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Kathy McCadden

@kathymccadden

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Ops & strategy leader focused on clarity, collaboration, and thoughtful, behind-the-scenes impact.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a fully remote role in operations, strategy, or program management. I’m collaborative, hands-on, and known for being kind, clear, and easy to work with. I love bringing structure to complex work, jumping in to support where needed, and helping teams run smoothly in mission-driven, people-first environments.

I’m an operations and strategy professional with a strong track record of leading cross-functional projects, streamlining systems, and driving impact in fast-paced, mission-driven organizations. I specialize in bringing clarity to complexity—building thoughtful, scalable processes that help teams work more efficiently and collaboratively.

My experience spans multimillion-dollar fundraising efforts, large-scale event management, cross-departmental alignment, and process improvement across operations and internal systems. I thrive in roles that balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, and I’m energized by environments that value people, purpose, and creativity.

Outside of work, I’m a visual artist who paints as a personal, grounding outlet. I bring that same intentionality, curiosity, and care into the way I show up professionally—with a people-first mindset and a focus on meaningful impact.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Director of Development

Current

Arch Grants

May 2024 - Present (1 year)

Spearheads $4M in annual fundraising efforts by optimizing donor engagement and operational workflows. Collaborates with leadership to develop fundraising plans and leads execution of large-scale events. Implements workflow automation tools to enhance team efficiency and financial tracking.

Donor Engagement Event Management Workflow Automation Strategic Planning Performance Metrics Cross Functional Collaboration Salesforce Budgeting Compliance Fundraising

Director of Donor & Alumni Relations

LaunchCode

Feb 2019 - Apr 2024 (5 years 2 months)

Developed multi-channel fundraising strategies, increasing contributions and corporate sponsorships. Collaborated with leadership to create campaign strategies and enhance donor tracking through CRM improvements.

Funding Strategies Project Management CRM Vendor Management Data Analysis Communication Budgeting Campaign Development

Events Manager

Beyond Housing

Jul 2017 - Dec 2017 (5 months)

Managed event budgets and coordinated sponsorships for events hosting up to 200 attendees. Implemented cost control measures and ensured effective event execution through teamwork.

Event Management Budgeting Team Coordination Cost Control Communication Stakeholder Engagement Cross Functional Collaboration

Development Specialist

Unleashing Potential

Aug 2013 - Aug 2017 (4 years)

Led planning and execution of public events and founded the Young Professionals Board to enhance community engagement. Managed direct mail campaigns targeting thousands of stakeholders.

Event Planning Community Engagement Direct Mail Stakeholder Management Team Collaboration Project Management Communication Fundraising Public Relations Marketing

Development Coordinator

Mercy Health Foundation

Dec 2009 - Aug 2013 (3 years 8 months)

Coordinated development efforts to raise awareness and funding through events and donor campaigns. Managed donor communications and organized strategic meetings to support campaign execution.

Event Management Strategic Planning Fundraising Team Collaboration Campaign Execution Stakeholder Engagement Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Washington University

Master of Arts, Nonprofit Management

2013 - 2015

Completed a Master of Arts in Nonprofit Management, focusing on the principles and practices essential for effective leadership in nonprofit organizations.

University of Dayton

Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations and Marketing

2005 - 2009

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Marketing, emphasizing communication strategies and marketing principles to effectively engage audiences.