Cynthia Lauren

Santa Monica, CA

310 828 6979

cthialauren@hotmail.com

Innovative and entrepreneurial leader of nonprofit agency: driving force behind the reorganization and revitalization of voluntary health agency. Created series of new programs and income streams to increase organizational capacity, reach patients, physicians and corporate partners. Increased membership, national profile and awareness and public standing. Established creative new programs and outreach materials: reimagined educational and informational products aimed at patient and physician education. Reworked and expanded website to attract, provide and track opportunities for community and professional education and interaction. Created greatest increase in revenue and reporting standards: with critical strategic insights and practical business operation applications including federal, state and local regulations. Streamlined and improved operational efficiency and transparent financial reporting. Expanded donor base, developed strategic partnerships and external support, while maintaining productive work environment for employees and volunteers. Areas of Expertise
Brand Development Planned Giving & Major Gifts Product Development Comprehensive Revenue Generation Leadership Public Speaking and Media Relations Corporate & Foundation Sponsorships Website Development Grant Identification &Procurement Financial Planning Volunteer Development Organizational Growth Strategic Planning Program Development & Implementation Nonprofit Management Consultation _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Professional Background Ehlers-Danlos National Foundation, Los Angeles, CA Leading International VHO for Ehlers Danlos Syndrome President/CEO, 2005-2010 2004- 9/2010

Drives Syndrome awareness, education, community support and research initiatives. Creates overall strategic goals and implementation programs. Responsible for creation of innovative approaches to generate income, endowment funds, membership growth and volunteer development. Creates overall business strategies, vision and direction for members, Board of Directors, Professional Advisory Network. Manages entire company P & L, operations, including membership, advertising, website development, communications, corporate partnerships, Board development. Spearheads growth initiatives, constituent expansion, new revenue sources, public and private partnerships. Reorganized finances; reduced debt by over 40%; increased memberships, revenue, funding partnerships, and outside income streams Increased professional association and affiliations, Created senior level volunteer management and leadership teams Envisioned, designed and produced new website, resulting in 100% increase in web traffic, Alexa ratings, advertising Expanded online presence via social networking, advocacy partnerships, driving

Director of Development

2004-2005

Created all income and revenue generating programs for national nonprofit. Programs include major gifts, planned giving, annual fund, special target initiatives, membership growth and retention, community outreach and board and professional development. Established corporate sponsorships. Foundation support, professional associations and memberships. Responsible for all communications including quarterly newsletter, electronic newsletters, national conference management. Revamped and expanded membership policies, resulting in 30% membership growth Created new series of brochures, PSAs and communications guides The Scleroderma Foundation Los Angeles, CA Executive Director, Southern California Chapter Established chapter of non-profit foundation to support patients with Scleroderma connective tissue disease, educate the public and promote research. Attained highest grossing U.S. chapter status. Initiated and instituted strategic policies, procedures and financial management plans. Directed all fundraising programs, fostered relationships with donors and created support groups, managed staff and volunteers in office setting. Expanded support group network and launched first Spanish language group. Doubled number of educational events and collaborated with outside events, raising income and awareness for Foundation. Established annual walkathon, which was profitable in its inaugural year and doubled its profit in its second year. The Los Angeles Breast Cancer Alliance Los Angeles, CA Executive Director, Los Angeles Chapter Directed strategic planning, financial management and marketing initiatives of non-profit Alliance, as the nonprofits first Executive Director and first paid staff member. Increased membership by 50% and secured $100K in grants. Developed advocacy, education and community involvement programs. Established office policies and procedures. Hosted community educational events. Involved Board Members in functional areas of Alliance, utilizing their individual strengths and enriching their experience with the organization. Westside Family Health Center Santa Monica, CA Assistant Director of Development Raised $300K+ through strategic marketing, public relations and special event initiatives. Secured donations and led complete refurbishment of the Centers physical plant. Collaborated with pharmaceutical companies to provide medicines to low-income patients. Created and produced program for mobile pediatric dental clinic to serve the local community. 2002-2004

2001-2002

1999-2001

International Medical Corps (IMC), Los Angeles, CA International Recruiter

1998-1999

Managed recruitment of medical personnel for international relief programs in Albania, Bosnia, Kosovo and Macedonia. Maintained an international staff of 200, drafting job descriptions and interviewing applicants. Coordinated benefit programs, conducted performance reviews, maintained employee records and administered payroll. Managed all travel requirements, including inoculations, visas and documentation.

Professional Development & Community Involvement

California Womens Law Council, Blue Ribbon Panel Member 1999-Present American Cancer Society, Volunteer Trainer 1994-Present, Recipient, Service Award 2006 U.S. Army Medical Research & Material Command, Senior Reviewer 1995-2001 University of California Institutional Review Board, Member 1995-1998 University of California Breast Cancer Research Program, Reviewer 1996-1997 National Breast Cancer Coalition, Project LEAD Graduate & Member 1995 Invited Panel Participant, Dept. of Defense Era of Hope Cancer Project 1995-2008 National HIPAA Compliance Certification Course 2005 GiGis Organics, Board member 2006-present ECI Networks, Board of Directors, 2009-present Garland Ranch rescue volunteer 2008-present Board of Directors, Young Actors Project, 2009-present

Education University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA Certificate, Exercise Physiology Bowdoin College, Brunswick, ME 1977 Bachelor of Arts, Political Science 1989

NonProfit Consultancy Office of the Mayor, Antonio Villaraigosa Feral Cat Caretakers Kitten Rescue Manfred Muller, Artist Nancy Louise Jones, Artist Grayhorse Framing Design Printing LaurenAssociates Fundraising Events, 2009 Business Plans and Fundraising 2008-present Fundraising, Strategic Planning 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Grant preparation, 2009 Sponsorship solicitation, 2009 Business Planning, 2008-present Marketing, Business expansion, PR 2009-present Not- for -Profit Consultancy -current