Lucinda Sperry
@lucindasperry
Experienced marketing and economic development leader driving community growth.
What I'm looking for
I am a marketing and economic development professional with deep experience leading county and chamber initiatives, fundraising, and brand strategy. I have a track record of launching campaigns and programs that secure investment and increase organizational visibility.
I led the GroWarrenNow 2.0 campaign, securing $85K+ in private investment, and managed annual grant distributions exceeding $150K to support local entrepreneurs. I also secured a $10,000 Iowa Tourism Grant and expanded chamber membership by 32% while increasing revenue through a new tiered membership system.
As Executive Director and Director of Marketing & Business Development, I modernized operations by implementing online payments, CRM systems, and streamlined application processes, improving administrative efficiency and engagement. I consistently produced high-impact presentations, marketing collateral, and digital campaigns that elevated regional initiatives and events.
I founded and operated a full-service creative agency delivering branding, web design, and digital marketing to public and private clients, including airport and state agencies. I combine strategic communication, project management, and creative direction to deliver measurable community and business outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Director Marketing & Business Dev
Sperry Warren County Economic Development
Nov 2022 - Jun 2025 (2 years 7 months)
Orchestrated GroWarrenNow 2.0 and other county-wide campaigns, securing $85K+ in private investment and launching initiatives that improved grant processes and regional visibility. Managed $150K+ annual grant distribution and advised community groups enabling 100+ projects annually.
Executive Director
Norwalk Area Chamber of Commerce
Dec 2017 - Nov 2022 (4 years 11 months)
Expanded membership by 32% and increased revenue 22% by launching tiered memberships and modernizing operations with CRM and online payments; grew event fundraising from $1.5K to $17.5K and boosted marketing engagement metrics.
Founder / Creative Director
Designgoddess.com
Mar 1998 - Dec 2016 (18 years 9 months)
Founded and ran a full-service creative agency delivering branding, web design, and digital marketing for small businesses and nonprofits, including notable clients such as Des Moines Airport and Iowa Economic Development. Managed projects from concept to launch and built long-term client relationships.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Grand View College
Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design
1992 - 1992
Completed a Bachelor of Arts with coursework in graphic design and business in 1992.
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Visual Studies
1990 - 1991
Completed visual studies coursework at Minneapolis College of Art and Design from 1990 to 1991.
Morningside College
Graphic Design
1989 - 1990
Completed graphic design coursework at Morningside College from 1989 to 1990.
Iowa Lakes Community College
Commercial Art
1987 - 1989
Completed commercial art coursework at Iowa Lakes Community College from 1987 to 1989.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Website
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Skills
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