Vanessa Lewis
Corporate Relationship Senior Manager @Greater Chicago Food Depository
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WORK HISTORY
Corporate Relationship Senior Manager @Greater Chicago Food Depository
Chicago, IL, US
In my role as Corporate Relationship Senior Manager, I manage a portfolio of 50-75 complex corporate partnerships, fostering deep relationships that drive critical support for the Greater Chicago Food Depository’s mission to combat hunger across Cook County. I lead corporate engagement strategies, securing renewed, increased, and new gifts through a combination of stewardship, innovative engagement opportunities, and strategic collaboration with internal departments.Key responsibilities include-Developing and implementing tailored relationship strategies for corporate partners to enhance their involvement, including volunteering and other engagement opportunities-Organizing corporate partner visits and managing recognition strategies to strengthen long-term support-Collaborating closely with grant writers and the Corporate Relations team to prepare proposals, reports, and presentations that effectively communicate our impact-Utilize Stratus Live CRM to track portfolio management activities and ensure efficient stewardship of corporate relationships.This role allows me to build on my experience in corporate relations and philanthropy, leveraging my passion for strategic partnerships and community impact.
EDUCATION
Chicago State University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Marketing
American InterContinental University
A.A, Fashion Design
University of Chicago
Certificate in Nonprofit Management
ABOUT VANESSA LEWIS
Vanessa N. Lewis is a nonprofit leader and development professional with over a decade of experience driving organizational success through strategic planning, relationship management, and fundraising. Currently serving as the Corporate Relationship Senior Manager at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, Vanessa manages a multifaceted portfolio of corporate partners, building and nurturing critical relationships that directly support the organization’s mission to combat hunger in Cook County. She collaborates across departments to craft innovative engagement strategies that deepen corporate involvement through volunteering, food drives, and cause marketing efforts.Still leading a consulting journey and clients as Of-Counsel Consultant with Latz & Company to drive development and nonprofit administration for local Chicago nonprofits. While at LINK Unlimited Scholars, Vanessa held various leadership positions, including the final role as Chief of Staff, where she partnered closely with the President & CEO to guide organizational initiatives, building operations and maintenance, strengthen board relations, and drive brand integrity. She led the development and marketing teams in crafting successful campaigns and events, consistently surpassing fundraising goals.Vanessa’s time at the Museum of Science and Industry, is where she began a budding career in corporate membership, cultivating significant donor relationships and executed high-impact fundraising strategies. Throughout her career, she has been driven by her passion for advancing the missions of nonprofit organizations through innovative and relational approaches to development and fundraising.She holds a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Chicago State University. A dedicated member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Vanessa thrives in fostering connections and believes in the power of collaboration to bring about transformative community impact.Core Competencies:Corporate Relations & Fundraising StrategyLeadership & Team EmpowermentRelationship Building & StewardshipSpecial Events & Program ManagementStrategic Planning & Mission-Driven InitiativesCRM Systems: Stratus Live, Salesforce & Raiser’s Edge
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