First Book

Industry: Nonprofit

Description

First Book is a nonprofit social enterprise that provides new books, educational resources, and other essentials--including coats, snacks, and hygiene kits--to educators serving children in need. First Book has offices in Washington, D.C., and Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Tax ID: 52-1779606 Founder: Kyle Zimmer Founded: 1992

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Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Dave Mankoff Dave Mankoff Greater Boston Area Details
Dave Mankoff's First Book Experience January 2006 - August 2007
Job Software Engineer at Google
Industry Internet
Experience
Google  August 2012 - Present
Open Mile, Inc  January 2010 - July 2012
AOL  July 2009 - December 2009
Going.com  September 2007 - July 2009
First Book   January 2006 - August 2007
Lockheed Martin  August 2004 - December 2005

Skills
Python, Git, JavaScript, Subversion, SQL, PHP, Project Management, CSS, Apache, MySQL, Linux, Amazon EC2, HTML, EC2

Education
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute   2000 — 2004
BS, Computer Science

Phillips Academy   1996 — 2000
Highschool

Alexandra Pantuso Alexandra Pantuso Austin, Texas Details
Alexandra Pantuso's First Book Experience September 2013 - June 2014
Job Business Development Officer at Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union
Industry Banking
Experience
Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union  October 2014 - Present
Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union  September 2012 - October 2014
First Book   September 2013 - June 2014
Starbucks  July 2011 - August 2012
Best Buy  July 2009 - July 2010

Skills
Customer Service, Customer Experience, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Oriented, Customer Retention, Microsoft Office, Mathematics, Materials Management, Report Writing, Research, Resume Writing, Achieving Results, Determination, Social Networking, Social Media, Social Skills, Personality, Highly personable, Organization, Organizational Structure, Organizational Behavior, Multi Tasking, Slightly bilingual, Supervisory Experience, Highly motivated..., Great Motivator, Positive Work..., Positive Team Player, Problem Solving, Collaborative Problem..., Leadership, Higher Education, Genuine, Social Media Marketing, Teamwork, Team Building, Goal Oriented, Credit Unions, Volunteering, Interpersonal..., Employee Training, Conflict Resolution, Pinterest, Constant Contact, Self-driven, People Skills, Organization, Creative Solutions, Member Relations, Cross Selling

Education
The University of Texas at San Antonio   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

James Madison High School   2006 — 2010
High School Diploma

Rebecca Lazinsk Rebecca Lazinsk Manchester, New Hampshire Details
Rebecca Lazinsk's First Book Experience January 2011 - September 2012
Job Academic Advisor, Southern New Hampshire University
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Southern New Hampshire University  November 2014 - Present
South Windsor High School  October 2013 - October 2014
Glastonbury Public Schools  June 2013 - August 2014
Keene State College Community Service Office   September 2012 - May 2013
First Book   January 2011 - September 2012
South Windsor Recreation Department  August 2008 - January 2012
Temple Beth Hillel  June 2010 - August 2011

Skills
Community Service, Social Media, Leadership, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Research, Volunteer Training, Outlook, Marketing, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Training, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Event Management, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Teaching

Education
Southern New Hampshire University   2015 — 2017
Master of Science (M.S.), Management

Keene State College   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Secondary Education and Teaching, Graduated

South Windsor High School   2005 — 2009

Tony Choi Tony Choi Greater New York City Area Details
Tony Choi's First Book Experience August 2008 - June 2009
Job Copy Editor and Researcher at Soze Productions, Inc.
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Soze Productions, Inc.   July 2015 - Present
Self-Employed  July 2013 - Present
MinKwon Center for Community Action  July 2012 - November 2014
Berea College  August 2009 - June 2011
Korean Resource Center  2011 - 2011
Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund  May 2009 - September 2009
First Book   August 2008 - June 2009
Withbell   June 2007 - February 2008
Bergen County Division of Family Guidance  August 2006 - June 2007

Skills
Event Planning, Nonprofits, Social Media, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Research, Fundraising, Creative Writing, Volunteer Management, Immigration Law, PowerPoint, Facebook, Microsoft Office, Program Development, Editing, Advocacy, Language Teaching, Graphic Design, Grant Writing, Non-profits, Presentation Development, Immigration, InDesign, Illustrator, Email Newsletter Design, Performance Metrics

Education
Berea College   2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish Language and Literature

Borough of Manhattan Community College   2007 — 2007

Academies @ Englewood   2003 — 2007

Brian McClimans Brian McClimans Austin, Texas Details
Brian McClimans's First Book Experience May 2012 - July 2013
Job HRLP at GE Power & Water
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
GE Power & Water  June 2015 - Present
HomeAway.com  June 2014 - August 2014
First Book   May 2012 - July 2013
Cardno Emerging Markets USA Ltd.  April 2012 - May 2012
Cardno Emerging Markets USA Ltd.  February 2012 - March 2012
Change for Change   June 2011 - December 2011
Envision EMI  January 2009 - June 2011
Envision EMI  April 2007 - January 2009
Envision EMI  May 2005 - April 2007
International Law Institute  April 2004 - April 2005

Skills
International..., Community Development, Program Development, Program Management, Program Design, Team Building, Conflict Resolution, SharePoint, Relationship Development

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Allegheny College   1999 — 2003
BA, Environmental Economics

Meadville Area Senior High

Gina Rullo Gina Rullo Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Details
Gina Rullo's First Book Experience August 2012 - November 2013
Job Digital Media Specialist at WMGK Greater Media Philadelphia
Industry Music
Experience
WMGK Greater Media Philadelphia  March 2015 - Present
MindShuffle Marketing   October 2014 - Present
Photographer / Social Media Consultant / Writer   June 2010 - Present
Fame House  December 2013 - October 2014
First Book   August 2012 - November 2013
First Book   October 2010 - August 2012
9:30 Club  April 2012 - July 2012
Blue Shield of NENY  August 2008 - October 2010
Siena College  December 2007 - May 2008

Skills
Blogging, Social Media, Facebook, Newsletters, Social Networking, Photoshop, Event Planning, Nonprofits, PowerPoint, Salesforce.com, Photography, Writing, Music, Premiere, Editing, Digital Marketing

Education
SUNY Cortland   2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Sport Management

Hudson Valley Community College   2004 — 2006
Associates in Applied Science, Business Administration

Christine Kuznia Christine Kuznia Englewood, Colorado Details
Christine Kuznia's First Book Experience August 2012 - Present
Job Associate Project Manager at The Leadership and Learning Center
Industry Education Management
Experience
First Book   August 2012 - Present
The Leadership and Learning Center  February 2011 - Present

Skills
Instructional Design, Staff Development, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Adult Education, Educational Leadership, Educational Technology, Leadership, Nonprofits, Research, Training, Content Development, Teacher Training, Grant Writing, Higher Education

Education
University of Denver   2013 — 2015

Red River High School

University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology and Marketing

Cristina Chavez Cristina Chavez Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Cristina Chavez's First Book Experience June 2010 - July 2010
Job Former Jesuit Volunteer
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Cristo Rey Boston High School  2011 - 2012
First Book   June 2010 - July 2010

Skills
Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Research, PowerPoint, Social Media, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Customer Service, Teamwork, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, English, Public Relations, Leadership, Editing, Event Management, Social Networking, Volunteer Management

Education
Loyola Marymount University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Urban Studies/Affairs

Sarah Henningsen Sarah Henningsen Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Sarah Henningsen's First Book Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Strategic Alliances Coordinator at First Book
Industry Education Management
Experience
First Book   September 2015 - Present
First Book   August 2014 - Present
Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School  July 2013 - Present
Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School  July 2013 - August 2013
Bilingual Education for Central America (BECA)   2012 - 2013
More Uncommon Grounds, The Corp   September 2009 - May 2012
Kalmanovitz Initiative for Labor and the Working Poor  2011 - 2012
, Central American Resource Center (CARECEN)   August 2011 - December 2011
Students Helping Honduras, Central American Children's Institute (CeCi)   June 2011 - July 2011

Skills
Spanish, Latin America, Teaching English as a..., Applied Anthropology, Translation, Early Childhood Literacy, Oral History, International...

Education
Georgetown University   2008 — 2012
B.A., Spanish Major, Anthropology Minor

Universidad de Buenos Aires: Facultad de Ciencias Sociales y Trabajo Social   2010 — 2010
Latin American Literature, Social Anthropology

Campolindo High School

Campolindo High School

Rochelle Presley Rochelle Presley Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Rochelle Presley's First Book Experience 2010 - Present
Job Human Resources Manager
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   2010 - Present
Insphere Insurance Solutions  2006 - 2010
UJA-Federation of New York  2004 - 2005
WNET New York Public Media  2000 - 2004

Skills
Leadership Development, Performance Management, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Conflict Resolution, Employee Training, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Coaching, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Team Building

Education
University of Maryland University College   2008 — 2010
Master of Science (MS), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff   1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies

Melissa Passarelli Melissa Passarelli Greater New York City Area Details
Melissa Passarelli's First Book Experience March 2010 - May 2011
Job Project Director at Docs for Tots
Industry Mental Health Care
Experience
Docs for Tots  June 2014 - Present
The Blue Bench   August 2013 - August 2014
Trauma and Disaster Recovery Clinic   September 2013 - June 2014
Docs for Tots  September 2011 - December 2013
The Gathering Place  October 2012 - May 2013
C2 Education  September 2011 - August 2012
First Book   March 2010 - May 2011
Fiver Children's Foundation  June 2009 - August 2009
A Wider Circle  January 2009 - May 2009
Kimmit, Senter, Coates & Weinfurter   January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
Psychology, Community Outreach, Organization, Fast Learning, Public Policy, Typing, Speed Reading, Excel, iMovie, Word Processing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Research, International..., International Relations, Facebook, Grant Writing, Policy, Community Development, Nonprofits, Program Development, Program Evaluation

Education
University of Denver   2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), International Disaster Psychology

The George Washington University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Public Policy

University of Sussex   2009 — 2009

Kate Fergusson Kate Fergusson Los Angeles, California Details
Kate Fergusson's First Book Experience August 2011 - August 2013
Job Associate Director of Engagement Programs, USC Alumni Association
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
University of Southern California  November 2013 - Present
First Book   August 2011 - August 2013
Aristotle International  October 2010 - August 2011
Reading Is Fundamental  March 2008 - October 2010
Reading Is Fundamental  April 2007 - March 2008

Skills
Fundraising, Nonprofits, Community Development, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Direct Mail Fundraising, Online Advocacy, Grassroots Organizing, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Newsletters, Grants

Education
University of Southern California   2013 — 2015
Master's Degree, Master of Public Administration, Nonprofit Management

Occidental College   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology

Jeff Popovich Jeff Popovich Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Jeff Popovich's First Book Experience 2004 - 2007
Job Chief Information Officer
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
American Public Transportation Association  2007 - Present
First Book   2004 - 2007
Your IT Company   2001 - 2004
KPMG  1998 - 2001
Ernst & Young  1995 - 1998

Skills
Strategic Planning, Vendor Management, Budget, Contract Negotiation, Management, Budgets, Nonprofits, Analysis, Strategy, Project Management, Fundraising, Entrepreneurship, Project Planning, Leadership, Recruiting, Program Management, IT Management, Telecommunications

Education
Florida Institute of Technology   1993 — 1995
MS

Park University   1988 — 1992
BS

Andrea Tehan Carnes Andrea Tehan Carnes Greenfield, Massachusetts Details
Andrea Tehan Carnes's First Book Experience January 2006 - January 2008
Job Middle School Math and Science Teacher at StoneleighBurnham School
Industry Education Management
Experience
Stoneleigh-Burnham School  August 2011 - Present
Northfield Mount Hermon School  June 2013 - Present
Stoneleigh-Burnham School  August 2011 - August 2013
Adventure Quest Summer Camp   May 2010 - August 2011
Springbrook H.S   August 2009 - June 2011
Rockville High School  August 2008 - June 2009
First Book   January 2006 - January 2008
Peace Corps  July 2003 - July 2005

Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Leadership, Grants, Community Outreach, Editing, Special Education, Public Speaking, Training, Program Development, Higher Education, Science, Tutoring, Community Development, Coaching, Lesson Planning, Fundraising, Differentiated..., Grant Writing, Literacy, Teacher Training

Education
The George Washington University   2008 — 2010
M.A., Transition Special Education

Union College   1999 — 2003
BA, Cultural Anthropology, Biology

Millbrook School   1995 — 1999
High School Diploma

Russell Abdo Russell Abdo Palo Alto, California Details
Russell Abdo's First Book Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Medallia Talent Acquisition We're hiring!
Industry Staffing and Recruiting
Experience
Medallia  April 2015 - Present
Medallia  June 2014 - April 2015
Williams Cafe - Penn Student Agencies   March 2013 - May 2014
First Book   May 2013 - August 2013
South Kensington Community Partners   January 2013 - May 2013
Williams Cafe - Penn Student Agencies   March 2012 - March 2013
Fox Leadership Program at the University of Pennsylvania   May 2012 - August 2012
Williams Cafe - Penn Student Agencies   September 2011 - March 2012

Skills
Research, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Set Design, Facebook, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Fundraising, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Coordination, Networking

Education
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Urban Studies

Lauren Reed Lauren Reed Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Lauren Reed's First Book Experience February 2010 - April 2010
Job World Geography Teacher at District of Columbia Public Schools
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Discovery Communications  September 2014 - Present
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)   August 2014 - Present
Discovery Communications  April 2012 - July 2014
Discovery Communications  April 2011 - April 2012
Discovery Communications  September 2010 - April 2011
Discovery Communications  June 2010 - August 2010
Executive Office of Presidential Correspondence   September 2009 - August 2010
American University  August 2009 - May 2010
First Book   February 2010 - April 2010
Teaching for Change  August 2009 - December 2009

Skills
Blogging, Editing, Curriculum Design, Event Planning, Teaching, Curriculum Development, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Analytics, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Target Marketing, Project Management, Elementary Education, Strategic Communications, E-Learning, Public Speaking, Research, NICE

Education
American University   2009 — 2010
Master of Arts, Strategic Communication

Boston College   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education and Communication

Shannon Burke-Kranzberg Shannon Burke-Kranzberg Columbia, Missouri Details
Shannon Burke-Kranzberg's First Book Experience April 2012 - Present
Job Senior Manager, National Engagement at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   April 2012 - Present
Partnership for Public Service  September 2011 - April 2012
Partnership for Public Service  August 2009 - September 2011
Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County  August 2008 - August 2009
Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County  August 2007 - August 2008

Skills
Fundraising, Program Development, Program Management, Strategic Communications, Strategic Partnerships, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Editing, Program Evaluation, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Project Management, Marketing, Community Engagement, Stakeholder Engagement, Grant Writing, Proposal Writing, Event Management

Education
The George Washington University   2009 — 2012
Master of Public Administration

University of Missouri-Columbia   2003 — 2007
BJ/BA

Diane George Diane George Greater Philadelphia Area Details
Diane George's First Book Experience August 2006 - May 2009
Job Senior Associate Brand Manager Swanson Broth and Stock at Campbell Soup Company
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Campbell Soup Company  October 2014 - Present
Campbell Soup Company  July 2013 - September 2014
JPMorgan Chase  June 2012 - June 2013
JPMorgan Chase  July 2011 - June 2012
Unilever  June 2010 - August 2010
First Book   August 2006 - May 2009
American Anti-Slavery Group  September 2005 - August 2006

Education
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School   2009 — 2011
MBA, Marketing & Operations

Harvard University   2001 — 2005
BA, English

Lisa Leweke Lisa Leweke Manhattan Beach, California Details
Lisa Leweke's First Book Experience September 2011 - April 2012
Job Field Merchandise Representative/Southern California Market
Industry Education Management
Experience
Fuhu, Inc  March 2014 - July 2015
Fuhu, Inc  November 2013 - March 2014
Fuhu, Inc  March 2013 - November 2013
Glenwood Elementary  September 2012 - January 2013
Yoga Core   January 2012 - April 2012
First Book   September 2011 - April 2012
Point Dume Elementary   September 2010 - January 2012

Skills
Organization, Creativity, Training, Teaching, Curriculum Design, Project Planning, Positive Team Player, Keen Listener, Goal Setting, Classroom Management, Elementary Education, Child Development, PowerPoint, Social Media, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Nonprofits, Photography, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking

Education
Pepperdine University   2010 — 2013
B.A, Liberal Arts; Psychology and Secondary Education

Deborah Benedict Deborah Benedict Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Deborah Benedict's First Book Experience November 2014 - Present
Job Independent Medical Practice Professional
Industry Medical Practice
Experience
First Book   November 2014 - Present
Independent Medical Professional   1991 - 2011

Skills
Internal Medicine, Board Certified

Education
Brown Medical School   1987 — 1991
MD, MD

Georgetown University   1981 — 1985
BSN, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

Erica Perl Erica Perl Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Erica Perl's First Book Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Senior Advisor, Publisher & Author Relations, First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   June 2015 - Present
Children's Book Author  January 2005 - Present
First Book   June 2009 - Present

Skills
Fundraising, Editing, Nonprofits, Blogging, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Editorial, Social Networking, Creative Writing

Education
Tulane University Law School   1992 — 1995
Doctor of Law (JD)

Hampshire College   1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Kristin Hubing Kristin Hubing Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Kristin Hubing's First Book Experience December 2012 - May 2013
Job Editorial Associate at AASA,The School Superintendents Association
Industry Public Policy
Experience
AASA,The School Superintendents Association  September 2014 - Present
The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences  May 2012 - August 2014
First Book   December 2012 - May 2013
Policy Perspectives   August 2012 - May 2013
Partners In Health  July 2006 - June 2011

Skills
Global Health, Non-profits, International..., Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Community Outreach, Fundraising

Education
The George Washington University   2011 — 2013
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), Social Policy

The George Washington University   2001 — 2005
BA, International Affairs, English

Elese Sizemore Elese Sizemore Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Elese Sizemore's First Book Experience November 2010 - Present
Job Customer Service Manager at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   November 2010 - Present
Bokamoso Youth Foundation   January 2008 - Present
For Love of Children  January 2007 - Present
Network of Spiritual Progressives   April 2010 - June 2010
American Express  October 1998 - July 2009
American Express  February 1992 - October 1998
American Express  October 1981 - February 1992
American Express  February 1978 - October 1981

Skills
Youth Development, Non-profits, Corporate Social..., Marketing, Curriculum Design, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Training, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Time Management, Teaching, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Management, Editing, Sales, International Relations, Program Development, Policy, Leadership, Research, Budgets, Strategy, Conflict Resolution, Access, Team Building, Program Management, Leadership Development

Education
Georgetown University   1985 — 1986
Certificate, Business Administration

University at Buffalo   1974 — 1975
MLS, Library Science

Georgetown College   1970 — 1974
BA, English, History, Communication

Athena Burkett Athena Burkett Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Athena Burkett's First Book Experience June 2012 - August 2012
Job 2nd Grade Lead Teacher at Capital City PCS
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Capital City PCS  August 2014 - Present
Urban Teacher Center  June 2013 - May 2014
The Christian Association   September 2012 - May 2013
The Christian Association Student Board   September 2012 - May 2013
Civic House Associates Coalition   January 2011 - May 2013
First Book   June 2012 - August 2012
University of Pennsylvania  October 2011 - January 2012
Art-Reach  September 2011 - December 2011
Summer Communities of Service   June 2011 - August 2011
ACHIEVEability  September 2010 - April 2011

Skills
Nonprofits, Event Management, Editing, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Facebook

Education
Lesley University   2013 — 2015
Master’s Degree, Elementary Education & Special Education

University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science, Economics, Accounting; Operations & Information Management

Amanda Malamut Amanda Malamut Greater Philadelphia Area Details
Amanda Malamut's First Book Experience December 2012 - May 2013
Job Chief Operating Officer Simply Equal Education
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Almo Corporation  August 2014 - Present
Simply Equal Education   December 2008 - Present
First Book   December 2012 - May 2013
American University  September 2011 - May 2012
Booktopia   September 2010 - April 2012
Arcadia University  May 2009 - August 2009
Amtech Futura   May 2007 - August 2009

Skills
Nonprofits, Social Media, Program Management, Fundraising, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Grant Writing, Management, International..., International Education, PowerPoint, Youth Development, Microsoft Excel, Intercultural..., Microsoft Word, Facebook, International Relations, Web Design, Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Partner Management, Data Entry, Youth Engagement, Photoshop, Database Maintenance, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Program Evaluation, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Research, Editing, Event Management, Project Management, Grants

Education
American University   2010 — 2012
Master, International Training and Education, 3.8

Arcadia University   2006 — 2010
BA, International Studies, 3.8

Saint Basil Academy   2002 — 2006

Clare Kane Clare Kane Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Details
Clare Kane's First Book Experience December 2013 - January 2014
Job Forecasting Analyst at H.J. Heinz Company
Industry Logistics and Supply Chain
Experience
H.J. Heinz Company   June 2014 - Present
First Book   December 2013 - January 2014
O'Leary Asphalt   May 2013 - August 2013
Tulane University Sociology Department   October 2012 - May 2013
Tulane University Office of Undergraduate Admissions  January 2012 - May 2013
First Book   May 2012 - August 2012
Colorworks Promotions   May 2011 - August 2011
Tulane University, Josephine Louise Hall   August 2010 - May 2011
Reily Recreation Center  September 2009 - December 2010
FDA  June 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Customer Service, Warehousing, Data Analysis, Leadership, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Marketing, Problem Solving, Systematization, Adaptability, Process Improvement, Efficiency, Research, Highly resourceful, Motivated self-starter, Comfortable working..., Dependable Team Player, Highly responsible, Interpersonal..., Close Attention to..., Big-picture Thinking, Time Management, Salesforce.com

Education
Tulane University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Major Sociology, Minor Business, Senior

Danish Institute for Study Abroad   2011 — 2011
Migration and Conflict

Kendra (White) Hyett Kendra (White) Hyett United States Details
Kendra (White) Hyett's First Book Experience April 2013 - Present
Job Grant Writer at Operation Rainbow, Advisory Board Member at First Book SF, Vetting Committee Chair at SparkSF
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
SparkSF   July 2015 - Present
First Book   April 2013 - Present
Operation Rainbow   October 2012 - Present
SparkSF   February 2014 - July 2015
About-Face  July 2013 - July 2015
It's Time Network   March 2015 - June 2015
Girls Inc. of Alameda County  November 2013 - September 2014
Asante Africa Foundation  June 2013 - March 2014
Emerge Global, Inc.   March 2013 - September 2013
More Than Me  October 2012 - March 2013

Skills
Grant Writing, Proposal Writing, Grant Preparation, Editing, Writing, proposal editing, Grantsmanship, Basic HTML, Social Media, Social Media Development, Social Media Marketing, Production Management, Production Planning, Web Project Management, Editorial Project..., Online Video Production, SEO, Web Content, Content Writing, Content Management, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Social Media Measurement, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, WebTrends Analytics, Website Promotion, Community Engagement, Customer Engagement, funder research, User Experience, Women's Issues, Gender Studies, Women's Studies, Gender Equality, Production Managment, Editorial, Blogging, Facebook, Grants, Creative Writing, Community Outreach, Research

Education
North Central College   2002 — 2006
Bachelors, English & Gender Studies, 3.5

Alison Goldberg, M.A. Alison Goldberg, M.A. Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Alison Goldberg, M.A.'s First Book Experience October 2011 - May 2012
Job Membership and Database Coordinator at SIOR
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
SIOR  August 2013 - Present
Professionals for Non-Profits  January 2013 - August 2013
Jewish Community Center  July 2011 - August 2013
Jewish Community Center  2010 - February 2013
First Book   October 2011 - May 2012
Franklin and Marshall College  May 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Qualitative Research, Grants, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Research, Community Development, Event Planning, Logistics, Member Relations, CRM, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, Databases, Organization, Bilingual Proficiency, Social Media, Food Stamps, SNAP, Mac OSX Operating..., Windows Vista, Windows XP Pro, Salesforce.com, Mail Merge, Financial Reporting, Phone Etiquette, Sage CRM, Membership Relations, Business Letters, Securitas..., Aptify, Project Management, HTML, Program Impact Reports, Budget Process

Education
The George Washington University   2010 — 2012
Master of Arts (MA), Anthropology Concentration in International Development, 3.34

Franklin & Marshall College   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Cultural Anthropology and Spanish, 3.2

Universidad de Salamanca   2009 — 2009
Spanish Language and HIstory

Brittany Bishop Brittany Bishop Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Brittany Bishop's First Book Experience October 2012 - August 2014
Job Business Strategy Analyst at GEICO
Industry Insurance
Experience
GEICO  September 2014 - Present
First Book   October 2012 - August 2014
Friends of the Congressional Glaucoma Caucus Foundation   May 2008 - August 2011

Skills
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Spotfire, SPSS Clementine, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Event Planning, Facebook, Statistics, Analysis, Social Networking, Fundraising, Spanish, Management, Community Outreach, Nonprofits

Education
Babson College   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Management

Stuyvesant High School   2004 — 2008

Mary Buhman Weber Mary Buhman Weber Portland, Oregon Area Details
Mary Buhman Weber's First Book Experience 1996 - 2004
Job Owner, Weberworks LLC
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Weberworks LLC   June 2006 - Present
Soroptimist international of Vancouver   2003 - 2010
First Book   1996 - 2004

Skills
Leadership, Grant Writing, Strategic Planning

Education
Clark College

George Fox University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)

Gerard Niemira Gerard Niemira San Francisco Bay Area Details
Gerard Niemira's First Book Experience June 2007 - February 2008
Job Interim VP of Product & Engineering at Kiva.org
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Kiva.org  August 2015 - Present
Kiva.org  February 2015 - July 2015
Kiva.org  April 2013 - February 2015
Kiva.org  February 2012 - April 2013
Kiva.org  August 2010 - February 2012
Kiva.org  March 2008 - August 2010
First Book   June 2007 - February 2008
First Book   June 2006 - June 2007
First Book   September 2005 - June 2006
First Book   August 2005 - September 2005

Skills
Salesforce.com, Zendesk, Ruby on Rails, Product Management, Software Project..., Customer Service, Social Enterprise, jQuery, JavaScript, CSS, Agile Methodologies, Nonprofit Technology, Non-profits, Social Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, HTML, Heroku, RSpec, Capybara, Rake, YAML, Nonprofits, User Experience, Start-ups, Mobile Applications, Web Applications, Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, E-commerce, Management, PowerPoint

Education
Saint Thomas Aquinas College   2003 — 2005
BA, History

Boston University   2000 — 2003

Heather Kilgore Heather Kilgore Silver Spring, Maryland Details
Heather Kilgore's First Book Experience April 2006 - November 2008
Job Registered Nurse at The George Washington University Hospital
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
The George Washington University Hospital  October 2014 - Present
First Book   April 2006 - November 2008
Metro TeenAIDS  June 2002 - August 2005
Metro TeenAIDS  January 2001 - May 2002
Kaiser Permanente  August 1998 - January 2001

Skills
Nursing, Program Management, Community Development, Community Outreach, Healthcare, Nonprofits, Public Health

Education
Montgomery College   2011 — 2014
Associate's degree, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

New Actors Workshop   1994 — 1996
Conservatory Arts, Theater

American University   1991 — 1993
Theatre/Theater

Duke Ellington School of the Arts   1989 — 1991
Arts and College Prep high school degrees, Theatre/Theater

Christopher Stine Christopher Stine Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Christopher Stine's First Book Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Senior Vice President of Information Technology at First Book
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
First Book   June 2015 - Present
IBM  2013 - 2014
eBay Enterprise  2012 - 2013
eBay Enterprise  2011 - 2012
GSI Commerce  2007 - 2011
Siemens Medical  2002 - 2007
Broadreach Consulting  2000 - 2001
DecisionOne  1997 - 2000
Accenture  1994 - 1997
Shared Medical Systems  1989 - 1994

Skills
Agile Methodologies, Scrum, Software Development, SOA, E-commerce, Program Management, SaaS, Software Engineering, IT Strategy, Solution Architecture, Vendor Management, Strategy, Product Management, Consulting, Business Analysis

Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science

Rachel Whitmeyer Rachel Whitmeyer Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Rachel Whitmeyer's First Book Experience August 2010 - December 2010
Job Customer Success Maven at TrackMaven
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
TrackMaven  September 2015 - Present
Delucchi Plus  April 2015 - August 2015
Delucchi Plus  May 2014 - March 2015
Wunderman DC  January 2014 - May 2014
Pulsar  January 2013 - September 2013
WasteZero  May 2012 - August 2012
Applebee's  May 2011 - August 2011
First Book   August 2010 - December 2010
Great Schools in Wake Coalition   June 2010 - August 2010
WasteZero  June 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, Research, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, CRM, Creative Writing, Community Outreach, Leadership, Online Research, Public Relations, Editing, Project Management, Facebook, Microsoft Project, Google Analytics, Market Research, Training, Blogging, Account Management, MS Project

Education
American University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Literature

William G. Enloe High School   2006 — 2010

Kerstin Tebbe Kerstin Tebbe Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Kerstin Tebbe's First Book Experience July 2003 - April 2004
Job Consultant at World Bank Group
Industry International Affairs
Experience
World Bank Group  December 2014 - Present
Avenir Analytics Ltd.   November 2014 - Present
Inter-Agency Network for Education in Emergencies-INEE  August 2013 - October 2014
Inter-Agency Network for Education in Emergencies-INEE  February 2012 - July 2013
(Independent)   September 2011 - January 2012
Inter-Agency Network for Education in Emergencies   April 2008 - August 2011
American Institutes for Research  October 2005 - April 2008
American Institutes for Research  April 2004 - October 2005
First Book   July 2003 - April 2004

Skills
Capacity Building, International..., NGOs, Program Evaluation, Human Rights, Proposal Writing, International Education, Policy Analysis, Humanitarian Assistance, International Relations, Qualitative Research, Policy, Fundraising, Community Development, Research

Education
American University   2005 — 2007
MA, International Peace and Conflict Resolution

New York University   1999 — 2003
BA, English

Bradley Pine Bradley Pine Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Bradley Pine's First Book Experience August 1993 - May 1997
Job Vice President, Education and Meetings at The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions  January 2015 - Present
Rockpointe Corporation  January 2006 - April 2013
Rockpointe Corporation  January 2004 - January 2006
Rockpointe Corporation  February 2003 - January 2004
America's Promise  February 1997 - December 1998
First Book   August 1993 - May 1997
CENTER FOR HEALTH POLICY RESEARCH, The George Washington University   December 1990 - August 1993
American Chemical Society  October 1989 - November 1990

Skills
Leadership, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Management, Strategy, Healthcare, Team Management, CME, Team Building, Nonprofits, Program Management, Organizational..., Non-profit Leadership, Accredited Medical..., Consulting, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Proposal Writing

Education
Claremont McKenna College   1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Literature

Matthew Radke Matthew Radke Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Matthew Radke's First Book Experience 2013 - 2014
Job Leader of Marketing & Analysis at The Washington Post
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
The Washington Post  January 2013 - Present
First Book   2013 - 2014
Target  July 2011 - October 2012
Target  August 2009 - July 2011
Target  February 2008 - August 2009
Target  June 2006 - February 2008

Skills
Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Business Planning, Analytics, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Merchandising, Strategic Partnerships, Analysis, Negotiation, Retail, Project Management, Sales, Advertising, Inventory Management, Problem Solving

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2009 — 2011
MBA, Marketing & Strategy

University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2002 — 2006
BSB, Marketing & Psychology

Cynthia Soriano Taborda Cynthia Soriano Taborda Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Cynthia Soriano Taborda's First Book Experience June 2009 - January 2010
Job Membership and Development Director at VPPPA
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
VPPPA, Inc.   June 2011 - Present
First Book   June 2009 - January 2010
Montgomery College  September 2006 - December 2007
NOVA Early Learning   May 2005 - July 2006

Skills
Non-profits, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Program Management, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Human Resources, Nonprofits, Data Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Market Research, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Project Management, Leadership, Business Strategy, Budgets

Education
University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business   2008 — 2011
MBA, Marketing, Non-Profit Management

Kati Anderson Kati Anderson Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Kati Anderson's First Book Experience July 2013 - Present
Job
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
First Book   July 2013 - Present
Freelance Consultant  March 2012 - July 2013
Comunicad  2004 - 2012
MDB, Inc  2003 - 2004
Families USA  2001 - 2003
John Edwards for Attorney General   2001 - 2001
Tom Keefe for Congress   July 2000 - November 2000
Bill Bradley for President  1999 - 2000

Skills
Project Management, Bilingual/Bicultural, Progress Tracking /..., Media Relations, Budget Management, Public Relations, Editing, Strategic Communications, Budgets, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Event Planning, Press Releases, Nonprofits, Community Outreach

Education
Southern Methodist University
B.A., English

Kristine Brown Kristine Brown Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Kristine Brown's First Book Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Operations Manager, National Book Bank, First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   June 2014 - Present
Books for America  May 2010 - June 2014
Borders  December 2006 - April 2008
U.S. Department of State   June 2005 - August 2005

Skills
Management, Training, Nonprofits, Customer Service, Sales, Payroll, QuickBooks, QuickBooks POS, Monsoon Pro Warehouse, Intelligent Desktop..., Networking, Project Planning, Grant Coordination, Bookstore Management, Antiquarian Book Sales, Online Book Sales, Community Outreach, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Volunteer Recruiting, Volunteer Training, Non-profit Program..., Social Entrepreneurship, eCommerce, Bookselling, Human Resources, Fundraising, Event Management, Logistics

Education
George Mason University   2011 — 2015
Master's degree, English Literature, 4.0

George Mason University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature, Cultural Studies, 3.55

Potomac Falls High School   2006 — 2007
Advanced Studies Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates

Andrea Carroll McNeil Andrea Carroll McNeil Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Andrea Carroll McNeil's First Book Experience July 2009 - August 2010
Job Beyond Jobs Program Manager at Goodwill Industries International
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Goodwill Industries International  August 2010 - March 2015
First Book   July 2009 - August 2010
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy  April 2007 - July 2009
City of Detroit  January 2002 - April 2007
American Diabetes Association  February 2001 - November 2001
FLOC/Thurgood Marshall Center   1997 - 1999

Skills
Volunteer Management, Program Development, Community Engagement, Grant administration, Event Planning, Building Relationships, Mission Oriented, Community Outreach, Communication Skills, Consultation Skills, Technical Assistance

Education
Trinity University-Washington   2010 — 2011
Master of Science in Administration, Public and Community Health

Wayne State University   2006 — 2007
Certificate, Non Profit Sector Studies

Howard University   1989 — 1993
B.A., Communications

Southfield High School   1985 — 1989

LD XXVIII

Brian Minter Brian Minter Hyattsville, Maryland Details
Brian Minter's First Book Experience November 2010 - July 2014
Job at
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Share Our Strength  July 2014 - Present
First Book   November 2010 - July 2014
PR Newswire  2007 - November 2010
US Newswire   2000 - 2007
Times Community Newspapers  1997 - 2000

Skills
Editing, Writing, Stories, Content Management, Media Relations, Communications..., Press Releases, Public Relations, Publicity, Social Media, Journalism, Proofreading, Crisis Communications, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Newsletters, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Blogging, Community Relations, AP Style, Non-profits, Video, New Media, Multimedia, Graphic Design, HTML, Fund-raising, Web Analytics, Website Development, Storytelling, Editorial, Nonprofits, Speech Writing, Corporate Communications, Publications, Facebook, Guitar, Keyboards

Education
James Madison University   1995 — 1997
BS, Communications

Virginia Commonwealth University   1994 — 1995

Fullamusu Bangura Fullamusu Bangura Greater New York City Area Details
Fullamusu Bangura's First Book Experience June 2012 - August 2012
Job CoDirector of Student Volunteer Council
Industry
Experience
Answer   September 2011 - Present
Center For American Women And Politics  January 2014 - June 2014
Student Volunteer Council   May 2012 - May 2014
Mbaasem Foundation   May 2013 - July 2013
First Book   June 2012 - August 2012
Program for Academic and Leadership Skills   October 2009 - July 2011

Skills
Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Non-profits, Fundraising, Facebook, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Social Media, Editing, Blogging, Research, Public Relations, Event Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Spanish, Microsoft Excel, Creative Writing, Customer Service, Leadership

Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English, Political Science

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick   2011 — 2015

Kirby Brewster Kirby Brewster Greater New York City Area Details
Kirby Brewster's First Book Experience November 2011 - April 2012
Job Assistant Account Executive at Tractenberg & Co.
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Pretty Woman   February 2014 - December 2014
Krupp Group  November 2013 - February 2014
First Book   November 2011 - April 2012
BarrelhouseBKLYN   May 2009 - October 2010

Skills
Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Media Relations, Social Media, Campaigns, Press Releases, Editing, Media List Building, Blogging, Research, Event Planning, Marketing, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Journalism

Education
Howard University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations

Samantha McGinnis Samantha McGinnis Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Samantha McGinnis's First Book Experience March 2014 - Present
Job Nonprofit Communicator and Yoga Teacher
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
First Book   March 2014 - Present
200 HR RYT   February 2014 - Present
Freelance  January 2013 - Present
Velvet Lounge  November 2011 - Present
Standard Solar  November 2012 - August 2013
Standard Solar  January 2012 - November 2012
International Rescue Committee  June 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Solar Energy, Energy Efficiency, Customer Service, Sales, Photovoltaics, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Email Marketing, Alternative Energy, CRM databases, New Business Development, Content Marketing, Graphic Design, Blog Marketing, Editing, Development..., Fundraising, Convio, Salesforce, Strategic Communications, Storytelling

Education
University of North Carolina at Asheville
International Studies, International Development, Spanish

Darla Bunting, M.Ed. Darla Bunting, M.Ed. Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Darla Bunting, M.Ed.'s First Book Experience April 2011 - Present
Job I create solutions to solve education's most pressing problems.
Industry Education Management
Experience
Enriched Schools  May 2015 - Present
First Book   April 2011 - Present
College Summit  April 2013 - May 2015
ProInspire  June 2014 - December 2014
Capital Cause  May 2011 - December 2013
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)   June 2010 - 2012
National Head Start Association  June 2011 - August 2011
Milestone Sabis Academy of New Orleans   August 2008 - August 2010
Institute for Educational Leadership  January 2008 - May 2008
Teach For America  August 2007 - May 2008

Skills
Community Outreach, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Leadership, Teaching, Curriculum Design, Research, Training, Strategic Communications, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Grant Writing, Program Management, Non-profits, Team Leadership, Elementary Education, Education Policy, Program Development, Social Media

Education
American University   2013 — 2014
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Curriculum & Instruction - Education Policy and Leadership

University of Maryland College Park   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology

Anna Williamson Anna Williamson Houston, Texas Details
Anna Williamson's First Book Experience November 2004 - May 2009
Job Assessment Coordinator and Infant/Toddler Program Coordinator at St. Luke's Day School
Industry Education Management
Experience
St. Luke's Day School   July 2014 - Present
St. Luke's Day School   August 2013 - July 2014
CityBridge Foundation  July 2009 - July 2012
First Book   November 2004 - May 2009
Community of Hope  March 2006 - January 2009
The Children's Greenhouse   May 2000 - July 2002

Education
The George Washington University   2012 — 2013
Master's degree, Early Childhood Special Education

College of Charleston   1999 — 2003
BS, Psychology

David Silversmith David Silversmith Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
David Silversmith's First Book Experience June 2009 - May 2012
Job CRM & Marketing Technology Management at Total Wine & More
Industry Information Services
Experience
Total Wine & More  June 2013 - Present
Marymount University  August 2008 - Present
Healthy Directions  May 2012 - June 2013
First Book   June 2009 - May 2012
Carfax  November 1996 - August 2008
Epoch Internet  March 1996 - November 1996
Support Systems Developers Inc. (purchased by Sitel)   August 1995 - March 1996
Claritas  March 1989 - July 1995
United Way Of America  December 1986 - March 1989
Booz, Allen and Hamilton  August 1985 - December 1986

Skills
E-commerce, Web Analytics, CRM, Program Management, Salesforce.com, Vendor Management, Leadership, Web Project Management, Strategy, Product Management, Enterprise Software, Software Project..., Requirements Analysis, Email Marketing, Google Analytics, IT Management, Management, Social Media, Process Improvement, MySQL, Business Intelligence..., SharePoint, Marketing, Lead Generation, Analysis, Customer Service..., Analytics, Start-ups, Project Management, Omniture, Content Management, eCommerce, RightNow, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Training, Web Development, SEM, Business Process, User Experience, SEO, SaaS, Customer Relationship..., Project Start-up &..., Enterprise Software..., Re-engineering and..., Online Marketing, Databases, SDLC, Business Strategy

Education
Syracuse University   1984 — 1985
MPA, Public Administration

Union College   1980 — 1984
BA, Political Science, Economics

Anna-Claire McGrath Anna-Claire McGrath Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Anna-Claire McGrath's First Book Experience December 2007 - January 2008
Job Associate House Manager at Studio Theatre
Industry
Experience
Studio Theatre  November 2012 - Present
826DC  January 2012 - June 2012
The Atlantic  December 2008 - January 2009
National Endowment for Democracy  June 2008 - August 2008
First Book   December 2007 - January 2008

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Photoshop, Teaching, Public Speaking, Editing, Negotiation

Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism   2011 — 2011
Columbia Publishing Course

University of Virginia   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General, 3.712

Danielle Tailleart Danielle Tailleart San Diego, California Details
Danielle Tailleart's First Book Experience January 2011 - April 2011
Job Recent Graduate from Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Temecula Valley Charter School   August 2011 - June 2012
First Book   January 2011 - April 2011
Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio Council  January 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Non-profits, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Research, Public Policy, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Politics, Leadership, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Political Science, Editing

Education
Thomas Jefferson School of Law   2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.)

American University   2011 — 2011
Applied Politics

University of California, Irvine   2006 — 2009
BA, Sociology

Elsa Hoffacker Elsa Hoffacker Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Elsa Hoffacker's First Book Experience December 2014 - July 2015
Job Strategic Communications
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
First Book   December 2014 - July 2015
The White House  2013 - 2013
American Friends of Lubavitch   September 2011 - August 2012
International Language Institute  June 2011 - October 2011
M+R Strategic Services  August 2010 - June 2011
Office of Congressman Michael H. Michaud (ME-02) in U.S. House of Representatives   February 2010 - August 2010
United Nations Development Fund for Women, Canadian Chapter   December 2009 - August 2010
Women's Executive Network  May 2008 - January 2010
The Jeffery Group of Companies   May 2008 - January 2010

Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Social Media, Public Policy, Crisis Communications, Public Affairs, Politics, Nonprofits, Corporate Social..., Event Management, Editing, Legislative Relations, Speech Writing

Education
Georgetown University
Master’s Degree

University of Toronto - University of Trinity College
Peace and Conflict Studies, Spanish, English

Theresa Grimison Theresa Grimison Melbourne, Florida Area Details
Theresa Grimison's First Book Experience October 2005 - September 2011
Job Management Consultant
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
The Brookings Institution  July 2012 - June 2014
The Brookings Institution  October 2011 - July 2012
First Book   October 2005 - September 2011
New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs  December 2003 - June 2005
Georgia O'Keeffe Museum  January 1996 - June 2002

Skills
Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Strategy, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Public Relations, Social Media, Event Planning, Speech Writing, Fundraising, Program Development, Strategic Partnerships, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Philanthropy, Strategic Communications, Volunteer Management

Education
The University of New Mexico - Robert O. Anderson School of Management   2001 — 2003
MBA

Fordham University   1989 — 1993
BA

Rachel Delaney Rachel Delaney Greater Milwaukee Area Details
Rachel Delaney's First Book Experience July 2004 - April 2005
Job Corporate Counsel Research at Aurora Health Care
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Aurora Health Care  June 2015 - Present
GE Healthcare  August 2014 - June 2015
Hall, Render, Killian, Heath & Lyman, P.C.   July 2010 - August 2014
Marquette University Law School  August 2007 - May 2010
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP  June 2009 - July 2009
Johnson Controls, Inc.   March 2008 - April 2009
Foley & Lardner LLP  November 2005 - August 2007
Serve You Custom Prescription Management, Inc.   April 2005 - November 2005
First Book   July 2004 - April 2005

Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Corporate Law

Education
Marquette University Law School   2007 — 2010
J.D., cum laude

Cornell University   2000 — 2004

Ryan Bodge Ryan Bodge Waterloo, Wisconsin Details
Ryan Bodge's First Book Experience October 2012 - November 2014
Job Sports Marketing at Trek Bicycle Corporation
Industry Sporting Goods
Experience
Trek Bicycle Corporation  2015 - Present
First Book   October 2012 - November 2014
Outward Bound Costa Rica  June 2011 - July 2012
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center  October 2009 - May 2011
U.S. Department of Commerce   January 2009 - May 2009
U.S. News & World Report   2008 - 2008

Skills
Social Media, Event Planning, International Relations, Spanish, Event Management, Strategic Communications, Microsoft Office, Research, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Grant Writing, Marketing Communications, Strategic Partnerships, Leadership, Corporate Social..., Cause Marketing, Cross-sector..., Sponsorship, Partnership Marketing, Management, Public Speaking

Education
American University   2005 — 2009
BA, International Relations

The American University in Cairo

Ilona McFerrin Ilona McFerrin San Francisco Bay Area Details
Ilona McFerrin's First Book Experience March 2010 - October 2010
Job Senior Customer Service Manager
Industry Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Experience
Comprehensive Language Center  2010 - 2011
First Book   March 2010 - October 2010
Crane Aerospace and Electronics  April 2007 - September 2009
Crane Aerospace and Electronics  September 2007 - May 2009
DigEcor   December 2005 - March 2007
Tahitian Noni International  October 2003 - December 2005
BYU-UTAH   June 2001 - October 2003
Production and Development Department, Brigham University   June 1997 - June 2001

Skills
Contractual Agreements, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Call Center, Database Administration, Oracle Reports, Oracle user database, Google Analytics, HTML, Visual Basic, RFP Design, Statement of Work, Government Auditing, FAA, Databases, Continuous Improvement, Training, SOW, Sales, Supply Chain, Kaizen, Team Leadership, Customer Retention, Process Improvement, Aerospace, Leadership, Negotiation, Customer Service, Call Centers, Account Management, Program Management, Avionics, Operational Excellence, Management, Analysis, Supply Chain Management, Software Documentation, Testing, Contract Management, Access, Customer Satisfaction, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Product Development, Strategy, Quality Assurance, Pricing, Product Management, Business Process...

Education
Brigham Young University   2003 — 2005
MBA

Brigham Young University   2003 — 2005
Certificate, Global Management

Brigham Young University   1997 — 2001
BA, Linguistics

Ellen Thomson Ellen Thomson Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Ellen Thomson's First Book Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Strategic Alliances Coordinator at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   September 2015 - Present

Education
The George Washington University   2011 — 2013
Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)

College of the Holy Cross   2006 — 2010
B.A.

St. Thomas Aquinas High School   2002 — 2006

Xiaozhen (Jasmine) Wang Xiaozhen (Jasmine) Wang Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Xiaozhen (Jasmine) Wang's First Book Experience September 2014 - March 2015
Job PhD of Computer Science | MBA Candidate at GW | Business Strategy | Management | Internet
Industry Internet
Experience
Hub China   June 2015 - Present
CATAPOOOLT   March 2015 - June 2015
First Book   September 2014 - March 2015
China Unicom  November 2013 - June 2014
China Unicom  August 2011 - October 2013
Chinese Academy of Sciences  October 2005 - July 2011

Skills
Business Strategy, Project Management, Leadership, Data Analysis, Internet Security, Computer Security, Internet Strategy, Internet Services, Data Mining, Computer Network..., Internet, Wireless Security, Security, Requirements Analysis, Broadcast Engineering, SAS, SQL, C++, Public Speaking, Management, Business Development

Education
The George Washington University - School of Business   2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

University of Chinese Academy of Sciences   2006 — 2011
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Computer Science

Shandong University   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Computer Science

Jennifer Schiefelbein Jennifer Schiefelbein Greater New York City Area Details
Jennifer Schiefelbein's First Book Experience January 2003 - May 2003
Job Counsel at Locke Lord LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Locke Lord LLP  January 2015 - Present
Edwards Wildman Palmer LLP  June 2014 - January 2015
Patton Boggs LLP  September 2007 - May 2014
New York City Law Department  June 2006 - August 2006
Boies, Schiller & Flexner LLP   June 2005 - August 2005
First Book   January 2003 - May 2003

Skills
Litigation, Depositions, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Community Outreach, Hearings, Dispute Resolution, Westlaw, Alternative Dispute..., Legal Writing, International Law, Commercial Litigation, Mediation, Appeals, Class Actions, Contract Negotiation, Editing, Litigation Support, Torts, Research, Legal Issues, Litigation Management, Document Review, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Personal Injury, Legal Advice, Trial Practice, Courts, Product Liability, Corporate Governance, Trials, Lexis, LexisNexis

Education
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University   2004 — 2007
J.D., Law

University of Florida   2000 — 2004
B.A., History & Political Science

Miami Country Day School   1998 — 2000

Miami Beach Senior High School   1996 — 1998

Eli Engelbourg Eli Engelbourg Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Eli Engelbourg's First Book Experience September 2007 - December 2007
Job Assessment Specialist, Division of Finance at FDIC
Industry Financial Services
Experience
FDIC  May 2011 - Present
FDIC  May 2010 - May 2011
RBC Wealth Management  January 2010 - May 2010
American University  August 2009 - May 2010
First Book   September 2007 - December 2007

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Research, Data Analysis, Analysis, Financial Analysis, Social Media

Education
George Mason University   2015 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

American University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

Jeff Jacob Jeff Jacob West Palm Beach, Florida Area Details
Jeff Jacob's First Book Experience January 2006 - January 2008
Job CoFounder at Redemption Song Rescue League
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Redemption Song Rescue League   June 2015 - Present
The Song Team - www.thesongteam.com   January 2011 - Present
Big Dog Ranch Rescue  March 2014 - June 2015
The Beat of Life   June 2013 - December 2013
Dark Horse Recording & Institute   2008 - 2012
The Lost Boys Foundation of Nashville   2009 - 2009
Borders  April 1999 - May 2008
First Book   January 2006 - January 2008
The Songs of Love Foundation   2005 - 2008
Capstar Broadcasting  December 1997 - February 1999

Skills
Social Networking, Event Management, Blogging, Marketing, Event Planning, Advertising, Public Speaking, Social Media, Fundraising, Media Relations, Team Building, Training, Community Outreach, Social Media Marketing, Non-profits, Public Relations, Music, Leadership, Management, Entertainment, Strategic Planning, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Content Strategy, Nonprofits, Marketing Communications, Small Business, Teaching, Copy Editing, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Trade Shows, SEO, Publicity, Business Development, Copywriting, Budgets, Video, Publishing, Facebook, Business Planning, Online Advertising, Editing, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Non-profit Management, Play group facilitator, project management, Customer Service

Education
York College of Pennsylvania   1993 — 1996
BA, Mass Communications

Arcadia University   1987 — 1989

Chad Magaziner Chad Magaziner Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Chad Magaziner's First Book Experience October 2011 - September 2014
Job Assistant Director, Corporate Relations at Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts  March 2015 - Present
First Book   October 2011 - September 2014
RedPeg Marketing  July 2006 - October 2011
SCORE! Educational Centers, Kaplan Inc.   October 2003 - January 2006
Alloy Media + Marketing  March 2000 - September 2003
Washington Jewish Week  October 1998 - March 2000

Skills
Sponsorship, Customer Service, Advertising, Program Management, Program Development, Budgets, Marketing, Market Planning, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Management, Nonprofits, Sales, Relationship Marketing, Cause Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Team Leadership, Team Motivation

Education
The George Washington University   1994 — 1998
BA, Communication

Semester at Sea
International Study Abroad

Chandler Arnold Chandler Arnold Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Chandler Arnold's First Book Experience November 2013 - Present
Job Chief Operating Officer at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   November 2013 - Present
First Book   August 2005 - November 2013
The Boston Consulting Group  August 2004 - September 2005
The Coca-Cola Company  2003 - 2003
First Book   January 1999 - May 2002

Education
Stanford Graduate School of Business   2002 — 2004
MBA

Harvard University   1994 — 1998
AB, History and Literature

Justine Keller Justine Keller Greater Philadelphia Area Details
Justine Keller's First Book Experience June 2012 - August 2012
Job Graphic Designer and Graduate Student
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Freelance / Graphic Design Services  September 2013 - Present
WyzAnt Tutoring  February 2014 - Present
Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote   August 2014 - May 2015
Connecticut College  January 2013 - June 2013
Holleran Cetner For Community Action and Public Policy   December 2010 - June 2013
First Book   June 2012 - August 2012
SISTER Mentor Program   September 2011 - December 2011
New London Homeless Hospitality Center  January 2011 - May 2011

Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Research, Fundraising, Community Development, Nonprofits, Public Policy, Program Management, Microsoft Powerpoint, Adobe Photoshop, Website Building..., Salesforce.com, Facebook, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Data Analysis, SPSS, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Critical Thinking, Statistics, Photography, Leadership, Grant Writing, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Event Management, Leadership Development, Conflict Resolution, Community Organizing, Tutoring, Social Media, Public Relations, Philanthropy, Education (TA,..., HTML, Photoshop, Higher Education, Editing, Graphic Design, Mathematics

Education
Parsons School of Design
Data Visualization M.S., Data Visualization

Connecticut College   2009 — 2013
BA, Math

Georgetown University   2012 — 2012
Summer Undergraduate Program, The Fund for American Studies, Institute For Philanthropy and Volunteer Services

Solebury School   2005 — 2009

Brown University   2007 — 2007
Conflict And Resolution Leadership (Summer at Brown)

Joy Brooke, Ed.D. in Education Leadership Joy Brooke, Ed.D. in Education Leadership Kirkland, Washington Details
Joy Brooke, Ed.D. in Education Leadership's First Book Experience 2013 - Present
Job Associate Principal of the Early Childhood Division at Academia Cotopaxi
Industry Education Management
Experience
Academia Cotopaxi  June 2015 - Present
Bellevue School District  August 2014 - Present
Committee for Children  January 2014 - Present
First Book   2013 - Present
Kirkland Reporter   January 2011 - Present
Seattle University  July 2012 - June 2015
Lake Washington School District  August 2003 - August 2011
Shoreline School District  August 2002 - August 2003
Hillsboro School District  August 2000 - July 2002

Skills
Curriculum Design, Tutoring, Teaching, Curriculum Development, Educational Leadership, Classroom, Educational Technology, Literacy, K-12, Elementary Education, Staff Development, Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Special Education, Learning Disabilities, Differentiated..., Teacher Training, Public Speaking, Mathematics Education, Science Education, Nonprofits

Education
Seattle University   2012 — 2015
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Education Leadership - Principal Certification

University of Oregon- School of Education   1995 — 2000
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Elementary Education and Teaching

University of Oregon   1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Special Education and Teaching

Samantha Tilford Samantha Tilford Grass Lake, Michigan Details
Samantha Tilford's First Book Experience 2010 - 2012
Job English Teacher at Fox Creek Junior High School
Industry Education Management
Experience
Fox Creek Junior High School   July 2014 - Present
New Town Middle School   July 2013 - Present
Central Michigan University  2008 - 2013
Central Michigan University  2008 - 2013
Quiznos  August 2010 - January 2012
First Book   2010 - 2012
On The Ave Cafe   March 2008 - January 2009
Kroger  May 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Personable, Creative, Goal Oriented, Cashiering, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Event Planning, Facebook, Teamwork, Social Media, Public Speaking, Creative Writing, Teaching, Elementary Education, Community Outreach, Social Networking, Staff Development, Tutoring

Education
Central Michigan University   2008 — 2013
Bachelors of Science in Education, Language Arts

Jackson Community College   2008 — 2008

Jennifer Kaplan Jennifer Kaplan San Francisco Bay Area Details
Jennifer Kaplan's First Book Experience January 2005 - April 2006
Job Writer
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Important Media  July 2008 - Present
VineCrowd.com   November 2010 - February 2013
Greenhance LLC   February 2008 - February 2013
EcoAlign   February 2010 - January 2011
Center for Small Business & the Environment   March 2009 - January 2011
Green Options  July 2008 - January 2011
Marymount University  January 2008 - June 2010
First Book   January 2005 - April 2006
Condé Nast  March 1998 - May 1999
Lifetime Television  June 1996 - February 1998

Skills
Marketing, Strategic Planning, Entrepreneurship, Management, Social Media, Nonprofits, Corporate Communications, Business Strategy, Market Research, Blogging, Program Management, Marketing Strategy, Team Management, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Team Building, Analysis, Marketing Research

Education
New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business   1985 — 1987
MBA, Marketing

Barnard College   1981 — 1984
BA, English

University of Colorado Boulder   1980 — 1981

Miriam Keil Miriam Keil Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Miriam Keil's First Book Experience August 2011 - Present
Job Director at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   August 2011 - Present
First Book   March 2012 - March 2015
First Book   August 2011 - March 2012
Teach For America  August 2009 - May 2011

Skills
Nonprofits, Fundraising, Event Planning, Social Media, Public Speaking, Editing, Public Relations, Research, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Non-profit..., Leadership, Teaching, Policy Analysis

Education
The George Washington University   2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General

The George Washington University   2005 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature/Letters

Ilona Abramova Ilona Abramova Greater Seattle Area Details
Ilona Abramova's First Book Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job Digital Media Analyst at The Simple Dollar
Industry Research
Experience
The Simple Dollar   November 2014 - Present
The Simple Dollar   June 2014 - Present
The Waldorf School   January 2014 - May 2014
Skidmore College  January 2014 - May 2014
America Reads/America Counts  September 2011 - December 2013
SHAWCO  January 2013 - June 2013
First Book   January 2012 - May 2012
Anderson Eye Care   June 2010 - September 2011

Skills
Microsoft Office, Social Media, Apple, Blackboard, Outlook, PowerPoint, PCR, Mediation, Excel, Tutoring, Sociology, Marketing Research, Working With Children, SPSS, Microsoft Excel, Research

Education
Skidmore College   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts, Social Research

University of Cape Town   2013 — 2013

American University   2012 — 2012
Washington Semester, Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution

Townsend Harris High School   2006 — 2010
High School Diploma, Humanities

Jaclyn Tyson Jaclyn Tyson Edmonton, Canada Area Details
Jaclyn Tyson's First Book Experience March 2013 - May 2013
Job Fundraising and Community Development Coordinator at Muscular Dystrophy Canada
Industry Fund-Raising
Experience
Muscular Dystrophy Canada  April 2015 - Present
Seekers Media   February 2015 - Present
Lloydminster and District SPCA   August 2014 - March 2015
Sun Media  May 2014 - August 2014
Talentell   October 2013 - April 2014
First Book   March 2013 - May 2013
The Sheridan Sun  December 2012 - March 2013
Travis Magazine  September 2011 - May 2012

Skills
Writing, Public Relations, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Non-profit Fund..., Event Planning, Social Media, Community Outreach, Digital Photography, Volunteer Recruiting, Fundraising, Research, Time Management, Organization Skills, Brand Awareness, Press Releases

Education
Sheridan College   2011 — 2013
Print Journalism

Sheridan College   2009 — 2011
Advertising

Girado Smith, II Girado Smith, II Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Girado Smith, II's First Book Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Recipient Group Coordinator at First Book and CoFounder/Contributor at Millennial Social Movement
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   June 2015 - Present
Millennial Social Movement   March 2015 - Present
UMD-Campus Recreational Services   May 2014 - December 2014
Prince George's County Public Schools  July 2013 - July 2013
BookHolders.com  January 2013 - February 2013
Prince George's County Department of Public Works and Transportation   June 2011 - August 2012

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, Organization Skills, Communication, Customer Service, Time Management, Teamwork, Event Planning, Data Analysis

Education
University of Maryland College Park   2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Japanese

Kim Hirose Kim Hirose Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Kim Hirose's First Book Experience 2009 - 2010
Job Corporate Partnerships, Cause Marketing, Event Sponsorships and Brand Licensing
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Paralyzed Veterans of America  June 2014 - Present
Share Our Strength  2012 - 2014
Paralyzed Veterans of America  January 2011 - September 2012
National Wildlife Federation  2010 - 2011
First Book   2009 - 2010
National Wildlife Federation  2004 - 2009
Discovery Communications, Discovery Channel   1995 - 2003

Skills
Fundraising, Cause Marketing, Corporate Sponsorships, Strategic Partnerships, Sponsorship, New Business Development, Licensing, Promotions, Event Planning, Non-profits, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Partnership Marketing, Volunteer Management, Corporate Communications, Collateral, Contract Negotiations, Nonprofits, Marketing Communications, Management, Social Networking, Leadership, Social Media, Proposal Writing, Community Outreach, Marketing, Research, Budgets, Advertising, Public Speaking

Education
Towson University
B.A., Psychology

Walter Johnson High School

Teresa White Pipia Teresa White Pipia Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Teresa White Pipia's First Book Experience June 2006 - June 2015
Job Partner, Chief Relationship and Strategy Officer
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Montage Marketing Group, LLC   May 2015 - Present
First Book   June 2006 - June 2015
RedPeg Marketing  2003 - 2006
United States Department of Defense  2001 - 2003
Clear Channel (SFX Sports)   1999 - 2001
Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center   1997 - 1999
Florida Marlins  1996 - 1997

Skills
Sponsorship, Strategic Partnerships, Partnership Marketing, Event Planning, Integrated Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Cause Marketing, Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning, Email Marketing, Event Management, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Sponsorship Sales

Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst   1995 — 1996
M.S., Sports Management

American University   1990 — 1994
B.A., Psychology, Business Administration

Danbury HS

Jaxson Taylor Jaxson Taylor Moscow, Idaho Details
Jaxson Taylor's First Book Experience January 2014 - May 2014
Job Office / Audit Manager at American Pulse Association
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
First Book   January 2014 - May 2014
Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity  August 2010 - May 2014
Jo-Ann Stores, Inc.   July 2013 - August 2013
University of Idaho  June 2012 - December 2012

Skills
Technical Writing, Grant Writing, Team Leadership, Windows, Microsoft Office, OS X, iWork, Photoshop, InDesign, Conflict Resolution, Management, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Computer Hardware, Event Planning, Leadership

Education
University of Idaho   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English - Professional Emphasis

Sara Silversmith Sara Silversmith Burke, Virginia Details
Sara Silversmith's First Book Experience 2010 - 2011
Job Student at Penn State University
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Dormify  June 2015 - July 2015
HZDG  May 2015 - July 2015
One Mile Up Inc   June 2012 - August 2012
First Book   2010 - 2011

Skills
Graphic Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photography, Flash Professional, HTML, CSS, PowerPoint, WordPress

Education
Penn State University   2012 — 2016
Bachelor’s Degree, Graphic Design

Liana Dawn Steir Liana Dawn Steir Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Liana Dawn Steir's First Book Experience October 2012 - September 2014
Job Key Holder at Rent The Runway
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Rent The Runway  August 2015 - Present
Rent The Runway  November 2014 - Present
First Book   October 2012 - September 2014
First Book   May 2011 - September 2012
Human Rights Campaign  September 2010 - December 2010
FAIR Girls  June 2010 - December 2010
Betsey Johnson  May 2007 - January 2010
Sigma Kappa Sorority  August 2009 - December 2009

Skills
Customer Service, Social Media, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Community Development, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Social Networking, Politics, Public Relations, Salesforce.com..., Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Microsoft Office

Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst   2008 — 2010
B.A., Political Science and Minor in Women, Gender Sexuality Studies

University of Colorado Boulder   2006 — 2008
Political Science

Westborough High School   2002 — 2006

Emily Berger Emily Berger Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Emily Berger's First Book Experience August 2002 - December 2002
Job Director of Administration and Foundation Services at Indiana Health Care Association
Industry Venture Capital & Private Equity
Experience
Indiana Health Care Association  July 2015 - Present
Granite Capital Partners   December 2013 - July 2015
The Indianapolis Public Library   June 2012 - December 2014
The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation   January 2009 - June 2012
The Indianapolis Public Library   April 2007 - December 2008
Greater Greenwood Chamber of Commerce  March 2005 - April 2007
Indiana Youth Institute  August 2004 - March 2005
Indiana Heart Physicians  March 2004 - March 2005
Franciscan St. Francis Health  June 2002 - August 2003
First Book   August 2002 - December 2002

Skills
Volunteer Management, Collection Development, Research, Fundraising, Library, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Event Management, Non-profits, Library Science, Social Networking, Program Development, Grant Writing, Annual Giving, Budgets, Marketing, Library Reference, Information Literacy, Newsletters, Prospect Research, Stewardship, Online Research, Library Instruction, Grants, Nonprofits

Education
The Fundraising School, Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University   2009 — 2011

Indiana University   2006 — 2009
MLS

Hanover College   2000 — 2004
BA, Communication, Graduated Cum Laude

Stephanie Mayer Stephanie Mayer Greater Detroit Area Details
Stephanie Mayer's First Book Experience May 2013 - August 2014
Job Assistant Director, Alumni Relations, Stephen M. Ross School of Business at University of Michigan
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of Michigan  August 2014 - Present
First Book   May 2013 - August 2014
First Book   May 2011 - August 2014
GW Residential Property Management   May 2009 - May 2011
Safe Shores: The DC Child Advocacy Center   September 2008 - May 2011

Skills
Nonprofits, Fundraising, Event Planning, Higher Education, Alumni Relations, Marketing Communications

Education
The George Washington University   2007 — 2011
BA, Human Services, Creative Writing, Sociology

Dover Sherborn Regional High school   2003 — 2007

Monika Lawrence Monika Lawrence Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Monika Lawrence's First Book Experience August 2012 - Present
Job Recipient Group Coordinator at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   August 2012 - Present
Everybody Wins! DC  September 2010 - August 2012
District of Columbia Public Schools  November 2008 - December 2009
Huntington Learning Center  August 2008 - August 2009
Starbucks Coffee  September 2007 - June 2008
Martha's Table  March 2007 - September 2007
Martha's Table  January 2007 - September 2007
Coaching for College   October 2004 - August 2006
Starbucks Coffee Company  October 2000 - August 2006
Heads Up  May 2003 - April 2004

Skills
Teaching, Microsoft Office, Training & Development, Event Management, Volunteer Coordination, Program Coordination, Research, Employee Relations, Event Planning, Education, Social Media, Non-profits, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Writing, YouTube, Youth Development, Youth Marketing, Youth Work, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Grants, Project Management, Program Management, Leadership, Elementary Education, Community Outreach, Student Recruiting, Human Resources

Education
Trinity University-Washington   2010 — 2013
Master of Science (MS), Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management

American University   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education

Cornesha Rajah Cornesha Rajah Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Cornesha Rajah's First Book Experience May 2014 - June 2014
Job Journalist, Writer, Reporter, Copy Editor
Industry Think Tanks
Experience
WHUR 96.3 FM  May 2015 - Present
Aggie Press   April 2015 - Present
"A Different View"   February 2015 - Present
The A&T Register  August 2014 - Present
Martha's Table  June 2014 - Present
First Book   May 2014 - June 2014
CRP  October 2011 - May 2014

Skills
Leadership, Time Management, Public Speaking, Social Media, Teamwork, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel

Education
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University   2012 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism and Mass Communications, Senior

McKinley Technology High School

Janay T Jones Janay T Jones Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Janay T Jones's First Book Experience August 2014 - Present
Job Recipient Group Coodinator at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   August 2014 - Present
Capital Cause  2014 - Present

Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Project Uplift

Capella University
Master's Degree, Nonprofit Management and Leadership

North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History

Aveda Institute - St. Petersburg   2011 — 2012
Licentiate, Cosmetology

Carey Palmquist, MSM Carey Palmquist, MSM Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Carey Palmquist, MSM's First Book Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Senior Vice President of ECommerce at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   January 2015 - Present

Skills
Project Planning, Leadership Development, Event Management, Team Leadership, Lean Healthcare, Lean Initiatives, Healthcare Management, Grant Writing, Speech Writing, Customer Presentations, Sales Management, Non-profits, Supervisory Skills, Listening Skills, Financial Management, Customer Relations, Public Speaking, Healthcare, Customer Service, Nonprofits, Hospitals, Clinical Research, Volunteer Management, Management, Leadership, Organizational..., Managerial Finance, Process Improvement, Social Media, Fundraising, Research, Marketing, Policy, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Board Development, Business Strategy, Human Resources, Community Outreach, Lean Manufacturing, Operations Management, Program Development, Program Management, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Team Building, Public Relations, Training, Philanthropy, Grants

Education
Cambridge College   2003 — 2005
M.S.M., Master's in Management

Conestoga   1978 — 1981

Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business
A Beginner's Guide to Irrational Behavior

University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School
Marketing - Knowledge for Action

Villanova University
Six Sigma Green Belt

Villanova University
Six Sigma Black Belt

D. Veronica Creech D. Veronica Creech Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
D. Veronica Creech's First Book Experience February 2012 - Present
Job Senior Director, Global Engagement at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   February 2012 - Present
Purple Porch Properties   June 2006 - Present
Nurse-Family Partnership  August 2007 - August 2011

Skills
Strategic Planning, Program Development, Fundraising, Public Policy, Nonprofits, Leadership, Social Entrepreneurship, Grant Writing, Community Development, Community Organizing, New Business Development, Grants, Public/private..., Social Enterprise, Policy Analysis, Government Liaison, Place-based strategies, Public-private..., Global Strategy

Education
Saint Louis University   2000 — 2005
MPA, Public Policy

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill   1997 — 1998
MSW, Community Planning and Management

Joan Sahlgren Joan Sahlgren Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Joan Sahlgren's First Book Experience 2008 - 2010
Job Senior Public Relations Manager at The Paper and Packaging Board
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Paper and Packaging Board   February 2015 - Present
Northern Virginia Community College  August 2007 - Present
National Home Library Foundation   2002 - Present
Self-Employed  2010 - February 2015
First Book   2008 - 2010
Fairfax Education Foundation   2005 - 2008
Lynda Johnson Robb   1998 - 2004

Skills
Event Planning, Speech Writing, Public Relations, Non-profits, Event Management, Copywriting, Writing, Community Development, Teaching, Promotions, Program Management, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Research, Blogging, Program Development, Editing, Fundraising, Policy Analysis, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Grants, Press Releases, Public Policy, Corporate Communications, Leadership Development, Marketing Communications, Proposal Writing, Politics, Management, Social Networking, Higher Education, Facebook, Government, Social Media Marketing, Leadership, Sponsorship, Strategic Planning

Education
American Public University System   2010 — 2013
MBA, with honors, Marketing concentration

Mercer University
BA, Speech and Communications

Kimberly Sushil Kimberly Sushil Orlando, Florida Area Details
Kimberly Sushil's First Book Experience December 2010 - February 2013
Job Nonprofit Professional, Novelist
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Self  November 2012 - Present
Adult Literacy League  December 2010 - July 2013
First Book   December 2010 - February 2013
Fuzzy McButterbooks   October 2006 - December 2010
Kaegan Corporation  September 2005 - October 2006
Florida Division of Blind Services  February 2005 - August 2005
Carillon Elmentary School, Caloosa Middle School, & Suncoast Elementary School   September 1999 - May 2003

Skills
Microsoft Office, Research, Government, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Facebook, Adobe Acrobat, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Word, Public Relations, Fundraising, Budgets, Teaching, Capacity Building, Process Improvement, Editing, Adult Education, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Social Services, Social Media, Nonprofits, English, International..., Copywriting, Team Leadership, Program Development, Higher Education, Windows, Event Management, Copy Editing, Publishing, HTML

Education
Keller Graduate School of Management   2008 — 2010
Master of Public Administration, Nonprofit Management Track

University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology

Aesah Lew Aesah Lew Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Aesah Lew's First Book Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers  January 2015 - Present
The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers  March 2013 - December 2014
VNAA  July 2012 - March 2013
Sisters of Mercy of the Americas  September 2010 - July 2012
College & Career Connections   March 2010 - October 2010
First Book   January 2010 - May 2010
First Book   December 2007 - December 2009
Japan Exchange and Teaching Program(me) (JET)   August 2005 - July 2007
International Network for Environmental Compliance and Enforcement (INECE)   October 2004 - June 2005

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Nonprofits, Leadership, Social Media Outreach, Strategy, Program Management, Non-profits, Strategic Communications, Online Communications, Social Media Strategist, Project Management, Collaborative Work, Email Marketing, Content Management, Communications Strategy, Nonprofit Consulting, Public Relations, Inbound Marketing, NGOs, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultivating..., Social Media..., Content Marketing, Digital Communication..., Digital Strategy, Digital Engagement, Digital Media..., Newsletters, Social Networking, Cross-functional Team..., Creative Direction, Management, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Google Adwords, Content Development, Web Content Management, Facebook, Fundraising, Website Development, Online Marketing, Constant Contact, MailChimp, Marketing

Education
University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business   2009 — 2011
MBA - Master in Business Administration, Marketing

Georgetown University   2000 — 2004
BSFS - Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service, Regional Studies, Asia

Betty Tam Betty Tam Williamsburg, Virginia Details
Betty Tam's First Book Experience May 2011 - August 2011
Job MBA Candidate 2017 W&M Mason School of Business
Industry Education Management
Experience
ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership  September 2012 - July 2015
ITA department   October 2011 - April 2012
University of Connecticut  January 2011 - April 2012
China Care, University of Connecticut   January 2011 - April 2012
KUBE University of Connecticut   October 2009 - April 2012
Windham Heights Afterschool Tutoring   October 2008 - April 2012
First Book   May 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Power Point, Chinese, Event Planning, Teaching, Data Analysis, PowerPoint, Research, Access, Public Speaking

Education
The College of William and Mary - The Mason School of Business   2015 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

University of Connecticut   2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Marketing, 3.5

University of Singapore   2010 — 2010
Bachelor’s Degree

Benjamin Bisbee Benjamin Bisbee Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area Details
Benjamin Bisbee's First Book Experience 2010 - 2011
Job National Senior Officer of Corporate Employee Programs at the American Red Cross
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
American Red Cross  March 2012 - Present
City at Peace DC  2011 - 2012
First Book   2010 - 2011
Accelerant Fundraising Solutions   2010 - 2010
First Grace United Church of Christ Wellness360 AmeriCorps   2009 - 2010
First Grace United Church of Christ   2007 - 2010
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens  2006 - 2007
City Year AmeriCorps  2004 - 2006
Hattie Larlham AmeriCorps   2002 - 2004

Skills
Non-profits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Event Planning, Grant Writing, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Grants, Public Speaking, Social Media, Research, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Government Relations, Public Relations, Writing, Teaching, Budgeting, Online Marketing, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Word, Newsletters, Mentoring, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Management, Program Management, Training, Nonprofits, Recruiting, Corporate Events, Corporate Engagement, Corporate Social..., Corporate Fundraising, Fortune 500 Account..., Strategy, Leadership, Annual Giving, Government, Budgets, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Community Development, Engagements, Board Development, Coaching, Administration, Philanthropy

Education
The Catholic University of America   2013 — 2015
Interdisciplinary Studies - Non-Profit Business & Management

Kent State University   1995 — 1999
Communications

Jefferson Area High School   1993 — 1995
Diploma

Christopher Queen Christopher Queen Hyattsville, Maryland Details
Christopher Queen's First Book Experience December 2011 - September 2014
Job Certified Magento Developer Plus/Project Manager at Alpine Consulting Inc
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Alpine Consulting Inc  September 2014 - Present
First Book   December 2011 - September 2014
CDQ Lending LLC   March 2012 - March 2014
Robert Half Technology  September 2011 - December 2011
Freelance PHP, Java, Javascript Developer   January 2011 - December 2011
Atmospheric Sciences Dpt at Hampton University   July 2010 - January 2011
Raytheon  May 2009 - June 2010
Atmospheric Sciences Dpt/Hampton University   September 2007 - May 2009
Alcatel-Lucent  June 2008 - August 2008
Johns Hopkins University  May 2005 - December 2007

Skills
JavaScript, MySQL, Magento, PHP, Databases, Web Applications, CSS, Java, HTML, Eclipse, Software Development, C++, Microsoft Excel, Quality Assurance, Testing, SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Outlook, XML, C#, Business Analysis, SQL, Web Design, Zend Framework, Apache, Tortoise SVN, Visual SVN, phpMyAdmin, CruiseControl, RSS

Education
Hampton University   2007 — 2011
Master degree, Computer Science, 3.4

Hampton University   2003 — 2007
Bachelor degree, Computer Science

Jordan Rice Jordan Rice Fairport, New York Details
Jordan Rice's First Book Experience October 2014 - December 2014
Job Student at UNC Wilmington
Industry International Affairs
Experience
Barnes & Noble College  January 2015 - Present
Abercrombie & Fitch  December 2010 - Present
UNC Wilmington Office of International Programs   August 2014 - Present
The ONE Campaign  March 2015 - Present
Thalian Association / Community Arts Center  October 2014 - March 2015
First Book   October 2014 - December 2014

Skills
International Relations, Journalism, Political Science, Public Administration, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking, Teamwork, Facebook, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Event Planning

Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington   2012 — 2016
Political Science and Government, International Studies, Public Administration, Journalism, 3.863

University of Roehampton   2014 — 2014
Journalism

Fairport High School
High School Diploma

Susannah Burrage Susannah Burrage Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Susannah Burrage's First Book Experience August 2015 - Present
Job Manager, New Business Development at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   August 2015 - Present
Community Wealth Partners  February 2013 - July 2015
The Aspen Institute  November 2011 - December 2012
Altenex  June 2011 - November 2011

Skills
Research, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Spanish, Editing, Event Planning, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Market Research, Nonprofits, Leadership

Education
Bowdoin College   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Government and Legal Studies

Milton Academy   2004 — 2007

The Park School   1995 — 2004

Schoene Mahmood Schoene Mahmood Pasadena, California Details
Schoene Mahmood's First Book Experience 2001 - 2004
Job Community Conferencing Facilitator
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Loyola Marymount University  2013 - Present
Garfield Heights Neighborhood Association   2014 - Present
Loyola Marymount University  2013 - 2015
Loyola Marymount University  2013 - 2015
Loyola Marymount University  2013 - 2015
Do Well Do Good, LLC   December 2010 - June 2012
Community Conferencing Center  December 2004 - September 2010
First Book   2001 - 2004
Mary Engelbreit Studios  1997 - 2001
Regional Arts Commission  1991 - 1992

Skills
Conflict Resolution, Alternative Dispute..., Restorative Justice, Restorative Practices, Youth Offending, Program Development, Corporate Social...

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
B.A., Business, Psychology, Philosophy

Truman State University

Rosati-Kain High School

mason middle school

Monica (Monica Mayk Parham) Mayk Monica (Monica Mayk Parham) Mayk Greater Philadelphia Area Details
Monica (Monica Mayk Parham) Mayk's First Book Experience November 2009 - May 2010
Job Strategic Marketing & Communications Expert thought leadership, content marketing, market research, public speaking
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Market Connections, Inc.   May 2015 - Present
Market Connections, Inc.   2010 - April 2015
1:1 Marketing   2009 - 2013
Quest Knight Enterprises   2009 - 2013
GuruMaker - School of Professional Speaking   February 2009 - September 2011
First Book   November 2009 - May 2010
Xsellerate, LLC   September 2008 - September 2009
George Washington University  March 2006 - June 2008
George Washington University College of Professional Studies and Off-Campus Graduate Programs   December 2004 - March 2006
National Wildlife Federation  January 2004 - December 2004

Skills
Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, Non-profits, Market Research, Marketing, Event Planning, Direct Marketing, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Integrated Marketing, Media Relations, Online Advertising, Event Management, Advertising, Corporate Communications, Nonprofits, Management, Business Development, Strategy, Leadership, Direct Mail, SEO, Lead Generation, Program Management, Creative Direction, Project Management, Strategic Partnerships, Email Marketing, Proposal Writing, Budgets, Editing, Digital Marketing

Education
University of Pittsburgh   1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts

George Mason University   2011 — 2011
Government Market Master Training

David McMillian David McMillian Greater Atlanta Area Details
David McMillian's First Book Experience June 2007 - August 2007
Job President at McMillian & Associates, Inc.
Industry Accounting
Experience
McMillian & Associates, Inc.   September 2007 - Present
First Book   June 2007 - August 2007
McMillian & Associates, Inc.   September 2003 - August 2007

Education
LaGrange College   2003 — 2007
Accounting

Jude Deckenbach Jude Deckenbach San Francisco Bay Area Details
Jude Deckenbach's First Book Experience 2005 - Present
Job Business Development & Corporate Marketing Executive at Word of Mouth, Inc.
Industry Internet
Experience
Word of Mouth Inc   February 2012 - Present
First Book   2005 - Present
Exgage, Inc.   September 2011 - January 2012
The Reading Tree  June 2001 - November 2010
Back on Track Tutoring   1991 - 1997
Mitsubishi Bank of California   1988 - 1991
Shearson Lehman Brothers  1984 - 1987

Skills
project management, development, strategic planning, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Social Media, Online Advertising, Program Development, Community Outreach, Content Strategy, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Social Media Marketing, Social Entrepreneurship, Public Relations, Social Networking, Philanthropy, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Strategic Partnerships, Grants, Non-profit..., Project Management, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Entrepreneurship, Start-ups, Business Development, Strategic Communications, Community Development, Media Relations, Marketing

Education
Boston College   1980 — 1983
BA, History

Arielle Gajer Arielle Gajer Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Arielle Gajer's First Book Experience February 2010 - August 2010
Job Research Assistant at Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center
Industry Research
Experience
General Dynamics Information Technology  January 2014 - Present
World Development Group   July 2012 - December 2013
National Institutes of Health  September 2011 - May 2012
JCC in Manhattan  June 2011 - August 2011
George Washington University Medical Center  July 2010 - December 2010
First Book   February 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Public Health, Psychology, Research, Non-profits, Editing, Student Affairs, Facebook, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Access, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Program Development, Qualitative Research, Spanish, Program Evaluation, Data Analysis, Statistics

Education
The George Washington University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Psychology, Public Health, 3.7

International Honors Program   2011 — 2011
Health and Community

Katie Donlevie Katie Donlevie Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Katie Donlevie's First Book Experience September 2013 - Present
Job Partner Manager at First Book
Industry Public Policy
Experience
First Book   September 2013 - Present
Crossroads Campaigns  January 2012 - May 2013
AAUW  September 2011 - December 2011
inlingua  October 2010 - May 2011
Grassroots Campaigns  June 2010 - August 2010
Direct Marketing Association  June 2009 - August 2009
The Center for International Policy   January 2009 - May 2009

Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Politics, Grassroots Organizing, Community Outreach, Political Science, Research, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, International Relations, Coalitions, Non-profits, Fundraising, Community Organizing, Program Evaluation, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Editing, Policy, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Program Management, Proposal Writing, Political Consulting, Political Communication

Education
The George Washington University   2011 — 2013
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management

Hamilton College   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, World Politics; Classical Studies

Arcadia Center for Hellenic, Balkan and Mediterranean Studies   2008 — 2008
EU Studies; Classical Studies

Karen Wu Audi Karen Wu Audi New York, New York Details
Karen Wu Audi's First Book Experience 2006 - 2008
Job
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.   2013 - Present
aha!Chinese   2006 - 2013
Avon  2012 - 2012
First Book   2006 - 2008
ICG Commerce (acquired by Accenture)   2000 - 2002
A.T. Kearney   1997 - 2000
Procter & Gamble  1992 - 1996

Education
Duke University
PhD, Chemistry

University of Delaware
B.S., Chemstry, Biology

University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School
MBA

Julianne Appleton Julianne Appleton Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Julianne Appleton's First Book Experience June 2011 - Present
Job Manager of Engagement Strategies at First Book
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
First Book   June 2011 - Present
Youth Service America  January 2011 - November 2011
City Year  September 2009 - June 2010
Big Brothers Big Sisters  September 2008 - June 2009
Volunteers for Peace  July 2008 - July 2008

Skills
Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Social Media, Community Development, Nonprofits, Editing, Data Analysis, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Program Evaluation, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Program Management, Leadership, Program Development

Education
School for International Training   2008 — 2010
M.A., Intercultural Service, Leadership and Management

Ithaca College   2004 — 2008
B.A, Writing

Emily Amarel Emily Amarel New York, New York Details
Emily Amarel's First Book Experience May 2008 - November 2008
Job
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
BMO Capital Markets  June 2013 - Present
The Skint   December 2012 - November 2013
LIT  August 2012 - August 2013
Patch.com  May 2012 - February 2013
US Green Building Council  March 2009 - August 2011
First Book   May 2008 - November 2008
United Educators  January 2007 - May 2008

Skills
Research, Grant Preparation, Grants, Sustainability, Microsoft Office, Non-profits, Writing, Creative Nonfiction..., Volunteer Management, Volunteer Training, Creative Writing, Editing, Customer Service, Social Media, Program Development, Grant Management, Line Editing, Online Research, HTML, Program Management, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Project Management, Grant Monitoring, Event Planning, Grant Reviewing, Proposal Writing, Social Networking, LEED, Green Building, Google Apps, Kintera, Editorial, Storytelling

Education
The New School   2011 — 2013
MFA, Creative Writing: Creative Nonfiction

California State University-Chico   2000 — 2005
BA, International Relations and Spanish

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile   2003 — 2004
International Relations; Spanish

Haywood Perry III Haywood Perry III Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Haywood Perry III's First Book Experience July 2009 - September 2009
Job
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
Crest Ventures   June 2015 - Present
The White House  May 2013 - August 2013
William Penn Foundation  April 2013 - May 2013
The Wharton School  October 2012 - May 2013
Wharton Social Impact Initiative  January 2012 - May 2013
Wharton Sports Business Institute   January 2012 - May 2012
Miles & Associates International African Youth Development Fund   July 2011 - November 2011
LEAD Summer Global Institute   June 2011 - July 2011
JPMorgan Chase  June 2010 - August 2010
First Book   July 2009 - September 2009

Skills
Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Research, Leadership Development, Community Development, Fundraising, Philanthropy, Social Media Marketing, Policy, Team Building, Due Diligence, Program Development, Speech Writing, Project Team Management

Education
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Urban Studies

Oxon Hill High School
Science & Technology Program

Alison Morris Alison Morris Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Alison Morris's First Book Experience July 2013 - Present
Job Senior Director of Publisher Relations at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   July 2013 - Present
Self-employed  2004 - Present
Scholastic  September 2010 - July 2013
Publishers Weekly  March 2007 - September 2010
Wellesley Booksmith   March 2001 - July 2010
The Dartmouth Bookstore   August 1999 - February 2001
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis  January 1999 - June 1999

Skills
Publishing, Books, Editorial, Copy Editing, Non-fiction, Proofreading, Online Publishing, Editing, Fiction, Web Content, Content Development, Publications, Fact-checking, Ebooks, Social Media, Copywriting, Storytelling, Freelance Writing, Academic Publishing, Magazines, Blogging, Content Management, Publicity, Content Strategy, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Literature, Creative Writing

Education
Smith College   1994 — 1998

Camp Hill High School   1990 — 1994

Erin Tyler Erin Tyler Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Erin Tyler's First Book Experience January 2006 - November 2008
Job Program Officer, Fulbright Foreign Student Program at AMIDEAST
Industry International Affairs
Experience
AMIDEAST  Office of Graduate Admissions, Executive AssistantGeorge Washington University, The Elliott School of International AffairsJanuary 2009 - October 2011
First Book   January 2006 - November 2008
Peace Corps, Armenia  June 2003 - July 2005

Skills
Grants, Program Development, Editing, Foreign Policy, Intercultural..., Event Planning, International..., Event Management, Community Development, Research

Education
The George Washington University   2008 — 2010
M.A., International Affairs

Miami University   1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Affairs and Political Science

Kimberly Mazyck Kimberly Mazyck Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Kimberly Mazyck's First Book Experience 1999 - 2005
Job Program Officer at Catholic Relief Services
Industry International Affairs
Experience
Catholic Relief Services  February 2005 - Present
First Book   1999 - 2005
Human Rights Watch  1993 - 1996
U.S. House of Representatives   February 1992 - October 1993

Skills
International..., NGOs, Capacity Building, Program Evaluation, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Human Rights, Humanitarian Assistance, Community Outreach, Community Development, Grant Writing, Non-profits, Civil Society, Fundraising

Education
Georgetown University   1986 — 1990
BS, International Relations and Affairs

Linda Roth Platt Linda Roth Platt Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Linda Roth Platt's First Book Experience February 2012 - October 2012
Job Director of Development and Alumni Relations, Office of Undergraduate Studies at University of Maryland
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
University of Maryland  October 2012 - Present
First Book   February 2012 - October 2012
Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence  June 2010 - October 2011
Jewish Women International  2009 - 2010
KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now)   2008 - 2009
Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence  March 2003 - March 2008
Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence  March 2002 - August 2007

Skills
Advocacy, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Program Management, Philanthropy, Training, Leadership, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Grants, Public Policy, Program Development, Policy Analysis, Grassroots, Annual Giving, Public Speaking, Event Planning

Education
Kalamazoo College   1984 — 1988

Marissa Castro Mikoy Marissa Castro Mikoy Dallas/Fort Worth Area Details
Marissa Castro Mikoy's First Book Experience 2004 - 2005
Job Education Reform and NonProfit Professional
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
After-School All-Stars North Texas   December 2014 - Present
Dallas Afterschool  September 2013 - December 2014
Teaching Trust  September 2011 - September 2013
DC Public Charter School Board  July 2008 - June 2011
CentroNia  August 2005 - July 2008
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas  2007 - 2008
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas  2007 - 2008
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas  2007 - 2008
First Book   2004 - 2005
AVANCE-Dallas   1999 - 2004

Skills
Community Outreach, Program Development, Non-profits, Program Evaluation, Educational Leadership, Non-profit..., Fundraising, Teaching, Grants, Staff Development, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Leadership Development, Coaching, Curriculum Design, Teacher Training, Program Management, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Curriculum Development, Leadership, Workshop Facilitation, Research, Organizational..., Community Development

Education
Georgetown University   2006 — 2006
Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate

St. Edward's University   1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Business Administration and Management

Vandna Wendy Bhagat Vandna Wendy Bhagat Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Vandna Wendy Bhagat's First Book Experience April 2002 - March 2009
Job Director, Awareness & Outreach Group at U.S. Department of Education, Office of Federal Student Aid
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Federal Student Aid   November 2011 - Present
Peak State Group, LLC   September 2009 - November 2011
First Book   April 2002 - March 2009
U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS)   May 1998 - April 2002
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia   August 1995 - May 1998

Skills
Strategy, Strategic Communications, Strategic Partnerships, Non-profits, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Social Media, Policy Analysis, Public Relations, Program Management, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Philanthropy, Cross-functional Team..., Public Policy, Management, Program Development, Public Speaking, Human Resources, Integrated Marketing, Project Management, Enterprise Software

Education
The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law   1991 — 1994
JD

University of Virginia   1987 — 1991
B.A., Foreign Affairs and Asian Studies

Kristi Zappie-Ferradino Kristi Zappie-Ferradino Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Kristi Zappie-Ferradino's First Book Experience June 2011 - December 2014
Job Director, Edge Initiative at Urban Libraries Council
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Urban Libraries Council  January 2015 - Present
First Book   June 2011 - December 2014
MENTOR / National Mentoring Partnership   October 2002 - June 2011
MENTOR/National Mentoring Partnership  2004 - 2006
MENTOR/National Mentoring Partnership  2002 - 2004
League of Women Voters of the United States   June 1997 - October 2002

Skills
Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Non-profit..., Leadership, Strategic Planning, Grant Writing, Program Development, Community Development, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Training, Strategic Communications, Marketing, Public Policy, Budgets, Proposal Writing, Philanthropy, Team Building, Program Evaluation, Grants, Youth Development, Public Relations, Program Management, Event Management, Leadership Development, Editing, Media Relations

Education
George Mason University   2002 — 2006
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Non-Profit Management Concentration

State University of New York College at Oswego   1991 — 1995
BA, Political Science

Rachael (Voorhees) Orose Rachael (Voorhees) Orose Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Rachael (Voorhees) Orose's First Book Experience March 2010 - January 2013
Job Director, Network and Business Development at The Molina Foundation
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
The Molina Foundation   February 2014 - Present
American Red Cross  January 2013 - January 2014
First Book   March 2010 - January 2013
Comprehensive Therapy Center  January 2009 - December 2010
Central New York Community Foundation  September 2008 - June 2009
First Book   June 2004 - May 2008
Grand Valley State University  July 2003 - May 2004
Comprehensive Therapy Center  1998 - 2002

Skills
Project Planning, Project Coordination, Leadership Development, Social Enterprise, Leading Change, Public Speaking, Cross-functional..., Volunteer Management, Logistics, Event Planning, Organizational Change, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Donations, Strategic Planning, Conflict Resolution, Non-profit..., Social Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Nonprofits, Change Management, Fundraising, Employee Training, Program Management, International Relations, Leadership, Strategy, Internal/External..., Strategic Account..., Donor Recognition, Sponsorship Program..., Corporate Gifts, Social Media, Training, Research, Proposal Writing, Public Policy

Education
Syracuse University - Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs   2008 — 2009
M.P.A., Nonprofit Management and Leadership

Grand Valley State University   2000 — 2004
B.S., Public and Non-Profit Administration

City High School   1994 — 2000

Joyce Johannson Joyce Johannson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Joyce Johannson's First Book Experience 2011 - Present
Job President, Johannson Communications
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
First Book   2011 - Present
Johannson Communications   1996 - Present
National Institute of Standards and Technology  1992 - 1993

Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Social Media, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Non-profits, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Program Management, Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Management, Marketing, B2B, Community Outreach

Education
Iowa State University   1979 — 1983
BS, Journalism, marketing

Kim Albee Kim Albee Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Kim Albee's First Book Experience February 2011 - Present
Job Vice President, First Book Marketplace Operations
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   February 2011 - Present
Hill-Rom  November 2007 - January 2011
Weyerhaeuser  1996 - 2007

Skills
Value Stream Mapping, Cross-functional Team..., Warehousing, Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Team Building, Logistics, Project Management, Strategy, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, Lean Manufacturing, Budgets, Continuous Improvement, Program Management, Process Improvement, Supply Management, Contract Negotiation, New Business Development, Team Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Supply Chain, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Forecasting, Purchasing, Management, P&L Management, Project Planning

Education
Seattle University   1996 — 1999
MBA, Business

University of Puget Sound   1992 — 1996
BA, Business

Becki Last Becki Last Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Becki Last's First Book Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Senior Vice President, Network Engagement at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   January 2015 - Present
First Book   June 2011 - January 2015
Time Warner Cable  July 2008 - June 2011
USA TODAY  March 2007 - July 2008
USATODAY.com  December 2005 - March 2007
Sprint Nextel  January 2005 - December 2005
Nextel  July 2003 - January 2005
Nextel  January 2003 - October 2003
MCI WORLDCOM  June 2001 - September 2002
Books-for-cooks.com   June 2000 - December 2000

Skills
Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Management, Marketing, Product Development, Marketing Research, Marketing Communications, B2B Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Product Management, Cross-functional Team..., Direct Marketing, Digital Marketing, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Online Advertising, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Email Marketing, Segmentation, Advertising, Online Marketing, New Business Development, E-commerce, Mobile Devices, Multi-channel Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Strategic Communications, Digital Strategy, Business Strategy, Analytics, Customer Acquisition

Education
University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business   1999 — 2001
MBA, Marketing

Brandeis University   1993 — 1997
BA, Psychology, Journalism

rose l. chou rose l. chou Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
rose l. chou's First Book Experience July 2008 - June 2009
Job Budget Coordinator at American University Library
Industry Libraries
Experience
American University Library  September 2013 - Present
American University Library  January 2012 - September 2013
American University  October 2012 - August 2013
National Library of Medicine (NLM)   June 2013 - July 2013
National Anthropological Archives, Smithsonian Institution   December 2011 - September 2012
American University Library  March 2010 - December 2011
National Anthropological Archives, Smithsonian Institution   September 2010 - November 2011
American University Washington College of Law  July 2009 - March 2010
First Book   July 2008 - June 2009
Arizona State University  August 2007 - June 2008

Education
San Jose State University   2010 — 2013
MLIS

Arizona State University   2008 — 2008
9 credits toward MA/PhD

Boston College   2004 — 2007
BA

Maggie Marshall Maggie Marshall Seattle, Washington Details
Maggie Marshall's First Book Experience July 2011 - August 2014
Job Data Analyst at Elliott Marketing Group
Industry International Affairs
Experience
Elliott Marketing Group  April 2015 - Present
First Book   July 2011 - August 2014
Congressional Youth Leadership Council  April 2011 - July 2011
Peace Corps  May 2009 - October 2010
Bank of the West  January 2009 - May 2009
Denver Water  May 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Customer Service, Business Development, Analysis, Sales, Spanish, Marketing, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Teaching, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Fundraising, Event Planning

Education
University of Washington   2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Public Policy/International Development

University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business   2005 — 2008
BS - Business Administration, Marketing, Information Systems

Chaska High School

Tara Black Tara Black Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Tara Black's First Book Experience May 2011 - Present
Job Data and Analysis Coordinator at First Book
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   May 2011 - Present
First Book   June 2010 - May 2011
Island Press  April 2010 - July 2010
ManTech  May 2009 - May 2010
Police Executive Research Forum  August 2008 - May 2009
Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP   June 2006 - September 2008
Strayer University Online  July 2005 - July 2006

Skills
Statistics, Research, Non-profits, Grant Writing, Analysis, Criminal Justice, Microsoft Office, Editing

Education
Marymount University   2007 — 2009
Masters, Forensic Psychology

University of Maryland University College   2005 — 2007
Bachelor, Criminal Justice with minor in Forensic Science

Nelda Chang Nelda Chang Greater New York City Area Details
Nelda Chang's First Book Experience 2009 - June 2011
Job Private equity investment professional
Industry Venture Capital & Private Equity
Experience
GCM Grosvenor  August 2014 - Present
Headlands Capital Advisors, LLC   September 2013 - August 2014
Baring Private Equity Asia  2012 - 2012
First Book   2009 - June 2011
American Securities Capital Partners  2007 - 2009
JPMorgan  2005 - 2007

Skills
Private Equity, Valuation, Investments, LBO, Corporate Finance, Venture Capital, Financial Modeling, Corporate Development

Education
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School   2011 — 2013
MBA

New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business   2001 — 2005
B.S., Finance, Accounting

Deb Wiley Horner Deb Wiley Horner Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area Details
Deb Wiley Horner's First Book Experience 2009 - 2011
Job Special Educator at Portage County
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Portage County  July 2008 - Present
First Book   2009 - 2011
Perry County ESC   August 2006 - June 2007
Montgomery Town Schools   August 2005 - June 2006
Office Team division of Robert Half International   November 1998 - May 2001
Parker Hannifin  July 1987 - October 1998

Skills
Special Education, Learning Disabilities, Program Development, Community Outreach, Educational Leadership, Differentiated..., Applied Behavior..., RTI, K-12, Psychology, Literacy, Developmental..., Positive Behavior..., Speech Therapy, Behavior Modification, Adolescents, Teacher Training, Curriculum Design, Assistive Technology, Curriculum Development, Educational Assessment, Student Counseling, Educational Technology, Staff Development, Early Childhood..., Autism Spectrum..., Crisis Intervention, Mental Health, Behavior Management, Parent Education, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Classroom, Classroom Management, IEP, Tutoring, Interventions, Secondary Education, Intellectual..., Teaching Reading, Early Intervention, Smartboard, Child Development, Asperger's, Educational Consulting

Education
University of Vermont   2003 — 2005
M.Ed., Special Education

Hiram College   1998 — 2002
BA, Social Sciences

Kathryn Duplessis Kathryn Duplessis Idaho Falls, Idaho Details
Kathryn Duplessis's First Book Experience 2003 - 2010
Job Core Knowledge Academy Teacher
Industry Education Management
Experience
Charter School  September 2007 - Present
First Book   2003 - 2010
Post Register  2007 - 2007
Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership  1995 - 2007

Skills
Leadership, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Editing, Curriculum Design, Program Development, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Curriculum Development, Program Management, Fundraising, Event Planning, Teaching, Research, Leadership Development, Social Media, Newsletters, Public Relations, Training, Tutoring, Educational Leadership, Social Networking

Education
Idaho State University   1992 — 1995
Bachelors, Elementary Education

Danville Area Community College   1981 — 1983
Associate Degree, Early Childhood Education

Lidia Soto-Harmon Lidia Soto-Harmon Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Lidia Soto-Harmon's First Book Experience 2000 - 2004
Job Chief Executive Officer at Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital  September 2010 - Present
Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital  September 2004 - September 2010
First Book   2000 - 2004
U.S. Department of State   1997 - 2000
Fannie Mae  1994 - 1997

Skills
Leadership, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Event Management, Media Relations, Social Networking, Blogging, Press Releases, Social Media, Editing, Strategic Planning, Program Management

Education
George Mason University   1990 — 1992
Masters in Public Administration, International Management

Drew University   1981 — 1985
BA, Political Science and Spanish Literature

Noluthando M. Kossi Noluthando M. Kossi Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Noluthando M. Kossi's First Book Experience March 2013 - May 2013
Job Master in Global Entrepreneurial Management 2016
Industry International Affairs
Experience
Freelance  February 2014 - August 2015
AmeriCorps  May 2014 - September 2014
First Book   March 2013 - May 2013
freelance  May 2010 - January 2013
University of the District of Columbia  January 2012 - November 2012
Cultural Care Au Pair  May 2009 - May 2010
Hair Mistress   January 2009 - May 2009
Department of Transport  January 2008 - December 2008
Musica   June 2005 - December 2007

Skills
Management, Customer Service, Research, Sales, Marketing, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Customer Satisfaction, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Nonprofits, Leadership, Fundraising, Public Relations, Community Outreach, International Relations, PowerPoint, Teamwork, Entrepreneurship, Social Networking, Microsoft Word, Recruiting, Business Strategy, Blackbaud

Education
Fu Jen Catholic University   2015 — 2016
Master's degree, Master in Global Entrepreneurial Management

IQS   2015 — 2016
Master's degree, Master in Global Entrepreneurial Management

University of San Francisco   2015 — 2016
Master's degree, Master in Global Entrepreneurial Management

University of the District of Columbia   2014 — 2015
Management: International business, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

University of the District of Columbia community college   2012 — 2013
Liberal Studies, Business

Rhodes University   2005 — 2007
credits towards a Bjournalism, Bachelor of Journalism

University of the Western Cape/Universiteit van Wes-Kaapland   2004 — 2005
credits toward a BA, Bachelor of Arts

The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School
Business Management: International Business, Credits towards a Business Management Degree

Torrey Green Torrey Green Baltimore, Maryland Area Details
Torrey Green's First Book Experience 2010 - 2011
Job Experienced Non Profit Administrator
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
ZeroDraft  2012 - 2013
First Book   2010 - 2011
Baltimore Neighborhoods, Inc.   2008 - 2010
Hamilton Middle School (Fitness Fun and Games)   2006 - 2007
Arc of Baltimore  2002 - 2006

Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Program Evaluation, Program Development, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Recruiting, Event Planning, Customer Service, Leadership Development, Microsoft Office, Teaching, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Training, Organizational..., Research, Public Relations, Social Media, Event Management

Education
Fisk University   1996 — 2001
BS, Sociology

Bethlehem Dammlash Bethlehem Dammlash Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Bethlehem Dammlash's First Book Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Manager, Network Experience and Communications at First Book
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
First Book   January 2015 - Present
First Book   February 2013 - December 2014
Grantmakers for Children, Youth & Families   January 2011 - February 2013
Grantmakers for Children, Youth & Families   June 2009 - January 2011
College Pasteur   November 2007 - May 2008
Students Sharing Coalition  August 2006 - July 2007

Skills
Non-profits, Community Outreach, Program Development, Research, Editing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Project Management, Website Development, Email Marketing Software, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Databases, Youth Programs, Nonprofits, Non-profit..., Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Grants, Volunteer Management, Community Development, Philanthropy

Education
Middlebury College
MA, French Language, Culture and Civilization

Sorbonne University
French Studies

Washington and Lee University
BA, Mass Communication & French

Bethany Moelker Bethany Moelker Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Bethany Moelker's First Book Experience July 2012 - August 2014
Job Recipient Group Coordinator at First Book
Industry Education Management
Experience
First Book   July 2012 - August 2014
Baltimore City Public Schools  June 2011 - July 2012
Corrigan Oil  July 2010 - May 2011
Ministry of Education, Andalusia, Spain   October 2009 - June 2010
LeadAmerica  June 2009 - August 2009
Close Up Foundation  January 2009 - May 2009
Society for International Development, Washington, D.C. Chapter   September 2008 - December 2008
LeadAmerica  June 2008 - August 2008
Presidential Classroom  February 2008 - April 2008

Skills
Curriculum Design, Team Leadership, Teaching, Logistics Management, Microsoft Office, Program Management, Event Management, Event Planning, Spanish, Management, Nonprofits, International..., Public Speaking, Project Management, Leadership

Education
Oakland University   2014 — 2016
Master of Education, Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

Syracuse University   2004 — 2008
B.A., International Relations

Erika Denn Erika Denn Greater Boston Area Details
Erika Denn's First Book Experience 2005 - 2006
Job Senior Publicist at Candlewick Press
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Candlewick Press  June 2014 - Present
Candlewick Press  August 2012 - June 2014
Earthwatch Institute  October 2010 - August 2012
WGBH Educational Foundation  November 2007 - October 2010
First Book   2005 - 2006

Skills
Press Releases, Copywriting, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Blogging, Editing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Non-profits, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Marketing, Content Strategy, Copy Editing, Nonprofits, Publishing

Education
Emerson College   2006 — 2008
MFA, Creative Writing

Hamilton College   2001 — 2005
BA, English

Xiao Kang Xiao Kang Greater Philadelphia Area Details
Xiao Kang's First Book Experience June 2009 - August 2009
Job Predoctoral fellow at Center for Health Outcomes and Policy Research
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Center for Health Outcomes and Policy Research   June 2012 - Present
University of Pennsylvania  September 2006 - June 2012
Avera Health  June 2011 - August 2011
City of Philadelphia  June 2010 - August 2010
First Book   June 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Research, Data Analysis, SPSS, Stata, Microsoft Excel, Qualtrics, Nursing, Grants, Healthcare, Global Health, Clinical Research

Education
University of Pennsylvania   2012 — 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

University of Pennsylvania   2006 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

University of Pennsylvania   2006 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Health

Amy Jarich Amy Jarich Berkeley, California Details
Amy Jarich's First Book Experience 2001 - 2003
Job Assistant Vice Chancellor & Director of Admissions at UC Berkeley
Industry Higher Education
Experience
UC Berkeley  September 2012 - Present
University of Virginia  2009 - March 2013
Radford University  2003 - 2009
First Book   2001 - 2003
Care USA  1999 - 2001
Joint Task Force - Fort Dix   May 1999 - July 1999
InterAction  1997 - 1999

Skills
Program Development, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Non-profits

Education
Georgetown University   1995 — 1997
MSFS, Foreign Service

Sweet Briar College   1991 — 1995
BS, French & International Affairs

Cornell University Abroad - Geneva, Switzerland   1993 — 1994
none, study abroad at University of Geneva

Allison Mooney Allison Mooney Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Allison Mooney's First Book Experience May 2013 - October 2014
Job Policy Communications Assistant at PATH
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
PATH  October 2014 - Present
First Book   May 2013 - October 2014
CityDance Ensemble  May 2012 - August 2012
Envision UK   November 2011 - December 2011
National Communication Association  July 2011 - August 2011
The Eagle  February 2010 - January 2011

Skills
Press Releases, Public Relations, Journalism, Blogging, Cision, Social Media, AP Style, Photography, Online Journalism, Event Photography, Fundraising Research, Photoshop, Youth Mentoring, Corporate Social..., Strategic Communications, Customer Service, Project Management, Fundraiser Management, Event Planning, Event Management

Education
American University   2009 — 2013
Bachelors, Public Communications, International Service

Foundation of International Education   2011 — 2011

Catherine (Campbell) Onnen Catherine (Campbell) Onnen Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Catherine (Campbell) Onnen's First Book Experience November 2012 - October 2013
Job Deputy Finance Director at National Republican Senatorial Committee
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
National Republican Senatorial Committee  October 2013 - Present
First Book   November 2012 - October 2013
Hospice Foundation of America  February 2011 - November 2012
Republican Governors Association  February 2009 - February 2011
Garden and Gun Magazine  June 2008 - August 2008
The White House  January 2007 - May 2007

Skills
Community Outreach, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Politics, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Event Planning

Education
The University of Georgia   2004 — 2008
BBA, Marketing

Andrea Grafstein Andrea Grafstein East Lansing, Michigan Details
Andrea Grafstein's First Book Experience August 2012 - Present
Job Substitute Teacher for the Haslett Public School District
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Haslett Public School District   January 2013 - Present
Michigan State University  August 2013 - Present
First Book   August 2012 - Present
Michigan State University  December 2011 - Present
Michigan State University  April 2011 - Present
College of Education at Michigan State University  August 2012 - June 2013
College of Education at Michigan State University  June 2012 - July 2012

Skills
Student Affairs, Teaching, Classroom, Research, Higher Education, Student Development, Community Outreach, SPSS, Public Speaking, Academic Advising, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Program Evaluation, Critical Thinking, Tutoring

Education
Michigan State University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Elementary and Special Education, Teaching English to Students of other Languages, Language Arts

Andrea Camp Andrea Camp Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Andrea Camp's First Book Experience July 2011 - Present
Job Senior Policy Consultant
Industry Public Policy
Experience
First Book   July 2011 - Present
CCMC  June 2011 - Present
U.S. Joint Economic Committee   December 2009 - June 2011
AP Camp Consulting   January 1997 - December 2009
Lifetime Television  1998 - 2009
Civil society Institute   1997 - 2005
U.S. Congress   May 1977 - December 1996

Education
The University of Georgia
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

Kate Childs Kate Childs Cincinnati Area Details
Kate Childs's First Book Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Commodity Manager at HillRom
Industry Medical Devices
Experience
First Book   January 2013 - Present
First Book   May 2012 - Present
Hill-Rom  October 2009 - May 2012
Hill-Rom  June 2009 - October 2009

Skills
Supply Chain, Medical Devices, Sourcing, Global Sourcing, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Management, Strategic Sourcing, Strategy, Pricing, Product Development, Project Management, Six Sigma, Marketing, Team Leadership, Negotiation, Sales, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Business Development

Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business   2005 — 2009
Bachleor, Marketing

INSTITUTE FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION OF STUDENTS - London, England
Study Abroad

Roxana U. Barillas Roxana U. Barillas Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Roxana U. Barillas's First Book Experience August 2013 - Present
Job
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
First Book   August 2013 - Present

Skills
Policy, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Government, Politics, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Program Evaluation, Legislative Relations, Research, Public Speaking, Economic Development, Community Development, Grants, Strategic Communications

Education
Georgetown University Public Policy Institute   1992 — 1995
Master of Public Policy (MPP)

American University   1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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