Asha B.

About Asha B.

I am a dedicated nonprofit leader driving meaningful change through data-driven strategies centered around equity and inclusion. Over the past decade, I have honed my skills across various sectors, including social services, K-12 and secondary education, fundraising, marketing & communications, and the medical field.My expertise focuses on organizational development including, but not limited to strategic planning, development, marketing and communications, board development, operations and program management. I excel at creating and optimizing processes for maximum efficiency. I am passionate about empowering the historically marginalized, and I lean into Community Centric Fundraising (CCF) principles and practices. I thrive in fostering organizational growth and development, using my knowledge and experience to create lasting impact. As a strong advocate for my community, I am committed to make a positive difference to those around me.With a Master\'s degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology, I bring a unique perspective to the nonprofit landscape, blending data-driven insights with a deep understanding of human behavior and organizational dynamics. Together, these elements allow me to drive meaningful change and contribute to a more equitable and inclusive society. Let\'s connect and explore how we can collaborate to make a lasting impact in the nonprofit sector and beyond.

Experience

1. Senior Development Director

   College Possible

   Jun 2022 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   At College Possible Washington, I hold a leadership role in overseeing external relations, which includes development, marketing, and communications. In this capacity, my responsibilities encompass a range of strategic initiatives. I am responsible for developing annual revenue goals, and preparing a comprehensive fundraising plan. I take pride in designing inclusive and community-centric events that not only raise awareness about our mission but also provide valuable stewardship opportunities. I work closely alongside funders to align our goals and objectives, ensuring that our funding and partnership goals are achieved. I create opportunities for our board members, staff, and coaches to engage meaningfully with our community partners. My responsibilities extend to managing multi-year and annual grant awards. In the realm of marketing and communications, I oversee various initiatives, including the management of social media platforms, the creation of news articles, and the development of ongoing community communication pieces.

Education

• Bellevue College

  Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS)

  1996 — 2000

• Walden University

  MS Psychology, Industrial Organizational Psychology

  2013 — 2014

• Liberty University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology

  2004 — 2007

Skills

• Microsoft Word
• Program Management
• Leadership
• Grant Writing
• Program Development
• Team Building
• Leadership Development
• Teaching
• Event Planning
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Nonprofits
• Strategic Planning
• Fundraising
• Grants
• Social Services
• Project Management
• Event Management
• Staff Development
• Organizational Development
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Volunteer Management
• Social Media
• Outlook
• Public Speaking
• Coaching
• Conflict Resolution
• Higher Education
• Marketing Communications
• Process Improvement
• Non-Profits