Stephen Sye

About Stephen Sye

My employment experience is a unique combination of proven client relationship expertise, project and product management. Included in my competencies is the ability to plan strategically and think globally to accomplish key objectives. My leadership skills include: ability to develop strong relationships with key decision makers at the manager, director and executive management levels, that result in deep understanding of the clients\' or internal customers\' business needs. Throughout my tenure in several organizations, I earned a reputation for commitment, flexibility, positive work ethic and fun. Specialties: Experienced fundraising manager with expertise in procuring sponsor contributions. I\'ve been recognized by senior management for using high-touch cultivation skills to secure home build sponsorships and large financial gifts for my non-profit employer. My strengths include achieving results, applying innovative fund-raising techniques and building effective working relationships with executives, peers, employees and vendors.

Experience

1. Corporate Relationship Manager

   Houston Habitat for Humanity, Inc.

   Jul 2008 — Present

   Critical position focusing on procuring sponsorships using high-touch cultivation skills to request donations for home builds and large financial contributions. This position also includes responsibility for creating special development strategies for project fund-raising activities and growing overall mission advocacy.

Education

• University of Baltimore

  Business Administration

• Landmark Worldwide Education

  Personal Growth & Development

  1999