Lisa Finkelstein

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

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Community Manager with more than 15 years of experience in Program Design, Event Production, Public Policy and Communications looking for a new position in the San Francisco Bay Area. Established four Colorado charter schools for disenfranchised students Interpreted data from qualitative and quantitative studies in order to write business plans and grant proposals to advance community outreach programs. Managed all aspects of event planning for small and large-scale events Built, managed and staffed large teams of people Created multiple Boards of Directors by developing road maps and subsequently targeting community stakeholders to take on new responsibilities. Formed long-term relationships with local, national and international community leaders and governmental leaders

EXPERIENCE
University of California, San Francisco, dedicated to graduate-level education and recognized as one of the top ten leaders in health sciences research. I n t e r i m D i r e c t o r , A lu m ni Relations, 2013

Directed daily communications, managed website content, participated in program administration, and produced bi-weekly events for 8,500 alums of the School of Nursing. Interim Regional Director, 2012

New Israel Fund, an international social justice-based non-governmental organization, advancing democracy and equality for all Israelis.

Along with the regional board of advisors, managed staff and volunteers to produce a 500-guest fundraiser, raising over a million dollars. Coordinated several 100-guest lectures, and hosted the NIFs annual international board meeting. Diversity Director, 20072012

Jewish Community Federation & Endowment Fund, a philanthropic organization that addresses pressing issues facing local and international communities.

Acquired grants, created fundraising strategies with local and international philanthropists while managing the annual community investment budget of $500,000. As part of a team, designed, fundraised for and carried out a regional needs assessment study. Formulated the results from this published needs assessment study into a strategic plan to present at regional and national conferences recommending implementation steps for advancing diverse community needs. Along with creating and then managing the board of directors as well as a community outreach committee facilitated community leaders to help accomplish outreach programs, and both large-scale and intimate events. Designed and wrote content for web sites and blogs to promote new ideas, offer new avenues for grassroots community outreach and provide insight into the philanthropic investment made by the committees.

Full Circle Fund, philanthropic group cultivating professional leaders from various sectors with the common goal of social change.

Director of Programs, 2006 -2007

Matched organizations and community agencies with volunteers. Managed financial, volunteer and staff resources to maximize the impact of community engagement. Performed accounting, grant management, and human resource duties. Implemented database processes to increase ease of coordination of staff, board, and volunteers. Deputy Chief of Staff, 2005 2006 F am i l y P hi l an th r op i c A d vi so r , 20 0 4 Executive Director, Computer Connection, 2002 Executive Director, Jared Polis Foundation, 2001

Jovian Holdings, LLC, the consolidated office for the entrepreneur, elected-official, philanthropist, and family of the current U.S. Representative for Colorado's 2nd congressional district, Jared Polis.

Organized and managed the $3 million dollar annual philanthropic commitments of U.S. Congressman Jared Polis and established the Jared Polis Foundation with 30 team members. Oversaw the start-up of four public schools and three distinct public charities. Worked directly with the Chief of Staff to manage office operations as well as school administrators and philanthropic-based staffers. Designed, created and promoted professional outreach materials, websites, promotional videos, K-12 educational curriculum, fliers and newsletters.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
National Union of Jewish LGBTQ Students: Annual University based conference, Board Member, 2009Current Keshet: Diversity, Advocacy & Educational NGO: Steering Committee, 2011Current Leadership San Francisco: Chamber of Commerce class for business leaders, 2012 Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Western Diplomatic Representative, 2010 New America School: Public charter school for students learning English as a second language, Operating Co-Founder, 20032007 Academy of Urban Learning: Public charter school for disenfranchised youth, Operating Co-Founder, 20042007 Social Venture Partners: Philanthropic Colorado Chapter, Member, 20002006

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Advanced level in Office applications: Microsoft Access, Excel, OneNote, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Visio, Word, QuickBooks, and Adobe InDesign, and Photoshop Proficient level in data management platforms: Higher Educations Advance, Raiser's Edge, and Salesforce Proficient level in content management systems, social media & brand journalism tools: WordPress, HTML, Drupal, iModules, Constant Contact, Mail Chimp, Twitter, Facebook, Google +, Tumblr, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Pinterest

EDUCATION
Regis University, Denver, CO 2002 2004 Masters Nonprofit Management Project Management and Social Enterprise Graduate Level Certification University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 1996 2000 Liberal Arts Degree, Bachelors of Arts Substance Abuse Prevention Programs, Graduate Level Certification