Michelle Shattuck

Experience

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  AmeriCorps

  Nov 2018 - Nov 2019

  Financial Opportunity Center Communications Engagement AmeriCorps Vista

  Cultivated relationships with funders, donors and 38 refugee artisan women as well as the Public Relations Development staff to ensure timely completion of projects. Established systems to coordinate event dates relative to artisan sales throughout the year.Developed program resources for the artisan women to develop a sense of community with local vendors and supporters of the program.Coordinated visits with potential collaborators from The Smithsonian Institute, American Medical Id Association and a New York City fashion designer. To express their cultural history and sell their craft/wares, resulting in $22,000 worth of sales this year.Assisted with product development, facilitating meetings and organizing collaborative efforts between the Financial Opportunity Center and The Adult Education program, providing the women with access to financial literacy skills and English education opportunities. Show less

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  The Alliance

  Nov 2019 - Mar 2024

  Awarded $6,000,000 in funding via federal and local grant opportunities.Oversaw implementation of grant awards during current fiscal years the projects covered. Established systems that facilitated the transition of incoming refugee women. Educating these new clients on topics that include Financial Literacy, Entrepreneurship , Marketing Opportunities, Women's Empowerment, as well as Peer and Wellness Support. Hired direct staff to support roles within the Entrepreneurship and Community CLOTH program to assist with programmatic outcomes and funder requirements. Coordinated meetings with local vendors across the city of Houston and with the city of Houstons Mayoral Office to facilitate consignment opportunities as well as wholesale operations for clients. Oversaw the second generation of Advisory Board Members, that assisted with fundraising and allocating budget expenses and expansion of the program. Created operational support within the program to increase efficiency in sales and infrastructure, by developing Standards of Operating Procedures and Inventory systems. Show less Provided workshops for newly arrived women, while working in tandem with the mental health and wellness program at The Alliance. To help facilitate peer and wellness support groups for refugee women. Supervised 2 employees who specialized in building capacity as AmeriCorps VISTAs for the communications and marketing department as well resource and business development. Wrote letters of Support to foundations and other organizations to increase developmental/funding support to increase capacity within the program.Applied and awarded many local grant opportunities to increase programmatic budget. Which resulted in the hiring of an additional staff person that could oversee the day to day tasks. Coordinated meetings with local vendors across the city to deal with consignment opportunities as well as wholesale operations. Oversaw the second generation of Advisory Board Members, that assisted with fundraising and allocating budget expenses within the program. Created operational support within the program to increase efficiency in sales and infrastructure, by developing Standards of Operating Procedures and Inventory systems. Mentored and supervised 6 interns in the last 2 years, who came to The Alliance through a partnership with Bank of America and SER Jobs. Show less

  • Sr. Program Manager Entrepreneurship Programs

    Sept 2023 - Mar 2024

  • Coordinator, Entrepreneurship Programs

    May 2020 - Sept 2023

  • Program Coordinator, The Community CLOTH

    Nov 2019 - Sept 2023
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  Amaanah Refugee Services

  Mar 2024 - now

  As the Grants Manager my role includes managing the full lifecycle of grant funding, from research and application to reporting and compliance. Identifying grant opportunities, preparing and submitting proposals, and collaborating with staff to gather relevant data. • Grant writing tailoring each application to meet funder requirements and maintain communication with funding agencies. Overseeing the financial aspects of grants, developing and managing budgets, tracking spending, and preparing reports to ensure funds are used appropriately.• Compliance is essential, ensuring adherence to grant terms and submitting timely reports. Working closely with internal teams, providing training on grant-related processes and coordinating meetings to monitor progress. Additionally, managing databases to track applications, deadlines, and reporting, while fostering relationships with funders to showcase the impact of grants.• Critical skills for this role include attention to detail, project management, strong communication, financial literacy, and research capabilities. This role stewards the continued support for refugees and immigrants alike in their efforts as new Americans. Providing opportunities for growth and resilience while navigating the second phase of the resettlement process. Show less

  • Senior Operations Manager

    Nov 2024 - now

  • Grants Manager

    Mar 2024 - Dec 2024