Key Contributor & Effective Leader supporting event management functions in fast-paced and high-stress environments within a variety of industries. Experienced in managing large-scale non-profit events, supervising both staff members and volunteers, negotiating vendor contracts, managing human resources logistics, and generating event marketing materials. Equipped with a significant ability to leverage skills in project management and to introduce new tools for cost/time savings and efficiency improvements.

Leading Large-Scale Events Non-Profit Industry Staff Management Fundraising/Development

Human Resources/Operations Management Volunteer Recruiting Event Promotions Budget Management

Contract Negotiation Program Management Marketing Content Development Relationship Building

  Direct day to day logistics within a successful non-profit environment with a focus on increasing productivity and efficiency levels

  Generate innovative content used in marketing materials, internal communication, website content, donor communication, and social media

  Play a lead role in planning large-scale events which requires building rapport with community members and handling strategic planning initiatives

  Supervise a team of staff members which includes providing individualized coaching and guidance in addition to overseeing professional development

  Successfully increasing giving by approximately $50,000 within 1 year, created a memorial scholarship fund, and implemented streamlined donor programs

  Instrumental in the completion of an internal development audit which resulted in the successful creation of a 10-year vision and 5-year strategic plan

  Managed event logistics within the organization which included supervising a team of 5 Officers and approximately 28 remote volunteers

  Planned and directed global fundraising events in addition to leading scholarship programs, overseeing corporate grant programs, and creating fundraising strategies

  Utilized superior communication and interpersonal abilities to create detailed annual budgets, develop comprehensive annual reports, and design marketing strategies

  Managed daily classroom operations within an elementary school setting which included teaching math, science, and bible curriculum

  Played a lead role in writing complex grant applications, created comprehensive lesson plans, and maintained positive communication with students, parents, and school leadership

  Oversaw daily strategic operations within the Children s Ministry which centered on managing full-cycle recruiting, scheduling volunteers, and coordinating volunteer background checks

  Performed detailed research related to appropriate curriculum for specific age groups, created an annual budget, and generated monthly reports for church leadership

  Instrumental in the execution of an annual fall festival, Easter egg hunt, and several inter-generational study nights in addition to leading a project focused obtaining the church s first indoor playground

Additional Professional Experience Includes: Co-Director of Family Ministries, Sanctuary Community Church (2005-2008), Tutor, Sylvan Learning Center (2003-2004) and Teacher, Center Grove School (1998-2000)

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Dear__________________:

I am currently seeking a challenging new career opportunity as (JOB TITLE) and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include a strong background in both development and event planning roles with experience in overseeing complex business development operations, designing innovative operational strategies, and leading cross-functional teams. In addition, I have a demonstrated ability to maintain positive rapport with others and diffuse escalated operational situations.

To complement my professional experience, I also possess stellar interpersonal and communication skills with an impressive educational background which includes a Bachelor s Degree in Education from Indiana University.

As an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your organization, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

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