Tiffany Bainter
OBJECTIVE
To advance in my non-profit career with an organization that will utilize my passion for non-profit, knowledge of fundraising, management skills, and administrative skills.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Relationship Manager – UNITED WAY OF THE QUAD CITIES, Davenport, IA
June 2013 – Present
 Engage the community in United Way’s work to reach the organizational objectives by strengthening our brand through
effective communications
 Grow, diversify and sustain revenue, increase engagement and strengthen donor relationships
 Prepare, analyze, research, and review data for use in reports, presentations, graphs, etc. for accounts within assigned account
portfolio
 Develop annual plan for workplace campaign with individualized approaches based on data analytics, history, community
need, and company opportunities
 Work effectively with other functions at United Way to be able to provide appropriate support and value to partners
 Cultivate relationships and provide year-round service to volunteers and donors within assigned account portfolio
 Support strategies to increase giving and engagement with all affinity groups
 Research, develop, and implement across the organization a new professional development program that aligns with the
Regional Vision that will ultimately support the Resource Development team with the traditional workplace campaign
 Research, develop, and implement a strategy for an additional revenue stream that will focus on individualized engagement
plans and aligning donor interests with funding opportunities which will be imperative to revenue growth for the organization
Sr. Income Development Representative – AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, Peoria, IL
Sept. 2008 – May 2013
 Raises funds in support of the mission, implementing special events in assigned geographic territories in partnership with
community volunteers
 Network designated territory to develop opportunities for presentations, sponsorship, team and committee members
 Develop and maintain volunteer relationships through constant communication and respect
 Train fellow employees and volunteers on best practices such as community cultivation, leadership development, customer
service, and job role responsibilities
Account Executive - INFINITY PRINT GROUP, INC., Bloomington, IL
Jan. 2008 – Sept. 2008
 Develop and further my training during an internship and then full time employment
 Network and prospect new business opportunities by finding those businesses that would benefit from our services.
 Develop and maintain customer relationships by providing various customer services
 Consult clients of the use of marketing collateral and promotional products
 Input and manage purchase orders until customers receive products in-hand
Customer Service Clerk - JEWEL-OSCO FOODS, Normal, IL
July 2002 – May 2008
 Greet the customers, promote our stores weekly specials
 Work fast and accurate to keep our efficiency up and our waiting lines low
 Manage complaints and resolutions, front end employees, perform daily audits, and handle money for the store
EDUCATION
ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY, Normal, IL
Bachelor of Science, Marketing- Professional Sales
 University Sales Center Alliance Certified
Graduated - May 2008
PROFESSIONAL & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCES
MISS IOWA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM, Miss America Organization
November 2014 – Present
Princess Camp Director
 Organize: plan and implement a mentoring program for young girls
 Recruit camp participants
 Select fun-filled camp benefits that promote self-confidence, expression, and community service
 Manage relationships with parents and volunteers leading up to and during camp
 Manage a budget to ensure a successful fundraiser for the parent program
PTA, Adams Elementary School
Co-President / General Member
 Organize: plan and set priorities
 Recruit, manage, motivate and retain volunteers
 Plan monthly meeting objectives and build agendas
 Run efficient and effective monthly meetings
 Manage budget and fundraisers
 Volunteer at school events
 Advocate on behalf of students
 Serve as the linking voice between parents and the school’s administration
August 2014 – Present
ASSOCIATION OF FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONALS
General Member
 Lunch and Learn Presenter
 Attend local conferences to continue my education in my career field
June 2013 – Present
SALES SCHOLAR, Illinois State University
April 2007 – May 2008
Communication & Corporate Relations Committee
 State Farm Senior Professional Sales Student Leadership Award
 Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Outstanding Junior Sales Student Award
 Mentor students in the introductory sales classes
 Assist in planning College of Business career fair
 Welcome and host corporate representatives at career fair events
 Organize volunteer schedules, employer booth placement, catering, and manage success of event
PI SIGMA EPSILON, Delta Omega
Vice President of Administration / General Member
 Finalist in the 2007 Regional Pro-Am Sales Competition
 Set up and manage budgets, committees, career fairs, guest speakers, and banquets
SKILLS
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Skilled with computer programs including: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Lotus and Internet
Multiple business disciplines not limited to Marketing, Management, Finance, and Accounting.
Business Writing and Customer Service and Presentation
Jan. 2006 – May 2008