Jennifer Turner
Holly Springs
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented event manager with over 20 years of experience in event planning, organization and execution. Skilled in budget management, customer service, and vendor coordination. Experienced in developing and executing innovative events and programming to increase attendance and revenue. Proven ability to successfully organize large-scale events with a track record of successful budget management and high customer satisfaction ratings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate Director, Event Engagement
Duke University School of Medicine
11.2015 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to develop programming that aligned with institutional strategic initiatives.
- Enhanced workflows via data-driven process improvements.
- Trained colleagues and medical student volunteers to complete high-profile projects.
- Aligned project timelines with goals and expectations.
- Delivered quality projects within budget constraints.
- Analyzed industry trends for growth opportunities.
- Partnered with leadership to craft long-term strategies.
- Secured vendor contracts reducing costs without quality loss.
Associate Director, Leadership and Principal Gifts
Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs
06.2013 - 10.2015
- Developed customized donor engagement strategies for $1 million+ donors.
- Enhanced donor relationships through personalized communication and updates.
- Collaborated with management to define project scope and inter-departmental frameworks.
- Planned high-level special events that raised awareness and generated support for the university.
- Managed a team of writers and designers to produce detailed reports and projects.
Director of Development
Cornell University
08.2010 - 05.2013
- Collaborated with senior leadership to align development goals with organizational mission and vision.
- Collaborated with management to define project scope and inter-departmental frameworks.
- Partnered with Major Gifts Officers to secure gifts from high net worth individuals through cultivation efforts, tailored proposals, and stewardship activities.
- Strengthened relationships with existing donors through timely acknowledgment letters, reports on funded projects, and invitations to participate in exclusive events.
- Planned special events that raised awareness and generated support.
Education
Business And Marketing Management
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY05-2005
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Work planning and prioritization
- Managing operations and efficiency
- Employee training and development
- Budget oversight
Presidential Award, Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs
The Presidential Awards recognizes both individuals or teams who have made extraordinary contributions throughout the year or provided extraordinary service over the course of a longer period.
Timeline
Senior Associate Director, Event Engagement
Duke University School of Medicine
11.2015 - Current
Associate Director, Leadership and Principal Gifts
Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs
06.2013 - 10.2015
Director of Development
Cornell University
08.2010 - 05.2013
Business And Marketing Management
Cornell University
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