Crystal E. Taylor

About Crystal E. Taylor

I specialize in Social Impact & Experiential Strategy. I build scalable platforms, programs, and experiences that move people, culture, and communities forward.For over a decade, I’ve designed and executed community-driven events, festivals, and initiatives that combine faith, culture, and creativity to foster engagement, learning, and transformation. My work bridges strategy, operations, and placemaking, ensuring that every project is both meaningful and measurable.Through my nonprofit, Get Happy, I lead programs that advance wellness, education, creativity, and community empowerment, serving thousands in Durham and beyond. I bring a track record of building partnerships, securing funding, and delivering high-impact experiences at scale.I thrive at the intersection of vision and execution, helping organizations, cities, and communities turn ideas into experiences that leave lasting impact. I believe community is both the canvas and the audience, and I’m passionate about creating spaces where people can thrive, connect, and be inspired.*Key Skills*Experiential Strategy & Event Activation Community Development & Placemaking Nonprofit Leadership & Program Management Partnership Development & Sponsorship AcquisitionOperations & Logistics Oversight Currently open for work and new clients.

Experience

1. Founding Executive Director

   Get Happy

   Jan 2021 — Present · NC, US

   Get Happy is a non profit organization that restores the quality of life for people of color through health and wellness, innovative education and community driven engagement.I combine strong management skills with a passion for social good, working to create meaningful change in my community.I specialize in + Strategic Direction: Setting the vision and strategic goals for the organization, ensuring that its work aligns with its mission.+ Fundraising and Resource Development: Securing funding from donors, grants, and other sources to sustain the nonprofit’s activities and growth.+ Team Leadership: Managing staff and volunteers, fostering a positive culture, and ensuring that team members are aligned with GH goals.+ Financial Oversight: Managing the nonprofit’s budget, ensuring financial sustainability, and complying with legal and ethical standards.+ Stakeholder Engagement: Building relationships with community partners, donors, government officials, and other stakeholders to further the nonprofit’s impact.

Education

• North Carolina Central University

  Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing

  2001 — 2005

• Clinton High School

  Dipolma

  1998 — 2001

Skills

• Event Management
• Event Planning
• Indesign
• Program Management
• Statistical Data Analysis
• Social Media Marketing
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Photoshop
• Strategic Planning
• Microsoft Outlook
• Leadership
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Word
• Public Speaking
• Budgets
• Management
• Research
• Data Analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Social Networking
• Outlook
• Marketing Communications
• Advertising
• Website Development
• Sharepoint
• Training
• Project Management
• Social Media
• Entrepreneurship
• Live Events
• Marketing