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Maryemma Pol

London,ON

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Development and Communications Coordinator

Community Living London
05.2022 - Current


  • Assisted with planning, production and execution of email blasts, digital signage boards, special event flyers and social media campaigns.
  • Updated website and social media pages with well-coordinated communications aimed at conveying information, generating interest and mitigating negative press.
  • Copyedited, proofread and revised company advertisements, print materials and press releases before dispersal.
  • Took photographs and videos during special events for promotional materials and social media pages.
  • Created social media content across multiple platforms according to content calendars and promotion schedules.
  • Coordinated with over vendors and event contributors, caterers and transportation services.
  • Planned, implemented, and coordinated signature fundraising events, raising over $250K annually.
  • Effectively manage budgets for all major fundraising events, annually. Grossing average $125K each.
  • Managed event logistics and operations, as well as coordinate schedules and timelines for events.
  • Hire, train and supervise students, volunteers, committee members, and support staff required for events and campaigns.
  • Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships, and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
  • Designed and implemented efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorships.
  • Attended conferences and events to stay up-to-date with industry trends and planning standards.
  • Researched and identified potential donors.
  • Oversaw in-house solicitation mailings and other fundraising initiatives by developing and routing materials, generating mailing lists, executing mail merges and managing collation and sends.
  • Supported cash flow management by developing projections for annual donations, sales and grants.
  • Achieved over $425K of fundraising revenue in fiscal year surpassing past targets.
  • Developed impactful fundraising strategies to maximize donations and meet fundraising goals.
  • Offered excellent customer service to donors and sponsors to enhance relationships and increase funding.
  • Attended fundraising events and conferences to stay informed on industry developments and network with peers.
  • Developed and maintained accurate donor databases using Raiser's Edge to track donations, issue tax receipts, and engage with donors.
  • Designed and edited publications such as brochures, sponsorship packages, newsletters, and appeals.
  • Assigned work to fundraising staff and monitored performance to meet targets.
  • Communicated with project staff to coordinate committee-related activities.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with donors, clients, vendors, volunteers, board members, and strategic partners.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve integration of fundraising efforts.
  • Maintained accurate financial records to stay compliant with CRA regulations and enable tracking of funds.
  • Developed and executed creative strategies to promote fundraising events.
  • Coordinated events to encourage community involvement and increase awareness of organization's mission.

Student Intern, Development and Communications

Community Living London
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
  • Gained operational knowledge and supported departmental needs.
  • Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
  • Performed administrative duties and staff support tasks.
  • Planned, prepared and participated in weekly meetings and events.
  • Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
  • Utilized great communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with parties to promote smooth and efficient operations.
  • Displayed excellent customer service when greeting customers and accepting donations.
  • Respectfully communicated with diverse population of volunteers and employees.
  • Offered excellent customer service to donors and sponsors to enhance relationships and increase funding.
  • Cultivated relationships with existing and potential donors to increase donations.
  • Planned and implemented fundraising events.
  • Developed impactful fundraising strategies to maximize donations and meet fundraising goals.
  • Developed and executed creative strategies to promote fundraising events.
  • Evaluated and reported on impact of fundraising efforts to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
  • Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships, and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
  • Led student task group in setting goals and strategies for silent auction donations.

Server, Bartender, Certified Trainer

Red Lobster
10.2016 - 05.2022
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Supported needs of [Number]- person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for [Type] restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
  • Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Delivered instructional presentations on equipment use, focusing on efficiency and safety.
  • Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.

Brand Associate

Designer Shoe Warehouse, DSW
08.2015 - 10.2016
  • Processed cashier transactions quickly and accurately, driving brand loyalty programs.
  • Placed styles, sizes and colors of product on sales floor to maintain availability for customers.
  • Engaged, educated, and befriended customers to deliver amazing shopping experience.
  • Assisted with daily opening and closing tasks to maintain clean, neat, and professional store.
  • Completed floorsets, filled floor, and rang up customers.
  • Drove sales and service using suggestive selling techniques and observing non-verbal cues.
  • Achieved daily sales goal by cross selling and promoting additional products and services.

Education

Professional Certificate - Not-For-Profit Management

Western Continuing Studies
London

Graduate Certificate - Public Relations - Corporate Communications

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON
06.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Western Ontario
London, ON
04.2020

Skills

  • Team Management and Collaboration
  • Analytical and Creative Thinking
  • Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
  • Problem Solving and Resolution
  • Budgeting and Financial Planning
  • Excellent Organizational and Customer Service Skills
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Trained to Raiser's Edge Database
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and related search engines
  • Adobe Creative Cloud Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Premier Pro, Illustrator

Awards

Western University, Award of Distinction (2015)

Fanshawe College, President's Dean List (2022)

Timeline

Development and Communications Coordinator

Community Living London
05.2022 - Current

Student Intern, Development and Communications

Community Living London
01.2022 - 05.2023

Server, Bartender, Certified Trainer

Red Lobster
10.2016 - 05.2022

Brand Associate

Designer Shoe Warehouse, DSW
08.2015 - 10.2016

Professional Certificate - Not-For-Profit Management

Western Continuing Studies

Graduate Certificate - Public Relations - Corporate Communications

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Western Ontario

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