Dawn N. Kimble

4079 Berrybrook Rd Cell-901-438-2272

Memphis, TN 38115

A Driven and educated Organizational Development and Fundraising Leaderoffering 7+ years of experience in Nonprofit Leadership with a record of success in getting initiatives off the ground, planning effective programs, forming strong community partnerships, and training approximately 500 individuals. Recognized as a subject matter expert in program planning and development, leadership, environmental stewardship, and community outreach. Currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Adult Education.

Regarded As A:
Analytical & Strategic Planner
Innovative problem-solver
Successful Program Developer
Team Building Expert
Prolific Networker
Effective Communicator
Creative Idea Generator
Organizational Value:
Combined creativity and critical
thinking to successfully developed comprehensive fundraising strategies
and translate missions and goals
into clear operating plans.
  • Accomplished leader with success in adult learning principles and theories, policy and procedure development, project management, strategic planning, and budget administration.
  • Track record of achievements in creating new and innovative programs, spanning from the inception of an idea, developing and implementing the programs to providing the ongoing support structure.
  • Five years of success training staff, volunteers, students, and colleagues in program development and delivery, and compliance issues
  • Hands-on involvement in creating successful publicity and promotional campaigns, developing successful budgets, financial monitoring, innovative fund raising strategies, and grant writing experience.
  • A consistent knack for being able to identify, recruit, and hire exceptional staffs, and for establishing highly productive work environments.
  • Creative and flexible leader with experience in advertising via social networks, marketing, basic website building, and brand management.

CAREER PATH AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Marketing Assistant Sept. 2012-Present

ARAMARK

University Of Memphis, Memphis, TN

Assist Marketing Manager in developing a marketing plan, graphic design, sales, event planning, execution and research.

Assists the Marketing Manager in driving participation, traffic and sales in residential and retail locations through development and execution of events and promotions, working with foodservice staffs to insure implementation, and the post-activity analysis.

Acts as an ambassador for Dining Services by participation in dining events and meal plan campaigns, helping to conduct secret shops and focus groups; providing general, informal solicitation of student feedback; and supporting the business office.

Creates and maintains a content calendar by integrating ARAMARK’s goals; developing a strategy that is clear, concise, and meaningful; implementing measurable programs; and working closely with ARAMARK's marketing leadership.

Conducts research for various projects throughout the academic year, including data collection regarding traffic patterns, competitive analysis, catering, and retail, customer service surveys, intercept surveys, and Dining Styles surveys.

Executive Director2006-2011

School Age Afterschool & Summer Program

St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, Memphis, TN

  • Developed, and supported a strong board of directors
  • Lead, coached, developed, and retained effective staff members
  • Organized and trained various volunteers
  • Formed partnerships with community organizations

(TN Extension, Brooks Museum, Playhouse on Square)

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
  • Advertising via social networks, print, and radio
  • Fundraising: Conduct research, prospecting, and application
  • Hired, interviewed and trained new talent whenever necessary.
  • Skilled at establishing and cultivating strong relationships
  • Planned, and organized special events.
  • Budgeting, financial monitoring , Maintain billing records and receipts

Vice President 2006-2011

H.A.R.C. 501c3Nonprofit Organization

  • Execute (with board) comprehensive marketing, branding and development strategies.
  • Oversee (with board) the financial status of the organization including developing long and short range financial plans.
  • Formulated and presented new ideas that were implemented and improved organization
  • Formed partnerships with community organizations (TN Extension, Brooks Museum)
  • Envisioned and developed direction, goals, and priorities for organization
  • Advertising via social networks, print, and radio
  • Fundraising: Conduct research, prospecting, and application
  • Skilled at establishing and cultivating strong relationships

• Recruit and train volunteers for specific work duties
• Develop comprehensive volunteer plans that includes all duties from recruitment to wrapping up

EDUCATION CREDENTIALS:

Masters of Science Leadership and Policy Studies

University Memphis Expected Graduation 2013

Selected Coursework: Education Leadership Developing Grant Proposals Continuing Professional Education Technology Trends & Issues Education & Community Adult Learning &Leadership

Graduate Certificate in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership

University Memphis Expected 2013

Selected Coursework: Nonprofit administration and Philanthropy Issues in Urban administrationHuman Resources AdministrationResource Development for Nonprofits

Bachelors Education

University of MemphisMay 2006

VOLUNTEER WORK:

Junior League of Memphis:

Salvation Army - Common Ground Volunteer

The Purdue Center of HOPE, 696 Jackson Ave

Duties: Created, Organized, and facilitatedmonthly events at a non-profit resource center forwomen and children in crisis. Subject matter: outreach, nutrition, healthy lifestyle choices and personal development.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

Association of Fundraising Professionals American Association of University Women Junior League of Memphis

COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE:

MS Office Suite  Adobe Suite

List of certifications, professional training courses, and publications available during interview.