Deb S.

About Deb S.

Top 5 Personality Traits: Belief, Intellection, Connectedness, Positivity, Self-Assurance In my role as a communications professional serving youth and families I am known as: A MINDFUL NONPROFIT COMMUNICATIONS, MARKETING, FUNDRAISING LEADER A responsive project manager whose resourcefulness builds organizational assets An expansive problem solver who moves with ease through strategic and tactical requirements A dependable leader with a proven track record in social media marketing and content creation A donor relations manager supporting annual fund, major campaigns, and grant writing A PASSIONATE YOUTH ADVOCATE, AUTHOR, MEDIA-SAVVY SPEAKER AND TEACHER A storyteller who creates heartfelt connections between people and programs A visionary writer who creates powerful content online, in video, social media and print An adventurer who raises energy levels for families, faith, and our children’s future AN ENTHUSIASTIC COLLABORATOR WHO CONNECTS VALUES-ALIGNED PEOPLE I draw out what others don’t see in themselves. In this way, I build teams and organizations A flexible solution generator who listens, asks questions and adjusts toward success A compassionate, authentic, relationship builder who honors all stakeholders As a community relations champion, I value volunteers as a key to organizational success Specialties: Storytelling, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Authentic Partnerships, Content Creation, Fundraising, Social Media Marketing, Community Engagement, Community Relations, Nonprofit Management

Experience

1. Marketing & Communications Director

   Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners

   Jul 2015 — Present · Minneapolis, MN, US

   STRATEGIC LEADERSHIPProvide direction for the overall marketing and communications efforts, ensuringconsistency with the mission of Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners. Strategically plan and coordinate marketing efforts; develop and implement annual marketing plan. Develop brand strategy and lead rebranding efforts; maintain and update once completed; develop strategy for subbrands.MANAGEMENTServe as point of contact and clearinghouse for marketing communications needs/opportunities throughout the organization. Manage all external communications, including annual report, website, quarterly print newsletter, monthly online newsletter, campaign related materials, eventpromotions, and program brochures. Provide direction and support to the Communications Specialist for successful implementation of marketing and communications strategy and activities.DAY TO DAY EXECUTION Develop and implement editorial review process; maintain integrated editorial calendar for print and electronic communications. Serve as primary press contact; develop and strengthen relationships with targeted media outlets; write press releases and advisories, and maintain media lists.

Education

• St. Catherine University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), 1st: Communications 2nd: Spanish

  1985 — 1989

• University of Minnesota

  M.Ed, Youth Development Leadership

  2000 — 2004