Patti Morse

Experience

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  American Conservatory Theater

  Jan 1989 - Jan 1990

  Student professional program
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  Presidential Campaign

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2000

  Fundraiser

  Initiated the idea of bringing women in technology as donors to the presidential campaign. Single handedly attracted interest and support from the top 20 female Silicon Valley Venture Capitalists and CEO's.Cold called senior executives across the country.

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  The York Theatre Company

  Sept 2003 - Mar 2004

  Interim Director of Development

  Brought in New Board Members and developed existing relationships with Foundations.

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  American Jewish Congress

  Mar 2004 - Nov 2004

  Major Gifts Officer

  Networked with High Level Donors. Sang National Anthem and Hatikvah at The Pierre Hotel for fundraising luncheon in New York City.

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  Little Women - Broadway Show 2005

  Jan 2005 - Apr 2005

  Connector

  I introduced new investor, Ruben Brache to producer Randall Wreghitt.This resulted in Ruben Brache becoming an above the title producer raising over 600,000 of funds.

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  Center Against Domestic Violence

  Mar 2005 - Apr 2007

  Fundraising Consultant

  Brought in high level honoree Frederic Fekkai to speak on behalf of the threat of domestic violence at annual dinner gala resulting in more donations and board participation. Increased Macy's corporate donation from 5,000 to 10,000 through networking.Initiated, developed and led a team of 15 people to plan a new donor cultivation event "Drawing the Line against Domestic Violence" resulting in participation of over 40 emerging and famous artists raising over 170,000 dollars. Brought in Louise Bourgeois as Chair of the event.This led to the participation of a family fund donating 40,000 to CADV.Upgraded silent auction items for two years for dinner gala. Show less

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  Arts Marketing

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2014

  Sales

  One of the top cold callers to patrons and donors of theatre and ballet companies throughout the United States. Raised over $100,000 dollars for clients such as SHN and SF Ballet. Exhibited strong interpersonal skills and ability to close sales effectively.

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  The Womens Film Institute

  Sept 2009 - Apr 2010

  Development

  Assisted in organizing cocktail reception for nearly 100 people including film producer Saul Zaentz at an art gallery honoring filmmaker Tiffany Shlain.

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  Philhour and Associates

  Sept 2014 - Jun 2018

  Fundraiser

  Raised funds for Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Assemblyman Marc Levine and John Chiang for State Treasurer. Made calls for Major Donor Events and updated records for candidates. Assisted on-site with donor cultivation events for Ambassador Andrew Young.Assisted Marjan Philhour with her political campaign for Supervisor in 2015 and 2016.Concentrated on outreach to voters and cold called over a thousand people, representing Marjan and her goal for securing stability for small businesses, affordable housing and preventing evictions.Organized coffees 2 to 3 a week for voters to get to know Marjan Philhour in person.Cold called voters, representing Marjan Philhour and what she stood for: making The Richmond District a better and safer place to live for future generations. Show less

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  FRIENDS of the Commission on the Status of Women

  Jan 2017 - Oct 2018

  March 10th 2017, the first International Women's Day Event Procured high end wines most notably Hand of God Wines and Ackerman Family Vineyards, restaurants and clothing designers to donate to our event through cold calling and personal contacts. Worked with Board to build membership drive for The Friends of The Commission on the Status of Women. Created alliances with other prominent non profits.Initiated extensive research on Gender Equality issues within the Wine Industry in Napa and Sonoma.Contacted major female owners/winemakers in the wine country, which led to the creation and planning of our next event,"Breaking the Grape Ceiling" Women in the Wine Industry.Created opportunities for branding and name recognition for The "Friends of the Commission of the Status of Women." Show less

  • Development Consultant

    Jun 2015 - Oct 2018

  • Development Consultant

    Jan 2017 - Mar 2017
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  Fiona Ma for State Treasurer 2018

  Jun 2017 - Jun 2017

  Fundraiser
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  FUND HER- A PAC Dedicated to Gender Parity in California Democratic Politcs

  Jul 2018 - Oct 2018

  Development Consultant

  Performed consistent outreach to a provided list of prospective donors, ranging from 60-300 over the course of a month.

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  Nancy Tung for D.A. 2019

  Feb 2019 - Jun 2019

  Development Consultant

  Assisted candidate with fundraising calls and organized fundraising events.

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  Mayor London Breed Campaign 2019

  Feb 2019 - May 2019

  Development Consultant

  Assisted with calls to volunteers and fundraising calls for events.

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  Re-elect Mayor London Breed Campaign 2024

  Sept 2021 - now

  Fundraising Consultant

  Organizing Host Committees and fundraising events.

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  Marjan Philhour for Supervisor 2024

  Jan 2024 - Oct 2024

  Development Consultant

  Made calls to the community to voters in the Richmond District.Raised funds for Marjan Philhour for the campaign