Nikki Willison

Provided logistic, financial, communication, and planning support for around 10 high-profile university and student milestone events, numerous Dean priority events, and multiple medical lecture series. Led departmental board of director meetings and collaborated with various teams to finalize event details and create materials.

Developed research reports and prepared donor biographies for presidential priorities, gift officers, and key donor meetings. Maintained and updated donor records in Raiser Edge, and collected and analyzed data to provide timely updates and handle special requests.

Determined the need for and executed a clean-up of the company's extensive CRM database, including running and analyzing reports, categorizing contacts, and updating businesses. Identified obstacles and developed new systems to improve project flow, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.

Managed giving societies and associated events to maximize impact and effectiveness. Assisted and drove the planning, coordination, and implementation of major-donor visits and special events, while also managing and maintaining budgets.

Supported the training and professional development of 10 hotline advocates, ensuring they were up-to-date on the latest resources and crisis intervention training. Trained staff on technical systems and provided troubleshooting for tech issues.

Designed an online fundraising campaign and direct mail appeal, which resulted in a 2-year grant. Managed the strategy, planning, and execution of numerous client meetings, conferences, and events.

Provided administrative support to the President, CEO, and senior management team. Planned and managed various events, including board meetings, donor appreciation events, and galas, and hosted train-the-trainer events for project staff.

Served as a member of the core leadership team responsible for HR, IT, and administrative functions at the crisis intervention center, shelter, and resale shop. Managed events, conferences, and meetings, and supported fundraising efforts for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Managed commodities trading and quality control testing for a green coffee importer. Balanced daily inventory and commodity futures for hedging investment positions.

Provided administrative support, assisted with the facilitation of trade operations, coordinated shipments, and oversaw the quality control process for green coffee beans. Acted as a liaison between various stakeholders, including suppliers, roasters, and traders.

Assisted with various marketing initiatives to promote activities and events such as wakeboarding, motocross, skateboarding, and rock climbing. Planned and promoted concerts, wakeboarding tournaments, and other events, and supported corporate sponsorship contacts with event logistics.