Kirstin J. Evenden

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ABOUT KIRSTIN J. EVENDEN

Senior Non-profit Executive with exceptional management and collaboration skills. 12 years progressive experience in CEO and leadership roles and 29 years total experience in the sector. In-depth experience working with non profit boards, as well as in finance and HR management to meet institutional goals. Passionate about life-long learning, the storytelling power of historic places, and the role of cultural sites and landscapes in climate action, community building and community wellness. Proven track record in developing and executing on strategic plans and building teams through organizational change for the long term. Significant experience leading the development and sustainability of a National and Provincial historic site through community engagement, unique and diverse programming, operations, exhibitions, digital strategies, successful events, as well growing partnerships and revenues, while meeting measurable business plan outcomes and the diverse and evolving needs of donors, funders and key stakeholders. • Proven track record collaborating with organizational founders, leaders, boards, executive teams, donors, government agencies and corporate partners to build relationships that further the institution’s fundraising and development goals and mission.• Significant leadership experience in managing complex team of curatorial, communications and fund development professionals, with diverse stakeholders and funding sources• In depth experience of strategic communications, fundraising and special events management (developing and working with donor groups and volunteers to lead event planning, recognition planning, and stewardship)• Successful development and execution of individual donor campaigns, corporate sponsorship, and grants funding• Strong capacity in strategic planning, financial management, and working with endowments• Confident in proven ability to motivate staff and lead development/implementation of visionary strategic and business plan with concrete outcomes based on plan goals and community feedback• Extensive experience managing the development of marketing & communications strategies, across multi media platforms, to increase community engagement, address changing public expectations, and grow revenues