Sharon Dols

About Sharon Dols

An experienced, creative marketing, communications, and event planning professional who…

Experience

1. Deputy Executive Director

   The Arc Maryland

   Nov 2018 — Present · Columbia, MD, US

   Director of Operations & Strategic Development (20••••23); Office Manager (20••••20). Research, develop, write, and submit grant proposals, with budgets, to foundations and other grant-making organizations persuasively communicating the company mission and programs to potential funders. Plan and organize the Annual Statewide Convention and Awards Receptions with Sponsors, Exhibitors, Registrants, Volunteers, and Honorees. Coordinate critical operational strategies and priorities inline with the strategic plan, including resource planning, financial accountability, and standard policies and procedures to achieve goals/objectives. Serve as Board of Directors coordinator liaison. Develop and implement office management systems for streamlined, effective small office. Manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable using QuickBooks software. Manage \"Together We’re Better\" Inclusive Education Awareness and Acceptance program.

Education

• The University of Connecticut

  BA

Skills

• Leadership
• Marketing Communications
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Fundraising
• Community Engagement
• Research
• Marketing Strategy
• Corporate Events
• Account Management
• Student Engagement
• Customer Relations
• Student Counseling
• Public Speaking
• Organization Skills
• Program Management
• Marketing
• Human Resources
• Event Planning
• Management
• Team Building
• Organizational Leadership
• Customer Satisfaction
• Pastoral Care
• Community Outreach
• Product Marketing
• Social Networking
• Strategic Planning
• Nonprofits
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Office
• Event Management
• Leadership Development
• Time Management
• Social Media
• Public Relations