Talia Keller

Fundraising Coordinator @Muscular Dystrophy Association

Seattle, WA, US

As a Fundraising Coordinator, I am dynamic and creative, responsible for securing new sponsors and income, executing fundraising programs and events, developing relationships and expanding MDA’s business in the community. Execute individual business plan to exceed revenue goals. Create fundraising opportunities through various business development techniques including prospecting, targeted follow-up and new lead generation. Leverage existing business while continually generating new sales. Deliver organized, structured, and persuasive presentations, using effective written and verbal communication. Assist in identifying, recruiting, training and managing temporary coordinators and volunteers. Manage fiscal accountability for significant income requirements. Provide accurate projections to Executive Director.Competencies: Drive: Motivated to exceed fundraising goals and quotas. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with sponsors to meet business objectives. Demonstrate the ability to close the sale. Initiative: Measure self against a standard of excellence. Undertake self-development activities and learn new skills, seek increased responsibilities and ask for and offer help when needed. Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively with a variety of personalities and leadership styles. Communication Skills: Clearly and persuasively communicate, including public speaking; listen and seek clarifications; participate in meetings; write clearly and informatively. Professionalism: Work well in a fast-paced environment; accept responsibility for own actions. Understand business implications of decisions, align work with strategic goals, complete administrative tasks and develop strategies to achieve organizational goals. Flexibility: Multitask in a changing work environment. Manage competing demands and unexpected events. Willing to change approach to best fit the situation. Dependability: Keeps commitments.