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DaevonReynoldsEMAIL AVAILABLEPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEChicago, ILProfessional SummaryVersatile management professional with a rapid career progression in community development, public relations, and events management within non-profits, colleges, and community-focused organizations. Proven leader with expertise in creating inclusive cultures, managing strategic operations, and building strong community partnerships. Ready to leverage extensive experience in public relations, community engagement, and event planning to excel in Senior Manager or Director-level roles.Skills Hard Skills: Strategic Planning, Program Operations, Event Management, Public Relations, Community Engagement, Project Management, Data Analysis, Salesforce CRM, Budget Management, Grant Writing/Research/Management, College RecruitmentSoft Skills: Leadership, Culture Development, Interpersonal Communication, Talent Management, Coaching, Public Speaking, Creativity, Time & Priority Management, English, Intermediate French, Working Comprehension of SpanishExperience Bold &Write LLC / Philanthropy Specialist and Grants Manager November 2023 - PRESENT, Chicago, IL Lead public relations efforts and strategic community outreach, collaborating with the CEO to enhance donor relations and cultivate new partnerships. Manage a comprehensive calendar of community events, grant proposals, reports, and fundraising initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Partner with clients and community stakeholders to implement public relations strategies and secure $500,000-$1,000,000 in contributions, strengthening community ties.Gads Hill Center / Program Operations ManagerApril 2023 - PRESENT, Chicago, IL Directed public relations and community engagement efforts, strategically managing interagency committees on culture, operations, and professional development to foster inclusive environments. Led community partnership development, significantly increasing collaborations through targeted public relations and event management initiatives that expanded our community impact. Managed a $12 million budget across four departments, overseeing the planning of community-focused events and ensuring compliance with grant funding requirements. Gads Hill Center / Administrative Liaison & Project Lead April 2022 - Sept 2023, Chicago, IL Developed community outreach strategies and managed public relations efforts to support program growth and enhance community engagement. Streamlined public relations processes related to hiring and onboarding, improving recruitment and retention through community-focused strategies. Assisted with grant writing and public relations planning for major community events, securing funding that supported the expansion of our community initiatives.Chicago Public Schools / OAE Selective Enrollment Intern & Office ManagerSeptember 2020 - March 2021, Chicago IL Enhanced public relations by creating infographics for community engagement, improving understanding of selective enrollment at colleges within the school district. Managed event logistics for school-based testing, contributing to improved community communication and student readiness. Harold Washington College/ Interim Recruiter/ Recruitment InternJanuary 2017 - June 2019, Chicago, IL Directed public relations and community outreach efforts, leading recruitment events and increasing engagement at high schools across the Chicago area. Managed full-cycle recruitment operations for the college, launching an event calendar that streamlined community outreach and enhanced public relations strategies. Supervised a team of three and led community relations initiatives, improving student engagement and supporting community-focused recruitment goals for the college.
Education University of Illinois at Chicago / Bachelor of Arts: Communication StudiesDecember 2021, Chicago, IL Deans Student Advisory Board Member, actively involved in public relations and community outreach initiatives at the college. African American Student Union Member, contributing to event planning and community engagement efforts within the college. Harold Washington College - City Colleges of Chicago / Associate of Arts: PsychologyDecember 2018, Chicago IL Founder and 1st Vice President of Unity Club, focusing on public relations and community engagement through event coordination and outreach. Elected Club Advocate for Student Government, representing student interests and enhancing public relations efforts within the college community.Certifications CPR License, Food Managers License, Licensed Notary Public, DePaul University Certified Grant Writer