The Make-A-Wish Foundation
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 President/CEO: David A. Williams Notable Board Members: John Crowley (Chairman); Derrick Hall; Chris Beard Founders: Frank Shankwitz, Linda Bergendahl-Pauling, Scott Stahl
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SYKES March 2014 - Present
Swope, Rodante P.A. March 2012 - February 2014
Advanced Healthcare Partners December 2011 - 2012
WFLA News Channel 8, The Tampa Tribune and TBO.com July 2010 - December 2011
The University of Tampa January 2008 - May 2010
The University of Tampa's Graduate Organization of Leadership & Development (UT-GOLD) August 2009 - 2010
The Make-A-Wish Foundation August 2006 - December 2007
Curves 2005 - 2006
Skills
Marketing, Event Planning, Lead Generation, Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing Management, Marketing Research, New Business Development, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Salesforce.com, Business Development, Email Marketing, E-commerce, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Management, CRM, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Brand Management, Direct Marketing, Social Networking, Market Planning, Market Research, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, SEM, Digital Media, Brand Development, Facebook, SEO, Media Buying, Mobile Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Media Planning, Google Analytics, B2B Marketing, Web Analytics, PPC, Strategic Partnerships, Product Marketing, Google Adwords, B2B, Digital Strategy
Education
University of Tampa - John H. Sykes College of Business 2008 — 2010
MBA, Marketing
University of Arizona 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science, Spanish, Magna Cum Laude
Eyecon Advertising July 2014 - Present
Lip Service Makeup May 1991 - Present
RH Investments July 2012 - April 2015
The Make A Wish Foundation February 2004 - July 2012
Bochy's Bistro March 2002 - May 2003
Vallen Corporation April 1990 - March 2002
Skills
Public Speaking, Fashion, Risk Management, Event Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Social Media, Team Building, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Advertising, Strategic Planning, Training, Management, Leadership, Nonprofits, Sales, Editing, Event Planning
Education
University of North Texas 1985 — 1987
Blackboard April 2015 - Present
Envision EMI July 2013 - April 2015
Envision Experience August 2011 - July 2013
Envision EMI January 2011 - August 2011
J&L Marketing, Inc. June 2009 - December 2010
Fusion Marketing March 2008 - November 2010
The Agents' Marketing Group August 2008 - May 2009
The Make-A-Wish Foundation May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Digital Marketing, Special Events, Social Media Marketing, Direct Marketing, Market Analysis, Budget Development, Sales, Public Relations, Event Planning, Program Management, Marketing, Business Development, Email Marketing, Management, Strategy, Social Media, Contract Negotiation, Event Management, CRM, Multi-channel Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Account Management, Budgets, Lead Generation, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, B2B, Advertising, International..., International Marketing, Global Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Digital Strategy, Video Editing
Education
The University of Georgia
Speech Communications
Lonestar Tan, dba Palm Beach Tan December 2013 - Present
SHI International Corp. February 2013 - December 2013
AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center May 2011 - February 2013
Omni Hotels January 2010 - May 2011
The Make-A-Wish Foundation January 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Hospitality, Editing, Event Planning, Newsletters, Fundraising, Meeting Planning, Event Management, Corporate Events
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2007 — 2009
B.S., Communication Studies
Texas Christian University 2006 — 2007
Communication Studies
Hulse LLC Digital Account ExecutiveGriffin CommunicationsFebruary 2014 - November 2014
AcrobatAnt May 2012 - July 2013
The Make-A-Wish Foundation January 2011 - May 2012
E-Town Magazine December 2009 - December 2011
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Event Planning, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Facebook, Social Networking, Fundraising, Media Relations, Blogging, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Ap Style, Editing, Copywriting, Integrated Marketing
Education
Oklahoma State University 2007 — 2009
Master of Science, Mass Communication and Media Management
Universitat de Valencia 2005 — 2006
Intense Spanish Language and Culture
University of Oklahoma 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations
The Living Legacy Foundation of Maryland Hospital Services CoordinatorThe Living LegacySeptember 2012 - Present
Muscular Dystrophy Association May 2007 - September 2012
The Make-A-Wish Foundation June 2001 - September 2007
Skills
Public Speaking, Adult Education, Customer Relations, Physician Relations, Customer Service, Relationship Building, Hospitals, Project Planning, Nursing Education, Clinical Documentation, Community Outreach, Community Service, EMR, Teamwork, Mentoring New Hires, Nonprofits, Healthcare Management
Education
Stevenson University 2014 — 2016
Master's degree (pending), Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Penn State University
Bachelor's degree, Elementary Education and Teaching
Fishbowl Marketing November 2013 - Present
Ketchum June 2013 - November 2013
Saxum August 2012 - November 2012
FKM June 2012 - August 2012
Her Campus August 2011 - June 2012
Rex Public Relations January 2012 - April 2012
Clear Channel June 2011 - August 2011
The Make-A-Wish Foundation May 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Press Releases, Blogging, Cision, Event Planning, Ap Style, News Writing, Video Editing, Media List Building, Blogger outreach, Final Cut Pro, Pitching, Media Monitoring, Protool, Microsoft Excel, Factiva, Google News, Academic Journals, stakeholder outreach, Photoshop, Marketing, Email Marketing, Salesforce.com, Clarizen, Facebook, Journalism, AP Style, Research, Blogger, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Feature Articles, Public Relations, Social Media
Education
Oklahoma State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Public Relations and Broadcast Journalism
Tarrant County College October 2014 - Present
Mountain View College August 2014 - Present
Institute of Reading Development May 2014 - August 2014
Lewisville Independent School District January 2013 - June 2014
The University of Oklahoma August 2010 - December 2012
The University of Oklahoma August 2010 - December 2012
The Make-A-Wish Foundation August 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Curriculum Design, Leadership, Academic Writing, Grants, Publishing, Academia, Higher Education, Classroom Management, Editing, Research, University Teaching, Teaching, Qualitative Research, Proofreading, Lecturing
Education
Vanderbilt University 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Secondary Education (English)
University of Oklahoma 2010 — 2012
M.A, English Literary and Cultural Studies
Franklin College Switzerland 2008 — 2008
Texas A&M University
English Literature
University of North Texas
B.A, English Literature
Matthews International September 2015 - Present
Make-A-Wish Greater Pennsylvania and West Virginia August 2013 - July 2015
Pennrose Management May 2012 - July 2013
The Make-A-Wish Foundation May 2011 - April 2012
Skills
Event Planning, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Social Media, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, Fundraising, Sales, Social Networking, Outlook, Facebook, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Advertising
Education
University of Pittsburgh 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration - Marketing
Baldwin High School 2004 — 2008
Auburn University August 2013 - Present
Downingtown Area Recreation June 2009 - August 2014
The Make-A-Wish Foundation 2011 - 2012
Skills
PowerPoint, Teaching, Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Event Planning
Education
Auburn University 2013 — 2017
Public Administration
Downingtown High School East Campus 2009 — 2013
The Entrepreneurs EDGE January 2008 - Present
Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity February 1999 - September 2007
The Make-A-Wish Foundation April 1995 - January 1999
Brass Accents & Salem China Co. 1994 - 1995
The Orange City Schools 1992 - 1993
Woodbury Shellfish and Carpentry 1990 - 1991
Skills
Analytics, Plannning, Teaching, Fundraising, Program Development, Qualitative Research, Analysis, Volunteer Management, New Business Development, Marketing Research, Non-profit Leadership, Grant Writing, Leadership, Higher Education, Connecting People, Project Management, Public Speaking, Community Development, Program Management, Entrepreneurship, Management Consulting, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Economic Development, Program Evaluation, Team Leadership, Start-ups, Coaching, Community Organizing, Organizational..., Marketing Strategy, Education, Staff Development, Event Planning, Non-profit..., Planning
Education
John Carroll University 1991 — 1992
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Education and Teaching
Bates College 1986 — 1990
Hotchkiss School
Pivot Point Consulting, LLC July 2015 - Present
Brookmeade Healthcare September 2010 - July 2015
STORMS Associates July 2010 - September 2010
Consultis September 2007 - June 2010
The Make-a-Wish Foundation August 2003 - May 2010
Ceridian Employer Services 1996 - 1997
The Legal Assistant/Copy Warehouse (recruited by past President and Co-Owner of J.P. Stevens Eng.) 1993 - 1995
J.P. Stevens Engraving 1992 - 1993
Skills
EMR, Contract Recruitment, Internet Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., Screening, Information Technology, Cold Calling, Sourcing, Executive Search, Benefits Negotiation, Epic Systems, Staffing Services, Consulting, Training, Hospitals, Networking, Epic, Temporary Placement, HIPAA, Software Implementation, Software Documentation, CRM, Start-ups, Screening Resumes, Process Improvement, Sales, Interviews, Vendor Management, SDLC, Employee Training, Time Management, Analysis, Account Management, College Recruiting, Program Management, Management, Healthcare Information..., EHR, CPOE, Healthcare, Informatics
Education
Florida State University - College of Business 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Science, Business/ Marketing
Teach For America August 2014 - Present
University of Central Florida July 2012 - May 2014
The Make A Wish Foundation August 2011 - May 2012
The D-Tales January 2011 - May 2011
Future Masters Golf Tournament June 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Community Relations, Organizational..., External Affairs, Community Development, Community Outreach, Sponsorship, Event Planning, Teaching, Marketing Communications, Fundraising, Leadership
Education
University of Central Florida 2012 — 2014
Mass Communications MA
Rosen College of Hospitality Management 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Event Management
University of Central Florida 2008 — 2012
Event Management
HubSpot June 2015 - Present
HubSpot November 2013 - Present
HubSpot November 2012 - November 2013
HubSpot January 2012 - November 2012
HubSpot March 2010 - January 2012
HubSpot January 2010 - March 2010
Deloitte Consulting July 2009 - January 2010
Deloitte Consulting July 2007 - July 2009
WHDH-TV July 2006 - August 2006
The Make-a-Wish Foundation July 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Lead Generation, SEO, Project Management, Marketing, SEM, Talent Management, Change Management, Strategic Communications, Inbound Marketing, Organizational Design, Content Strategy, Employee Engagement, Sales Management, Web Design
Education
Penn State University - Schreyer Honors College
BA, Communications Arts & Sciences; English
Murdoch University
Study Abroad - Perth, Australia
New England Conservatory of Music
Vocal Performance
Woburn High School
Leverage Marketing October 2012 - Present
Leverage Marketing August 2012 - October 2012
Leverage Marketing February 2011 - August 2012
Town Lake Student Apartments January 2008 - July 2010
channelAustin January 2010 - June 2010
Office of the Governor January 2010 - April 2010
Lights. Camera. Help. July 2009 - January 2010
The Make-A-Wish Foundation January 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Copy Editing, Mobile Marketing, SEM, Social Networking, Media Planning, Research, Online Marketing, Marketing, Blogging, Public Relations, Photoshop, Website Development, Web Analytics, Digital Media, Marketing Strategy, Facebook, WordPress, Event Management, Editing, Internal Communications, Google Analytics, Email Marketing, Market Research, SEO, PPC, Analytics, Adobe Creative Suite, Online Advertising, Web Design, Google Adwords, Digital Marketing, Web Content, Program Management, E-commerce, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Content Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Media Relations, Event Planning, Copywriting, Lead Generation, Digital Strategy, Salesforce.com, Advertising, Press Releases, Content Management
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2006 — 2010
B.S., Public Relations
CSC - Computer Sciences Corporation June 2014 - Present
Northwestern Mutual August 2012 - June 2014
Insys Therapeutics, Inc. January 2012 - June 2012
Lincare Holdings, Inc August 2011 - January 2012
Pennsylvania Brewing Company May 2010 - June 2011
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society January 2010 - May 2010
The Make a Wish Foundation September 2009 - December 2009
The National Kidney Foundation May 2009 - August 2009
The Corporate Communication Council at Duquesne University January 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Event Planning, Recruiting, Time Management, Management, Training, Social Networking, Cold Calling, Interviews, Public Speaking, Account Management, PowerPoint, Marketing Communications, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Advertising, Corporate Communications, People-oriented, Event Management, Public Relations, Selling, Social Skills, Networking, Sourcing, Recruiter, Entrepreneurship, Start-ups, Press Releases, Human Resources, Resume Writing, Oracle HR, Taleo, CMS, Recsolu
Education
Duquesne University 2007 — 2011
Bachelors Degree, Corporate Communications, 3.81
Derry Area High School 2003 — 2007
High School Diploma
Les Saisons August 2014 - Present
Fred + Kate Events November 2013 - May 2014
Wyndham Vacation Ownership September 2012 - November 2013
Wyndham Vacation Ownership May 2012 - August 2012
The Make-A-Wish Foundation January 2011 - May 2011
University Activities Organization September 2009 - December 2010
Bowling Green State University's Conference Programs May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Event Planning, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Social Media, Hospitality, Event Management, Facebook, Social Networking
Education
Bowling Green State University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Marketing & Event Planning
ADURO January 2014 - Present
ADURO, Inc April 2013 - January 2014
ADURO, Inc February 2013 - May 2013
- July 2011 - February 2013
Santa Clara University August 2010 - August 2011
YWCA of Silicon Valley August 2010 - June 2011
Bozidar Adzija School June 2010 - August 2010
Seattle Children's December 2008 - April 2009
Seattle Children's November 2008 - April 2009
The Make A Wish Foundation December 2007 - April 2008
Skills
Employee Wellness..., Public Speaking, Organization, Communication Skills, Event Planning, Program Development, Wellness Coaching, Health Psychology, Fundraising, Recruiting, Counseling Psychology, Leadership, Self-driven, Innovativeness, Positive Can-do Attitude, Positive Team Player, Psychology, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Interviews, Program Management, Social Media, Marketing, Data Analysis
Education
Santa Clara University 2009 — 2011
M.A., Education and Counseling Psychology, Health Psychology, 3.944 cumulative GPA
University of Washington 2005 — 2009
B.A., Psychology, 3.8 cumulative GPA
University of Granada 2008 — 2008
Seattle Preparatory High School 2000 — 2005
Forest Ridge (middle school)
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. July 2014 - Present
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. November 2013 - June 2014
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. November 2012 - October 2013
Stanley Black & Decker , Inc. June 2011 - October 2012
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. September 2010 - May 2011
The Make-A-Wish Foundation May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Communications, Sales, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Consumer Products, Facebook, Event Planning, Retail, Multi-channel Marketing, Management, Sales Operations, Account Management, Competitive Analysis
Education
Miami University 2006 — 2010
Bachelors, Strategic Communication, Graduated Cum Laude
The University of South Dakota January 2012 - Present
Caregivers Placement Agency April 2011 - December 2011
The Make-A-Wish Foundation August 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Arts Administration, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Fundraising, Social Media, Event Management, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Editing, Research, Fundraisers
Education
The University of South Dakota 2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Human Development and Educational Psychology
Vanguard University of Southern California 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre/Theater
Yummie by Heather Thomson February 2015 - Present
Lionsgate September 2011 - April 2014
Ryan September 2009 - September 2011
L.B. Carpenter, P.A. June 2008 - May 2009
The Make-A-Wish Foundation June 2008 - August 2008
University of Miami School of Business January 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Tax, Auditing, General Ledger, Income Tax, Management, Accounting, Tax Returns, Journal Entries, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, QuickBooks, Invoicing, GAAP, Tax Research
Education
University of Miami 2005 — 2009
Bachelor, Business Administration; Accounting
University of Miami - School of Business 2005 — 2009
BBA, Accounting and Business Management and Organization
Stinger Honey Co. April 2015 - Present
Wilshire Restaurant January 2015 - Present
Per Se November 2011 - February 2014
Sullivan Street Bakery and Company Restaurant June 2009 - September 2011
The Culinary Loft August 2007 - May 2009
Bowen & Company August 2006 - August 2007
Antony Todd, Inc. April 2006 - May 2006
The Make-A-Wish Foundation January 2006 - March 2006
Skills
Hospitality, Private Events, Publicity, Dinners, Special Event, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Corporate Events, HTML, Public Relations, Social Media, Wedding Planning, Sponsorship, Marketing Communications, Coordinating Events, Trade Shows, Meeting Planning, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases
Education
The University of Kansas 2001 — 2005
B.A., Communication Studies
University of Kansas 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies
The Make-A-Wish Foundation March 2009 - Present
Spencerian College August 2008 - March 2009
Make-A-Wish Foundation 2009 - 2009
TEAM Enterprises March 2007 - July 2008
Education
Transylvania University 2002 — 2006
BA, History and Business Administration
Schroeder Resources August 2009 - Present
The Make A Wish foundation 2002 - 2003
Skills
Fundraising, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, development resource..., Capital Campaigns, Capital Campaign..., Direct Mail Fundraising, Messaging Development, Volunteer Management, Philanthropy, Non-profits, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Board Development, Community Outreach
Education
Emory University 1988 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Oxford College of Emory 1986 — 1988
Associate's Degree
Hayden High School Topeka, KS 1982 — 1986
Teach For America September 2014 - Present
Teach for America August 2012 - August 2014
Teach for America August 2010 - August 2012
The Princeton Review September 2007 - June 2009
United Way of Greater Dayton August 2006 - December 2006
The Make-A-Wish Foundation May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Community Outreach, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Newsletters, Marketing, Recruiting
Education
University of Dayton 2003 — 2007
B.A., Communication
Avon November 2014 - Present
MediaCom January 2013 - November 2014
Mediacom November 2011 - December 2012
KV Design June 2011 - November 2011
Cynthia Rowley June 2010 - August 2010
The Make-A-Wish Foundation December 2009 - April 2010
Education
University of Michigan 2007 — 2011
Communications Studies
Bellco Theatre March 2015 - Present
Colorado Convention Center March 2014 - March 2015
United States Olympic Committee April 2013 - March 2014
The Make-A- Wish Foundation August 2011 - December 2012
Hilton Garden Inn April 2010 - August 2012
Walt Disney World January 2012 - June 2012
Denver DesignWorks May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Event Planning, Development Work, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking, Social Media, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, InDesign, Raiser's Edge, Microsoft CRM, Fundraising
Education
Bowling Green State University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Tourism Leisure and Event Planning
California State University-Hayward 2009 — 2010