Sara Krenski, PMP

Experience

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  Bank of America

  Aug 2002 - Sept 2005

  Assistant Banking Center Manager

  Served as mentor for tellers and personal bankers, and led team members to achieve referral and sales goals. Upheld federal banking regulations and ensured the proper execution of organizational policies and procedures.

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  Basic Training, Inc.

  Sept 2005 - now

  Co-Owner

  Manage business operations (payroll, staffing, training, etc.). Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with program directors at local community centers. Motivate participants to reach physical fitness goals, and foster a culture of team camaraderie and success among participants.

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  Washington University in St. Louis

  Sept 2005 - Jan 2007

  Undergraduate Admissions Campus Visit Coordinator

  Supported deans, professors and coaches in recruiting exceptional students. Assisted prospective students and parents by coordinating campus visits and fielding questions regarding admissions and financial assistance.

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  The ALS Association, St. Louis Regional Chapter

  Jan 2007 - Oct 2008

  Development Coordinator

  Increased proceeds raised from the major market fundraising event by 46%. Managed the organization’s fundraising committees. Oversaw the migration of the organization’s CRM database and website.

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  Alzheimer's Association St. Louis Chapter

  Mar 2010 - Jan 2014

  Communications & Marketing Director

  Developed and executed tactical marketing plans to exceed national strategic objectives; resulting in a 280% increase in media impressions, elevating the St. Louis Chapter to become the number one Helpline Contact Center in the nation, and achieving the first-ever million dollar Walk season. Promoted programs, services and events through electronic and traditional media in order to achieve desired outcomes. Designed, managed and grew the organization’s website. Ensured brand integrity to increase concern and awareness and generate consumer loyalty and brand recognition. Show less

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  Pedal the Cause

  Jan 2014 - May 2016

  Director of Marketing & Communications

  Launched various recruitment, retention and fundraising campaigns to exceed organizational goals — increasing participation by 36% and funds raised for world-class cancer research by 30%. Thus, propelling the organization to become the highest–grossing, single athletic-fundraising event in the region. Worked collaboratively with multiple committees, community partners, and external vendors to further the mission of the organization and boost affinity and awareness.

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  MAP St. Louis

  May 2016 - Jul 2019

  Head of School

  Established MAP St. Louis, the first non-profit Montessori adolescent program in St. Louis. Provided mission-focused leadership to fortify the vision of MAP St. Louis and uphold the Montessori philosophy. Developed and implemented effective processes to streamline operations (e.g., school growth, HR, marketing, finance). Developed and implemented recruitment, retention and fundraising strategies to exceed organizational goals. Quickly established a baseline of credibility and quality by executing a plan to expand the program into an International Baccalaureate World School. Show less

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  Higher Ground Education

  Jul 2019 - Jul 2023

  Utilize traditional and agile project management methodologies to lead cross-functional collaboration on multiple projects, timelines and locations to open new and acquired schools around the world (25+ per year). Establish and manage cloud computing systems to dynamically produce data visualizations allowing for efficient reporting and strategic planning based on data analysis. Implemented and managed operational systems to ensure campus operations were achievable and scalable. Assisted in identifying ever-changing needs and adapted quickly to develop strategic solutions to meet the demand. Developed and delivered training sessions to leadership across our network.

  • Director of School Open

    Mar 2021 - Jul 2023

  • Director Of Operations

    Jul 2019 - Mar 2021
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  Washington University in St. Louis

  Jul 2023 - now

  Director, Campaign Initiatives & Engagement