Make-A-Wish Foundation of America
Industry: Non-profit organization
DescriptionThe Make-A-Wish Foundation is a 501 non-profit organization founded in the United States that arranges experiences described as "wishes" to children diagnosed with critical illnesses. Founded: April 29, 1980, Phoenix, AZ CEO: David A. Williams (Jan 2005–) Headquarters: Phoenix, AZ Notable Board Members: John Crowley (Chairman); Derrick Hall; Chris Beard President/CEO: David A. Williams Founders: Frank Shankwitz, Linda Bergendahl-Pauling, Scott Stahl
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Make-A-Wish Foundation of America Employees
Make A Wish Foundation of America April 2012 - Present
CCS Fund Raising August 1990 - September 2011
Skills
Program Evaluation, Salesforce.com, Philanthropy, Board Development, Annual Giving, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Planned Giving, Grant Writing, Stewardship, Public Relations, Capital Campaign..., Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Grants, Capital Campaigns, Event Management, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Prospect Research, Proposal Writing
Education
Concordia University Chicago 1986 — 1990
BA, Communications
Yavapai College Foundation, Prescott, AZ December 2010 - Present
Kaplan University June 2010 - June 2015
American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter February 2007 - January 2010
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America 2006 - 2007
ASU Foundation for A New American University 2004 - 2006
Special Olympics Southern California 2002 - 2004
University of Southern California 1994 - 2002
Skills
Fundraising, Non-profits, Annual Giving, Philanthropy, Stewardship, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Grants, Alumni Relations, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Board Development, Leadership, Public Speaking, Planned Giving, Leadership Development, Community Development, Strategic Partnerships, Higher Education, Non-profit..., Community Outreach, Proposal Writing, Management, Prospect Research, Staff Development, Teaching, Fundraisers, Event Management, Presentations, Team Building, Team Management, Event Planning, Wine Education, Wineries
Education
University of Louisville
MSW, Social Work
State University of New York College at Brockport
BS, Social Work
Dryden High School
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America September 2010 - Present
Autism Speaks January 2010 - September 2010
Autism Speaks November 2006 - January 2010
MDNY Healthcare June 2005 - November 2006
Darkness to Light April 2004 - February 2005
Chanel January 2003 - April 2004
Brockton Rox November 2001 - July 2002
Charleston RiverDogs February 2001 - November 2001
MEDIAEDGE May 2000 - February 2001
The University of Georgia Athletics Department August 1999 - May 2000
Skills
Social Networking, Facebook, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Advertising, Editing, Social Media, Newsletters, Marketing Communications, Publications, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Corporate Communications, New Media
Education
The University of Georgia 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Advertising
Best Friends Animal Society October 2014 - Present
Best Friends Animal Society September 2010 - Present
Family Health International August 2008 - November 2009
Make A Wish Foundation International 2002 - 2005
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America 1998 - 2002
Skills
Strategic Planning, Management, Leadership, Nonprofits, Budgets, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Marketing Strategy, Program Management, Project Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Strategy, Change Management, Management Consulting, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Social Media, Strategic Communications, Leadership Development, Training, Event Management
Education
University of St.Gallen 2005 — 2007
MBA, International Business
University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management 2005 — 2007
MBA, Business
Indiana University Bloomington 1988 — 1992
BA, Art History
Phoenix Learning and Organizational Consulting Group November 2013 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America August 2012 - October 2013
Classified Ventures November 2008 - June 2012
Nicor Gas 2004 - 2008
NIU 2001 - 2004
Arthur Andersen 1984 - 2000
Arthur Andersen 1984 - 2000
Arthur Andersen 1984 - 2000
Skills
Performance Management, Organizational..., Instructional Design, Leadership Development, Curriculum Design, Succession Planning, Coaching, Team Building, Process Improvement, Change Management, Career Development, Talent Management, Training, Management, Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Analysis, E-Learning, Leadership, Customer Service, Fundraising, Team Management, Strategic Planning, Employee Engagement, Interviews, Employee Training, Organizational..., Human Resources, Workshop Facilitation, Performance Improvement, Training Delivery, Staff Development, Management Development, Instructor-led Training, MBTI, Organizational Design, Needs Analysis, Adult Education, Performance Consulting, Organizational Learning, Learning Management, Blended Learning, Consulting, Project Management, Program Management, Training & Development, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Northern Illinois University 1985 — 1987
MsEd, LEIT, Instructional Tech, Adult Educ
Northern Illinois University 1975 — 1979
BS, Journalism
National Safety Council September 2013 - Present
National Safety Council June 2012 - August 2013
National Safety Council April 2012 - June 2012
Feeding America February 2010 - October 2011
Feeding America June 2009 - February 2010
Feeding America October 2007 - June 2009
Chicago Children's Museum September 2004 - September 2007
Chicago Symphony Orchestra September 2001 - September 2004
National Association for the Exchange of Industrial Resources May 2000 - June 2001
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America June 1997 - May 2000
Education
Northern Arizona University 1993 — 1996
BS, Public Relations
The Kresge Foundation (contract via ASE) October 2014 - Present
The Children's Center of Wayne County (Detroit) February 2014 - July 2014
Make-A-Wish America December 2012 - February 2014
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America June 2010 - December 2012
Bank of America April 2009 - June 2010
Skills
Training, Policy, Employee Benefits, Organizational..., Deferred Compensation, HRIS, Workforce Planning, Leadership, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Succession Planning, Benefits Administration, Management, Performance Management, Personnel Management, Onboarding, Recruiting, College Recruiting, Talent Management
Education
Siena Heights University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America February 2008 - Present
Skills
Intellectual Property, Litigation, Contract Negotiation, Employment Law, Nonprofit Law, Corporate Law, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Negotiation, Licensing, Compliance, Trials, Legal Assistance, Hearings, Civil Litigation, Corporate Governance, Securities Regulation, Nonprofits
Education
Howard University School of Law 2001 — 2004
J.D.
The University of Texas at Arlington
B.A.
Make-A-Wish Central New York December 2013 - Present
Make-A-Wish Central New York August 2011 - December 2013
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America March 2008 - July 2011
Moses Anshell June 2007 - March 2008
Arizona State University January 2004 - June 2007
Arizona State University January 2006 - January 2007
Skills
Press Releases, Fundraising, Research, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Time Management, Editing, Community Outreach, Management, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Proposal Writing, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Program Development, Facebook, Recruiting, Microsoft Excel, Interviews, Event Planning
Education
Arizona State University 2003 — 2007
B.S., Psychology
NEBRASKA MEDIATION ASSOCIATION 2010 - Present
THE MEDIATION CENTER 2005 - Present
DeMars Gordon Olson Zalewski Wynner Law Firm 1974 - Present
TADA PRODUCTIONS, INC. 2008 - July 2010
FOSTER CARE REVIEW BOARD 2007 - 2008
CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER - LINCOLN 2001 - 2003
MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION OF AMERICA October 1994 - October 1996
U.S. Army April 1966 - November 1968
Skills
Mediation/Facilitaion, Litigation, Alternative Dispute..., Parenting Time, Equitable Distribution, Related Issues, Mediation, Civil Litigation, Paternity, Hearings, Commercial Litigation, Guardianship, Appeals, Elder Law, Legal Writing, Trial Practice, Legal Issues, Juvenile Law, Child Support, Business Litigation, Personal Injury..., Creditors' Rights, Dispute Resolution, Legal Research, Parenting Plans, Dispute, Family Law, Courts, Powers of Attorney, Trials, Legal Advice, Conflict Resolution, Domestic Relations, Family Mediation, Depositions, Arbitration, Collaborative Law, Attorneys, Civil Rights, Torts, Leadership, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Fundraising
Education
University of Nebraska College of Law 1971 — 1974
Juris Doctorate, Law, Graduated 1974 with Distinction
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1969 — 1972
Bachelor of Arts, Public Administration
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America September 2008 - Present
JLL February 1989 - January 2015
Make A Wish Foundation of N. Texas 1995 - 2008
The Staubach Company 1989 - 2008
Skills
Real Estate Development, Construction, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, Location Intelligence, Contract Management, Facilities Management, Real Estate, Contract Negotiation, Leases, Construction Management, Commercial Real Estate, Management, Disposition, Real Estate Transactions, Feasibility Studies, Lease Negotiations, Entitlements, Due Diligence, Budgets, Tenant Improvements, Non-Profit Construction..., Non-profit Leadership
Education
Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business 1982 — 1985
MBA
Texas Tech University 1970 — 1975
Bachelor of Architecture, Architecture
Make-A-Wish America June 2014 - Present
Make-A-Wish America January 2013 - June 2014
Make-A-Wish America June 2008 - January 2013
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America January 2007 - June 2008
Prostate Cancer Foundation August 2003 - December 2006
Chicago Foundation for Women June 2000 - February 2003
Harlem Children's Zone December 1998 - March 2001
Skills
Fundraising, Non-profits, Planned Giving, Raiser's Edge, Database Management, Staff Supervision, Charitable Gift..., Charitable Gift Planning, Bequests, Legacy Giving, Estate Administration, Gift Planning, Fundraisers, Notary Public, Database Admin, Event Planning, Press Releases, Nonprofits, Philanthropy, Leadership, Annual Giving, Board Development, Volunteer Management, Prospect Research, Grants, Charities, Non-profit..., Grant Writing, Non-profit Board..., Alumni Relations, Public Speaking
Education
Howard University 1991 — 1995
Verizon Wireless February 2013 - Present
Texas Roadhouse September 2011 - April 2013
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America February 2010 - February 2011
United States Census Bureau April 2010 - June 2010
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America November 2008 - January 2009
Scottish & Newcastle Importers Company April 2007 - September 2008
Estee Lauder Companies, Inc October 2006 - March 2007
Diageo / US Concepts October 2005 - February 2007
Anheuser-Busch / US Marketing and Promotions Agency, Inc. June 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Account Management, Management, Sales, Beer, Marketing, Key Account Development, Key Account Management, Marketing Strategy, FMCG, Sales Management, Alcoholic Beverages, Forecasting, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Pricing, Advertising, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Event Management, Leadership, Market Planning, Marketing Communications, Trade Shows, Training
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology, Neurobiology
UNOS August 2014 - Present
The Cause Academy July 2014 - Present
Federal Reserve Information Technology January 2013 - June 2014
Aetna September 2011 - January 2013
ChildFund International September 2008 - September 2011
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America 2005 - September 2008
Adcom Communications 1997 - 2004
Gordon C. James Public Relations 1993 - 1997
Hardaway Connections, Inc. 1991 - 1993
Goodson & Manley, Ltd. Attorneys at Law 1990 - 1991
Skills
Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Direct Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Public Relations, Crisis Management, Innovator, Mobile Marketing, Strategy Development, Media Relations, Community Relations, Government Relations, New Business Development, Web 2.0, Interactive Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, International Marketing, Cause Marketing, SEO, Governance, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Healthcare, Team Building, Change Management, CRM software, Speech Writing, Event Marketing, New Product Ideation, Non-profits, Higher Education, Sports Marketing, Media Planning, Board Leadership, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Executive Positioning, Medicaid Managed Care, Community Development, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Press Releases, Leadership, Market Research, Crisis Communications
Education
Arizona State University 1984 — 1990
BS
Universidad Internacional 1990 — 1990
Certificate
Buras Consulting April 2013 - Present
Channel Factory November 2014 - July 2015
PTV / AmeriCorps January 2012 - January 2013
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America September 2007 - December 2010
Allstate Insurance May 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Fundraising, Public Relations, Social Media, Strategic Communications, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Marketing, Leadership, Editing, Advertising, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Awesomeness, Writing, Cat Herding, Research, Budgets, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Community Development, Nonprofit Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Strategy, Internal Communications, Philanthropy, Crisis Communications, Sponsorship, Media Relations, Cookies, Fire Breathing
Education
Arizona State University 2009 — 2011
M.A. Communication Studies
Northern Arizona University 2003 — 2007
B.S. Public Relations
Accenture January 2001 - Present
Accenture July 1995 - December 2000
Texas A&M University January 1994 - May 1995
Motorola June 1994 - August 1994
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America December 1992 - August 1993
Skills
Organizational Design, Talent Management, Shared Services, Change Management, HR Transformation, Program Management, Business Process..., Human Resources, Service Delivery Models, Benchmarking, Knowledge Management, Virtual Teams, Collaboration, Project Management, Microsoft Office, HR Consulting, Secondary Research, Primary Research, Data Analysis, Business Process, Leadership, Management Consulting, Strategy
Education
Texas A&M University 1993 — 1995
Master of Science (M.S.), Human Resource Management
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Industrial Relations
National Archives Foundation June 2015 - Present
National Archives Foundation March 2014 - June 2015
Make-A-Wish Foundation International November 2012 - December 2013
Make-A-Wish Foundation International May 2011 - November 2012
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America May 2008 - May 2011
Clifton Gunderson LLP January 2005 - May 2008
Skills
Accounting
Education
Arizona State University 2004 — 2005
Post-Bach, Accounting
University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Office of the Public Advocate Letitia James February 2015 - Present
Make-A-Wish America January 2014 - Present
Global Strategy Group January 2012 - January 2015
Center for Urban Community Services November 2011 - June 2012
New York City Department of Consumer Affairs January 2011 - February 2012
The White House June 2009 - December 2010
Stupid Cancer, Inc. July 2009 - May 2010
Columbia University May 2009 - August 2009
Theory September 2008 - December 2008
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Hebrew, Adobe Creative Suite, GIS, Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, Fundraisers, Media Relations, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Crisis Communications, Event Management, Volunteer Management, Raiser's Edge, FMS, Social Networking, Leadership, Blogging, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Social Media
Education
Barnard College
Bachelor of Arts, Urban Studies/Political Science
Town of Glastonbury November 2011 - Present
TD Bank May 2006 - Present
Town of Glastonbury February 2008 - November 2011
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America 2004 - October 2010
Citizens Financial Group January 2005 - May 2006
Town of Monroe November 2003 - May 2005
Citizens Bank of Connecticut January 1998 - January 2005
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Connecticut 1998 - 2005
New Haven Savings Bank January 1997 - January 1998
Centerbank/First Union National Bank January 1993 - January 1997
Skills
Banking, Real Estate, Loans, Portfolio Management, Commercial Lending, Customer Service, Credit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Commercial Real Estate, Commercial Mortgages, Management, Consumer Lending, Investments, Loan Origination, Mergers & Acquisitions, Mortgage Lending, Small Business Lending, Underwriting, Real Estate Financing
Education
University of Connecticut 1986 — 1988
MBA, Finance
University of Connecticut 1982 — 1986
BS, Agricultural Economics
Financial Organization June 2011 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America September 1998 - February 2011
Education
Arizona State University
B.S., Organizational Communication
Wildtree Herbs, Inc. March 2015 - Present
Jamberry Nails Independent Consultant June 2014 - Present
Rainmaker, Inc. November 2009 - September 2013
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America September 2007 - November 2009
Limelight Networks November 2005 - August 2007
Sangria Tapas Cafe January 2003 - June 2005
Skills
Community Outreach, Event Management, Event Planning, Fundraising, Leadership, Management, Marketing Strategy, Nonprofits, Philanthropy, Program Management, Project Management, Public Relations, Sales Operations, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Training, Team Building, Strategic Planning
Education
Oakland University 2004 — 2005
George A. Dondero High School 2000 — 2004
Aerotek (Southwest Airlines) August 2014 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America January 2014 - May 2014
Programming and Activities Board-Downtown Phoenix August 2013 - May 2014
Quicken Loans May 2013 - August 2013
Quicken Loans June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Facebook, Social Media, Social Networking, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Public Relations, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Word, Community Outreach, Microsoft Excel, Higher Education, Customer Service, Time Management, Leadership, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Recruiting, Teamwork
Education
Arizona State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication
Arizona Pharmacy Association June 2014 - Present
Rachel M. Jimenez Media April 2013 - December 2014
Chandler Chamber of Commerce February 2014 - May 2014
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America January 2012 - February 2014
Cronkite News Service August 2011 - December 2011
iExplore July 2011 - December 2011
Barrett Honors College June 2011 - August 2011
Arizona Republic, Phoenix August 2010 - December 2010
Skills
AP Style, News Writing, Breaking News, Headline Writing, Photoshop, Photography, Video Production, Video Editing, Feature Writing, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Spanish, Online Content, Website Building, Web Content, SEO, Facebook, WordPress, HTML, Creative Writing, Web Content Management, CMS, Video, Social Media, Feature Articles, Editorial, Writing, Storytelling, Marketing Communications, Publications, Press Releases, Social Networking, Event Planning, Content Management, Newsletters
Education
Arizona State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
Arizona State University 2008 — 2011
Certificate, Spanish Language & Literature
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society October 2010 - February 2015
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation July 2008 - October 2010
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America July 2007 - July 2008
Make-A-Wish Foundation of the Mid-Atlantic March 2002 - July 2007
U.S. Navy January 1997 - January 2002
Skills
Fundraising, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Event Management, Philanthropy, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Board Development, Volunteer Management, Major Donor Cultivation, Community Development, Annual Giving, Strategic Partnerships, Program Management, Management, Sponsorship, Planned Giving, Organizational Structure, Research
Education
Penn State University 2005 — 2007
MBA, Management
American InterContinental University 2002 — 2005
BFA, Communication and Design
Defense Information School 1997 — 1998
Journalism, Broadcast, Photography
Washington State University 1992 — 1996
Issaquah High School 1988 — 1992
Make-A-Wish Philadelphia September 2012 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America March 2009 - August 2012
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America June 2007 - March 2009
Burnham Institute for Medical Research March 2004 - June 2007
Direct Exposure Advertising 2001 - 2003
Skills
Fundraising, Annual Giving, Stewardship, Grant Writing, Grants, Proposal Writing, Direct Marketing, Direct Mail, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Budgets, Nonprofits, Philanthropy, Fundraisers, Program Development
Education
Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy 2013 — 2014
Certificate of Fundraising Management, Fundraising
Saint Louis University 1996 — 2001
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Saint Louis University 1996 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, English
Raise Your Hand Texas October 2013 - Present
Make-A-Wish America August 2013 - October 2013
Make-A-Wish America September 2011 - October 2013
Make-A-Wish America April 2010 - August 2011
darbyDarnit March 2006 - April 2010
Jenkens & Gilchrist March 2001 - February 2006
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America September 1999 - March 2001
Make-A-Wish America July 1998 - August 1999
Robb, DeMenna & Pfister August 1996 - July 1998
Arizona Students' Association June 1995 - August 1996
Skills
Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Internal Communications, Social Media, Blogging, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Digital Strategy, Strategic Communications, Creative Direction, Mobile Marketing, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Marketing, Writing, New Media, Online Marketing, Corporate Branding, Digital Marketing, Market Research, Brand Awareness, Reputation Management, Creative Writing, Marketing Management, Community Outreach, Strategy, Social Marketing, Speech Writing, Crisis Management, Marketing Research, Creative Strategy, Content Marketing, Issues Management, Grassroots Organizing, Web Strategy, Communications Strategy, Grassroots Advocacy, Community Engagement, Company Branding, Brand Communication, Community Relations, Integrated Brand..., Brand Management, Brand Development, Branding & Identity, Content Strategy
Education
University of Arizona 1991 — 1995
BA, Media Arts
Herndon High School 1987 — 1991
General
Fennemore Craig, P.C. June 2015 - Present
Fun Brands, LLC January 2013 - June 2015
Make-A-Wish Foundation International January 2012 - January 2013
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America August 2008 - January 2012
Kahala Corp/Cold Stone Creamery Headquarters December 2003 - August 2008
Skills
Leadership Development, Team Building, Organizational..., Organizational..., Public Speaking, Training, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Event Management, Human Resources, Budgets, Program Management, Succession Planning, Fundraising, E-Learning, Management, Program Development, Non-profits, Staff Development, Coaching, Nonprofits, Workshop Facilitation, Project Planning, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Proposal Writing, Adult Education, Executive Coaching, Time Management, Social Media, Recruiting, Research, Change Management, Analysis, Onboarding, Strategy, Community Development, Management Consulting, Employee Relations, Philanthropy, Grants, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Team Leadership, Project Management, Conflict Resolution, Social Networking, Employee Training, Instructional Design
Education
University of Phoenix 2007 — 2009
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration, Management and Operations
University of Arizona 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, East Asian Studies
Tucson High School
High School Diploma
The Salvation Army-Indiana Division October 2012 - Present
Duke Haddad @ Associates, LLC April 2010 - Present
G J Mongon & Company, Inc. December 2006 - July 2015
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America June 2011 - July 2012
Dayton Children's Medical Center January 2007 - April 2010
Demont & Associates, Inc. May 2005 - December 2006
St. Vincent Hospitals & Health Services February 1989 - February 2005
Butler University 1982 - 1989
Skills
Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Fundraising, Grants, Planned Giving, Financial Managment, Management Consulting, Business Coaching, Teaching, Multi Faceted Skills, Creative Writer, Public Speaker, General Administration, Public Speaking, Board Development, Philanthropy, Event Management, Annual Giving, Administrative Work, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Program Development, Stewardship, Prospect Research, Program Management, Financial Risk..., Grant Writing, Coaching, Community Outreach, Research, Non-profit..., Leadership, Leadership Development, Capital Campaign..., Public Relations, Event Planning, Management, Higher Education, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Training, Capital Campaigns, Resource Development, Community Development, Fundraisers, Non-profit Board..., Board Relations, Alumni Relations, Major Gift Development, Donor Management
Education
West Virginia University
Ed.D., Education Administration with emphasis on Philanthropy
Marshall University
MPA, Public Administration
West Virginia University
BS, Business Administration
Charleston High School
HS Diploma, College Prep.
Arizona State University September 2012 - Present
Arizona Supreme Court August 2010 - September 2012
Arizona Supreme Court June 2008 - September 2010
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America May 2007 - May 2008
Make-A-Wish Foundation September 2002 - May 2007
Skills
Curriculum Design, Adult Education, Staff Development, Blended Learning, Instructional Design, Coaching, Public Speaking, Training, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Employee Training, Leadership, Program Management, Talent Management, Organizational..., Performance Management, Management
Education
Fielding Graduate University 2012 — 2013
Master's Degree
Fielding Graduate University 2006 — 2007
Master's Certificate
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America May 2007 - Present
Skills
Fundraising, Sponsorship, Nonprofits, Marketing, Brand Management, Spanish-speaking, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Volunteer Management, Social Media, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Leadership, Management, Community Development, Event Management
Education
University of Notre Dame 2003 — 2007
Sociology, Spanish
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America February 2007 - Present
Rainbow Studios August 2004 - April 2006
Accolade/Infogrames/Atari January 1994 - June 2001
TecMagik 1993 - 1993
Skills
Game Design, Video Games, Game Development, Team Building, Quality Assurance, Professional Mentoring, Technical Support, Project Management, PS3, Xbox 360
Education
San Francisco State University 1987 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (Double Major), Broadcasting, Technical Writing
Affiliated Managers Group August 2009 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Massachusetts June 2008 - May 2009
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America January 2008 - May 2008
Accent on Family Care Services May 2007 - April 2008
Planned Parenthood Arizona, Inc. May 2007 - September 2007
Skills
PowerPoint, Event Planning, Executive Calendar..., Event Management, Nonprofits, Social Media, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Research, Community Outreach, Social Networking, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Travel Management, Visio, Sales Logix, Raiser's Edge
Education
Arizona State University 2004 — 2008
BA, Sociology
Hobart and William Smith Colleges 2004 — 2005
Northfield Mount Hermon School 2000 — 2004
Secondary School Diploma
A Medical Affair (2013) The Passion Thief (2014) August 2014 - Present
Purolator International November 2012 - February 2014
Vineyard Style Magazine June 2008 - September 2012
FalconStor Software October 2007 - June 2008
Softheon, Inc March 2003 - August 2007
Make-a-Wish Foundation of America February 2001 - February 2003
Nortel Networks (formerly Periphonics Corporation) August 1996 - January 2001
Skills
Interior Design, Web Content, Versatile Writer, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Internal Communications, SEO, Advertising, Publicity, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Press Releases, Marketing, Email Marketing, Editorial, Editing, Magazines, Blogging, Copywriting, Journalism, Publishing, Newsletters, Product Marketing, Direct Mail, Corporate Communications, Writing, Copy Editing, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Creative Writing, Content Development, Content Strategy, Feature Articles, Publications, Freelance Writing, Facebook
Education
Garden City HS
Iona College
Marquette University
BA, Journalism
Target January 2014 - Present
Target October 2011 - December 2013
Target May 2010 - November 2011
Target June 2008 - April 2010
Lockheed Martin May 2007 - August 2007
Make-A-Wish Foundation® of America March 2007 - April 2007
DAVID KOVACS CONSULTING November 2005 - December 2006
United States Marine Corps March 2003 - November 2005
United States Marine Corps July 2002 - February 2003
United States Marine Corps November 2001 - June 2002
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Analytics, Financial Analysis, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Business Intelligence, Strategy, Financial Modeling, Analysis, Forecasting, Coaching & Mentoring, Capital Budgeting, Business Process, Employee Engagement, Team Leadership, Change Management, Team Building, Storytelling, Management, Workforce Management, Corporate Finance, Financial Planning, Creative Solutions, Goal-driven leader, Resource Management, Project Planning, Budgets, Finance, Business Process..., Data Analysis, Leadership Development, FPA, Business Operations, Business Strategy, Creative..., Innovation, Retail, Process Optimization, Operations Management, Executive Management, Project Portfolio..., Program Management, Managerial Finance, Strategic Leadership, Performance Management, Business Technology...
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 2006 — 2008
MBA, •Tauber Institute for Global Operations Fellow
Michigan State University 1996 — 2001
BS, Lyman Briggs School - Env Sci & Mgmt
Michigan State University 1996 — 2001
BS, Fisheries & Wildlife
NiSource 2010 - Present
Zoetrope January 2009 - December 2010
Towers Perrin 2006 - 2009
Development Resources Inc January 2005 - December 2006
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America 2001 - 2005
American Red Cross 1996 - 2001
ANS Productions 1992 - 1996
Metro Atlanta Task Force for the Homeless 1989 - 1992
Skills
Change Management, Organizational..., Strategy, Organizational Design, Talent Management
Education
University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business 2002 — 2005
M.B.A., Human Capital Management/Finance
Emory University 1986 — 1990
B.A., Philosophy
ARC L&D
M.B.B., Six Sigma
Human Resource Certification Institute
SPHR, Human Resource Management
McClendon's Select May 2010 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America September 2005 - May 2010
Arizona State University College of Business 2001 - 2002
Alliance Consulting 2001 - 2001
Greater Phoenix Economic Council 1999 - 2001
Skills
Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Marketing
Education
University of Pittsburgh 1996 — 1997
MBA, Marketing
Arizona State University - W. P. Carey School of Business 1991 — 1994
BS, Business Management
NetSuite April 2015 - Present
Incognitogear, LLC November 2011 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America September 2012 - April 2015
Make-A-Wish America September 2012 - April 2015
Make-A-Wish America September 2012 - April 2015
Make-A-Wish America September 2012 - April 2015
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America October 2007 - September 2012
Blackbaud, Inc. December 2006 - October 2007
Skills
Databases, Enterprise Software, Event Planning, Finance, Fundraising, Integration, Leadership, Management, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Process Improvement, Project Management, Program Management, Quality Assurance, SaaS, SharePoint, Social Media, Software Documentation, Strategic Planning, CRM, Budgets, Project Planning, Team Building, Business Analysis, Training, Customer Service, Software Implementation, Public Speaking
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology 2010 — 2010
Certificate, Project Management
College of Charleston 1998 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Economics & Finance
Heritage Community Initiatives January 2010 - Present
KaBOOM! 2007 - Present
Atkins 360, LLC September 2006 - Present
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh January 2006 - December 2007
Gilda's Club New York City January 2003 - December 2004
American Lung Association September 2002 - December 2003
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America January 2000 - August 2002
Make-A-Wish foundation of western PA & Southern WV August 1985 - December 2000
Education
Carlow University 1980 — 1983
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America October 2012 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois February 2003 - October 2012
Nextera 2000 - 2001
PwC Consulting 1998 - 2000
Skills
Fundraisers, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Program Development, Sponsorship, Event Management, Internal Communications, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Press Releases, Budgets, Corporate Communications, Volunteer Training, Community Outreach, Leadership, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Major Gift Cultivation, Management
Education
Michigan State University 1989 — 1993
BS, Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America October 2007 - Present
MIS Consulting and Sales May 2005 - August 2007
Washington Mutual Bank October 2004 - June 2005
Wells Fargo Bank May 2000 - June 2004
Skills
SSRS
Education
LeTourneau University 1993 — 1998
BSCSE, Computer Science and Engineering
Make-A-Wish America 2012 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America January 2008 - 2010
Make-A-Wish Foundation 2006 - 2008
Skills
Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Annual Giving, Nonprofits, Stewardship, Event Planning, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Philanthropy, Grant Writing, Board Development, Grants, Fundraisers, Program Development, Raiser's Edge, Prospect Research, Alumni Relations, Community Development, Newsletters
Education
Arizona State Universtiy 1985 — 1988
Cronkite School for post-graduate work
University of Arizona 1982 — 1985
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America May 2005 - Present
SmartHealth 2003 - 2005
BankFirst 2000 - 2002
Epsilon Data Management 1990 - 1999
Hub Mail Advertising 1988 - 1990
Skills
Direct Marketing, Direct Mail, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Lead Generation, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Marketing Management, Relationship Marketing, Nonprofits, Customer Acquisition, Multi-channel Marketing, Analytics, Online Marketing, Management, Interactive Marketing, Campaign Management, Mobile Marketing, Marketing Research, Customer Retention, SEM, Brand Development, Web Analytics
Education
University of Massachusetts at Amherst - Isenberg School of Management 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America Celebrity Program ManagerMake-A-Wish Foundation of America1991 - Present
Education
California State University-Fullerton 1982 — 1987
bachelors, communications
Kaplan Communications June 1993 - Present
Hardaway Connections 1990 - 1993
Make A Wish Foundation of America 1984 - 1986
Skills
Creative Development, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Marketing Strategy, Writing, Online Marketing, Editing, Social Media, Advertising, Brand Development, Copywriting, Promotions, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Social Media Marketing, Creative Direction, Fundraising, Direct Mail, Online Advertising, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, SEO, Blogging, Entrepreneurship, Social Networking, Budgets, Small Business, Press Releases, Non-profit Program..., Non-profit Leadership, Digital Marketing, Newsletters, Event Management, Integrated Marketing, Event Planning, Lead Generation, Facebook, Digital Media
Education
Arizona State University
Business
Oakland University
Towson Sports Properties, CBS Sports May 2013 - Present
Vitalink Non-Profit March 2012 - May 2013
Fort Leavenworth, FMWR (Family Morale Welfare Recreation) February 2011 - October 2011
IMG College/ SEC Sports Marketing August 2004 - January 2009
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America 2003 - 2004
Carolina Cobras 1999 - 2003
Special Olympics 1994 - 1999
Skills
Management, Advertising, Sponsorship, Event Planning, Sports Marketing, Sports Management, Sports, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Public Relations
Education
The University of Georgia 2008 — 2010
MA, Non Profit Organizational Management
Barry University 1990 — 1993
Providence Saint Joseph Foundation August 2013 - Present
Conquer Cancer Foundation of ASCO August 2012 - August 2013
Association of Fundraising Professionals January 2010 - June 2012
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America January 2008 - June 2012
AFP Greater Arizona Chapter 2011 - 2011
Children's Memorial Foundation July 2004 - December 2007
Childrens Memorial Foundation 2004 - 2007
Children's Memorial Hospital Foundation 2004 - 2007
Childrenss Hospital Los Angeles 2000 - 2004
St. Vincent Hospital Foundation July 1998 - December 1999
Skills
Fundraising, Non-profits, Volunteer Management, Board Development, Budgeting, Planned Giving, Donor Relations, Stewardship, Public Relations, Resource Development, Community Outreach, Philanthropy, Program Development, Annual Giving, Budgets, Raiser's Edge, Leadership, Event Planning, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Prospect Research, Fundraisers
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art History
Founders Group International April 2015 - Present
National Golf Management November 2005 - April 2015
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America July 2001 - June 2005
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America April 2000 - July 2001
St. John's University January 1999 - April 2000
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Metro New York January 1996 - January 1999
Long Island's United Way August 1993 - January 1996
Skills
Photoshop Elements, Premiere Elements, Final Cut Express, Microsoft Office, Creative Writing, News Writing, Feature Articles, HTML emails, Email Marketing, Web Site Editing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Internet Video..., Video Production, Video Editing, Google Analytics, Omniture, Facebook Fan Page..., Brand Management, Crisis Communications, Non-profit Environments, Project Management, Fundraisers
Education
University of Notre Dame 1986 — 1990
B.A., American Studies (Journalism)
Storymind.com April 2012 - Present
Transgender Store April 2012 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation June 2007 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America 2007 - January 2013
Communities In Schools of Arizona May 2005 - June 2006
Communities In Schools of Arizona May 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Fundraising, Non-profits
Education
Rutgers University
15 credits, Library Science and Communications
William Paterson University of New Jersey
BS, Elementary Education
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America 2002 - Present
Make A Wish Foundation 2002 - Present
Education
Sam Houston State University 1960 — 1964
BS, Education
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America July 2011 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America May 2000 - July 2011
Skills
Non-profits, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Philanthropy, Volunteer Management
Education
Marquette University 1990 — 1995
BA, Communications, Education
Johnson Consulting Group October 2015 - Present
Adkins Mortuary Manufacturing July 2008 - Present
Great Hearts Academies June 2014 - May 2015
The Streit Council for a Union of Democracies January 2015 - April 2015
LGO Hospitality LLC February 2014 - May 2014
Phoenix First Assembly of God January 2013 - January 2013
Musical Instrument Museum August 2012 - January 2013
Musical Instrument Museum October 2009 - September 2012
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America September 2008 - July 2009
Phoenix First Assembly of God July 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Financial Reporting, International Relations, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Non-profits, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Cash Receipts, Ethnic Conflict, Russian, International Political..., Museums, Non-profit..., PowerPoint, Outlook, Research, Former Soviet Union, Cash Management, Grant Administration, Russian politics, Grant Monitoring, Nonprofits, Raiser's Edge, Grants, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Finance, Fund Accounting, General Ledger..., General Ledger..., Fixed Asset Management, Data Analysis, International Economics, National Security, Ethnic Identity, Analysis, Quickbooks, Nationalism, Foreign Policy, Foreign Policy Analysis, International Security, Security Studies, Eastern Europe, Caucasus, Management, Fundraising, Account Reconciliation, Payroll
Education
University of Southern California 2010 — 2013
In progress, International Relations
Санкт-Петербургский Государственный Университет / Saint Petersburg State University 2012 — 2012
Certificate, Russian Area Studies
Pinnacle High School 2003 — 2006
United States Senate Page School 2004 — 2005
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America June 2009 - Present
JDA Software January 1998 - May 2008
Skills
Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Strategic Planning, Financial Reporting, SEC filings, Forecasting, Cash Management, Mergers, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Internal Controls, Due Diligence, Fundraising, Budgets, Finance, Strategic Financial..., Managerial Finance, Team Building, Non-profits, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Process Improvement, Contract Negotiation, GAAP, Financial Modeling, Auditing, Executive Management, Financial Accounting, CPA, Restructuring, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Audits, Cash Flow, Risk Management, General Ledger, Internal Audit, Variance Analysis
Education
Arizona State University 1972 — 1974
BS, Accounting
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America September 1988 - June 2007
Complete-Reading Electric Company September 1970 - October 1987
Education
University of Phoenix 2000 — 2002
MBA, Accounting and Finance
University of Phoenix 1996 — 2000
BS/ACC, Finance and Accounting
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America Marketing AssociateRockefeller & Co.March 2004 - October 2006
Education
The Ohio State University 1996 — 2000
Yes, Consumer Affairs
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America 2011 - Present
Make-A-Wish Foundation January 2010 - Present
Education
Indiana State University
BA, Art History, Humanities
Ingersoll Rand July 2015 - Present
Ingersoll Rand July 2013 - Present
Ingersoll Rand May 2012 - Present
Ingersoll Rand June 2011 - May 2012
Ingersoll Rand July 2010 - June 2011
Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies 2010 - 2011
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America 2009 - 2009
Skills
Onboarding, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Talent Management, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Succession Planning, College Recruiting, Human Resources, Applicant Tracking..., Benefits Administration, Recruiting, Labor Relations, HR Policies, Strategy, Management, Personnel Management, Interviews, Organizational Design, Training, New Hire Orientations, Leadership, FMLA, Organizational..., PeopleSoft, Technical Recruiting, Program Management, ADP Payroll
Education
Purdue University 2008 — 2010
Master, Human Resources Management
Purdue University - Krannert School of Management 2004 — 2008
Bachelor, Management
American Academy of Pediatrics - Arizona Chapter July 2015 - Present
Community Health Charities April 2014 - July 2015
Community Health Charities of Arizona January 2014 - April 2014
Community Health Charities of Arizona July 2011 - January 2014
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America August 2009 - October 2010
Skills
Community Outreach, Fundraising, Leadership, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Philanthropy, Grants, Non-profits, Event Management, Community Development, Strategic Communications, Professional Writing, Business Relationship..., Social Media, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Program Development, Public Relations, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Document Design, Corporate Social..., Employee Engagement, Strategic Corporate...
Education
Northern Arizona University
Master of Administration, Professional Writing
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science, Organizational Communication
Glendale Community College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Public Relations
Paradise Valley Community College
Certificate, Organizational Leadership
Humana Inc July 2014 - Present
Humana September 2011 - July 2014
Make A Wish Foundation of America January 2001 - May 2011
Office of the State Attorney January 1998 - December 2000
State of Florida January 1996 - January 1998
Polk County Sheriff's Office January 1982 - January 1996
Skills
Forensic Accounting, Fraud, Fraud Investigations, Accounting, Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Audit Management, Strategic Planning, Board Governance, Enterprise Risk..., Auditing, Risk Management, Analysis, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Governance, Finance, Strategy, Budgets, Leadership, Certified Fraud Examiner, Management, Training, Risk Assessment
Education
Florida Southern College 1996 — 1998
MBA Accounting, Accounting
Florida Southern College 1995 — 1998
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting
University of Louisville 1976 — 1980
Bachelor's Degree, Police Administration
Cummins Atlantic August 2014 - Present
Extended Stay America January 2014 - August 2014
EnPro Industries Inc. October 2011 - January 2014
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America November 2005 - May 2011
MedCath May 2004 - November 2005
Adam's Mark Hotel, Columbus, OH & Charlotte, NC January 2001 - April 2004
State Employees Credit Union, Columbus, OH September 1998 - December 2000
Berwanger Overmyer Associates, Columbus, OH July 1995 - September 1998
R. A. McGovern Equipment Company, Inc. August 1994 - June 1995
Diocese of Greensburg, Greensburg, PA September 1984 - August 1994
Skills
Internal Controls, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Software Documentation, Analysis, Auditing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Access Database, Finance, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Payroll, Account Reconciliation, Access, Nonprofits, Variance Analysis, Internal Audit, Customer Service, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Management
Education
Franklin University 1996 — 2001
Bachelors of Science, Accounting and Business Administration