Allie Wassel Dono

About Allie Wassel Dono

Experienced Operations Manager with over 10 years in creative settings, excelling in managing complex projects, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering strong cross-functional relationships. Proven track record in leading diverse teams, driving organizational efficiency, and implementing strategic initiatives in fast-paced environments.

Experience

1. Cat Placement Coordinator

   Austin Pets Alive!

   Aug 2023 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   Oversight of the Cat Matchmaker Volunteer Team: responding to email/phone inquiries, keeping up-to-date information on cats in program, recruiting/onboarding volunteers, etc.• Develop training programs, onboarding strategies, webinars, and innovative resources to ensure staff receive comprehensive education, enabling them to excel in their respective roles.• Ensure all long-stay and special needs cats have accessible, updated notes in ShelterLuv, and are receiving appropriate prioritization for positive outcome.• Ensure essential adoption marketing materials (bios, photos, history) are provided for all cats who are eligible for foster/adoption placement, and entered into ShelterLuv within days of arrival. • Build the program to serve the needs of APA!’s cat population, with emphasis on increasing adoption of special needs cats • Work with the Cat Foster Program to find foster placement for challenging cats, increase visibility of foster cats and promote them for adoption, focusing especially on long-stay and special needs • Work with the Cat Marketing Volunteer Team to promote our priority cats, and build creative marketing campaigns for increasing overall visibility for our specialty populations• Ensure all Cat Adoption Counselors are prepared to practice positive language and exemplary customer service to potential adopters for priority placement cats.

Education

• University of Scranton

  B.A, Communication