Virginia Yopp

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT VIRGINIA YOPP

Professional and community leader with over 25 years of experience in both the corporate and not-for-profit arenas working primarily in corporate and individual philanthropy, public relations, government affairs, public affairs, strategic planning, business development, volunteer development and event planning. Proven ability to contribute to organizational growth through effective management and leadership skills that promotes a culture of teamwork and positivity. Engaging communicator with well-developed presentation skills.Management / Leadership- Experienced in leading both small and large teams- Comfortable meeting with executives and decision-makers at all levels- Capable of negotiating and executing contracts and other fiduciary obligations on behalf of an organization- Experienced in hiring staff - Manage budgets for operations and organizational assets- Confident managing self and others- Work within the direction established by senior management- Enjoy helping to develop others to meet or exceed their professional and volunteer goalsPublic Relations / Community Relations- Experienced in speaking to both small and large groups- Extensive writing and editing skills- Capable of creating and implementing both short-term and long-term communications plans- Managing multiple time-sensitive projects- Serving as an organizational liaison to the community as well as the official spokespersonDevelopment / Philanthropy- Work with key leadership to establish campaign benchmarks and timelines- Create marketing and development plans to align with fundraising goals- Create development materials- Donor cultivation including prospect research- Facilitate gift solicitation trainings- Special event coordination- Lead key leadership through prospect identification and challenge grant opportunities- Support key leadership in identifying and recruiting volunteers- Creation and management of donor base