Lisa Sanchez
Vancouver
Summary
Personable and driven individual with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Possesses strong understanding of donor engagement and relationship-building, coupled with skills in event planning and social media management. Committed to making meaningful impact by securing vital resources for important causes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Officer, Events
Cystic Fibrosis Canada
01.2024 - Current
- Leading successful national and local events such as the Walk to Make CF History (raised2.3 Million), GearUp4CF (raised $173,000), and 65 Roses Gala (raising $300,000) driving growth in participants, committees, fundraising, and sponsorships
- Tracking event revenue, donor data, and campaign performance using CRM software to ensuring accurate reporting and growth opportunities
- Developing backend materials including branding, websites, guides, fundraising incentives and messaging for seamless event execution
- Recruiting, training, and managing volunteers, increasing volunteer retention and satisfaction
- Managing provincial social media accounts across Canada, engaging stakeholders and amplifying brand presence
- Managing donor communications through event and quarterly newsletters to more than 20,000 contacts across Canada
- Researching various software services to better improve workplace procedures and make tasks more manageable
- Utilizing CRM and segmentation tactics to recruit and retain donors, enhancing support and contributions
- Processing all revenue including donations, sponsorship, gift in kind, and tribute donations for the BC region
- Maintaining strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Enhancing communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Establishing effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
Coordinator, Fund Development & Administration
Cystic Fibrosis Canada
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Led successful events like GearUp4CF, driving participant growth, fundraising, and sponsorships
- Developed backend materials including websites, guides, and messaging for seamless event execution
- Recruited, trained, and managed community coordinators and volunteers
- Managed BC social media content and newsletters, engaging stakeholders and amplifying mission and brand
- Built and updated drag and drop websites for events
- Oversaw third-party events and improved revenue processes
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Gathered and organized materials to support both event and in office operations.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Enhanced donor satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
Event Coordinator (Canada Summer Jobs Program)
Cystic Fibrosis Canada
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Secured gift in kind and cash sponsorship for local events
- Executed local event logistics
- Assisted with case marketing relationships in BC
- Steward existing and new donors to participate in monthly donations and major gifts
Research Assistant (Canada Summer Jobs Program)
Queen’s University, Centre of Environmental Health Equity (CEHE)
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Analyzed and systematically organized archival documents
- Conducted in-person qualitative interviews for a research project
- Research topics such as housing, Indigenous rights, and police interactions in Vancouver BC
Education
Certificate in Business (CIB) -
Smith School of Business at Queen’s University
07.2022
Bachelor of Arts Honours (BAH) - Sociology Major, Health Studies Minor
Queen’s University
04.2022
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Donor-centric communications and care
- Digital & email marketing
- Team Collaboration
- Analytical Report Development
- Strategic planning
- Innovation and creativity
- Community relations
- Team collaboration
- Event planning
- Nonprofit Communications Expertise
- Donation solicitation
Hobbies and Interests
Love for travel, arts, jewelry design and puzzles.
Certification
Fundamentals of Fundraising, Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP): Comprehensive fundraising plan that integrates donor engagement, marketing, relationship-building, ethical practices, and solid management to ensure transparent and successful fundraising.
W. Vernie Reed Scholarship, Liuna: A fund which supports undergraduate students involved in their communities and dedicated to advancing social justice issues. This scholarship recognizes a commitment to community service and future leadership.
Timeline
Officer, Events
Cystic Fibrosis Canada
01.2024 - Current
Coordinator, Fund Development & Administration
Cystic Fibrosis Canada
08.2022 - 01.2024
Event Coordinator (Canada Summer Jobs Program)
Cystic Fibrosis Canada
06.2022 - 08.2022
Research Assistant (Canada Summer Jobs Program)
Queen’s University, Centre of Environmental Health Equity (CEHE)
04.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts Honours (BAH) - Sociology Major, Health Studies Minor
Queen’s University
Certificate in Business (CIB) -
Smith School of Business at Queen’s University
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