Melville, NY | Huntington Station, NY | Dix Hills, NY
Also known as: sarahemily
As Assistant Director at Jacob's Cure, I have developed numerous solutions to enable the organization to operate more effectively. I created and implemented new procedures and systems for donor tracking, operational expenses and vendor relations. I applied for and received technology grants from Google and The Salesforce Foundation on behalf of the organization. I was also responsible for managing the details of our rebranding and new website in early 2010. I am well versed in utilizing social media to increase awareness and fundraising, and I implemented a comprehensive social media strategy for Jacob's Cure. Through this new social media strategy as well as an SEO campaign, we have developed relationships with more families around the world and have created additional support mechanisms. For our "Dream Big" gala in May, 2010, which raised over $1.5 million and brought together over 800 guests, I was involved with all aspects of marketing, public relations, operations coordination, donor contributions and vendor relations as well as problem-solving all challenges and issues before, during and after the event. Prior to working at Jacob's Cure, I worked in theatre as a stage manager and lighting designer throughout the tri-state area. Both positions required exceptional organizational ability and attention to detail as well as strong people skills and the ability to collaborate with others. Specialties event management, development, social media marketing, non-profit accounting, non-profit technology solutions, organization, leadership, public speaking, project management, mentoring, positivity
