liaising effectively between lead sponsor, marathon oil, and event organizer, citizen s environmental coalition.

 

mentor/the national mentoring partnership - alexandria, va                                                1995-2003

vice president, resource development

  applied sharp business acumen and analytical skills toward implementing and overseeing all aspects of the national mentoring partnership s resource development plan, including coordinating relationships and activities among the partnership, its board of directors, consultants and all donors. 

  proficiently recruited, trained, coordinated, and led staff to optimize productivity, efficiency and performance, playing an instrumental role in the development of top performing team members.

  cost-effectively allocated, administered and managed budgets.

  contributed strong problem solving and prioritizing abilities toward defining and implementing objectives and strategies to raise $5m annually.

  supervised an annual $1.8 million awards gala and an annual $700k event, as well as special one-time events and various major donor dinners. 

  directly collaborated with the national executive director, volunteer chairmen, and program directors to solicit foundations, corporations, and individuals for program and general operating support. 

 

 

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people for the american way - washington, dc                                                                       1995

foundation coordinator

  conducted comprehensive research and analysis in order to identify foundations for programmatic and unrestricted support. 

  demonstrated strong written communication and negotiation talents toward producing proposals, applications, progress and final reports for $1m worth of foundation support. 

 

united way of the texas gulf coast - houston, tx                                                                    1993-1994

fund development specialist

  steered campaigner training and corporate recognition programs during the 1993 $50m united way campaign, illustrating exceptional multitasking and prioritizing skills in achieving goals and timelines.

  exhibited solid leadership qualities in managing 6 loaned executives supporting enterprise-wide operations.

 

education

master of arts, communication - texas a&m university (college station, tx)

bachelor of science, political science - texas a&m university (college station, tx)

 

professional development/training

various professional development courses: non-profit budgeting, board development, grant writing, business and professional writing, grant management, evaluation methods, time management, supervisory skills, and corporate sponsorship development.

 

technical skills

excel, access, power point, outlook, microsoft word, and raiser's edge fundraising software for pc environment

advanced internet research skills and basic skills in web site publishing

 

professional affiliations

vanderbilt university, owen graduate school of management/nsfre executive management institute

current member of the board - christ lutheran of alamo heights day school

former certified fundraising executive (cfre), 1999-2005

former member - national society of fund raising executives (nsfre)

former board member - volunteer houston

former board member - nsovations (young friends of the national symphony orchestra)

jr. ball chairman - the national symphony ball, 1997 & 1998

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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dear _______________________________:

 

i am currently exploring new opportunities, and am interested in joining your team.  to acquaint you with my qualifications, i m submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as illustrated by the accompanying resume, i have approximately 10 years of experience in event planning/coordination and program management.  from supporting high performance teams and facilitating superior client servicing to streamlining operations and executing proactive organizational processes/procedures, i have continually excelled in maximizing performance as a dynamic team member.  i excel in identifying and resolving inefficiencies, introducing solutions instrumental to boosting performance and strategically utilizing resources to generate optimal results.  to complement my experience, i offer a master of arts in communication.

 

as a member of your team, i will consistently exhibit a strong commitment to quality and a dedication to playing a large role in achieving and surpassing goals.  i am eager to meet with you to discuss how my qualifications support your current and prospective needs, and welcome the opportunity to interview at your earliest convenience.

 

professional regards,

 

 

 

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