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Customized support for your mission.
Nonprofit organizations can be tricky! Needs, resources, and priorities are constantly evolving. As a versatile program and project manager, I adapt quickly and get right to work to understand the problem and deliver solutions. I am results-oriented, focused only on helping you meet your goals.
Throughout my career, I have worn many hats. From conference planning to campaign management, I have been entrusted to lead teams and coordinate projects to meet strict deadlines on a tight turnaround. My diverse background means I am uniquely qualified to help with almost any need.
Breezy Consulting specializes in event planning & coordination, project management, organizational development, and more! Whether you want someone to take over or just need a helping hand, please drop me a line! Let’s discuss how Breezy Consulting can help make your next project easy, breezy, done. Specialized services may include:
Event Planning & Coordination
Events can be an exciting and fun way to engage your supporters and raise awareness for your mission. But events, whether they’re virtual or in-person (we’ll get back there someday!) take a lot of work! Every event needs a manager to oversee the planning process, wrangle the team, and keep everyone on track (and on budget!).
Whether you’re hosting a webinar or a conference, a fundraising auction or an annual gala, Breezy Consulting can coordinate the details so you and your team can stay focused on the mission.
See Portfolio: Regional Conference Series; Webinars
Project Management
Deadlines. Budgets. Cross-organizational teams. Managing projects can be a headache! But not with Breezy Consulting on board to help.
Managing projects often means managing people–building and guiding teams toward the goal at the end of the tunnel. I love building teams, fostering collaboration, and bringing program and project dreams to life. I have managed national campaigns and internal projects. Whatever the scale or scope, I am known for bringing my adaptability and can-do attitude to every situation.
See Portfolio: Grassroots Campaigns; National Advocacy Campaign; Prom Chic Boutique
Organizational Development
By their very nature, nonprofit organizations are constantly changing and evolving in response to the world around them. The most successful organizations embrace this reality and respond by taking an honest account of their mission and programs from time to time.
Whether you’re planning to approach the board with a new program idea, or hoping to have open and honest conversations with the whole team, Breezy Consulting is an unbiased third-party to guide the way. I am experienced in both comprehensive and strategic planning, and I am ready to foster positive and productive conversations that will take your organization to the next level.
Types of meeting facilitation may include:
- Project in Review
- SWOT and Gap Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Board and Staff Retreats
- Team Building
See Portfolio: Organizational Development; Unifying Moundsville
Portfolio
I have more than ten years of experience working with nonprofit programs and projects. Since 2010, I have been employed by various organizations to invigorate their outreach programs and bolster community engagement. I am a seasoned manager and trusted team lead, and I am ready to take that project off your plate so you have more time to focus on what your organization needs most.
I have delivered countless events and played a key role in a number of successful campaigns and projects. Below are a few of my favorites.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Please contact me and let me know what you have in mind! I’d be glad to share more detail about my work history, and discuss how Breezy Consulting might lighten the load.
As an employee of a national advocacy organization, spearheaded the creation and implementation of a brand new series of conferences to boost supporter engagement. Oversaw the development of all branding, messaging, and marketing for conference series.
Directly planned, organized, and executed two regional conferences in July 2019 and January 2020. Conferences drew more than 100 and 180 attendees, respectively.
Skillfully managed each and every detail of conference planning and on-site coordination, allowing organization leadership to confidently step back and focus their attention on other targeted priorities, knowing the moving pieces and logistics had been thoughtfully considered and attended to.
As the webinar program manager for a national advocacy organization, directly oversaw all aspects of webinars from 2014 through July 2020. Vastly experienced in all backend or technical requirements of running, moderating, and presenting webinars.
Frequently developed new webinars to meet emerging needs. Applied innovative marketing and promotion strategies to promote upcoming sessions. Met the needs of the moment and worked independently, as well as with internal or external teams to deliver timely, engaging, and highly-rated online learning experiences.
Maintained positive relationships with internal and external presenters and cultivated a reputation for being organized, efficient, and easy to work with.
As an employee of a national advocacy organization, led multiple campaigns focused on grassroots advocacy and change. Worked closely with participants and stakeholders to coordinate events, workshops, and other public or private meetings. Administered grants, gathered reporting, and served as the primary contact for grantees. Managed schedules and travel logistics for team members as required.
Richly experienced in supervising internal teams and managing all messaging, marketing, and branding to serve campaign goals. Provided critical project management as well as boots-on-the-ground support for workshops, trainings, and more.
As an employee of a national advocacy organization, served as the lead manager of their nationally recognized flagship campaign for two years. Supervised internal teams and managed all messaging, marketing, and branding for print and digital formats. Facilitated growth into international campaign. Oversaw communications and promotions. Connected with more than 1,000 campaign participants annually and supervised toolkit mailings, customer service questions, and media requests.
Saw record participation in campaign events, both nationally and internationally. Collaborated with internal communications and media teams to develop fresh and engaging marketing strategies. As a result, the organization saw more people than ever advocating for positive change! And due to superior campaign management, organization leaders had the opportunity to focus their attention on other priorities, confident the “fine details” were in good hands.
As an AmeriCorps member, co-created new event for Christian Help, Inc. to expand the mission and services of its Career Closets program. The event aimed to provide prom and formal attire for free to teens in need in the greater Morgantown, WV community. Worked closely with business owners to solicit financial and in-kind donations. Submitted press releases to local media outlets to garner public support. Directly supervised the event for two years prior to leaving Christian Help.
Prom Chic Boutique has since become an annual event, helping hundreds of teens attend their proms and formals in style, regardless of their economic background.
As an AmeriCorps member, conducted SWOT & Gap Analysis at Christian Help, Inc. in Morgantown, WV with the goal of helping the organization reconnect with its mission and enhance its programs to better meet the needs of today’s clients.
Planned and facilitated Board Retreat to discuss the organization’s mission and strategic goals for the future. Mediated conversations with the organization’s volunteers, staff, and leadership. Compiled all data, best practices, and recommended next steps. Delivered findings to Board of Directors.
As a member of the comprehensive planning team, a collaboration between the City of Moundsville, West Virginia and the West Virginia University Department of Public Administration, helped to facilitate a series of conversations with city leaders, employees, and the public regarding parks and recreation programs and facilities.
Conducted extensive on-site research and a thorough analysis of national trends and best practices to provide expert recommendations to city leaders for their parks and recreation comprehensive plan.
More information about this project can be found in the WVU Today article published May 10, 2012.