Portia Collins

Experience

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  Financial Executives International (FEI)

  Jun 2010 - Aug 2010

  Legislative Aide (Internship)

  Contributed to weekly newsletter to all 15,000 FEI members, providing information on important policy developments in Washington. Attended and reported on Congressional hearings and industry meetings.Monitored daily publications and congressional schedule for finance issue coverage.Completed a research project and presentation on expiring tax provisions.

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  Mississippi Valley State University

  Jan 2011 - Feb 2013

  Developed and led a comprehensive annual appeal program, including strategies to incorporate alumni groups, e-campaigns, giving societies, focus on new donors, and increasing average gift amounts. Managed campus-wide "1950 Annual Fund Campaign."Worked closely with the Vice President of University Advancement and other Advancement staff to develop fundraising strategies and integrate with university, alumni, and community initiatives.Planned and implemented multiple direct mail, e-mail, and phone appeals (annually) with a high degree of customization and emotional appeal. Involves working with communications and marketing specialists, vendors, and key Advancement/Alumni staff. Developed written language to solicit donations via direct mail and e-mail.Performed other assigned duties relevant to the various operations of the Office of University Advancement. Show less Counseled prospective applicants on the admissions process and opportunities at the University.Managed designated territory and recruited prospective students for undergraduate programs.Attended public and private recruitment fairs to recruit prospective students and connect with high school and community college counselors.Processed student information (i.e. applications, transcripts, etc.) using Banner.Administered campus tours to prospective students and various groups.Managed social media outlets used to recruit prospective students. Show less

  • Manager of Alumni Engagement/Annual Giving Officer

    Sept 2011 - Feb 2013

  • Admissions Counselor/Recruiter

    Jan 2011 - Sept 2011
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  American Cancer Society

  Feb 2013 - Mar 2016

  Community Manager, Relay For Life

  Achieved all current year Income, Advocacy and Cancer Control goals and objectives through the work of volunteers.Served as staff lead on all assigned mass market special events and ensured adherence to established timelines and best practices.Identify, recruit and train volunteers to fulfill key responsibilities in accordance with Division’s guidelines .Identified and cultivated appropriate relationships to increase the organization’s advocacy initiatives.

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  Constat Consulting & Services LLC

  Dec 2015 - now

  Principal

  Constat Consulting and Services, LLC is a consulting agency specializing in advising nonprofit organizations. We provide consulting services in the following areas:- Grantwriting- Conference planning- Training for board or staff- Strategic planning- Workshop and retreat facilitation- Executive coaching- Copywriting- Web development- Brand development....and more!!!To schedule your free consultation today, please visit: www.constatconsulting.com

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  Legacy Hospice

  Mar 2016 - Feb 2017

  Volunteer Coordinator/Bereavement Coordinator

  Engaged in public and private speaking engagements about the Legacy Volunteer Program to recruit volunteers. Completed weekly marketing report to document participation in community and organization activities/events in order to illustrate recruitment efforts.Facilitated volunteer training programs for new volunteers.Assigned volunteers to patients. Maintained contact with patient's caregiver(s) after death to provide grief support.

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  Mississippi Valley State University

  Feb 2017 - Jul 2019

  Special Events Manager

  In my capacity as Special Events Manager, I coordinated the logistics necessary to plan and execute conferences, meetings, and various types of special events sponsored by the University. Additionally, I interfaced regularly with key faculty, staff, students, and alumni to plan events, and oversee their implementation. Other responsibilities included:-Recommending appropriate venue options based on the scope and specifications of the event.-Coordinating with catering vendors, staging staff, and other parties participating in producing the event. -Overseeing domestic and/or international travel arrangements for event attendees. -Serving as a primary event representative before, during, and after the event. -Tracking and monitoring event expenses; oversaw event billing and payment processes. Show less

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  ArtPlace Mississippi

  Jul 2019 - Sept 2020

  Executive Director

  Primarily responsible for promoting ArtPlace's mission of "creating access to the arts for everyone in Leflore County" as well as successfully executing ArtPlace's long-term strategic plan, as established by the Board of Directors. Additional responsibilities include ensuring the functioning of the day-to-day operations of the organization, resource development, volunteer recruitment & engagement, managing all internal and external communication, oversight of organizational programming, staff supervision, grant writing, and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance. Show less

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  Revive Our Hearts

  Sept 2020 - now

  Revive Partner Specialist