Professional Experience
United We Dream Network Washington, D.C.
Executive Assistant (temporary contract) May 2018 – Present
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Provide administrative support to a high profile Executive Director; managing day-to-day calendar and scheduling, travel, taking notes during a variety of calls with internal staff, funders, and partners, in addition to supporting the Deputy Executive Director with travel
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Research and provide briefings and memos on politicians, funders, journalists and others, to the Executive Director prior to all phone, video, and in person meetings; in addition to working with the communication team to draft talking points
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Act as a liaison between the Executive Director and others, such as: communication, digital, development, field
Wells Fargo Madison, WI
Regional Services Senior Consultant May 2013-May 2018
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Influence district-wide initiatives through consulting on risk management, team member and customer experience, and develop strategies to minimize and mitigate losses
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Shift risk management culture from a focus on passing an annual audit to foundational knowledge and flawless execution of daily behaviors
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Manage various major projects throughout the region such as: closing of two branches, removal of coin machines, Drop & Go process
Communication Experience
Wells Fargo PRIDE Wisconsin Team Member Network Madison, WI
Communications Chair December 2015-May 2018
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Created a streamlined communication strategy to drive member engagement, which included an events board, a monthly newsletter, and a membership survey. This has grown membership from 25 to 150 since 2015.
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Maintain current content on the PRIDE WI SharePoint site (events, photos, external articles, and other documents)
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Create volunteer, email, and other written materials consistent with Wells Fargo brand standards
Wells Fargo Greater Madison Volunteer Chapter Madison, WI
Communications Officer December 2014-May 2018
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Expand the reach of the volunteer chapter by pitching story ideas, sending press releases, and making connections with corporate communications
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Craft written documents for a variety of audiences such as PowerPoints to attract volunteers, press releases, and emails to inform volunteers of events
Twin Cities Daily Planet Minneapolis, MN
Writer/Contributor May 2011-May 2013
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Responsible for prompt and accurate reporting on a variety of topics, such as: mental health, the LGBT community, arts, and various events in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area
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Conduct interviews of subjects for potential stories both in-person and over the phone, including fact-checking
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Participate in peer writing workshops to receive and provide feedback to enhance materials
Education
University of Minnesota Completed Online
Bachelor of Science, May 2015
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Major: Communication – Emphasis in Organizational Communication
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Minor: Public Relations
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Gradated with Distinction; 3.89/4.0 GPA
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Dean’s List, Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Spring 2015
Augsburg College Minneapolis, MN
Transferred/No Degree received
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Major: Mass Communications and Media Writing
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Writer, The Echo student newspaper
Related Skills
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Fluent in Spanish
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Technical writing, journalism, and creative writing background
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Creative thinker with the ability to see multiple story angles
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Strong presentation skills; articulate and professional speaking abilities
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Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop/Dreamweaver, Snag-it Editor
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Organized and detail-oriented with strong analytical skills; quick response time
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Experience with various Social Media platforms as well as SharePoint and content management systems