Angela Crist
@angelacrist
I turn complex health and nonprofit topics into trusted stories that drive action.
What I'm looking for
At Beyond Celiac, I advised brand strategy, communications, and digital programs across web, email, social, earned media, and partner channels, while leading a 300% increase in digital fundraising revenue. I also contributed to federal regulatory engagement on gluten-labeling policy and co-created content with the American Gastroenterological Association.
I've led marketing and fundraising for The Marfan Foundation and the Loeys-Dietz Syndrome Foundation, growing e-news subscriptions and social branding by up to 45%, launching educational offerings, and delivering multilingual campaigns that reached 6,000+ participants in 77 countries. Across healthcare, nonprofit, and community organizations, I build trusted stories, partnerships, and systems that help people with rare and chronic conditions thrive.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
As director of communications I advised the organization's brand strategy, communications, and digital programs, overseeing a team and agency partners across web, email, social, earned media, and partner channels.
Contributing to federal regulatory engagement on gluten labeling policy, co-created content with the American Gastroenterological Association, and led a 300% increase in digital fundrai
Worked as Senior Director of Marketing at The Marfan Foundation.
Director, Loeys-Dietz Syndrome Foundation
Jul 2020 - Mar 2024 (3 years 8 months)
As a division director, I drive marketing initiatives for the Loeys-Dietz syndrome community, including yearly and foundation donations, corporate sponsorships, prospect research functions, and volunteer engagement. Create templates for individuals while fostering organizational growth through efficient communication and partnerships between staff and stakeholders. Develop collaborative cross-func
I created and implemented social media marketing strategies to reach specific market segments and maximize community outreach. Developed an internal request system using Salesforce to expedite departmental requests and order processing. Redesigned an outdated website into an award-winning WordPress site that empowers the Marfan community with reliable condition information and community-building r
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Director of Marketing
Sep 2013 - Feb 2018 (4 years 5 months)
As CEO, I built a new board of directors to prioritize the organization's vision and to support a staff of 25 in alleviating generational poverty and homelessness throughout Ohio. I expanded the operational team allowing the organization to grow its volunteer program and strategic development and fundraising efforts. Created and implemented strategic marketing and communication plans to establish
Vice President - Marketing, Hancock County Convention & Visitors Bureau
May 2009 - Aug 2013 (4 years 3 months)
I oversaw a four-person content marketing team in expanding destination marketing initiatives during the 2008 recession recovery and four consecutive years of record revenue. By researching and analyzing marketing data, monitoring metrics, and tracking key performance indicators, I wrote, revised, and translated content (KPIs).
Key achievements:
👉 Surpassed all competing state and regional dest
Director, Hancock Leadership and Hancock Youth Leadership
Nov 2008 - Jul 2009 (8 months)
Worked as Director, Hancock Leadership and Hancock Youth Leadership at Findlay Hancock County Chamber of Commerce.
Extension Program Coordinator, Financial Literacy
May 2006 - Apr 2009 (2 years 11 months)
Worked as Extension Program Coordinator, Financial Literacy at The Ohio State University.
Partners for Community Action, Grants Coordinator
Jan 2005 - Jan 2006 (1 year)
Worked as Partners for Community Action, Grants Coordinator at Bowling Green State University.
Worked as Social Justice Programs Coordinator at Capital University.
Worked as Service Learning Coordinator at Capital University.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Michigan
Certificate, Leading Diverse Teams and Organizations
University of South Florida
Certificate, Inclusive and Ethical Leadership
Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
Certificate, Principles and Techniques of Fundraising
Bowling Green State University
Master of Arts - MA, American Culture Studies
2006 - 2008
Thesis: South African Ubuntu Principles in Cross Cultural Community Development
Research areas:
Race, Gender and Ethnic Studies
Community Development
Bowling Green State University
Master of Arts, American Culture Studies
2006 - 2008
Thesis: South African Ubuntu Principles in Cross Cultural Community Development. Research areas: Race, Gender and Ethnic Studies, Community Development.
University of Dayton
Bachelor of Science - BS, Business
1999 - 2003
University of Dayton
Bachelor of Science, Business
1999 - 2003
Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Dayton.
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