Krista Pedersen

Experience

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  Food Bank of Delaware

  Aug 1990 - Aug 1991

  Volunteer Coordinator, Media Relations Assistant

  Volunteer Coordinator· Development, administration, coordination of Volunteer Corps and Salvage Program· Identify innovative volunteer opportunities· Recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers· Coordination of volunteer commitment with Bag Clubs, Churches, Businesses, etc.· Public relations about food banks and volunteeringMedia Relations Assistant· Plan, implement and follow-up special events· Communicate with media on all levels, including press releases and follow-up· Publish quarterly newsletter· Design brochures and posters· Maintain PR book and resource library· Advocacy research and development Show less

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  Dayton Hudson Corporation

  Oct 1991 - Aug 1992

  Cafeteria Assistant/Deli Sales

  Prepare sandwiches, desserts, entrees; attend grill; cashier; fill in for absent staffPlan weekly menu and maintain suppliesAssist customers with deli selection and other merchandise; cashier

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  Traffic Control Corporation

  Sept 1992 - Aug 1993

  Office Manager

  Maintain office and files; answer and field callsRespond to customer sales requests; process sales ordersVerbal and written communication with contractors and municipalitiesDiscover bid lettings; prepare and send bid estimates

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  Community Action of Minneapolis, Weatherization Office

  Oct 1993 - Jul 1996

  Office Manager

  Comprehend, interpret and write documents, reports and correspondenceComplete in-house and state & federal reporting files & documentsReview and analyze special reports; summarizing information; identifying trendsMaintain office efficiency by organizing office operations and procedures; controlling correspondence; designing filing systems; reviewing and approving supply requisitions; assigning and monitoring clerical functionsMaintain office efficiency by planning and implementing office systems, layouts, and equipment procurement. Maintain and order suppliesDesign and implement office policies by establishing standards and proceduresComplete operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employeesAnswer phones and speak with high level individuals both within and outside the organization Show less

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  Longfellow Community Council (Neighborhood Improvement Association)

  Jul 1996 - Jul 1998

  Community Organizer, Volunteer Management

  Organize, budget, plan and publicize community events and meetingsVolunteer outreach, recruitment and leadership developmentHelp neighborhood residents identify and resolve quality of life issuesWrite grant proposals; Maintain reports and various administrative projectsDevelop volunteer and staff positions, as well superviseWork with board to carry out the mission of Longfellow Community CouncilDesign flyers, posters and meeting noticesLiaison between neighborhood and staff of the Neighborhood Revitalization Program, City officials and various City departments Show less

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  Consultant, Self-employed

  Jul 1998 - Oct 2003

  Event Planner, Leadership Training, Volunteer Management

  Event Planner, Leadership Training, Volunteer ManagementSelf-Employed Consultant October 1998 – Fall 2003Event Planning (coordinate all aspects of event logistics)Budget preparation and management; Solicit financial and in-kind donationsCoordinate all aspects of publicity materials and media relationsExhibitor solicitations, registrations and databaseVolunteer recruitment and organization (providing job descriptions and training)Develop leadership training for volunteers and staff; Coordinate seminarsUnder this position I coordinated The South Minneapolis Housing & Home Improvement Fair for four years (1999, 2000, 2001, 2002).Lead Volunteer training and recruitment for several South Minneapolis neighborhoods. This work included empowering and training citizens to develop and implement special events. Show less

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  Krista's Paper Cafe

  Sept 2010 - now

  Freelance Paper Crafts Designer and Artist

  Find original handmade cards, embellishments, banners, paper crafts and other goodies at Krista's Paper Cafe. Custom orders warmly welcomed.

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  Seven Hills Preparatory Academy

  Aug 2016 - Dec 2019

  Volunteer Services Manager & Communications Assistant

  Volunteer Services ManagerDevelop program goals and policiesRecruit, train, supervise and evaluation of volunteersCreate volunteer roles in collaboration with teachers and staff Create handbooks, training materials and other program materialsMaintain volunteer data base (creation, data entry and create reports)Communications AssistantAssist principal in creation and distribution of communication with parents via email (using MailChimp).Website Development & Maintenance Show less

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  Community Emergency Service

  Oct 2020 - now

  Oversee & establish program goals and strategic planEstablish and maintain budgetSchedule & order food product inventoryConduct enrollment intakesMaintain and update recipient filesSchedule site and individual deliveriesSet volunteer schedule and coordinate with community partnersCoordinate and supervise Pack & Store Events and Delivery Events conducted by volunteersCoordinate distributions with apartment staffAssist with communication/coordination to CES volunteersAssist with volunteer outreach & engagementAssist with outreach and promotion of CES programsManage & Supervise StaffData entry Show less

  • Manager, Food Programs

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Manager, Home Delivery Program

    Feb 2022 - Mar 2024

  • Program Coordinator, Home Delivery Program

    Apr 2021 - Jan 2022

  • Program Assistant, Home Delivery Program

    Oct 2020 - Apr 2021