Skot G.

Pare
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64 Brookview Rd
Windham, NH 03087
603-818-8175
spdd8170@westpost.net

Effective Organizational Development

Fundraising - Donor Relations - Non-Profit Development - Marketing Communication
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Successful history of developing and optimizing funding sources through exceptio
nal public relations, events, and promotional messages. Known for seamlessly man
aging multiple projects, establishing strategic partnerships, improving operatio
ns, increasing organizational visibility, and exceeding financial goals. Extensi
ve experience in the development, growth, and leadership of personnel. Expert in
analyzing existing processes and implementing powerful systems, strategies, and
policies that enhance performance. Proven acumen to drive revenue growth and co
st control initiatives. Core competencies include:
> Program Leadership
> Strategic Planning
> Networking & Fundraising
> Budget Management
> Volunteer Management
> Funding Strategies
> Grant Writing & Management
> Financial Leadership
> Phone Solicitation
> Board Development
> Prospecting & Lead Generation
> Project Management
> Media Relations
> Public Relations (PR)
> Donor Solicitation & Stewardship
> Best Practices
> Community Outreach
> Event Planning
> Marketing Material Development
> Staff Mentoring

ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
LEARNING SKILLS ACADEMY, Rye, NH
Development Consultant | 2009 to Present: Identify and evaluate funding sources.
Secure, write, and manage grants. Develop and track proposals.
* Successfully created and implemented the framework for all future development
functions. Crafted the annual appeal, obtained major gifts, and strengthened med
ia/community relations.
* Met challenging fundraising goals through strategic planning, public relation
campaigns, and marketing communication initiatives.
HEAR IN NEW HAMPSHIRE, Manchester, NH
Director of Development | 2007 to 2009: Expertly directed all phases of fundrais
ing, marketing, public relations, and community outreach for this special needs
school for the hearing impaired. Promoted programs and planned special events. C
haired house committees, developed budgets, and formed effective policies/proced
ures.
* Dramatically improved fundraising by producing the organization's first effect
ive donor database, establishing a major gifts program, and creating Internet au
ctions.
* Increased the quality and number of Board members by implementing the Board De
velopment Program.
* Achieved community awareness by obtaining media coverage, holding VIP breakfas
ts, and participating in parades.
* Built a committee of staff members, parents, and community volunteers called B
idHEAR.

ODYSSEY HOUSE, INC., Dover, NH

Director of Development | 2004 to 2007: Led all communications, PR, public appea
rances, special events, and major gift solicitation efforts. Produced high-impac
t newsletters, press releases, and marketing materials. Supervised Development A
ssistant.
* Strengthened internal relations by conducting regular visits to each of the 6
programs throughout 4 cities; participated in programs and provided collaborativ
e feedback.
* Successfully rebranded the school with a new mission statement, tag line, and
logo.
* Wrote and secured many corporate, foundation, and federal grants.

LABARRE COMMUNICATIONS, Worcester, MA

Organizational Development Consultant | 2003 to 2004: Generated successful fundr
aising and marketing strategies for several non-profit organizations including t
he ALS Foundation and the Quinsigamond Community Center.

THE SALVATION ARMY, Worcester, MA

Development Director for Central Massachusetts | 2001 to 2003: Developed advisor
y boards/councils for Citadel & Quinsigamond corps. Effectively directed all med
ia and public relations. Wrote and obtained grants from private, corporate, and
government sources.
* Created and seamlessly coordinated highly successful special events such as a
golf tournament, a charity walk, and an annual awards banquet.
* Built a donor database that provided accurate donor histories; improved access
 to information regarding annual appeals, special events, and capital campaigns.

NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION, CENTRAL REGION, Worcester, MA

Regional Director of Development | 2000 to 2001: Oversaw all development activit
ies across 4 states. Formed impactful PR campaigns and the Central Mass Advisory
Board. Supervised a Development Assistant.
* Raised significant funds by holding numerous special events such as fashion sh
ows, dinners, award banquets, the Inter-Tribal Pow Wow, and the Gift of Life Wal
k.

THE SALVATION ARMY, Worcester/Fitchburg/Milford, MA

Resource Development Manager | 1998 to 2000: Effectively directed all developmen
t activities and initiatives for branches in Worcester, Fitchburg, and Milford.
Enhanced leadership by establishing advisory boards and councils in all 3 commun
ities.
* Generated significant funds by creating a live radio auction.
* Increased organizational visibility by leading strategic media and PR campaign
s.
* Wrote and obtained lucrative grants from private, corporate, and government so
urces.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
SALEM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, Salem, NH
Substitute Teacher | 2009 to Present: Develop engaging lessons and improve acade
mic performance of elementary school, middle school, and high school students. T
each Science, English, Math, and Social Studies.

EDUCATION
MBA in Public Administration / Management (Pending), Keller Graduate School, Oak
brook Terrace, IL
Bachelor's Degree, Southeastern Massachusetts University, North Dartmouth, MA

AFFILIATIONS

* Board of Directors / Public Relations | THE SALVATION ARMY, 2008 to 2010

* Board of Directors / Chair, Music Committee | KIWANIS CLUB OF MANCHESTER, 2007
to 2010
* Board of Directors / VP of Marketing | ASSOCIATION OF FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONAL
S, 2004 to 2010
* Member | COUNCIL ON FUNDRAISING (CONFR), 2004 to 2010
* Board of Directors | WCUW - WORCESTER COMMUNITY RADIO, 2001 to 2004
* Board of Directors | JEREMIAH'S INN, 2001 to 2004
* Board President / Marketing Chairman | FIRST NIGHT WORCESTER, 1997 to 2003
* Member / Public Relations Committee | WORCESTER ROTARY CLUB, 1996 to 2003
* Board of Directors | PAXTON LIONS CLUB, 1997 to 1999
* Board of Directors | WORCESTER PRIDE, 1995 to 1998
* Centennial Committee | WORCESTER ART MUSEUM, 1997 to 1997
* Community Reading Day Steering Committee | ALLIANCE FOR EDUCATION, 1994 to 199
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